Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume: NABL Lab Test Report
NABL lab test report for Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume: heavy metals not detected and pathogens absent.
Safety Summary: Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume
Is Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume safe? Yes. It was independently tested at Sigma Test & Research Centre.
Free from lead. The report found no detectable lead - it was below the laboratory's detection limit.
Free from harmful bacteria and fungi. One organism was tested: Staphylococcus aureus. per gm. All were reported Absent. Total microbial count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit 1000 cfu/gm).
Sulphate-free and paraben-free. The published ingredient list contains no sulphates, parabens or mineral oil. Preservation uses phenoxyethanol.
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 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 | |||
| Colour | Grey | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Chemical Parameters | |||
| TEST & RESEARCH CENTRE | web | www.sigmatest.org | - |
| Heavy Metals | |||
| Lead (as Pb), mg/l | Not Detected | 0.25 | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Microbial Counts | |||
| Total microbial count, cfu/gm | Less than 10 | NMT 1000 | IS: 14648:2011 |
| Pathogens | |||
| Staphylococcus aureus. per gm | Absent | - | IS: 14648:2011 |
Understanding These Tests for Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume
Physical & Organoleptic
On the tested sample, Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume was recorded as grey in colour.
These checks record what the laboratory observed in the sample as received.
Chemical Parameters
Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume recorded TEST & RESEARCH CENTRE web against a requirement of www.sigmatest.org.
Chemical parameters are measured against the standard's specification where one exists.
Heavy Metals
In this report, Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume showed no detectable lead, mg/l - each below the laboratory's stated detection limit.
Heavy metals can enter a product through raw materials or manufacturing.
Microbial Counts
Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume recorded total microbial count Less than 10 cfu/gm against a limit of NMT 1000 cfu/gm.
These tests count viable microorganisms against the limits set by the standard.
Pathogens
In the tested sample of Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume, Staphylococcus aureus. per gm 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 - Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume |
| 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:14648:2011 |
| Sample Tested | (150ml x 2 \Page No.: 1 of 2 Batch /Lot N) |
About Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume
Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume - 150 ml
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. | Laboratory report |
| Within microbiological limits | Counts within the standard limits; specified pathogens reported Absent. | Laboratory report |
| Sulphate-free cleansing base | No SLS or SLES in the published ingredient list. | 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. ) |
| Batch Tested | (Mfg. ; 30 months Manufactured By: NA Supplied B) |
| Standards Referenced | IS:14648:2011 |
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.
Moisturising and Emollient
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Propylene Glycol | Humectant and solvent. |
Conditioning Agents
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Polymethylsilsesquioxane | Silicone powder that gives a soft-focus finish. |
| PEG-12 Dimethicone | Silicone that smooths the surface and adds slip. |
Texture and Stability
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Tapioca Starch | Plant starch used for a dry, powdery finish. |
Preservative System
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Phenoxyethanol | Broad-spectrum preservative used at low levels. |
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. |
Dermatological Patch Test Certificate
This NABL lab test report covers the chemical and microbiological analysis of Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume. 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 Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume is available as issued by the laboratory. It carries the laboratory letterhead, the ULR number, and the authorised signatory's details.
The Tested Product
Refresh Dry Shampoo to Instantly Refresh & Add Volume
The results on this page come from laboratory testing of a sample from batch . See the complete ingredient list, current offers and reviews on the product page.
View ProductFrequently Asked Questions
A: Yes. In this report, Lead was reported below the laboratory's stated detection limit at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory.
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 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: No. NABL accredits laboratories, not products. This page reports the results of testing performed at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory on a sample of this product. It does not represent a product certification by NABL.
References
- IS:14648:2011. Bureau of Indian Standards.
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