MOVING FROM HOME (OR ANOTHER LAB) TO OURS
We’re so proud of you: It’s time to level up! You’ve done so much and come so far already. Look at you.
Moving from making your products at home to the lab can be an arduous and seemingly insurmountable task. But trust us, we have tons of experience working with beauty founders to move their coveted recipes from small batch in-house production to fully replicable, lab production.
A few things you’ll need here
If your formulation is ready, replicable, stable and adequately preserved (learn more), you’re in business! For a quote, please fill out our contract manufacturing form.
1.STANDARDIZED FORMULATION
A standardized formulation (learn more), with ingredients tradenames/INCI and percentages by weight of each ingredient, including mixing instructions. If you do not have this, please work on creating it, book a chemist consult for more assistance, or book lab time to get bench time assistance.
2. TESTING DOCUMENTATION
At a minimum stability testing, but for products with an aqueous (water) phase, we will need PET testing results as well. Specialty testing (like RIPT or ocular) may be required for brands in CAN/EU or for products for specific uses (babies, sensitive areas, around the eyes). If you do not have these testing completed, we can assist! Learn more about tests and costs here.
TIMELINE: MOVING FROM HOME (OR ANOTHER LAB) TO OUR LAB
In short: Average total time is 3-6 weeks for the tech transfer, more like 12 if testing is needed
Step 1: Request a Quote or Audit
[1 week+]
Email us at customerservice@geniesupply.com
We need formulation, testing documents, or a request with lab work
Request an NDA first if needed
We’ll get back to you wit questions/ next steps within 2-4 business days
Step 2: Book Services / Chemist Consult
[Optional: 10-16 weeks]
If you need lab work to stabilize, preserve, test, or otherwise document your formulation, lab time is in the books for you! ($)
Testing prices and timelines can be found on the testing info page
Once completed, you’re ready for manufacturing!
Step 3: Place Custom Manufacturing Order
[1 week+]
1.Place a contract manufacturing order with us (typical MOQ 2500 pcs)
2.Can take longer depending on...
Complexity of project
Packaging
Printing and shipping timelines
Step 4: Testing
[3 week+]
1. In-house testing (guarantees products are free of contamination):
USP 61 & 62 testing
Other testing (CBD, etc.)
Quickness depends on tests and adjustments
Step 5: Filling + Assembly
[4 - 12 weeks]
Projects booked onto assembly line ASAP
Process depends on current queue and other factors, including seasonality, order size and complexity
Contract manufacturing orders’ timelines are most heavily impacted by availability of the ingredients used in them!
Step 6: Payment + Shipping
[1 - 2 weeks]
1.Invoice issued for final payment (A/R) and/or shipping
2.Once paid, order is shipped the next day!
up to 1 week for domestic orders (USA)
up to 2 weeks for international orders (outside US)
The True Cost Of Moving From Home To The Lab
The total cost of moving from home batching to the lab can deter a lot of founders from making the move, but trust us, it’s one that you must make (hopefully sooner rather than later) if you want to be a truly successful brand! Every minute you spend batching/filling at home is taking away precious resources from the growth and development of your brand. Additionally, you could be unknowingly putting your customers (and therefore your business/finances) at risk by selling products that are not shelf stable or worse - inadequately preserved.
Lab time is billed by the hour and testing rates are flat (per time, per product). For a total quote and game plan, get in touch. Email us at customservice@geniesupply.com or give us a call at 812-329-1105 to receive fast and accurate informatino. For more in-depth questions or to nail down the logistics of a statement of work to begin your order, please schedule a sales consult.
