The test criteria
The product goes through four test runs as part of the "Microbiome-friendly" certification.
Quality control for contaminations in the product according to DIN EN ISO 17516:2015.
The product is added to a co-culture of S. epidermidis and S. aureus. The balance should either stay stable or shift towards S. epidermidis.
The product is added to a co-culture of the key microbes of the specific body site. The number of the individual microbial strains should neither decrease nor increase.
The product is brought into contact with the key microbes of the respective body area and growth is observed. The product should not impair growth of the tested microbes.
The benefits of our "Microbiome-friendly" certification
A key issue for the future
The topic microbiome is increasingly gaining awareness.
Validation of claims
Passing the test comes with the assurance that your product respects the body's microbial diversity and balance. You can be proud of your achievement!
Competitive advantage
Quality seals are a very important factor for consumers in aiding the decision process which items to purchase.
Transparency
For the health-conscious consumer our certification is imparting confidence in your product.
Marketing tool
A seal of quality is a proven branding tool and is rounding up the profile of your product.
A selection of our customers
Numerous brands from the cosmetics industry with more than 300 tested products trust our seal: