Quality Assurance and Quality Control Services for the Cosmetics Industry
Pro QC International is a recognized quality assurance company within the cosmetics industry. We ensure the integrity of cosmetic products and improve manufacturing performance to help the industry reach high quality standards.
To protect customers from the challenges related to importing or manufacturing cosmetics, Pro QC provides a comprehensive suite of quality assurance and quality control services that include Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) audits, ISO 22716 audits, ISO 14001 audits, supplier management solutions, and cosmetic inspections. Whether our clients produce hair care, skincare, makeup or packaging, we have effective solutions tailored to their needs.
Since 1984, Pro QC has supported manufacturers and buyers of cosmetic products in over 88 countries around the globe. Our work results in improving factory performance, controlling product quality, verifying supplier reliability, and ensuring compliance with industry and international standards.
We offer superior experience and expertise in quality control solutions, with teams of engineers and auditors located in the main manufacturing countries of cosmetics such as China, France, South Korea, Japan, United States, Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, United Arab Emirates, Denmark, Poland, Croatia, Taiwan, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Hong Kong, Croatia, Switzerland, and many more.
Our Applications and Industries
We are committed to meeting the highest standards in the delivery of our quality solutions. From haircare and skincare to make-up and cosmetic packaging, we offer comprehensive quality control services to each industry segment and ensure compliance with international standards and product quality.
Haircare
Hair Colorants, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Oil…
Skincare
Creams, Lotions, Powders, Sprays…
Makeup
Powder, Gels, Lotions…
Quality Assurance and Quality Control Services for Cosmetics
For over four decades, Pro QC International has strived for responsive and flexible co-operation with our customers. Our customers are luxury brands, large retailers, and beauty shops outsourcing their production or facing challenges at their own facilities.
Manufacturing Audits and Advisory Services
Take advantage of our end-to-end comprehensive approach to improve your supply chain performance with the following quality solutions:
- Manufacturing Process Audits
- Process Improvement
- Production Capacity Analysis (Run & Rate)
- Quality Investigation (root cause investigation of a defective product)
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective Action Follow-Up
- Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
- Continuous Improvement
Supplier and Factory audits
Pro QC’s factory audit solutions cover:
- Supplier Quality Audits
- ISO 22716 Good Manufacturing Practices Audits
- Good Manufacturing Practices Audits (GMP) Audits
- ISO 9001 Quality System Audits
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Audits
- ISO 45001 Management Systems of Occupational Health and Safety Audits
- Social Accountability Audits SA8000
- Supply Chain Security Audits
- Combined Audits
Inspection Services for Cosmetics
Our range of third-party quality control inspections for cosmetics include the following:
- First-Article Inspections (FAI) are performed prior to mass production. Product properties are measured and compared with specifications to verify quality matches.
- In-Process Inspections (IPI) ensure that the processes and techniques used to manufacture cosmetic products are followed.
- Pre-Shipment Inspections (PSI) verify the conformity of cosmetics to specifications before shipping. Inspectors evaluate workmanship, functionality, packaging, labeling, and other criteria as required.
- Container Loading Supervision (CLS) ensures that proper methods are employed during product loading, and counts are verified on-site.
- Sorting services are used to inspect production and detect quality issues or perform rework operations.
Supplier Management
Pro QC’s Supplier Management Solutions enhance compliance and performance of the entire supplier portfolio by::
- Performing an on-site risk assessment
- Establishing a corrective action plan
- Verifying corrective action implementation through detailed follow-up activities
- Scheduling subsequent annual visits based on supplier risk level
- Providing a supplier portfolio dashboard and performance analysis
Our supplier management team will create a customized checklist that meets exacting requirements. The supplier management service is particularly suitable for small QA teams with a large supplier base across the globe. Pro QC assists these teams to investigate and resolve compliance and quality issues in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Why Pro QC International?
Partnership
Pro QC genuinely sees your company and your suppliers as partners looking for growth and improvement. We don’t just give pass/fail results. We provide professional recommendations, facilitation, and performance management to achieve the desired results.
Quality Dashboard
Pro QC’s quality dashboard provides a holistic dashboard view of your supplier portfolio including data analytics to better understand and determine the next action required at your supplier.
Experience & Expertise
Pro QC has overseen successful supplier transformation projects that have helped companies in the cosmetics industry achieve their quality goals.
Global Presence
Pro QC has agile teams of quality engineers in more than 88 countries ready to meet your quality assurance needs whether it’s a third-party inspection of cosmetics or an ISO 22716 audit.
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