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personal care bottles manufactured in the UK on production line
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Is Made in Britain Worth It? The Real Value of UK Beauty Manufacturing

Something has shifted in the way people buy beauty. Shoppers, for a long time, have turned over bottles to read the ingredients,…

The True Cost of “Made In China” Is Sitting On Your Balance Sheet
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The True Cost of “Made In China” Is Sitting On Your Balance Sheet

A straight-talking look at what it really costs to manufacture in China once you’re ordering at scale. We break down the freight,…

Boring is a growth strategy.
5 min read

Boring is a growth strategy.

Why manufacturing reliability is the most undervalued line on the P&L. Most growth stories are about energy. New products, new channels, faster…

the vital role of preservatives in formulations. image of a cream and oil in pipette
3 min read

The Crucial Role of Preservatives in Personal Care Formulations: A Closer Look

Preservatives have had some pretty bad press in recent years and many people hold the opinion that preservatives are ‘bad’ or ‘harmful’…

What is IFRA51? We answer all the questions you have about IFRA’s 51st amendment.
4 min read

What is IFRA51? We answer all the questions you have about IFRA’s 51st amendment.

IFRA is The International Fragrance Association and is the governing body that regulates fragrances all over the world, it maintains the standards…

Chemist in a laboratory checking formulation of product
4 min read

Navigating Regulation Changes: A Guide for Brand Owners

In the dynamic world of cosmetics and personal care products, staying ahead means more than just keeping up with the latest trends…

The 8 biggest mistakes we see customers make when starting a skincare brand – Part 2
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The 8 biggest mistakes we see customers make when starting a skincare brand – Part 2

Welcome back to part 2 of the biggest mistakes we see customers make when starting a skincare brand! If you’re new here,…

The 8 biggest mistakes we see customers make when starting a skincare brand – Part 1
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The 8 biggest mistakes we see customers make when starting a skincare brand – Part 1

We speak with customers and potential customers every day and have worked with hundreds of ambitious influencers, start-ups, entrepreneurs, retailers and established…

White Label vs Private Label Cosmetics – Differences Explained
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White Label vs Private Label Cosmetics – Differences Explained

If you’re looking to create your own range of personal care or pet care products, you’ll need to find a private label…

dog being bathed
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CLP Regulation in the UK Pet Industry – Explained

With Trading Standards becoming increasingly concerned with products that don’t follow CLP Regulations, we’ve created a short guide to help you understand…