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Custom Cosmetic Formulation: Turn Your Idea Into a Product

Ingrid

M.Sc. Biochemistry · Cosmetic Scientist · Founder, Formyoule™ Inc.

Custom Cosmetic Formulation: Turn Your Idea Into a Product

Custom cosmetic formulation is how you turn a specific idea into a product that is truly yours, instead of a generic base anyone else can buy.

In this short video, we develop and test a lightweight universal moisturizer with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, a real example of formulating to a client’s brief.

What custom cosmetic formulation involves

  • A clear brief: the feel, claims, ingredients and audience you want
  • R&D and prototyping led by an experienced chemist
  • Iterations until the texture and performance are right
  • Stability, compatibility and safety testing before production

It takes longer than a ready-made base (typically a few months), but you own a distinct, high-performance formula. We develop skincare, haircare and body care in our Toronto lab for brands across Canada and the US, with low MOQs so a custom product is within reach for newer brands too.

Have an idea? See custom formulation, try Find Your Path, or request a quote.

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