The Intertek microbiology laboratory located in Chalon, France offers a broad range of microbiological analyses and problem solving for personal care and cosmetic business customers. Microlab services include:

Microbiology tests for personal care products, cosmetics and packages:

• Preservative effectiveness (PR NF T75-611)
• Quantitative test for mesophile bacteria (NF ISO 21149)
• Quantitative detection of pathogens by media culture, flow cytometer, or microscopy
• Biocontaminant identification by fluorescent microscopy, or biochemical techniques
• Microorganisms detection by biology molecular (PCR)
• Package effectiveness
• Microbiological tests for Cosmetics and Personal Care
• Controle microbiologique des produits cosmetiques (Francais)

In accord with the EU REACH directive, Intertek analyses chemicals and other cosmetic products with in-vitro reconstructed human tissue models (Episkin®). All testing protocols are validated by the ECVAM (European Commission of Alternative Methods). These alternative test methods allow for the measurement of:

• Test for microbial adhesion and proliferation
• Test for screening preservatives and antimicrobial agents
• Test for skin irritation
• Test for eye irritancy
• Test for eye sensitisation

Contact Intertek for more information on the cosmetics and personal care product testing available through the Intertek global laboratory network.

• Food Testing
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Consumer Products