NABL Test Report for 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer
5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer: NABL Lab Test Report
NABL lab test report for 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer: heavy metals not detected, pathogens absent and pH 6.87. Batch AD22134.
Safety Summary: 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer
Is 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer 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 AD22134, met every safety limit the laboratory checked.
Free from lead. The report found no detectable lead - it was below the laboratory's detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg.
Free from harmful bacteria and fungi. One organism was tested: Candida albicans. All were reported Absent.
Gentle, skin-friendly pH. The measured pH is 6.87, which is mildly acidic.
Sulphate-free and paraben-free. The published ingredient list contains no sulphates, parabens or mineral oil. It cleanses using milder amino-acid surfactants - xylitylglucoside. Preservation uses phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin and sodium benzoate.
Is it chemical free? No cosmetic is chemical-free - water itself is a chemical. This one is free from sulphates, parabens, mineral oil and any detectable lead.
What these results cover. The laboratory findings apply to the tested sample from batch AD22134 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 | Off white coloured soft mass | - | By Visual |
| Colour | Off white | - | By Visual |
| Odour | Characteristic | - | By Organoleptically |
| Chemical Parameters | |||
| pH | 6.87 | - | IS:6608:2004 |
| Total residue, % w/w | 22.14 | - | IS:6608:2004 |
| Thermal stability (45±1C) for 48 hours | Passes the test | - | IS:6608:2004 |
| Total fatty matter, % w/w | 10.98 | - | IS:6608:2004 |
| Specific gravity | 1.066 | - | IP:2018 |
| Water content, % w/w | 75.87 | - | IS:7679:1978 |
| Viscosity (Temp. 27C, RPM 30, SPL No. 64), cps | 8713 | - | IP:2018 |
| 1,4 Dioxane, ppm | Not Detected (DL 1.0) | - | STRC/STP/P022 |
| Heavy Metals | |||
| Lead (as Pb), ppm | Not Detected (DL 0.25) | - | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Pathogens | |||
| Candida albicans, per gm | Absent | Shall be absent | IS:14648:2011 |
Understanding These Tests for 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer
Physical & Organoleptic
On the tested sample, 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer was recorded as description Off white coloured soft mass, off white 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 6.87, total residue 22.14 % w/w, thermal stability for 48 hours Passes the test, total fatty matter 10.98 % w/w, specific gravity 1.066, water content 75.87 % w/w, viscosity 8713 cps and 1,4 Dioxane Not Detected, for which the standard sets no specification.
Chemical parameters are measured against the standard's specification where one exists.
Heavy Metals
In this report, 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer showed no detectable lead - each below the laboratory's detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg.
Heavy metals can enter a product through raw materials or manufacturing.
Pathogens
In the tested sample of 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer, Candida albicans was 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 - 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer |
| Parameters Measured | physical and organoleptic properties, chemical parameters, heavy metals and pathogens |
| Test Type | Laboratory chemical and microbiological analysis of a product sample |
| Test Methods | IS:6608:2004; IS:7679:1978; IS:14648:2011 |
| Sample Tested | AD22134 (50g x 6) |
About 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer
The Derma Co 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer online. This non-greasy moisturizer locks in moisture, fades dark spots, clear skin and makes skin glowing.
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 reported Not Detected at a detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg. | Lab report 13005961/A |
| Within microbiological limits | Counts within the standard limits; specified pathogens reported Absent. | Lab report 13005961/B |
| 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer online | Brand claim published on the product page. | Product page (brand claim) |
| Sulphate-free cleansing base | Formulated with xylitylglucoside 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 | TC536922000007316F |
| Report No. | 13005961/A, 13005961/B |
| Report Issue Date | 25/08/2022 |
| Testing Period | 17/08/2022 to 22/08/2022 |
| Batch Tested | AD22134 (Mfg. 07/2022; 07/2024) |
| Standards Referenced | IS:6608:2004; IS:7679:1978; 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.
- Measured chemical parameters that carry a specification fell within the referenced limits.
- The listed heavy metals were below the laboratory's detection limit in the tested sample.
- 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.
Active Ingredients
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Centella Asiatica Extract | Cica; botanical used in soothing and barrier formulas. |
| Alpha Arbutin | Arbutin, used in tone-focused formulas. |
| Xylitylglucoside | Sugar-derived humectant, part of a moisturising complex. |
| Anhydroxylitol | Sugar-alcohol humectant supporting surface hydration. |
| Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) | Stable vitamin E ester; antioxidant. |
Moisturising and Emollient
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Glycerin | Humectant that draws water into the skin surface. |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Light coconut-derived emollient that spreads easily. |
| Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil | Olive oil or derivative; emollient. |
Conditioning Agents
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Cyclopentasiloxane | Volatile silicone giving a light, smooth application. |
| Dimethicone | Silicone that smooths the surface and adds slip. |
Texture and Stability
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Aqua (Water) | Solvent base of the formulation. |
| Cetearyl Alcohol (Cetostearyl Alcohol) | Fatty alcohol used to emulsify and thicken. |
| Carbomer | Thickener that builds gel structure. |
| Citric Acid | Adjusts the pH of the formulation. |
Preservative System
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Phenoxyethanol | Broad-spectrum preservative used at low levels. |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative effective in acidic formulations. |
| Potassium Sorbate | Preservative that works with sodium benzoate. |
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 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer. 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 5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer is available as issued by the laboratory. It carries the laboratory letterhead, the ULR number, and the authorised signatory's details.
The Tested Product
5% Cica-Glow Daily Face Moisturizer
The results on this page come from laboratory testing of a sample from batch AD22134. 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 was 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 6.87.
A: The published ingredient list for this product contains no sulphates, parabens 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 TC536922000007316F. 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 AD22134 (manufactured 07/2022). The laboratory report states the tested sample as 50g x 6. Results refer only to the tested sample and the parameters listed.
References
- IS:6608:2004. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- IS:7679:1978. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- IS:14648:2011. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- Sigma Test & Research Centre. Test reports 13005961/A, 13005961/B.
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