Early microbial response measurements can predict biodegradability, enabling faster, data-driven optimisation of personal care formulations
Learning Points:
- Early-stage microbial activity can be used as a predictive indicator of longer-term biodegradation performance.
- High-throughput screening enables rapid comparison of ingredient and formulation biodegradability.
- Screening methodologies can reduce testing timelines from weeks to hours or days.
- Correlation with standard methods supports the use of rapid screening as a formulation development tool.
- Integration of screening into R&D workflows enables faster, data-driven optimisation of sustainable formulations.
