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Study Process

The full flow from the first consultation to the final report. Duration varies with the test items and the number of subjects involved.

Total steps

8 steps

Pilot test

If required

IRB review

If required

Full process

01
Consultation
As needed
We design the study around your product concept and agree on cost and schedule.
02
Pilot test
If required
Test items are selected for the product and a pilot test is run where needed.
03
Contract
After consultation
Once consultation is complete, the study protocol is finalised and the contract is signed.
04
IRB review
If required
Where IRB review is required, it proceeds according to standard procedure.
05
Subject recruitment
Per study design
Subjects are recruited to match the criteria set in the study design.
06
Study conduct & monitoring
Per protocol
The human application study proceeds according to the approved protocol.
07
Draft report
After data analysis
Once the study is complete, a draft report is issued following data analysis.
08
Final report
After joint review
The final report is issued once both sides have reviewed the draft.

Product information

Product name, type, full ingredient list, directions for use

Test samples

Sufficient quantity for the subject count and duration (as advised)

Target claim

A draft of the labelling or advertising claim you intend to substantiate

Schedule requirements

Planned launch date or submission deadline

Human application studies begin only after IRB approval; the start date may shift depending on the review schedule.

Samples must come from the same lot throughout the study period to keep results consistent.

Any protocol change during the study requires an additional review procedure.

Please use the result report only within the scope agreed in the contract.

Share your product information and target claim, and we will walk you through the study design and a cost estimate.