Boutique Personal Care Lab & Contract Manufacturing

We know beauty
on every level.

Three distinct partnership pathways designed to meet you exactly where you are — from ready-made formulas to fully proprietary, from-scratch development with a team that's built brands from nothing.

Partnership Levels

Find your level

Each pathway is designed for a different stage of the journey. Select a level below to see what's included and how to get started.

Level I
Open Access
No intake required
Level II
Gated Access
$2,800 access fee
Level III
Custom
From $8,500 per SKU
By Application

Level I — Open Access

Products, Packaging & Formulas

Browse and purchase ready-made formulas, packaging components, and finished products directly from our website. No intake process, no waiting — ideal for founders who know what they need and want to move fast.

What's included

Ready-made formula catalog
Packaging components
Finished products
No minimum intake process
Direct website purchase
Fast turnaround
Best for: Founders who already know their direction and want to move quickly without a full development process.
Shop Open Access →

Level II — Gated Access · $2,800

Curated Private Label

Access our hand-selected catalog of performance-tested, ready-to-brand formulas. Not publicly listed. A $2,800 access fee unlocks your private label partnership, a dedicated Account Executive, and formula matching based on your brand model and target audience.

What's included

Private formula catalog access
Dedicated Account Executive
Formula matching by brand model
Premium innovative formulas that can be semi-customized
Private label branding
Target audience alignment
Best for: Founders ready to brand a proven formula and launch faster without full custom development. The $2,800 fee is a one-time access and onboarding investment.
Reach Out →

Level III — Custom Formulation · By Application

Fully Proprietary Development

From-scratch formulas built for your specific market, claims, and brand identity. You own the intellectual property of your final formula upon full payment. Reserved for founders and established brands ready to set the standard in their category.

What's included

Paid consultation ($550)
Dedicated project manager
Full formulation development
Stability and safety testing
Regulatory documentation
IP ownership on final formula
2 complimentary revisions
Scale-up and manufacturing
Pricing: Starts at $8,500 per formula, per SKU. To work exclusively with our founder Star, the fee is $10,500 per SKU — Star accepts a maximum of 3 clients per month at this level.

Note: Not all projects are accepted. If your project is better suited for another chemist, you will be notified before payment.

Process Maps

How it works

Select a process below to walk through every stage from consultation to delivery. Salmon steps require your input — blush steps are handled by our team.

Needs your input
We handle it
1
Paid consultation$550
Discovery session covering product vision, target market, regulatory considerations, and feasibility.
2
Onboarding paperworkClient action
Sign welcome packet, service agreement, and ACH authorization. Client portal access granted.
Complete → Step 3
3
Product brief and concept1 to 2 weeks
Define product type, target customer, claims, positioning, and packaging requirements.
Approved → Step 4
4
Feasibility review1 to 2 weeks
Target market and regulations, ingredient restrictions, proposed claims, product classification.
Approved → Step 5Revisions → Step 3
5
Ingredient sourcing2 to 4 weeks
Identify suitable suppliers, review specs and certifications, secure samples and documentation.
6
Formulation development2 to 8 weeks
Develop prototypes, refine formula, texture, stability, and performance.
Complete → Testing phase
Testing phase
7
Stability testing4 to 12 weeks
Physical and chemical stability, viscosity, pH, appearance, separation, and odour.
Pass → Step 8Fail → reformulate
8
Preservation efficacy testing4 to 6 weeks
Microbiological challenge test, verify preservation system integrity.
Pass → Step 9Fail → reformulate
9
Packaging compatibility testing4 to 12 weeks
Compatibility with formula, leachables, corrosion, and seal integrity.
Pass → Step 10Fail → new component
10
Claims substantiation testing4 to 12 weeks
Instrumental and clinical studies, efficacy and consumer perception validation.
Pass → Step 11Fail → revise claims
11
Safety assessment and regulatory docs2 to 4 weeks
CPSR, safety assessment, PIF preparation, label review, claims review, substantiation dossier.
Complete → Step 12Fail → revise
Manufacturing phase
12
Sample review and approval1 to 2 weeks
Client evaluates physical samples for scent, texture, performance, and overall finish.
Approved → Step 13Revisions → Step 6
13
Contract manufacturingClient action
Sign manufacturing agreement, confirm quantities and timeline, submit production deposit via ACH or wire.
Confirmed → Step 14
14
Scale-up, manufacturing and filling4 to 12 weeks
Scale-up trials, full batch manufacturing, filling, QC testing, and batch release.
QC pass → Step 15QC fail → re-batch
15
Fulfillment and delivery1 to 2 weeks
Pack, label, and ship per agreed terms. Formulation on file for faster future reorders.
Before you begin: custom packaging requirements

Custom packaging requires a minimum of 5,000 to 10,000 units per SKU — no exceptions. Costs start at $9,000+.

Not ready for custom? Stock packaging is available with no MOQ and no minimums.

Needs your input
We handle it
1
Paid consultation$550
Discovery session covering packaging vision, brand direction, budget, and timeline feasibility.
2
Onboarding paperworkClient action
Sign welcome packet, service agreement, and ACH authorization. Client portal access granted.
Complete → Step 3
3
Creative alignment call1 hour
Align on aesthetic direction, materials, finishes, color palette, and brand identity for packaging.
Aligned → Step 4
4
Project briefDeliverable
Formal document outlining specs, materials, quantities, timeline, and scope. Client reviews and signs off.
DeliverableApproved → Step 5Revisions → Step 3
5
Supplier sourcing2 to 4 weeks
Identify and vet suppliers, request quotes and samples, evaluate lead times and MOQ alignment.
6
Prototypes from 3 suppliers4 to 6 weeks
Physical prototypes from three vetted suppliers. Client reviews and selects preferred direction.
Selected → Step 7Revisions → resample
7
Full production30 to 90 days
Production deposit submitted via ACH or wire. Supplier begins manufacturing at confirmed quantities.
Confirmed → Step 8
8
Shipping and logistics60 to 90 days
Components shipped from supplier, customs cleared, received and inspected at SE Labs facility.
QC passed → Step 9QC fail → supplier dispute
9
Filling and delivery4 to 12 weeks
Product filled into approved components, labeled, assembled, and shipped to client per agreed terms.

Sister Company

ID8 Creative Group

For marketing, brand strategy, and creative design — those services are handled by ID8 Creative Group, a boutique agency founded by Star and creative director Maiya Nicole. Ask your project manager to make the introduction.

ID8 Creative Group — Department 01

Strategy

Go-to-market planning and sales channel development. E-commerce, PR, and in-person retail strategy.

  • E-commerce strategy and channel setup
  • PR planning and media outreach
  • In-person and retail sales strategy
  • Sales funnel development
  • Launch strategy

Communications via @id8creativegroup.com

ID8 Creative Group — Department 02

Creative Design

All visual and digital design work — from packaging artwork to full website builds.

  • Custom packaging design and artwork
  • Web design and development
  • Brand identity and brand book
  • Graphic and support material creation
  • Digital and print collateral

Communications via @id8creativegroup.com

Ready to move forward?

Let's see if we're
a good fit.

Answer three quick questions and we'll let you know if SE Labs Global is the right home for your project.

Takes less than 2 minutes  ·  No commitment required  ·  Consultation is $550