1) information about the Cosmetic Product
This contains information about the intended use, its category, description, and contact details of the responsible person
2) Formulation used in the Product
It refers to the detailed list of ingredients along with their specific concentrations
3) What manufacturing processes are used
It is a detailed description of the manufacturing process which is used to make the final product.
4) Safety Assessment
In this part, potential risks of the ingredients and product on the end user have to be considered, and risk assessment has to be done.
5) Post Marketing Surveillance
This includes what measures are taken by the manufacturer to ensure that the product is safe after being placed on the market.
What are some Other Common Tests?
Here are the most common tests used to asses cosmetic product safety :
(i) Microbiological test
It is done on raw materials to ensure there is no growth of unwanted organisms (bacteria, fungi, and yeast) that may harm the end user or change the chemical composition of the cosmetic product in the long term.
(ii) Stability test
To check whether the product is stable enough in the long term (i.e. it maintains its odour, colour, and other functional properties) when placed under claimed conditions by the manufacturer.
(iii) Performance test
The claims put forward by the manufacturers are substantiated with scientific evidence in this test. Example: If a product is claiming ‘skin – whitening’, then it will be assessed whether it withstands the intended purpose.
(iv) Compatibility test with packaging
This test aims to assess what happens when the packaging material comes in contact with the cosmetic product for a long period. It also judges whether these changes affect the end user negatively.
All the tests mentioned for your specific product type are necessary and should be included in your Product Information File to ensure that your products can be marketed legally. It is important to be aware of the specific testing requirements in advance. To know the complete lists of tests for your specific products, send us a query and our experts will help you out.
