Cosmetic Stability Chambers
Cosmetic stability chambers test how cosmetic products respond to different temperatures to protect product consistency and consumer safety. Memmert's ICP chambers test commercial cosmetic products for imperfections that could affect reliability over time.
Model Guide
ICP
Compressor Cooled Incubator
Environment conscious, compressor cooled utilizing C02 refrigerant R744 incubator, perfect for rapid temperature changes and multiple setpoint ramps. Incubating, breeding, and storing the ICPeco is superior.
SingleDisplay vs TwinDisplay
Our products are equipped with AtmoCONTROL technology that has programming functions depending on which display you select:
SingleDISPLAY and TwinDISPLAY
- Manage and organize data
- Save log files in several formats
- Monitor up to 32 devices online
- Automatic alarms sent to your email when conditions are out of spec
Additional features with TwinDISPLAY
- Archive of ramps and program sequences
- Real-time view of program sequences
- Loops can be inserted within a temperature control program at any place
- Download and manage programs via Ethernet or USB
Cosmetic Stability Testing
Cosmetic stability chambers flag potential freezing, thawing, crystallization, bacterial growth, or other damage caused by temperature, humidity, and light exposure. Stability testing is essential to maintaining regulatory compliance, avoiding costly reformulations, and protecting against liability from harmful or defective products.
What Cosmetic Stability Testing Checks
- Physical stability, including texture, viscosity, and separation
- Color and fragrance stability
- Microbial and preservative efficacy
- Packaging compatibility
Regulatory Considerations
Cosmetic manufacturers typically run stability studies to support shelf life claims and satisfy FDA and international regulatory expectations, particularly for products making specific performance or safety claims.
Choosing a Cosmetic Stability Chamber
Look for a chamber that offers precise temperature and humidity control across the range your formulation needs to be tested against, along with reliable data logging to support your compliance documentation.
Memmert Climate Chambers: Software & Features
Memmert climate chambers have accessories and special options to suit your lab. We can adjust or add certain features including:
- Entry ports
- Air pressure variations
- Relative humidity capabilities
- Illumination unit available
- Alternative lightboxes available
- Additional reinforced stainless steel shelving
- Heavy-duty appliances
- Holder for water tank (standard for size 750 units)
- Gas concentration variations (oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen)
- Central water supply with filter cartridges for connection to domestic water supply
Programmable Lab Equipment
Our products are equipped with AtmoCONTROL technology that has programming functions depending on which display you select:
SingleDISPLAY and TwinDISPLAY
- Manage and organize data
- Save log files in several formats
- Monitor up to 32 devices online
- Automatic alarms sent to your email when conditions are out of spec
Additional features with TwinDISPLAY
- Archive of ramps and program sequences
- Real-time view of program sequences
- Loops can be inserted within a temperature control program at any place
- Download and manage programs via Ethernet or USB
