Personal Care Product Testing Market Report 2025

The personal care product testing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.28 billion in 2024 to $7.84 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the historic period is attributed to increasing consumer awareness, growing emphasis on product quality and safety, rising popularity of hydration-focused routines, higher demand for personal care products, and increasing interest in skincare.

The personal care product testing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.37 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period is driven by rising demand for personalized beauty products, growing awareness of health and wellness, higher preference for organic and natural products, expansion of e-commerce and digital sales channels, and stronger consumer inclination toward natural and organic options. Key trends in the forecast period include advancements in testing methodologies, integration of AI-driven diagnostics, adoption of sustainable packaging technologies, development of personalized skincare solutions, and innovations in product delivery systems.

The growing demand for organic and natural products is anticipated to drive expansion in the personal care product testing market. Organic and natural products consist of ingredients derived from plants, minerals, or other natural sources, without the use of synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers. This increase in demand is largely due to greater consumer awareness about the health risks posed by synthetic chemicals. Personal care product testing plays a crucial role in supporting organic and natural products by verifying their safety and effectiveness, ensuring reliability for consumers. It confirms ingredient quality and product performance, building trust and meeting regulatory requirements. For example, in May 2024, LETIS S.A., an Argentina-based certification authority for organic products, reported that total organic product sales reached $67.576 billion in 2022, showing a 4% rise from 2021. Consequently, the growing preference for organic and natural products is contributing to the growth of the personal care product testing market.

Key players in the personal care product testing market are developing innovative solutions such as animal-free cosmetics testing platforms to deliver safe, effective, and ethically tested products while adhering to regulations. These platforms test product safety and efficacy without involving animals, often using cell cultures, 3D skin models, or computer simulations. For instance, in November 2024, Revivo BioSystems Pte. Ltd., a biotechnology research company from Singapore, introduced ReleGO, an animal-free testing platform that simulates blood flow beneath the skin. This technology offers a more dynamic and accurate alternative to traditional testing methods. Built around its Revex chip and Relego collector, the system allows human or synthetic skin samples to be tested with fluids that mimic real physiological conditions, providing continuous insights into product-skin interactions over time. This platform reduces testing time and labor while improving reliability.

In November 2022, ALS Limited, an Australia-based testing laboratory, acquired Reliance Clinical Testing Services (RCTS) for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, ALS seeks to broaden its presence in the U.S., enhance its clinical testing capabilities, and strengthen its service offerings for cosmetic, personal care, and pharmaceutical clients. Reliance Clinical Testing Services (RCTS) is a U.S.-based company specializing in personal care product evaluation.

Major players in the personal care product testing market are Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, SGS SA, Eurofins Scientific SE, Bureau Veritas SA, Intertek Group plc, TÜV SÜD AG, UL Solutions Inc., ALS Limited, NSF International, SGS Institut Fresenius GmbH, MSL Solution Providers Ltd., Biorius SPRL, Microchem Laboratory Inc., QACS Ltd. (Quality Assurance & Chemical Safety), Accugen Laboratories Inc., Dermatest GmbH, TRI/Princeton Inc., Genemarkers LLC, Helioscience SAS, and Essex Test Services LLC.

North America was the largest region in the personal care product testing market in 2024. The regions covered in personal care product testing report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the personal care product testing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sudden escalation of U.S. tariffs and the consequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are severely impacting the healthcare sector, particularly in the supply of critical medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing higher costs for imported surgical instruments, imaging equipment, and consumables such as syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. These increased costs are straining healthcare budgets, leading some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass on expenses to patients. Additionally, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the production of essential drugs and devices, causing supply chain bottlenecks. In response, the industry is diversifying sourcing strategies, boosting local manufacturing where possible, and advocating for tariff exemptions on life-saving medical products.

Personal care product testing involves the scientific assessment of cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and other personal hygiene products to ensure their safety, effectiveness, and quality before they reach consumers. Its main purpose is to confirm that products are non-toxic, hypoallergenic, and effective for their intended use, while adhering to regulatory standards and consumer safety guidelines.

The primary types of personal care product testing include chemical and microbiological testing, stability and shelf-life testing, and other evaluations. Chemical testing analyzes the ingredients and composition of a product, while microbiological testing assesses its resistance to harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, yeast, and fungi. Applications span enterprise and government sectors. Key end-users include personal care product manufacturers, cosmetic and skincare brands, research and academic institutions, contract research organizations (CROs), and regulatory authorities and certification bodies.

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The personal care product testing market includes revenues earned by entities through safety testing, chemical analysis, dermatological and clinical testing, environmental and toxicology testing, and allergen and sensitivity testing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values and are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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