Stability Services

Preservatives are essential in skin care cosmetics to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and mould.🦠 Preservative testing is therefore a crucial step in ensuring the safety and efficacy of your product. Here's how it works: Microbial Challenge Tests: Lab technicians expose cosmetic samples to a variety of microorganisms to see if they can survive and multiply. Preservative Efficacy Tests: These tests measure how well the preservatives in the product inhibit the growth of these microorganisms. Stability Testing Services can assist with testing products to ensure safety.   For more information contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.   #stabilitytestingservices #stabilitytesting #cosmetics #skinare #personalcare #cosmeticsafety #preservatives #beautyproducts #skincare #makeup

There is far more to a label than just the name of the product. Correct labelling is important when you launch a new cosmetic or beauty product. Here are a few of the items that must be included on a product’s label: 1️⃣ An identity statement to indicate the nature and use of the product. 2️⃣ An accurate measure of net quantity either by weight or volume. 3️⃣ Name and place of business. 4️⃣Distributor statement – Must say “Manufactured for…” or “Distributed by…” if not those of the manufacturer. 5️⃣Ingredient Lising – An accurate list of ingredients included in product in descending order of predominance. 6️⃣Warning and caution statements.   Stability Testing Services, a division of Botanichem. For more information contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.   #stabilitytestingservices #stabilitytesting #cosmetics #skincare #personalcare #success

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Cosmetics naturally degrade over time, and stability testing can reveal the extent to which they degrade by measuring factors such as: -       The natural degradation rate of key ingredients; -       A product’s ability to resist microbial contamination; -       The product’s reactivity to packaging materials; -       Impurities exacerbated by the manufacturing process; and -       Product response to heat, humidity and light.   For more information and advice on stability testing contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.   #stabilitytestingservices #stabilitytesting #cosmetics #skincare #personalcare #success

Meeting regulatory standards across different countries is an important aspect of launching a new cosmetic product. These regulatory standards govern the manufacturing, labelling, safety, and quality of cosmetic products.  Why do these standards exist? These standards are important as they are in place to protect consumer health and safety, ensure product quality, and provide transparency to consumers, however they vary from country to country due to differences in laws, regulations, and cultural issues.   Stability Testing Services can assist with ensuring that your products comply with regulatory standards both locally and internationally.   For more information contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.   #stabilitytestingservices #stabilitytesting #cosmetics #skinare #personalcare #success

If you are formulating a new product, you may have been told that you need a PIF.   A PIF is a PRODUCT INFORMATION FILE and is a legal document that contains information about your cosmetic product's identity, quality, safety, and other important elements. It's a large, structured dossier that must be in place before a cosmetic product can be sold in retail and are very important if you intend selling the product overseas.   Stability Testing Services, a division of Botanichem, can assist with creating PIFs for your products.   For more information contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.   #stabilitytestingservices #stabilitytesting #cosmetics #skincare #personalcare #success

There are many reasons to conduct stability testing of cosmetic products. One of the most important ones is QUALITY.   Aside from the obvious reasons, when it comes to guaranteeing repeat customers, consistent quality is a must!   Aside from the quality of the actual ingredients, consistent quality is important. This refers to making sure that products will last long enough at home for the customer to fall in love.   Changes like the smell of the product, mould growth, skin irritation, or separation of liquids in the cosmetic can be detrimental to brand loyalty.   However, all of these unwelcome surprises and be detected during stability testing and addressed before the product reaches the shelf and ultimately the customer.   For more information contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.   #stabilitytestingservices #stabilitytesting #cosmetics #skincare #personalcare #success

WHAT FACTORS AFFECT THE STABILITY OF A PRODUCT?   Temperature is one of the most common factors that can affect the stability of a product and as products are exposed to temperature and pressure extremes during transport and storage, stability testing at these extremes is important.   For more information or to discuss stability testing for your products contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.  

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The beauty industry thrives on innovation, but ensuring new products stay beautiful over time can be a challenge. Stability testing is crucial to guarantee a cosmetic's shelf life, but what's the biggest hurdle?   Time vs. Money: Ideally, stability testing would perfectly mirror a product's expected lifespan, but this could take years, putting a strain on development timelines and budgets.   The key is finding a balance. Accelerated testing methods can predict stability, but real-time testing is vital to confirm accuracy, which is why manufacturers need to constantly keep an eye on their products even once they are on the shelf.   For more information on stability testing or to book your products in for stability testing contact ari@botanichem.co.za or call 011 425 2206.   #stabilitytestingservices #stabilitytesting #cosmetics #skincare #personalcare #success