Detection of Candida albicans in Cosmetics

Candida albicans is a type of fungus that lives in small amounts in the human body and is found in the intestines, skin and intestines. However, if its presence in the human body becomes unbalanced; can cause infections such as thrush and vaginal yeast infections.

Candida albicans growth can be seen especially in cosmetic products due to contamination with microorganisms. There may be microorganism contamination before, during production or after the package is opened.

ISO 18416 standard covers the necessary methods for the detection and identification of Candida albicans in cosmetic products. Physical, chemical and microbiological tests are carried out on cosmetic products in order to protect the health of the consumer by ensuring the quality and safety of the product. Detection of Candida albicans is one of the important tests performed within the scope of microbiological tests.

You can contact Nanolab Cosmetic Analysis Laboratory for Candida albicans Search studies within the scope of ISO 18416 standard in cosmetic products.