Canadian Cosmetic Cluster Team
Uniting Canadian Cosmetics and Bringing it to the World
Hosted by Stratum Analytical
What’s really happening inside your cosmetic formula once it leaves the lab? How do you know it will remain safe, protected from contamination, and ready for the marketplace? Stratum Analytical invites cosmetic brands, formulators, manufacturers, and product developers to join an educational webinar exploring the science behind cosmetic microbiology and quality testing. In today’s beauty industry, formulations are becoming more sophisticated, ingredients more innovative, and regulatory expectations more rigorous. Behind every successful cosmetic product is a foundation of robust laboratory testing that helps ensure formulas remain safe for consumers and meet quality expectations throughout their lifecycle.
From validating preservative systems to detecting microbial contamination risks, analytical testing plays a critical role in transforming a promising formula into a market-ready product that retailers, regulators, and consumers can trust. Strong testing programs not only protect product safety but also strengthen quality systems and support regulatory compliance. Beyond safety testing, laboratory analysis can also provide valuable competitive insight. Ever wondered what’s really behind that bestseller sitting next to your product on the shelf? Through comparative product studies, laboratories like Stratum Analytical can help brands better understand how different formulations perform and how they compare within the marketplace. Whether refining your own formula, evaluating product performance, or gaining insight into competing products, analytical testing can reveal important details that support smarter product development. For brands looking to stay ahead of the curve, this type of analysis can support the development of next-generation products and improved formulations. With the right analytical tools, companies can better understand product performance and microbial safety—allowing them to innovate confidently and sharpen their competitive edge in a crowded beauty marketplace. During this webinar, the scientific team at Stratum Analytical will take participants behind the scenes of cosmetic microbiology and quality testing. They will introduce the analytical methods commonly used across the industry to evaluate product safety, support regulatory compliance, and strengthen quality assurance programs. Participants will gain practical insight into how laboratory testing supports cosmetic product development and helps manufacturers maintain reliable quality standards. About Stratum Analytical
Stratum Analytical is a Canadian laboratory specializing in microbiological, molecular, and chemical testing services that support product safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance for the cosmetic and personal care industry.
The laboratory partners with cosmetic compounders, manufacturers, and beauty brands to provide reliable, science-based analytical testing that helps ensure product quality and regulatory readiness. Equipped with advanced instrumentation and operated by experienced microbiologists, chemists, and protein therapeutics experts, Stratum Analytical understands the unique challenges associated with cosmetic formulations, including water-based systems, emulsions, botanical ingredients, and preservative systems. Stratum Analytical supports companies at multiple stages of product development—from validating preservative systems and investigating contamination events to conducting comparative product testing. Through rigorous laboratory analysis, the team helps cosmetic companies build confidence with regulators, retailers, and consumers. What You Will Learn
During this webinar, Stratum Analytical will introduce several core laboratory testing services that play an essential role in cosmetic microbiological safety and quality assurance.
Speaker Dr. Marisa Isaacs, PhD
Director of Operations, Stratum Analytical
Dr. Marisa Isaacs is the Director of Operations at Stratum Analytical, where she oversees laboratory operations and regulatory strategy for high-volume analytical testing services supporting cosmetic manufacturers and compounding pharmacies. With more than 12 years of scientific experience spanning microbiology, molecular biology, and chemistry, Dr. Isaacs has extensive expertise in implementing advanced analytical testing programs that support product safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining Stratum Analytical, she spent seven years as a research scientist at McMaster University and has since worked extensively in the pharmaceutical and analytical testing industries. In her current role, she focuses on operational excellence, laboratory automation, and continuous process improvement to ensure reliable testing performance and strong quality systems. 
Who Should Attend
This webinar is designed for professionals working across the cosmetic and personal care industry, including:
• Cosmetic brand founders and entrepreneurs • Product development teams and cosmetic chemists • Contract manufacturers and compounders • Regulatory affairs and compliance professionals • Quality assurance and quality control specialists Whether launching a new product or expanding an existing portfolio, understanding the role of laboratory testing is essential for ensuring cosmetic products remain safe, high-quality, and compliant in the marketplace. 
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