--- type: "WebPage" title: "Laboratory analysis services for the cosmetics industry" description: "As an industrial manufacturer, you want to carry out chemical analysis on your cosmetics as part of a new production run or a regulatory change What is a cosmetic ingredient? Acids, preservatives, natural extracts, oxide, milk, etc. Cosmetic products are..." resource: "https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-cosmetics/" tags: ["EN", "pll_61264748022dd", "Health", "Anaïs DECAUX"] timestamp: "2026-08-17T12:57:02Z" published: "2021-08-25T13:36:07Z" language: "en" author: "bwa" --- # Laboratory analysis services for the cosmetics industry ## As an industrial manufacturer, you want to carry out chemical analysis on your cosmetics as part of a new production run or a regulatory change ### What is a cosmetic ingredient? Acids, preservatives, natural extracts, oxide, milk, etc. Cosmetic products are made up of various [ingredients](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-cosmetics/laboratory-analysis-cosmetic-ingredient.md) depending on their application and benefits. However, some of these ingredients can be harmful to health depending on their dosage, and are therefore governed by specific regulations. ### In what context should you carry out chemical analysis on your cosmetics? The cosmetics sector is associated with high requirements in terms of product efficacy, stability and safety. As manufacturers of cosmetic products, subcontractors or raw material producers for the cosmetics industry, you must regularly adapt your production to changing regulatory standards. Analysis of your cosmetics may be necessary to validate the compliance of a cosmetic product or in the event of a [failure](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures.md). FILAB laboratory carries out chemical analysis for cosmetics. ## Our solutions: analyze the chemical composition of a cosmetic product and develop your analytical methods ### Why choose FILAB for your chemical analysis of cosmetics? To address these issues, you are looking for the cooperation of a reliable, independent, high-value-added technical laboratory specialized in cosmetics. FILAB, a laboratory made up of experts in cosmetic analysis and failure characterization, offers its analytical services, from design to manufacturing and market launch of a cosmetic product (makeup, cream, perfume, etc.). ### FILAB is ISO 17025 accredited for the physico-chemical analysis of cosmetic products **FILAB is notably ISO 17025 accredited by COFRAC for the analysis of heavy metals, phthalates, 1,4 dioxane and bisphenol A in cosmetic products (**[**www.cofrac.fr**](https://www.cofrac.fr/)**).** ## Our cosmetic chemical analysis Analysis of undesirable substances in raw materials and finished products: [heavy metals](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-analysis-heavy-metal.md), [residual solvents](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/laboratoire-analysis-solvants-residuels-cov/), [phthalates](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/analysis-and-determination-of-phthalates-in-the-laboratory.md), [bisphenol A](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/analysis-chimiques/analyse-bisphenol-a/), 1,4 dioxane, [nitrosamines](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-analysis-nitrosamines.md)[(ATNC method)](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-analysis-nitrosamines/nitrosamines-testing-atnc-method.md), [D4/D4/D6 siloxanes](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-d4-d5-siloxane.md)... [Powder analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-analysis-powder-characterization.md): [particle size distribution](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-laser-granulometry.md), [specific surface area](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-surface-characterization/measurement-of-the-specific-surface-volume-ssv-in-the-laboratory.md), [morphology](https://filab.fr/en/laboratory-analysis-powder-morphology.md), [crystallinity](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/polymer-materials-analysis-laboratory/analysis-of-the-crystallinity-rate-in-laboratory.md)... [REACH analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-reach-analysis/reach-analysis-filab-supports-you.md) [Flash point measurement](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-measurement-flash-point.md) [Antioxidant analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/polymer-materials-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-antioxidant-assitives.md) Quantification of preservatives ([phenoxyethanol](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-cosmetics/laboratory-analysis-phenoxyethanol.md), [parabens](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-cosmetics/parabens-analysis-laboratory.md), chlorphenesin…) by [HPLC-UV](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-liquide-hplc/laboratoire-analysis-hplc-uv/), [HPLC-MSMS](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-liquide-hplc/laboratoire-analysis-hplc-ms/) and [GC-MS](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-gc-ms/) [Packaging analysis](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-cosmetics/laboratory-analysis-of-cosmetic-packaging.md): polymers, composites, glass [Nanomaterial characterization](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-nanomaterial.md) [Chemical impurity characterization](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-detection-identification-impurities.md) ## OUR EXPERTISE [Product reformulation](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-deformulation-analysis-reverse-engineering.md) [Method development and validation](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/life-cycle-of-an-analytical-method-in-the-laboratory.md) [Laboratory audit](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/rd/laboratory-audit.md)and[team training](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/rd/laboratory-analytical-chemistry-training.md) [Measurement of optical rotation](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/determination-of-the-rotatory-power-in-laboratory.md) Expertise in [failure analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures.md) and non-conformities: particles, deposits, unknown peaks, material degradation... Compatibility study ([container/content interaction](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-container-contents-interactions.md), [extractables and leachables](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-extractable-leachable-testing/extractable-leachable-analysis.md)) [Stability study](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/health-pharmaceutical-cosmetics/stability-testing-medications-and-active-ingredients.md) of cosmetic ingredients [Chiral analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/chiral-analysis.md) ### Our analytical equipment dedicated to cosmetic chemical analysis: Organic chemical analysis: [GCMS](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-gc-ms/), [Py-GCMS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources.md), [LC-MSMS](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-liquide-hplc/laboratoire-analysis-hplc-ms/), [GPC](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-gpc-sec/), [NMR](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-nmr.md), [FTIR](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-ftir-spectroscopy.md) Mineral chemical analysis: [ICP](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes.md), [XRD](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/x-ray-crystallography-laboratory-xrd.md), [IC](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-ionique/) [Study of thermal properties](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/laboratoire-caracterisation-des-materiaux/laboratoire-analysis-thermiques-thermogravimetriques/): [TGA](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-atg/), [DSC](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-dsc/) Metallurgical analyses: [ICP](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes.md), [SEM-FEG EDX](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-sem-scanning-electron-microscopy.md), [SEO](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-oes-alloys.md) Powder analysis: [XRD](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/x-ray-crystallography-laboratory-xrd.md), [SEM-FEG EDX](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/), [BET](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-bet.md) Surface analysis: [SEM-FEG EDX](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/), [XPS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-xps-esca.md), [TOF-SIMS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-tof-sims.md) Expertise, evidence and traceabilityUpdated: June 2026 ## Why entrust your cosmetic analysis to FILAB laboratory? A cosmetic analysis often involves a quality, regulatory, or industrial decision. FILAB combines tailored analytical methods, expert interpretation of results, and a documented quality framework to produce data your teams can use. ### Recognized accreditations - ** GMP compliance (Good Manufacturing Practices for cosmetics) - ** ISO/IEC 17025​ - ** FDA registered​ - ** Validated methods in line with cosmetic standards [Our accreditations](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en.md) ### Industry experience - ** Cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices - ** Fine chemicals, perfumery and dermatological care #### Our references: - ** Cosmetic SMEs / mid-sized companies - ** Major beauty industries - ** Partner laboratories - ** Skincare brands - ** Active ingredient suppliers - ** Formulators - ** Specialized distributors ### An expert at your side - [** Benoit Persin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/benoitpersin/) - [** Thomas Gautier](https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-gautier-9587b094/) Cosmetic expertise manager Benoit Persin and Thomas Gautier support cosmetic analysis projects. [Our team](https://filab.fr/en/about-us.md) [Our accreditations](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en.md) ### Industry experience - ** Cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices - ** Fine chemicals, perfumery and dermatological care #### Our references: - ** Cosmetic SMEs / mid-sized companies - ** Major beauty industries - ** Partner laboratories - ** Skincare brands - ** Active ingredient suppliers - ** Formulators - ** Specialized distributors ### Recognized accreditations - ** GMP compliance (Good Manufacturing Practices for cosmetics) - ** ISO/IEC 17025​ - ** FDA registered​ - ** Validated methods in line with cosmetic standards ### An expert at your side - [** Benoit Persin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/benoitpersin/) - [** Thomas Gautier](https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-gautier-9587b094/) Cosmetic expertise manager Benoit Persin and Thomas Gautier support cosmetic analysis projects. [Our team](https://filab.fr/en/about-us.md) Our approach in 4 steps: 1. **Scoping** your issue, regulatory requirements, and timelines. 2. **Sampling** and packaging according to good laboratory practices. 3. **Analysis** of physicochemical analysis under controlled conditions. 4. **Interpretation** of results with regulatory compliance and traceability. [Our technical resources](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources.md) [Avis vérifiés](https://www.avis-verifies.com/avis-clients/filab.fr) ## What our clients say L **Lucile g.** 10 June 2026 "I used Filab for a chemical analysis. Very satisfied with the service. Responsive team, deadlines met, and a clear analysis report. I recommend them." 5/5 N **Nicolas a.** 12 May 2026 "Very responsive laboratory, with excellent analysis quality and deadlines met. Communication is smooth, the technical explanations are clear, and the team knows how to adapt to specific needs. I recommend them for their professionalism and reliability!" 5/5 C **Charlotte t.** 8 May 2026 "Clear and precise deliverable, delivered on time. I recommend them." 5/5 [See all reviews](http://avis-verifies.com/avis-clients/filab.fr) Transparency & contactLast checked: June 2026 ## Where to find us and how to contact us FILAB is a physical laboratory located in France, independent and accredited. All the contact details below allow you to verify our identity and submit your request. ![](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/filab-exterieur.gif) ### FILAB Laboratory Ecoparc Dijon Bourgogne 80 rue Jean-Louis Auguste Petitjean 21850 Saint-Apollinaire, France Tel. [+33 (0)3 80 52 32 05](tel:+33380523205) ## FAQ What is the composition analysis of a cosmetic product? Composition analysis of a cosmetic product in the laboratory is a technique used by professionals in the cosmetics industry to assess the chemical composition of a product. This analysis makes it possible to determine the proportions of the various ingredients present in the product: preservatives, emulsifiers, colorants, fragrances, essential oils ... It also helps ensure that the product complies with current regulations in the cosmetics industry and guarantees its safety for consumers. The results can also help improve the product formulation and enhance its performance. Is FILAB registered with the FDA (Food and Drug Administration)? Yes, as an industrial company, if you wish to export your cosmetic products, FILAB is able to meet your analysis needs. [Find the registration certificate](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Cosmetic_Registration_Certificate_FILAB.pdf)