Webinar | Mastering the challenge test: Key to antimicrobial efficacy in cosmetics
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Mastering the challenge test:Key to antimicrobial efficacy in cosmetics
Demonstrating the antimicrobial efficacy of a product is not only a regulatory requirement, it is also a mark of scientific reliability and consumer confidence. However, the implementation and interpretation of efficacy tests, such as challenge tests, remain complex.
From mastering the standards and understanding the behaviour of micro-organisms to designing the appropriate inoculum and defining optimal contact times, each stage requires precision, expertise and the ability to navigate a variety of influencing factors.
Join our expert from Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care for a dedicated webinar where we will guide you through the complete challenge testing process. From key definitions to concrete reporting examples, this session will help clarify a fundamental but complex aspect of cosmetic microbiology.
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Agenda
- Introduction
- Normatives
- Microorganisms
- Inoculum
- Contact times
- Neutralization efficacy
- Efficacy criteria
- Results
- Report examples
- Question and Contacts
Speaker
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Marco Piacentini - Managing Director Marco is a professional in the cosmetics and personal care industry for over 20 years. With direct experience in manufacturing, regulatory compliance and testing he can offer a complete overview of the impact of micro testing in cosmetic and personal care supply chain. |