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ODM Custom Formulation

Custom Herbal Skincare Formulation — Your Vision, Our Chemistry

From a concept on paper to a finished, market-ready formula — our R&D chemists develop proprietary herbal skincare formulas exclusively for your brand, with full IP ownership.

Custom formulation is for brands that want something unique: a signature texture, a specific botanical active, a differentiated claim. Oulan Group develops, tests and documents your formula end-to-end — and you own it completely.

Why Choose Oulan ODM

Custom development with a dedicated chemist

Dedicated R&D Chemist

One chemist owns your project from first concept to final stability testing.

Full IP Ownership

The formula, process and know-how belong to you exclusively — protected by NDA.

Herbal Actives Expertise

Centella, green tea, shea, botanical oils — deep experience with natural actives.

Stability & Safety Testing

Challenge, stability and safety testing as part of every development project.

Market-Ready Compliance

Formulations documented for US MoCRA, EU CPNP and LATAM regulations.

12–16 Week Development

From brief to production-ready formula in a clearly staged timeline.

What We Develop

Formulation categories we specialize in

FACIAL CARE

Serums · Creams · Lotions

Anti-aging, brightening and barrier-repair actives.

CLEANSERS

Foams · Gels · Oils

Balanced pH, gentle botanical cleansing systems.

MASKS

Sheet · Clay · Leave-on

High-impact texture and active delivery formats.

BODY CARE

Butters · Lotions · Scrubs

Rich botanical body care formulations.

SUN CARE

SPF · After-Sun

Compliant UV protection with soothing botanicals.

CLEAN & VEGAN

Vegan · Cruelty-Free · Natural

Clean-beauty compliant ingredient systems.

Development Process

From brief to formula in 5 stages

  • 1. Discovery BriefWe map your concept, target market, claims and budget into a development brief.Week 1
  • 2. Formula ConceptsOur chemist presents 2–3 formula directions with active systems and textures.Week 2–4
  • 3. Lab SamplesRefined samples shipped for your evaluation — texture, scent and performance.Week 4–8
  • 4. Testing & RefinementStability, challenge and safety testing; final adjustments to your formula.Week 8–12
  • 5. Scale-Up & HandoverPilot production, COA and full documentation — formula ready for your brand.Week 12–16
Why Brands Choose Oulan

The custom formulation difference

Your formula, your IP — always

We never resell or reuse a formula developed for you. It is yours, exclusively.

Chemist-level communication

Talk directly with the chemist working on your formula, not a sales layer.

Claims you can back

Every claim supported by testing data and documentation you can use in your markets.

From formula to factory

Developed at Oulan? Manufactured at Oulan — one team, zero transfer risk.

FAQ

Custom formulation questions, answered

How long does custom formulation take?

Typical development takes 12–16 weeks from brief to production-ready formula, including stability and safety testing.

Who owns the formula?

You do — 100%. The formula, process and technical dossier belong to your brand exclusively.

What is the minimum order after development?

Once your formula is ready, production MOQs start at 1,000 units per SKU.

Can you work with my ingredient list?

Yes. Share your ingredient preferences or existing specifications and our chemists will build around them.

Do you sign an NDA?

Yes, before any discussion of your concept. Your idea stays confidential from day one.

What compliance documentation do I get?

Full documentation for your target markets — US MoCRA, EU CPNP, and LATAM requirements.

Have a formula concept in mind?

Tell us about your idea — get a development plan and estimate within 48 hours.

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