Certifications
Reformulating When Regulations Change
Regulatory change is the one cause of reformulation a brand cannot negotiate with. What actually has to happen…
Insights & Guides
Everything we have learned from 15 years of manufacturing for global beauty brands — shared openly.
OEM Guide
Packaging Artwork and Dielines: Getting Files Right the First Time
Most launch delays blamed on manufacturing are actually artwork delays. Files come back three times because bl…
Certifications
Filling Tolerance and Net Content Compliance
A product can be correctly labelled and still fail a net content check. The rule applies to the average of a b…
Ingredient Science
Probiotic and Fermented Skincare: Manufacturing Realities
Almost nothing on the probiotic shelf contains live bacteria. Understanding what the ingredients actually are …
Certifications
Fragrance in Body Care: IFRA Limits for Private Label
Fragrance is the fastest way to differentiate a body care line and the most common cause of compliance problem…
Certifications
Skin Brightening Products: Claims You Can and Cannot Make
Brightening sells in every market and gets products pulled in many of them. The line between an allowed cosmet…
Certifications
What Is a Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)?
You cannot legally sell a cosmetic in the EU without a CPSR. Here is what the document actually is, and how to…
Certifications
What ISO 22716 Certification Actually Means for Your Brand
Every cosmetics manufacturer quotes ISO 22716. Fewer can explain what the certificate actually covers — which …
Industry News
FDA Registered Facility vs ISO 22716 for Skincare Export
When sourcing skincare, cosmetic capsules, or hair care products from China, brand owners often encounter two …