Hair Cream Testing Service — IS 7679:1978

Method Ref.: IS 7679:1978

TAT : 7 Days*

Required sample quantity : 300-400 gm

Method Reference

IS 7679:1978

Turnaround Time

7 Days*

Sample Quantity

300-400 gm

₹7,850 ₹10,000/ sample

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About This Test

Hair Cream, as per IS 7679:1978, is a cosmetic preparation intended to improve the appearance, manageability, and condition of hair. This standard specifies the quality and safety requirements for hair creams used for grooming, conditioning, and styling. The formulation is generally an emulsion of oils and water, stabilized with emulsifiers, and enriched with conditioning agents.

Typical components include:

Base oils and emollients (e.g., mineral oil, coconut oil, lanolin)
Emulsifiers to maintain cream consistency
Conditioning agents like panthenol, protein hydrolysates, or silicone compounds
Preservatives and fragrance for product stability and appeal

The product should be:

Smooth and homogeneous in texture
Non-greasy or appropriately emollient depending on formulation
Easy to apply and non-irritating to the scalp
Free from rancidity, microbial contamination, or harmful substances

Why It Matters

Purpose of Testing

Verify physical characteristics including appearance, consistency, and homogeneity

Check pH value for scalp and skin compatibility

Assess rancidity and odor to ensure the freshness and quality of fats/oils used

Test for microbial contamination (total viable count and absence of pathogens)

Evaluate spreadability and washability for ease of use

Verify absence of heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and mercury

Confirm product stability under normal storage conditions

Ensure compliance with labeling and packaging norms as per BIS regulations

What's Tested

Test Parameters

9 parameters covered under this service

Parameter	Method Ref.	NABL	Unit
Thermal Stability	IS 7679	—	N/A
pH	IS 7679	—	N/A
Total fatty substance content	IS 7679	—	% w/w
Water content	IS 7679	—	% w/w
Test for rancidity	IS 7679	—	N/A
Heavy metals (as Pb)	IS 7679	—	ppm
Arsenic (as As2O3)	IS 7679	—	ppm
Mercury (Hg)	IS 16913	—	ppm
Microbiological Examinations	—	—	—