Body Powder (Cooling Body Powder) Testing Service — IS 3959:2023

Parameters to Test

Skin Powder/Body Powder (Cooling Body Powder) Method Ref.: IS 3959:2023

TAT : 7 Days*

Required sample quantity : 100-150 gm

Method Reference

IS 3959:2023

Turnaround Time

7 Days*

Sample Quantity

100-150 gm

₹16,150 ₹20,000/ sample

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Testing Scope

About This Test

Cooling body powder, as defined under IS 3959, is a type of cosmetic body powder formulated to provide a refreshing, soothing, and cooling effect when applied to the skin. These powders help absorb excess moisture, reduce friction, and offer a sense of relief during hot or humid conditions.

The standard ensures that such powders are safe, skin-friendly, and free from harmful substances, making them suitable for daily personal care use.

Type 1 – Talc-Based Cooling Powder:
- Contains purified talc as the base ingredient.
- May be infused with menthol, camphor, or other cooling agents.
- Provides a smooth application and immediate cooling sensation.
Type 2 – Non-Talc (Alternative Base) Cooling Powder:
- Uses starches (like corn or rice), kaolin, or other natural absorbents.
- Suitable for talc-free or herbal formulations.
- Often marketed for sensitive skin or natural product users.

Why It Matters

Purpose of Testing

Safety Verification:Ensure the product is free from harmful substances such as heavy metals (lead, arsenic) and microbial contaminants (e.g., E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus).

Physical & Chemical Quality:Assess properties like fineness, moisture content, pH, and homogeneity to ensure consistent performance and user comfort.

Skin Compatibility:Confirm that the product is non-irritating and safe for repeated use on human skin.

Ingredient Compliance:Validate the presence and concentration of approved base materials (e.g., talc or starch) and permitted additives like perfumes or cooling agents.

Regulatory Compliance:Ensure the body powder conforms to BIS standards for cosmetic safety and labeling under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules.

Testing as per IS 3959 guarantees that body powders are safe, hygienic, and suitable for regular personal care, protecting consumers from irritation, contamination, or toxic exposure.

What's Tested

Test Parameters

13 parameters covered under this service

Parameter	Method Ref.	NABL	Unit
Matter insoluble in boiling water	IS 3959	—	% w/w
Solubility of colours	IS 3959	—	NA
Fineness (Residue on 75-micron IS sieve)	IS 3959	✓	% w/w
Fineness (Residue on 150-micron IS sieve)	IS 3959	✓	% w/w
Moisture and volatile matter	IS 3959	✓	% w/w
pH	IS 3959	✓	NA
Heavy metals (as Pb)	IS 3959	✓	ppm
Arsenic (as As2O3)	IS 3959	✓	ppm
Mercury (Hg)	IS 16913	—	ppm
Boric acid, borates and tetra borates (as Boric acid)	IS 3959	—	% w/w
Menthol content	IS 3959	—	% w/w
Camphor content	IS 3959	—	% w/w
Microbiological Examinations	—	—	—