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Easy Steps to Make Money Testing Cosmetics in NJ
When you’re looking for a cosmetic product, chances are the claims made on the labels influence your choices. Is the mascara waterproof? Is the moisturizer for sensitive skin? The Federal

What to Look for When Hiring a Testing Lab
Testing for product safety and claim support is crucial in the highly competitive, possibly soon-to-be-regulated personal care market. If you are just getting started, or need a refresher course, seek

Method Validation vs. Verification vs. Transfer: What’s the Difference?
Understanding method validation vs. verification is vital when trying to launch your next regulated product. When testing regulated products such as Pharmaceuticals (Prescription and Over-the-counter), Medical Devices, Dietary Supplements or

An Overview of the Period After Opening & Cosmetic Shelf Life
Determining a product’s “period after opening” leads to the generation of valuable information and a better understanding of the overall experience that will be derived by the consumer. The inclusion

USP Eliminates Heavy Metals Test: FAQs Answered
USP testing has long addressed concerns surrounding heavy metals — so why have they eliminated the Heavy Metals testing as outlined in General Chapter <231>? When it comes to pharmaceutical

Free of Sulfates
What Are Sulfates and What Are They Used For? Sulfate compounds (commonly referred to as “sulfates”) are salts that form when sulfuric acid reacts with another chemical. More specifically, synthetic

Free of Gluten
What is Gluten? Although gluten is commonly thought of as a single compound, it is actually a combination of proteins found in cereal grains including wheat, barley, rye and oats.

Why It’s Important to Work with FDA Compliance Consultants
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has a standardized set of principles that ensure the safety and consistency of pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Being compliant with the FDA means that

Free of BPA (Bisphenol A)
Bisphenol A Testing What is Bisphenol A and what is it used for? Bisphenol A (commonly abbreviated as BPA) is an organic compound that has been used in food contact

Free of Phthalates Testing Overview
What are phthalates and what are they used for? Phthalates are a family of chemical compounds that are used in many industrial applications but primarily as an additive in nearly
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