A new R&D area identified by HFR is Cosmetic Product Development.

With the assistance of Industry recognised consultants working along with our formulation chemists in our newly dedicated Formulation and Testing Laboratory,
We offer the following services:

• Creation of Cosmetic Product Formulations , particularly in the areas of  hair colourants and hair care formulations.
• Measurement of product stability and shelf life.
• Help in establishing industry standard Quality System
• Development of manufacturing processes at laboratory scale with a view to full scale production.
• Development and application of analytical procedures for measuring impurity levels in cosmetic products and raw materials. This draws on our analytical expertise and facilities.
• Experience in the use of peroxides, persulphates and other difficult to handle chemicals used in certain cosmetic formulations.