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We use an independent laboratory to verify that our product attributes are comparable to the national brand key attributes.
The "Five Point" comparable testing process focuses on 5 key areas. The FDA and USP consider these 5 areas critical when comparing one product to another. We work closely with these government agencies to ensure that all quality & performance standards are meet or exceeded during testing.
Below is a overview of the testing:
Analytical Testing, to ensure the product purity and efficacy. Examples: Active ingredient(s). Result: Proves the Active Ingredient(s) compare to the national brand.
Physical Testing, to ensure the product meets national brand consumer expectations for functionality and dispensing.
Examples: Product function, consistency, form and color.
Result: Proves it physically compares to the national brand.
Sensory Testing, to ensure the product meets national brand consumer expectations for a sensorial experience
Examples: Odor, absorption, skin feel after use, ease of opening.
Result: Proves the sensorial experience compares to the national brand.
Microbiological Testing, to detect unsafe levels of bacteria in the product that grow in the presence of oxygen.
Examples: Bacteria, yeast and mold. Result: Proves that the product is safe of use.
Labeling, to ensure the labeling is communicating correctly on how to safety and effectively use the product.
Examples: Claims, directions, warnings cautions, etc. Result: Provides clear product communication.
FINAL RESULTS:
Each of the 5 areas are issued a "Similarity Rating" at the end of the tests.
9.0-10.0: Product is comparable to the national brand and meets/exceeds quality standards.
7.5-8.5: Product is marginally comparable to the national brand and doesn't meet standard.
All Sheffield products sold at
The Compare To Store.com
have a 9 or higher rating.
