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23.07.2020 - Cosmetics

ShowerGelsInTheCurrentEco-Test-Issue

Öko-Test magazine closely examined 50 shower gels in the latest July issue. In addition to branded products, private labels were also represented, and 16 products came from the certified natural cosmetics sector.

The test spectrum included, among other things:

allergenic fragrances
formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers
halogenated organic compounds
PEG derivatives

All natural cosmetic products received a very good rating. 24 conventional shower gels received a good rating; the presence of PEG derivatives in all products led to a downgrading. While four products achieved a satisfactory rating and one product an adequate rating, four products were rated as sufficient. Formaldehyde/releasers and halogenated organic compounds were detected in one product, resulting in an inadequate rating due to the downgrading.

Have your product tested for possible residues and contaminants and meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009. We also test the microbiological quality of your products in accordance with the requirements of ISO 17516.