Services

From first idea to first sale, and beyond

Creative Cosmetics is a UK-based, full-service manufacturing partner for colour cosmetics and hybrid products with skincare benefits. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining something existing, we’ll meet you where you are and guide you through every stage, from formulation and testing to filling and ongoing production.

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What We Do

Formulation & Product Development

We don’t just fill formulas, we help create them.

Our in-house chemists work with you to bring your vision to life, balancing creativity and compliance to produce products that perform beautifully and meet industry standards.

  • Custom formulations from scratch

  • Colour matching and benchmarking

  • Product testing (stability, shelf life, etc.)

  • Compliance guidance and documentation

  • Skincare-enhanced colour cosmetics

  • Sustainable and upcycled ingredient options (where possible

Filling & Manufacturing

We’re specialists in small and medium-batch production, ideal for startups, white-label launches, and seasonal ranges. Because we’re UK-based and under one roof, we can flex around your needs and help you move quickly and confidently.

  • Lipsticks, glosses, pencils, creams, powders, mascaras

  • Primers and colour/skincare hybrid products

  • Shorter lead times than overseas suppliers

  • Flexible lines that adapt to your componentry

  • In-house quality control and testing

  • Batch sizes typically from 1,000–10,000 units

Support & Scale-Up

We don’t disappear once the product is made. As your manufacturing partner, we help manage the in-between bits too, the operational details that keep everything running smoothly.

  • Packaging guidance and component sourcing

  • Label/legal artwork checks

  • Storage for components and packaging

  • Connections to trusted regulatory specialists

  • Ongoing production for repeat SKUs

  • Advice on product range planning

Who We Work With

We are a good fit for:

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Brands looking for support developing products, shorter lead times, or UK-based flexibility.

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Established businesses exploring small-batch manufacturing.

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Consultants or agencies producing for clients

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Influencers launching their own beauty lines.

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Startups or indie brands entering the market.

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Anyone told “no” by another manufacturer - we love a challenge.

 

Wondering if we’re right for you?
Let’s talk. Share your idea, your questions, or where you’re stuck, and we’ll see what’s possible.