As a 20-year veteran in hair care production with a 25,000㎡ facility, Ecolchi Factory (under Chinchy Cosmetic) implements a multi-layered quality control (QC) system to guarantee the safety, efficacy, and consistency of its products—including the renowned Ecolchi Hair Mask, collagen-infused treatments, and private-label formulations. Below is a detailed breakdown of its QC workflow:
1. Raw Material Inspection
Goal: Eliminate substandard ingredients before production begins.
- Supplier Vetting: Partners with EU/Korean-certified suppliersfor key ingredients (e.g., hydrolyzed collagen, argan oil).
- Lab Testing: Incoming raw materials undergo:
- Purity checks(HPLC/Gas Chromatography for active compounds).
- Microbial screening(to detect bacteria/mold).
- Heavy metal testing(ensuring compliance with FDA/ECOSERB standards).
- Documentation: Batch-specific COAs (Certificates of Analysis) are archived for traceability.
Example: Only collagen with ≥90% bioavailability is approved for Ecolchi Collagen Hair Mask.
2. In-Process Quality Control
Goal: Monitor critical production stages to prevent deviations.
- Real-Time Audits:
- pH/ viscosity checksduring emulsification (for optimal product stability).
- Temperature control(to preserve heat-sensitive actives like keratin).
- Sensory Testing:
- Color/fragrance consistency(matched to brand specifications).
- Texture evaluation(e.g., mask must have a “creamy, non-sticky” feel).
- Equipment Calibration: Daily validation of mixing tanks, filling machines, etc
For Private-Label Clients: QC logs are shared for transparency (e.g., Karseell’s sulfate-free shampoo line).
3. Finished Product Testing
Goal: Verify safety and performance before shipment.
- Stability Testing:
- Accelerated aging(3 months at 40°C/75% humidity to simulate 2-year shelf life).
- Freeze-thaw cycles(for products shipped to cold climates).
- Performance Validation:
- Hair tensile strength tests(proving repair claims for Ecolchi Hair Mask).
- Moisture retention trials(via corneometer measurements).
- Packaging Integrity: Leak-proof and UV-resistant bottle checks.
Certifications: Final batches are approved only after passing ISO 22716/GMPC audits.
4. Post-Production & Customer Feedback Loop
Goal: Continuously improve based on market data.
- Batch Tracking: QR codes enable end-to-end traceabilityfor recalls (if needed).
- Customer Complaints Analysis: Dedicated team investigates ≤24-hour response time.
- R&D Iteration: Feedback fuels upgrades (e.g., Delofil’s vegan formula 2.0).
Why Ecolchi’s QC Stands Out?
- Precision: Combines human expertise + AI-driven analyticsfor defect detection.
- Transparency: Clients access real-time QC reportsvia a portal.
- Adaptability: Custom protocols for niche markets(e.g., halal-certified hair oils).
For Brands: Ecolchi’s QC ensures your private-label products meet global regulatory and consumer expectations.