IRSI- The Leader in Biophysical Instrumental Analyses

IRSI is a leader in biophysical instrumental analyses and visual and tactile dermatological assessment, offering quality performance in safety and in-use trials. The reliable results from each of these types of trials performed at IRSI can be used to make strategic marketing determinations and to substantiate marketing claims for a vast array of pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter treatments, cosmetics, "cosmeceutical" products and other product types which may come into contact with human skin.

We have extensive experience in testing all types of products and their associated application systems, including:

• Cosmetics, including mascaras and eye color products, lip plumpers and balms
• Cleansers, bath treatments and shampoos
• Moisturizers
• Anti-aging treatments including chemical peels
• Skin brightening treatments
• Anti-acne products
• Wound-healing products
• Topical psoriasis and eczema treatments

We also have extensive experience with the following instrumental skin analyses:

• Cosmetrics™ (presence and concentration of melanin, collagen and hemoglobin)
• Nova Meter (moisturization)
• Skicon (moisturization)
• Corneometer (deep moisturization)
• Dermalab (trans-epidermal water Loss / barrier and elasticity)
• D-Squame (exfoliation and moisturization)
• Sebumeter (oil content)
• Chroma Meter (skin color)
• Replica (skin topography / lines and wrinkles)
• thermography (skin surface temperature changes)

Key Facility and Staff Features

We offer the following key facility and staff features:

• Batch enrollment of subjects
• Adequate facility space and ability to procure extra space if required
• Locked and limited access to drug storage areas to ensure security of test products and controls
• Laboratory for phlebotomy and urine collection, sample preparation and storage
• Ability to perform ECGs, physical examinations and other non-invasive medical procedures
• Qualified medical professionals and trial staff

Contact Us

Our professionalism is evident to sponsors and patients alike when they experience our superb customer service and our energized yet cordial atmosphere at both research sites. To arrange for a visit or to find out more about our capabilities, call 914-937-9483 or 800-548-0158 or email info@irsi.org.