Cosmetic Product Testing

Any of the texture analyser range can be used for the product tests listed below. A selection of special attachments and typical measurements are also shown which are commonly used in this application area. However, this does not show the complete range of attachments available for the testing of cosmetic products. Test procedures include: compression, puncture/penetration, tension, fracture/bending, extrusion, cutting/shearing. Typical measurements include: Hardness: lipstick, lip balm, wax, false nails Break Strength: lipstick, eye liner, lip liner Consistency: moisturising cream, paste Compaction Strength: eye shadow, face powders Container lid opening force Actuation force of pumps/sprays Friction: cosmetic applications, exfoliators Spreadability: creams, face mask formulae Stickiness: nail lacquers Curing: nail lacquers Combability: hair preparations Bending Strength: hair curls Sachet Content removal force

For more information on Cosmetic Product Testing talk to Stable Micro Systems Ltd