Cream Bleach (Activator Cream-ammonia Based) Testing Service — IS 15608:2018

Method Ref.: IS 15608:2018

TAT : 7 Days*

Required sample quantity : Cream-100 gm/Activator-50 gm

Method Reference

IS 15608:2018

Turnaround Time

7 Days*

Sample Quantity

Cream-100 gm/Activator-50 gm

₹7,850 ₹10,000/ sample

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About This Test

Cream Bleach is a cosmetic preparation used to lighten facial and body hair, helping it blend with the natural skin tone. It provides a quick, non-invasive solution for achieving a brighter and more even complexion. Typically comprising a cream base and an activator (often hydrogen peroxide), the formulation must comply with safety and performance standards to ensure it is non-irritating and skin-compatible.

Why It Matters

Purpose of Testing

Ensure chemical safety– To verify that active ingredients like ammonium bicarbonate or hydrogen peroxide (in the activator) are present within permissible limits and pose no risk to skin health.

Check for skin irritation or allergic response– Through Primary Irritation Patch Tests, the product is assessed for its potential to cause redness, itching, or dermatitis upon application.

Test for heavy metal contamination– To confirm the absence of lead, arsenic, and mercury, which are harmful even in trace amounts.

Evaluate microbiological safety– To ensure the product is free from pathogenic microorganisms like E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus, which can lead to infections.

Verify pH level– To ensure the product maintains a skin-friendly pH, minimizing the risk of irritation or skin barrier disruption.

Assess stability and efficacy– To confirm the product remains effective, homogeneous, and safe throughout its shelf life without chemical separation or degradation.

Check compliance with BIS labeling and ingredient norms– Ensures that the product is correctly labeled with all necessary warnings, ingredients, and usage instructions as per Indian cosmetic regulations.

What's Tested

Test Parameters

9 parameters covered under this service

Parameter	Method Ref.	NABL	Unit
pH (For Cream)	IS 15608	—	NA
Assay (as hydrogen peroxide) (For Cream)	IS 15608	—	% w/w
pH (For Activator)	IS 15608	—	NA
Assay (As ammonium bicarbonate)	IS 15608	—	% w/w
Heavy metals (as Pb) (For Activator)	IS 15608	—	ppm
Arsenic (As As2O3) (For Activator)	IS 15608	—	ppm
Mercury (Hg) (For Activator)	IS 16913	—	ppm
Total plate count (For Activator)	IS 14648	✓	cfu/g
Total fatty substances (For Activator)	IS 15608	—	% w/w