Facial Skincare
Facial skincare products have range of performance claims, from anti-aging to hydrating. Every claim needs to be legally certified, which is what our leading team of compliance, safety and testing experts are able to deliver. Reassurance for you, your customer and any retailer.
Experts in the formulation, compliance and safety of facial skincare products
We have unrivalled expertise when it comes to facial skincare products. We consistently help our clients with formulation, testing and compliance services for products such as beard oil / conditioner, cleanser, toner, eye cream, face masks, face serum, face wash, face wipes, facial devices, facial moisturiser, facial oil, facial scrub or exfoliator, lip balm or cream, make-up remover, micellar water, neck or chest cream, perfume / eau de toilette and pore strips. Through our accredited services, which we will guide and advise you through, we ensure your product goes to market with all claims legally substantiated and compliant with territorial regulations.



Frequently asked questions about facial skincare products
What services does my product require?
Talk to our team of experts and we will be able to advise on all aspects of your products requirements. We take time to understand you claims and product attributes and create a recommendation of the exact services we can provide to get your product to market. Explore our recommended services below, try our product checkup or book a free consultation with our team.
What information do you need?
For all products, we would require the ICNI data and any information and evidence you have to back up your claim. Our innovative team of experts will be able to review your product and make recommendations of required testing services.
How long does it take?
This varies depending on the services required, but we can work within your timeframe and constraints where possible. Our customer service offer is designed to make your life as easy as possible, you will have a point of contact and a detailed schedule to keep you up-to-date with process.
Why use ADSL?
Formed in 2008, our fully qualified, independent team of Chartered Chemists, Toxicologists, Microbiologists and Regulatory experts specialise in formulation and testing services within the cosmetic and household goods Industry. We are a UKAS accredited testing laboratory offering a range of accredited and non accredited microbiological tests. With our exceptional expertise and complementary skills in manufacturing, process controls, industry regulation, health and safety, marketing, and project management we are with you every step of the way to see your product through to successful market launch. Furthermore, our technical consulting helps many businesses by cost effectively filling gaps in their skills and knowledge base and providing a fresh perspective and strategy on the best way forward. Fundamentally we have the the knowledge and know-how to successfully take your cosmetic product to market. Your product inside out.
We are a leading provider of formulation, safety and regulatory compliance services
Concept to shelf
We deliver our extensive range of services from our own leading UK based facilities, meaning better support and service for you. Whether a full “turnkey” product development from concept to shelf is needed or a single regulatory or testing requirement, we have everything you’ll need under one roof.
Trusted by leading brands
From household names to start-ups, we support brands of all sizes, helping them get their products consumer-ready and onto the market. We have a wide range of testing and compliance capabilities to assist at every part of the development lifecycle process.
Unrivalled expertise
Experts in our field, we have over 20 years of cosmetic formulation, compliance, testing and safety experience. And we’ll use it to help you navigate the increasingly demanding regulatory landscape. If you have a question, we’ll have the answer.