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The design time of a product is not fixed, it varies according to the complexity of each project. If you aspire to launch your own range of cosmetic products but don’t know where to start or what steps are essential in the design of a product, from its conception to its commercialization, Laboratoire LBP is here to support you every step of the way.

To certify your line, you will need to apply to an approved organization such as Qualité France or Ecocert. An annual fee will be required, your production site will be inspected, and the entire manufacturing process will be audited. Laboratoire LBP is able to supervise the organic certification of your products. We can also help you estimate the costs associated with this certification (however, only the relevant bodies can provide an official quote, adapted to each situation).

Claims are claims, whether in the form of text, images, or symbols, that brands use to promote the properties of a cosmetic product. However, it is important that a cosmetic product does not make statements that may mislead consumers.

Each claim must meet certain criteria set out in Regulation No. 655/2013 in order to be used legally. Their validity is based on the adequacy of the evidence provided by all available studies, data and information conducted on the product.

All cosmetic products must strictly comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as stipulated by Article 8 of the Cosmetics Regulation EC 1223/2003. These standards are defined by ISO 22716, an international standard recognized to guarantee the quality and safety of cosmetic products. They encompass a set of procedures and guidelines to ensure the safety of the product in accordance with current regulatory requirements.

The safety report of a cosmetic product is an essential component of the Product Information File (PIF). It is generally divided into two distinct parts:

  • The first part contains safety information, including the data needed for risk assessment.
  • The second part, the safety assessment, should be conducted by a toxicologist. The latter must determine, based on current knowledge, whether the product is considered safe for human health.

Key steps include toxicological evaluation of preservation, tolerance, skin irritation, but also dermatological and ophthalmological tests (if the product is intended for use around the eyes). Further specific tests may be carried out depending on the characteristics of the product and the intended use.

The choice of packaging for your cosmetic product depends on several factors, including:

  • the nature and galenic content of the product,
  • its texture,
  • its shelf life,
  • how it is applied.

It’s also important to consider environmental impact by prioritizing sustainable options and opting for packaging solutions such as PCR (post-consumer recycled), refillable, airless, metal-free packaging, green materials, as well as biodegradable options.