So, your new to the scene and formulating seems confusing, maybe even scary! You have made a few things off pinterest or youtube and want to start making an income off your own brand of cosmetics. DIY cosmetics that are used up in a day or two ( even then a lot of pinterest and youtubers "recipes" are not safe ) and cosmetics that are being sold to the public are completely different things. Customers are trusting us brand owners with their hair and skin, its a responsibility NOT to be taken lightly! I would like to feel safe when purchasing a product, wouldn't you?
Most people cannot afford to invest time and money into their education right away. Maybe you aren't interested in learning to formulate but you want to start your own cosmetic brand. Maybe you want to start your brand with a few products, just to start making an income while you take the time to learn to be a formulator and formulate your own safely. If this is the case, having an experienced formulator or chemist develop a product , or purchasing a pre developed formula would be a fast, affordable and reliable way to start your business.
After going through a detailed consultation you and your chosen formulator ( or chemist ) have found the perfect formula.
When receiving your formula it is critical that the original formulator provide either the exact supplier or manufacturer of ALL ingredients listed in the formula. YOU MUST USE THE EXACT SAME MATERIALS AS THE ORIGINAL FORMULATOR FOR THE PRODUCT TO CONTINUE TO BE CONSISTENT.
A properly written cosmetic formula should reap the exact same results every single time its made ( as long as materials are sourced as referenced and steps are followed as instructed ). If you are starting small scale and producing the products at home, you must follow each step and mix exactly as indicated and taught to you by the original formulator. If you are starting larger scale your formulator (chemist) should be able to help you bridge the way.
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