Household
Efficacy and Performance of Household Products
Fabrics and garment care
Textile-fiber alignment by scanning electron microscopy — SEM Whitening effect on fabrics Stain assessment on fabrics Color fastness Static charge neutralization Macrosensory effects — softness
Cleaning and stain removal
Performance of manual-wash detergents Performance of degreasing products Performance of mold removers Cleaning power of laundry and stain-removal products Cleaning power of multipurpose products Glass-cleaner efficacy Improved shine and reduced dust adhesion on surfaces
Fabric softeners and conditioning
Conditioning from softeners through mechanical properties Softener substantivity by fluorescence microscopy Instrumental and sensory assessment of softness
Sponges and polymeric materials
Polymer sponge durability Adhesive strength of polymer sponges
Personal hygiene
Toothbrush bristle assessment
Stiffness / Softness — ISO 22254:2005(E). Toothbrush bristle study using optical microscopy. Toothbrush bristle study using the Silverstone and Featherstone scale.
Mechanical properties of dental floss
Assessment of the mechanical strength of dental floss. Percentage deformation at maximum force.
Nail studies
Assessments on Vitro Nails synthetic nails. Nail gloss effect. Color loss in nail polishes. Drying time. Adhesion to nails. Nail strengthening.
Natural latex compatibility
Compatibility criterion: difference in percentage deformation below 10%. Compatibility criterion: difference in force at break below 25%. Baseline measurement. Condoms exposed to heat without lubricant. Mineral oil.
Intimate absorbent products
Absorption capacity. Flexibility. Absorption rate.
