SGS

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SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organisations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability

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SGS Cosmetics & Personal Care Solutions

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We provide an integrated suite of analytical testing, safety and efficacy assessments, clinical studies, certification, and regulatory consulting tailored to the cosmetic and personal care industry. Our end-to-end solutions empower brands to validate product claims with scientific rigor, ensure consumer safety, strengthen regulatory compliance, and enhance customer trust and loyalty.

Services:

Analytical,​ Microbiological,​ and In-vitro​ Testing

  • Physical and chemical
  • Microbiological
  • Stability
  • In-vitro test
  • Ecotoxicology and biodegradability

Clinical & Consumer Panels​

  • Clinical studies
  • Clinical trials
  • CRO services
  • Consumer panels
  • Home-use studies

Performance ​Testing​

  • Physical and instrumental performance
  • Packaging performance

Regulatory and Consultancy

  • Product labeling and ingredient review
  • Product safety assessment
  • Product notification filing

Product certification and verification​

  • Amazon approved TIC verification provider for dietary supplements, Over the Counter (OTC)

Ophthalmic Products and Skin Lightening Products

  • SGS proderm Dermatologically Approved
  • SGS Institute Fresenius Dermatologically Tested
  • International GMO Evaluation and Notification Program (IGEN™)
  • Radioactivity Tested & Certified™ Program (RTCP)

White papers:

Webinars: Cosmetics & Personal Care Webinars | SGS

News: Cosmetics and Personal Care News and Regulations | SGS

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Trending Articles

  1. Glamglow redirects customers to Amazon as website shutters Customer accounts have also been closed, and marketing emails will no longer be sent out, according to the Estée Lauder Companies-owned skin care brand
  2. P&G warns of price hikes as it takes $1.5 billion hit from Trump tariffs The FMCG giant is also considering cost-cutting and sourcing options outside of China, which make up 10% of imports
  3. Boots reveals immersive house party-themed beauty pop-up with ‘scent shower’ The beauty retailer’s three-day activation in London will offer a ‘unique sensorial experience’ to visitors and showcase a range of brands, such as Sacheu and GHD
  4. Harry’s breaks into fragrance with trio of colognes The first fragrance collection from the male grooming brand builds on the scent notes found in Harry’s body wash category, with a focus on blending a sophisticated design...
  5. Sephora revamps loyalty programme for US and Canada shoppers The LVMH retailer hopes the new Beauty Insider initative will include greater industry access

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