Manufacturing Cosmetics in the UK and US: A Guide for Established Beauty Brands.
For established beauty brands, growth relies on more than a strong product portfolio. Consistency, scalability, and global reach are essential to meeting demand and staying competitive. Whether you want to expand your range, improve efficiency, or transition from your current supplier, choosing the right manufacturing partner is a strategic decision.
At Orean, we operate manufacturing facilities in both the UK and the US, enabling us to support brands locally while also delivering at scale for international markets.
Our Lab: Where Innovation Begins.
Why Brands Switch Manufacturers
- To achieve greater product consistency and quality
- To secure shorter lead times and reduced costs through dual manufacturing sites
- To access cost engineering expertise
- To benchmark performance against an incumbent supplier
How Our Process Works
- Fast Turnaround – Samples produced in 2–3 weeks.
- Packaging Flexibility – Continue with your current packaging or use our wide supplier portfolio.
- Scale-Up Capabilities – From lab batches to global-scale production.
- Delivery Options – UK, US, and international shipping supported.
Levels of Technology Transfer
We can work with varying levels of detail depending on what your current supplier provides:
- Full Quantitative & Qualitative (QQ) Breakdown → Enables near-identical replication with minimal testing.
- Banded QQ or Percentage INCI Breakdown → Requires further testing but closely matches the original.
- INCI Alone → A reformulation or texture match is recommended.
Our UK and US teams collaborate to ensure accuracy, speed, and compliance no matter the starting point.
Can my products be manufactured in both the UK and US?
Yes — our dual facilities mean we can produce regionally, reducing lead times, shipping costs & freight delays, while supporting global growth.
Can my existing formulations be replicated exactly?
Yes, if you provide a full qq breakdown. Partial data may require additional testing or reformulation.
What if my current supplier won’t release data?
We can work from INCI lists, texture matches, or reformulations.
Do I still own my formulations?
Yes — your intellectual property always remains yours.
Can Orean manage packaging?
Yes — we can assess your current packaging or source alternatives.
What regulatory support do you offer?
We manage compliance for both UK/EU (UKCR, CPSRs, labelling) and US (FDA requirements)..
Scalable & Sustainable Solutions
For established beauty brands, the right partner should offer more than production capacity. You need a team that can replicate your existing products with precision, scale your portfolio across markets, and support long-term brand growth.
With facilities in both the UK and US, Orean provides a unique advantage: local support with global reach.
For established brands ready to scale or transition, choosing a partner with facilities in both the UK and US ensures flexibility, compliance, and consistency. With expertise in manufacturing cosmetics UK and US, and a proven technology transfer process, Orean helps brands grow with confidence.
Looking to switch to a new manufacturer or expand internationally? Let’s chat to see how we can support your next stage of growth.
