Bespoke Formulations For Cosmetic Brands
We work with start-ups, indie brands and first-time founders who want something that's genuinely their own — a product developed from scratch around their idea, rather than chosen from a catalogue.
It's a different route from white-labelling. Instead of putting your name on an existing formula, we develop a bespoke formula with you and manufacture it under GMP — taking your idea from concept through to a finished, manufactured product. It's a closer way of working, and it's where we do our best work.
Bespoke Cosmetic Formulations
From concept to creation.
We specialise in the development and manufacture of a diverse range of cosmetic, personal care and fragrance products.
Whether you're developing a new product, expanding an existing range or looking for a manufacturing partner, our flexible approach allows us to support a wide variety of formulations, product formats and production requirements.
Explore some of the product categories we can support below.
Haircare
Shampoos
Conditioners
Hair Tonics & Scalp Treatments
Hair Oils & Mists
Hair Masks & Treatments
Leave-in Conditioners
Hair Serums
Skincare
Facial Cleansers
Moisturisers & Creams
Facial Serums
Facial Oils
Balms
Masks & Treatments
Bath & Body
Hand Washes
Hand Creams & Lotions
Body Washes
Body Lotions & Creams
Body Oils
Body Butters & Balms
Body Scrubs
Fragrance & Perfumery
Eau de Parfum
Eau de Toilette
Body Mists
Perfume Oils
Solid Perfumes
Bespoke Fragrance Development
Lipcare
Lip Balms
Lip Oils
Lip Butters
Lip Treatments
Lip Scrubs
Don't see your product listed?
Our capabilities aren't limited to the examples above. We regularly work with brands on bespoke projects and specialist product requirements.
Get in touch to discuss your idea and discover how we can help bring it to life.
Our bespoke formulation process
How does our cosmetic formulation development process work?
We develop bespoke cosmetic formulations through a structured technical process, taking your product from initial brief to a tested, safety-assessed formula ready for manufacture.
1. Technical Brief
We define your product requirements, performance goals, ingredient preferences and commercial considerations.
2. Ingredient & Formulation Proposal
Our technical team researches suitable ingredients, considers sourcing and costs, and creates a development proposal for approval.
3. Formula Development
We create your bespoke formulation and manufacture a laboratory prototype for evaluation.
4. Sample Review & Refinement
You review the prototype and provide feedback. Agreed refinements are then made to the formula.
5. Stability & Packaging Compatibility Testing
The final formula is tested to understand its stability, performance over time and compatibility with your chosen packaging.
6. Cosmetic Safety Assessment
Once development and testing are complete, the formulation undergoes an independent Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) assessment.
The result: a bespoke formulation that has been developed, stability tested, packaging compatibility confirmed and independently safety assessed, ready to move into manufacturing.
Formulation Development FAQ’s
How long does cosmetic product development take?
A typical end-to-end cosmetic formulation project takes around 3–6 months, depending on the complexity of the formulation, testing requirements, packaging, client feedback and project schedule.
Do I get to test the cosmetic formulation before it is finalised?
Yes. We manufacture a small laboratory prototype for you to review and provide feedback on before the formulation finalisation.
Are formulation amendments included?
Small refinements and one round of amendments are included within the agreed formulation scope. Significant changes to the original brief may require additional development work and cost.
Are cosmetic ingredient costs included in the formulation fee?
No. Ingredient costs are separate from the formulation fee. Estimated ingredient costs are provided during the proposal stage.
Do you arrange the Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)?
Yes. We provide Cosmetic Product Safety Reports (CPSRs) in-house as part of our technical and regulatory support. We can take your product through the safety assessment stage and prepare the complete CPSR required before placing a cosmetic product on the UK market. We also offer support for brands launching outside the UK, contact us to find out more.