Certification Programs
Beauty & Skincare Certification
Product-specific cosmetic safety, clear documentation and specialist reviews for selected claims.
The linked report is a sample certification record.
- IncludedCore Certification
- Four review dimensions, a public report and QR verification.
- When applicableRequired Evidence
- Product-specific safety and evidence requirements.
- OptionalSpecialist Services
- Additional reviews tailored to your product and objectives.
Included in Core Certification
The product and its supporting evidence.
Applicable Products
- Everyday cleansing, skincare, haircare and related cosmetic products
- A defined quantitative formula, intended use, label version and target market
- Sunscreens, therapeutic claims and products classified as medicines or other regulated categories need separate scoping before review
- The proposal confirms product eligibility and scope based on classification, intended users, markets and the relevant review expertise.
- Identity
- Complete quantitative formula, INCI names, ingredient functions and product version.
- Safety
- Ingredient restrictions and appropriate safety evidence for the concentration, exposure and intended use, including relevant tolerance and pH information.
- Microbiological quality and relevant contaminant evidence; heavy metals or other impurities selected by ingredient and product risk.
- Preservation-system assessment, with challenge-test evidence where needed or a supported low-risk justification.
- Suitable stability, packaging-compatibility and shelf-life or period-after-opening evidence.
- Label Accuracy
- Ingredient labeling, directions and warnings.
- Traceability
- Manufacturer, batch and evidence references.
Basic Label Accuracy checks document consistency. Specialist claim review extends the agreed scope; claims already on the product still need appropriate evidence or revision.
Required when applicable
Requirements follow the product risk.
Scope is determined by the formula, intended users, use conditions and supporting evidence.
Preservative Efficacy Evidence
Required where the formulation and foreseeable use warrant it, particularly for water-containing products that are opened repeatedly. Acceptable microbial counts alone do not establish preservative efficacy.
Relevant Contaminants and Impurities
Select specific substances based on raw materials, process, product type and the intended market.
Skin and Eye Exposure
Address irritation, sensitization and tolerance evidence appropriate to the application site and foreseeable exposure.
Stability and Packaging Evidence Gaps
Require additional evidence when changes, packaging interactions or the intended storage conditions are not adequately supported.
Existing Product Claims
Require support for claims appearing on the reviewed label or materials; remove or revise unsupported wording before approval.
Optional Specialist Services
Select the review relevant to your product.
Performance Claim Evidence Review
Review evidence for specific cosmetic benefits such as moisturization, cleansing, oil control or the appearance of fine lines.
Sensitive-Skin Suitability
Review suitable evidence for the stated user group and use conditions; a mild formulation alone does not prove suitability.
Declared Ingredient Verification
Review analytical evidence for selected labeled ingredients and their relevant stability.
Specific Absence or Impurity Claims
Define the exact substance list, methods, detection limits and permitted conclusion.
Tolerance or Non-Comedogenic Claims
Evaluate appropriate finished-product evidence for the exact claim, with relevant limitations.
Additional Batch Verification
Review additional batch testing and traceability within a specified scope.
Optional services do not create a higher certification level. Necessary safety evidence and support for existing claims remain required.
Prepare Your Documents
A clear starting point for review.
Formula and Intended Use
Quantitative formula, INCI list, ingredient safety files, intended users, application site and exposure conditions.
Product Safety Evidence
Safety assessment, microbiological reports, preservation evidence and relevant stability, packaging or contaminant records.
Label and Traceability Records
Final label, directions, warnings, shelf-life basis, manufacturer and batch records, and support for existing claims.
Review Scope Confirmation
The proposal sets out product coverage, the evidence checklist, acceptance basis and any separately agreed specialist services.
Before You Submit Technical Evidence
The proposal identifies applicable criteria and the evidence checklist before new testing is commissioned. Third-party report review and new laboratory testing are separate services.
Multi-SKU or batch coverage requires an explicit list of covered versions and an appropriate sampling basis.
- Match the report to the finished product, formula and label versions, sample, SKU and batch. Ingredient COAs need an appropriate basis for application to the finished product.
- Identify the report issuer, original reference and relevant testing competence, including the actual scope of any claimed accreditation.
- Identify the sample source, sampling and testing dates, relevant handling conditions and the production represented by the sample.
- Check methods, product matrix, units, reporting limits, results and applicable criterion sources. Alternative methods need a documented suitability basis.
- Assess report age against the current formula, process, supplier, packaging, storage and market. Continued applicability, rather than a universal age cutoff, determines suitability.
- Resolve evidence gaps or inconsistencies with clarification, updated records or additional external testing as appropriate.
Product Coverage, Validity and Mark Permissions
Standard certification validity is 12 months unless the report states otherwise, subject to product changes and Certification Status.
TLCHECK may be used on certified product packaging and for approved e-commerce, advertising and retailer communication. Use is limited to the certified SKU, product and label versions, valid Certification Status and conditions stated in TrustLab's written approval. It does not certify an entire brand or imply government endorsement.
Food and supplements are classified by composition, presentation and market. Kids Care covers external personal care, not children's food. State the age range and rinse-off or leave-on use; therapeutic, disinfectant, sunscreen and special-population products require individual scoping.