Notes from the studio.
Trends, regulatory updates and formulation field guides from our chemists and regulatory team — written for brand operators, not search engines.
Skincare Trends 2026
An honest 2026 skincare trends report from a US contract manufacturer — ferment actives, longevity claims, refill systems, and the rise of in-store ritual.
MoCRA & FDA Labeling Rules in 2026
MoCRA is now fully enforced. A 2026 compliance brief for cosmetics brands — facility registration, product listing, adverse-event reporting, and label updates.
Retinol Formulation & Stability
A field guide to retinol formulation from a US cosmetics manufacturer — vehicle choice, pH, packaging, dosing and the stability mistakes we see most often.
Peptide Actives in 2026
A practical buyer's guide to peptides for skincare brands — signal vs carrier vs neurotransmitter peptides, dosing, claim substantiation, and cost.
Working with SkinCore Labs.
- How does SkinCore Labs approach new partnerships?
- Every partnership starts with a discovery call to understand brand vision, target market and product goals. From there our team scopes formulation, packaging, MOQs and timeline before any contracts are drafted.
- Does SkinCore Labs work with emerging indie beauty brands?
- Yes. We support both indie founders and established prestige brands. Private-label stock formulas allow indie brands to launch quickly with low MOQs, with a clear path to custom formulation as the brand scales.
- What categories does SkinCore Labs formulate for?
- Skincare (creams, lotions, serums, masks, cleansers), haircare, body care and color-adjacent prestige cosmetics. We specialize in organic-forward, ferment-led and clinical actives.