Cosmetic testing should be planned according to product category, sales market, label claims, formula information, and buyer requirements. Skincare, color cosmetics, wash-off products, sunscreen products, child-related products, and special-use scenarios do not share one simple universal test package.
Common Testing and Document Items
| Item | Review Focus |
|---|---|
| Microbiology | Review total count, yeast and mold, specified microorganisms, and preservative-system risk. |
| Physicochemical items | Confirm pH, stability, appearance, net content, heat/cold resistance, or other quality items based on product form. |
| Safety screening | Evaluate heavy metals, restricted substances, UV filters, colorants, and preservatives based on formula and market needs. |
| Label and claims | Check consistency among ingredient names, directions, warnings, efficacy wording, and supporting documents. |
| Report use | Separate filing documents, platform listing, outgoing quality control, buyer audit, and risk review. |
Report Boundary
A cosmetic testing report should match the tested sample, batch, test items, and criteria. Formula, packaging, production site, supplier, label, or target-market changes should trigger a review of the testing plan.
Green Ark Recommendation
Green Ark (Shenzhen) Certification Co., Ltd. recommends preparing formula sheets, raw-material documents, label copy, product category, and target market at the project stage. For platform and cross-border sales, filing, label review, and risk screening should be planned before listing deadlines.
