Shelf-Life Testing for Cosmetics

Cosmetic and personal care products must remain safe, stable, and effective throughout their shelf life. New Wave Scientific provides tailored shelf-life testing services to help cosmetic brands validate product integrity, ensure compliance, and protect consumer trust—whether you’re developing skincare, haircare, or body care formulations.

Services Offered

How We Help

Traditional Shelf-Life Testing

  • Long-term testing under standard storage conditions
  • Provides reliable data on how the product performs over time
  • Evaluates microbial growth, physical changes, and ingredient stability

Accelerated Shelf-Life Testing

  • Simulates extended storage using heat, humidity, and light
  • Offers quicker insights into stability and packaging compatibility
  • Useful during product development, reformulation, and packaging selection
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What We Test For

Our testing protocols are developed based on your product type, formulation, and market goals. Common testing parameters include:

MICROBIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION

Mold, Preservative Efficacy

CHEMICAL STABILITY

pH Shifts, Oxidation, Ingredient Degradation

PACKAGING PERFORMANCE

Leaching, Corrosion, Compatibility Under Stress

PHYSICAL STABILITY

Phase Separation, Color Fading, Viscosity Changes

SENSORY ATTRIBUTES

Texture, Scent, Appearance

Commitment to Quality Results

Founded in Science

Founded in Science

We strive for quality and analytical excellence in the food testing industry.