NABL Test Report for 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash
2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash: NABL Lab Test Report
NABL lab test report for 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash: heavy metals not detected, pathogens absent and pH 5.30. Batch AD22110.
Safety Summary: 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash
Is 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash safe? Yes. It was independently tested at Sigma Test & Research Centre, a laboratory accredited by NABL (Accreditation No. TC-5369). The tested sample, from batch AD22110, was analysed against the limits in the referenced standards.
Free from lead and arsenic. The report found no detectable lead or arsenic - both were below the laboratory's detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg.
Free from harmful bacteria and fungi. Four organisms were tested: Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. All were reported Absent. Total microbial count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit 1000 cfu/gm); Total yeast & mould count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit 100 cfu/gm).
Gentle, skin-friendly pH. The measured pH is 5.30, which is mildly acidic.
Sulphate-free and paraben-free. The published ingredient list contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil. It cleanses using milder amino-acid surfactants - sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, cocamidopropyl betaine and decyl glucoside.
Is it chemical free? No cosmetic is chemical-free - water itself is a chemical. This one is free from sulphates, parabens, silicones, mineral oil and any detectable lead or arsenic.
What these results cover. The laboratory findings apply to the tested sample from batch AD22110 and the parameters listed on this page. Skin tolerance is assessed separately, in the dermatological patch test certificate. NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
Key Findings at a Glance
Results of Analysis
Result is the measured outcome for this batch. Requirement / Limit is the specification where the standard defines one; a dash means it defines none. Test Method is the standard the laboratory followed.
| Parameter | Result | Requirement / Limit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical & Organoleptic | |||
| Description | Translucent viscous liquid containing white and blue granules | - | By Visual |
| Colour | Pale yellow | - | By Visual |
| Odour | Characteristic | - | By Organoleptically |
| Chemical Parameters | |||
| pH | 5.30 | - | IS:7884:2004 |
| Foam Height, for 2% solution, mm | 60 | - | IS:7884:2004 |
| Active Detergent Content, % w/w | 8.77 | - | STRC/STP/P020 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.051 | - | IP:2018 |
| Viscosity (Temp. 27.1C, RPM 31, SPL No. 64), cps | 3799 | - | IP:2018 |
| Heavy Metals | |||
| Lead (as Pb), ppm | Not Detected (DL 0.25) | - | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Arsenic (as As), ppm | Not Detected (DL 0.25) | - | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Microbial Counts | |||
| Total microbial count, cfu/gm | Less than 10 | NMT 1000 | IS:14648:2011 |
| Total yeast & mould count, cfu/gm | Less than 10 | NMT 100 | IS:14648:2011 |
| Pathogens | |||
| Escherichia coli, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Staphylococcus aureus, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Candida albicans, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
Understanding These Tests for 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash
Physical & Organoleptic
On the tested sample, 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash was recorded as description Translucent viscous liquid containing white and blue granules, pale yellow in colour and with a characteristic odour.
These checks record what the laboratory observed in the sample as received.
Chemical Parameters
It also lists pH 5.30, foam Height, for 2% solution 60 mm, active Detergent Content 8.77 % w/w, specific Gravity 1.051 and viscosity 3799 cps, for which the standard sets no specification.
Chemical parameters are measured against the standard's specification where one exists.
Heavy Metals
In this report, 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash showed no detectable lead or arsenic - each below the laboratory's detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg.
Heavy metals can enter a product through raw materials or manufacturing.
Microbial Counts
2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash recorded total microbial count Less than 10 cfu/gm against a limit of NMT 1000 cfu/gm and total yeast & mould count Less than 10 cfu/gm against a limit of NMT 100 cfu/gm.
These tests count viable microorganisms against the limits set by the standard.
Pathogens
In the tested sample of 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans were reported Absent - not detected in the tested quantity.
Pathogen tests cover only the organisms listed, not all microorganisms.
Test Overview
| Report Title | Chemical and Microbiological Analysis - 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash |
| Parameters Measured | physical and organoleptic properties, chemical parameters, heavy metals, microbial counts and pathogens |
| Test Type | Laboratory chemical and microbiological analysis of a product sample |
| Test Methods | IS:7884:2004; IS:14648:2011 |
| Sample Tested | AD22110 (100ml x 3) |
About 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash
The Derma Co 2% cica glow face wash for a youthful glow & even skin tone. This facewash deep cleanses, nourishes & hydrates, lending a bright & even skin.
Claims and Their Evidence
Lab-sourced rows are measured results. Product-page rows are the brand's own claims, shown with the brand's qualifier. The laboratory report is not evidence for cosmetic-benefit claims.
| Statement | Evidence / basis | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No detectable heavy metals | Lead and Arsenic reported Not Detected at a detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg. | Lab report 13005297/A |
| Within microbiological limits | Counts within the standard limits; specified pathogens reported Absent. | Lab report 13005297/B |
| 2% cica glow face wash for a youthful glow & even skin tone | Brand claim published on the product page. | Product page (brand claim) |
| Sulphate-free cleansing base | Formulated with sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, cocamidopropyl betaine and decyl glucoside in place of SLS/SLES. | Product ingredient list |
| Paraben-free | No parabens in the published ingredient list. | Product ingredient list |
Report Details
| Testing Laboratory | Sigma Test & Research Centre (NABL-accredited, Accreditation No. TC-5369) |
| ULR Number | TC536922000006512F |
| Report No. | 13005297/A, 13005297/B |
| Report Issue Date | 03/08/2022 |
| Testing Period | 22/07/2022 to 29/07/2022 |
| Batch Tested | AD22110 (Mfg. 07/2022; 07/2024) |
| Standards Referenced | IS:7884:2004; IS:14648:2011 |
| Authorised Signatory | Vinit Sharma, Person Incharge, Sigma Test & Research Centre |
What This Report Shows
What the results demonstrate
- Physical characteristics of the tested sample were recorded as observed by the laboratory.
- The listed heavy metals were below the laboratory's detection limit in the tested sample.
- The tested sample met the microbiological count limits of the referenced standard.
- The specified pathogenic microorganisms were reported Absent in the tested sample.
- Testing was performed by an NABL-accredited laboratory.
What the results do not demonstrate
- They do not certify the product; NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
- They do not establish overall safety or suitability for every individual.
- They do not prove any cosmetic-benefit or performance claim; those are addressed separately and on the product page.
- They do not cover parameters or organisms outside those listed.
- They apply to the tested sample from the stated batch, not necessarily to other batches.
Formulation at a Glance
From the ingredient list published on the product page. Not part of the laboratory report.
Cleansing System
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate | Amino-acid-based surfactant used in place of sulphates. |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Mild coconut-derived surfactant for gentle cleansing and foam. |
| Decyl Glucoside | Sugar-derived non-ionic surfactant, mild on skin. |
Active Ingredients
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Aloe Vera) | Aloe vera; soothing and hydrating botanical. |
| Centella Asiatica Extract | Cica; botanical used in soothing and barrier formulas. |
| Xylitylglucoside | Sugar-derived humectant, part of a moisturising complex. |
| Anhydroxylitol | Sugar-alcohol humectant supporting surface hydration. |
| Glycolic Acid | Alpha-hydroxy acid used for surface exfoliation. |
| Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) | Stable vitamin E ester; antioxidant. |
Texture and Stability
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Aqua (Water) | Solvent base of the formulation. |
| Acrylates Copolymer (Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer) | Polymer used to thicken or form films. |
| Sodium Hydroxide | Adjusts the pH of the formulation. |
What the Formulation Leaves Out
| Excluded | Basis |
|---|---|
| No sulphates | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
| No parabens | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
| No silicones | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
| No mineral oil | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
Published Research on Key Actives
Published literature on each ingredient, not studies on this product.
| Ingredient | Published finding | Relevance to the formulation |
|---|---|---|
| Aloe Vera | Aloe vera has documented moisturising and soothing properties in dermatological use (Surjushe A, et al. Indian J Dermatol. 2008;53(4):163-166). | Supports aloe vera as a soothing and hydrating botanical. |
| Glycolic Acid | Glycolic acid peels are documented for surface renewal and pigmentation concerns (Sharad J. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2013;6:281-288). | Supports glycolic acid as a surface-exfoliating active. |
| Vitamin E | Vitamin E is reviewed as a major lipid-soluble antioxidant in skin, with photoprotective and moisturising roles (Keen MA, Hassan I. Indian Dermatol Online J. 2016;7(4):311-315). | Supports vitamin E as an antioxidant and emollient stabiliser. |
| Centella Asiatica (Cica) | Centella asiatica has documented wound-healing and soothing activity in dermatological use (Bylka W, et al. Postepy Dermatol Alergol. 2013;30(1):46-49). | Supports centella asiatica as a soothing botanical. |
Dermatological Patch Test Certificate
This NABL lab test report covers the chemical and microbiological analysis of 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash. Skin tolerance is a separate question, assessed through dermatological patch testing. The dermatological patch test certificate for this product is published on its own page, so you can review the laboratory analysis here and the patch-test findings there as one trust cluster.
View the Original Lab Report
The complete original report for 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash is available as issued by the laboratory. It carries the laboratory letterhead, the ULR number, and the authorised signatory's details.
The Tested Product
2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash
The results on this page come from laboratory testing of a sample from batch AD22110. See the complete ingredient list, current offers and reviews on the product page. You can also explore other products in this category.
View ProductFrequently Asked Questions
A: Yes. In this report, Lead and Arsenic were reported below the laboratory's stated detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory (Accreditation No. TC-5369).
A: For the tested batch, microbial counts were reported within the limits of the referenced standard and the specified pathogens were reported Absent. These results indicate the tested sample met the referenced microbiological limits; they do not establish overall product safety.
A: The measured pH in this report is 5.30.
A: The published ingredient list for this product contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil. This is based on the ingredient list, not on the laboratory report, which covers contaminants and microbiological quality.
A: No. The report covers chemical and microbiological parameters on a sample from the stated batch. Performance and cosmetic-benefit claims are made by the brand on the product page and are not part of this laboratory report.
A: "Not Detected" means a substance was below the laboratory's stated detection limit using the specified method. "Absent" means a specified microorganism was not detected in the tested quantity using the referenced method.
A: A ULR (Unique Lab Report) number is a one-of-a-kind identifier that NABL-accredited laboratories print on every test report, making it traceable. The ULR for this report is TC536922000006512F. The original report PDF linked on this page carries the laboratory letterhead and authorised signatory details.
A: No. NABL accredits laboratories, not products. This page reports the results of testing performed at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory (Accreditation No. TC-5369) on a sample of this product. It does not represent a product certification by NABL.
A: The report covers batch AD22110 (manufactured 07/2022). The laboratory report states the tested sample as 100ml x 3. Results refer only to the tested sample and the parameters listed.
References
- IS:7884:2004. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- IS:14648:2011. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- Sharad J. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2013;6:281-288.
- Sigma Test & Research Centre. Test reports 13005297/A, 13005297/B.
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