Cosmetics and Cannabis

Cosmetics and Cannabis

Many players in the cosmetics industry offer product ranges which incorporate hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) and CBD.

The cannabis plant comprises hundreds of different substances, but the two best-known active ingredients in the plant are THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol).

Cannabis sativa, a botanical species which includes several varieties of hemp, are particularly distinguished by their THC and CBD contents, and are subject to strict control measures.

In a strict regulatory context, it is essential to select raw materials which are fully compliant in order to ensure the safety of the product and its efficiency. To achieve this, Eurofins companies support customers at every key stage of the product development process, from:

• Consulting and Regulatory & Toxicology services (toxicological profile of ingredients, regulatory compliance files, MSDS, labelling validation...)
• Analytical tests (heavy metals, pesticides, protein assays, impurities, 2 cannabinoid profiles assays…)
  • Cannabinoid Profile 1 - CBD, CBDA, Total CBD, THC, THCA, Total THC, CBN
  • Cannabinoid Profile 2 – CBG, CBGA, CBC, CBCA
• In vitro studies (Skin/eye irritation, Ames test, Micronucleus test...)
• Clinical studies to support cosmetic claims (moisturising, soothing...)
• Formulation Consulting Services (boost CBD effect)