Business & Operations4 min read
Importing Raw Materials for Your Cosmetic Line
What to check before your first shipment of imported cosmetic ingredients arrives, from supplier vetting to INCI verification.
June 27, 2026Read
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Suppliers & SDS4 min read
What Documents to Get From Your Contract Manufacturer
The paperwork a contract manufacturer should hand over, and how to file a CNF when you do not control raw ingredient buying.
May 31, 2026Read
Suppliers & SDS4 min read
No, a Certificate of Analysis Does Not Replace the SDS
A Certificate of Analysis confirms a batch met spec. An SDS covers hazard and handling. Why cosmetic makers still need both.
May 28, 2026Read
Suppliers & SDS4 min read
Checking the Revision Date on an SDS Before You File
An old SDS revision date can mean outdated composition data. Here's how old is too old and when to ask for a fresh copy.
May 17, 2026Read
Business & Operations4 min read
How Long to Keep Your Batch Records and CoAs
A practical retention schedule for batch records and CoAs, tied to shelf life plus a safety margin for recalls.
April 20, 2026Read
Suppliers & SDS4 min read
Your SDS Is Five Years Old: When to Request a New One
A safety data sheet older than the ingredient's last reformulation isn't documentation, it's a guess. Here's when to push your supplier for a current one.
April 3, 2026Read
Business & Operations4 min read
What to Do When a Customer Reports a Reaction
A step-by-step response plan for when a customer reports a skin reaction, covering documentation, follow-up questions, and reporting duties.
March 10, 2026Read
Suppliers & SDS4 min read
Managing Documents When One Ingredient Has Two Suppliers
How to reconcile conflicting SDSs when the same ingredient comes from more than one supplier, without losing traceability.
February 26, 2026Read
Selling Channels4 min read
Amazon Handmade vs Etsy: Cosmetic Compliance Compared
Amazon Handmade and Etsy gate beauty listings very differently, and each expects its own kind of documentation from makers.
February 4, 2026Read