Published: December 27, 2024 · Last updated: August 17, 2026
For beauty brands that want to develop skincare, makeup, body care, hair care or personal care products, finding the right cosmetic manufacturer in China can be a major step. China has built one of the world's largest cosmetic manufacturing ecosystems, with robust supply chains, flexible OEM/ODM services, competitive production capabilities and deep packaging resources.
In this guide, I review 12 cosmetic manufacturers in China that brands can consider for private label production, custom formulation, packaging support, and international beauty manufacturing solutions.
| Manufacturer | Main Products | Certifications / Standards | Export Capability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiran Skincare | Serums, creams, cleansers, masks, eye care, body care, hair care and private label skincare | GMPC, ISO 22716, BSCI and other factory/compliance documentation listed by Xiran | Export-oriented OEM/ODM support for markets including the U.S., EU, UK, Middle East and Southeast Asia |
| Ausmetics | Skincare, body care, hair care, sun care, baby care and men's care | ISO 22716, GMPC, ISO 9001; FDA-registered facility stated on its site | Serves customers in 30+ countries across major international markets |
| Nox Bellcow | Sheet masks, freeze-dried masks, skincare, essences, body care and wet wipes | ISO 22716, ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and other management-system certifications listed by NBC | Products exported to 40+ countries and regions |
| COSMAX China | Skincare, makeup, personal care and full-service ODM product development | Global quality/certification systems; buyers should verify the certificate scope of the assigned China facility | Global manufacturing/R&I network serving 4,500+ domestic and international clients |
| Bawei Biotechnology | Skincare, body care, masks, hair care, baby care, men's care and makeup | Official site lists GMPC, ISO 22716 and other manufacturing/testing credentials | Supports overseas OEM/ODM projects and international export logistics |
| Intercos China | Lip products, foundation, powder, eye makeup, pencils, skincare and hybrid beauty | Facility-specific quality systems; China-facility certification should be confirmed directly | Part of Intercos' global manufacturing network serving 550+ clients worldwide |
| Zhejiang B&F Cosmetics | Lip, eye and face makeup, including lipstick, gloss, foundation and eyeshadow | ISO 22716, GMPC and BSCI stated by the company | Reports working with 100+ brands worldwide |
| TY Cosmetic | Skincare, sunscreen, body care, hair care, makeup, men's and mother & baby products | GMP and ISO 22716 stated for its Guangzhou manufacturing operations | Reports serving customers in 70+ countries |
| Ariel Cosmetic | Serums, creams, toners, cleansers, oils, masks, body care and hair care | ISO 22716, GMPC, Sedex; FDA facility registration stated by Ariel | Strong overseas focus, particularly Europe and North America |
| Leecosmetic | Lip, eye and face makeup | GMPC and ISO 22716 | Reports sales across 20+ international markets/regions |
| Awilke Branding | Skincare, hair care, body care and men's grooming | GMPc and ISO 22716 | Serves customers in 50+ countries and ships to the U.S., Canada, Europe, UK, Australia, Middle East, Asia and Africa |
| Yunmei Cosmetics | Skincare, body care, hair care, makeup and personal care | U.S. GMPC and EU ISO 22716 stated for its manufacturing operations | Two Guangzhou factories serving international brand customers |
Location : Guangzhou, China
Great for: Custom facial serums, anti-aging creams, peptide skincare, facial masks, eye treatments, ampoules, body care, hair care and complete private label skincare collections.
Xiran Skincare is a China-based OEM/ODM cosmetics manufacturer, providing full range of products for skincare, body care, hair care, baby care and mother care. It’s a viable solution for brands that want to develop custom skincare products instead of just picking a pre-formulated product from a catalogue.
Its production capabilities include facial serums, moisturising creams, eye creams, facial cleansers, toners, ampoules, facial masks, body lotions, hair care, and specialised skin care products. Brands can create a hero product or an entire skincare line with a common formulation and packaging direction.”
Guangzhou Xiran cosmetics manufacturer offers OEM/ODM services, including formula development, sample development, packaging sourcing, filling, production, quality control, documentation and export-oriented project handling. The company has a manufacturing facility of over 20,000 square meters and claims quality-management systems including ISO 22716 and GMPC.
One of the key advantages for Xiran in dealing with overseas brands is that they can have one supplier to handle formulation, packaging, production and export support. This allows brands to create entire product ranges, such as serum, cream, eye care, facial masks, cleansers, and body care products under a single visual identity, rather than having to source a different manufacturer for each category.
Customised production is generally better suited to brands beyond very small test orders. The Project MOQ varies depending on formula, packaging and customisation needs.
Best Match: Private Label Skin Care Brands, Direct-To-Consumer Beauty Brands, Anti-Aging Skin Care Lines, Professional Skin Care Brands, Amazon Beauty Sellers, and International Buyers Seeking a Full-Service Cosmetic OEM/ODM Manufacturer in China
Location: Guangzhou, China
Best For: Facial skin care, body care, sun care, hair care, baby care, men’s grooming, and medium to large private label product lines.
Ausmetics is a long-standing cosmetics manufacturer in China with manufacturing experience dating back to 1998. The firm offers OEM and ODM services for beauty and personal-care brands worldwide and is particularly well suited for companies that need a manufacturer that can support several categories of products.
The primary manufacturing categories are facial serums, creams, lotions, cleansers, sunscreen, body care, hair care, lip care, men’s products, and mother-and-baby products. Ausmetics’ breadth of products makes it more suitable for brands that want to expand their beauty portfolio rather than launch a single SKU.
Ausmetics has laboratory and quality control facilities for formula development, microbiological testing, physicochemical testing, packaging evaluation and production quality management. It reports manufacturing systems and certifications such as ISO 22716, GMPC, and ISO 9001.
The company also has a wealth of experience in serving overseas customers and reports it exports products to over 30 countries in North America, Europe, South America, the Middle East, South East Asia, Africa and Oceania. This international experience is great for brands that need a Chinese cosmetic manufacturer with experience in export documentation and overseas customer requirements.
MOQ is more suitable for brands with an existing demand. Projects can start in the several thousand unit range depending on the product and packaging. Specialised packaging such as custom tubes may require higher quantities.
Best fit: Established DTC Beauty Brands, Retail Skincare Companies, Importers, Distributors, International Private Label Brands and Companies looking for a scalable Chinese cosmetics manufacturer.
Location: Guangdong, China Zhongshan
Best for: Facial care, essences, ampoules, sheet masks, hydrogel masks, freeze-dried masks, large volume production of skin care products.
Nox Bellcow Cosmetics is one of China’s more specialised makers of skin-care products and facial masks. Founded in 2004, the company is heavily concentrated in facial masks, skincare products and related beauty formats and has created significant manufacturing capability in these categories.
The company’s product portfolio includes traditional sheet masks, hydrogel masks, freeze-dried masks, facial serums, essences, creams, sunscreen, body care and single-dose skincare products. Nox Bellcow is especially relevant for brands where facial masks are a key part of the product strategy, as mask manufacturing is one of the company’s core specialities, and not a secondary product category.
The company has about 50,000 square meters of GMP manufacturing workshop, large-scale automated production capacity. Its size means it can accommodate large scale skincare and mask programs that smaller private label factories may not be able to accommodate.
Nox Bellcow also has quality-management certifications such as ISO 22716, ISO 9001 and ISO 13485. The company exports its products to more than 40 countries and regions, which has given it substantial experience in dealing with international beauty customers.
Being a relatively large-scale manufacturer, Nox Bellcow's MOQ is usually depending on the project. I would imagine it’s more appropriate for brands that want meaningful production volume, rather than just a few hundred units to test the waters.
Best match: Established facial mask brands, large skincare companies, beauty retailers, international distributors, high-volume DTC brands and buyers looking for large scale mask and skincare OEM/ODM manufacturing in China.
Location: Shanghai and Guangzhou, China
Best For: Advanced skin care, premium cosmetics, makeup, hybrid beauty products, large ODM projects and research-oriented product development.
COSMAX China is the Chinese arm of the global COSMAX cosmetics manufacturing group, and one of the largest and most established ODM companies on this list. It has been operating its China business since 2004 and serves domestic and international beauty brands.
The company develops and manufactures skincare, makeup, personal-care products, sun-care products and hybrid beauty concepts. It does simple manufacturing, product planning, formula development, packaging development, ODM services, OBM services and large-scale commercial production.
“One of the greatest strengths of COSMAX China is access to a global R&D and manufacturing network. The group has several research centers, production plants and sales offices worldwide and supplies products to over 140 countries and regions.
COSMAX’s Chinese facilities have strong manufacturing capacity, making it a perfect partner for brands that want to produce large quantities or need a manufacturer that can handle complicated international projects.
COSMAX also has comprehensive quality-management systems in place, with specific certifications varying by factory and product category. Therefore, brands should request the certification package for the exact manufacturing facility that is assigned to their project.
The MOQ is project-specific and generally more appropriate for established brands than very small startups. COSMAX is not primarily providing low MOQ private label services.
Best Match: Established skincare brands, premium beauty brands, multinational cosmetic companies, major retailers, high volume DTC brands and businesses seeking global scale cosmetic ODM and R&D capabilities in China.
Place: Guangzhou, China
Best for: Functional skincare, serums, facial masks, hair care, colour cosmetics, efficacy-driven products, R&D-driven skincare projects.
Baohai Biotech, a cosmetics manufacturer founded in 2006, is based in Guangzhou. The company integrates OEM/ODM manufacturing and has a large investment in formulation research, testing and cosmetics efficacy evaluation.
Its manufacturing portfolio comprises personal-care products, colour cosmetics, hair care, masks, creams, serums and facial skincare. For brands looking for a manufacturing partner with more technical development capability, rather than a factory that just fills and packages, Ba Hai is especially important.
The company owns over 130 authorised patents and participates in the formulation of a number of national standards. It also offers research and testing infrastructure for evaluating product efficacy, skin analysis, formulation development and cosmetics assessment.
Ba’hai reports quality systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 22716, GMPc related certification and ISO 14001. Its associated testing capabilities also include CMA and CNAS qualifications.
The company has experience supporting big beauty companies and has factory audits from international recognised organisations and brands. It has export capabilities, making it a good fit for overseas brands looking for both manufacturing and more sophisticated product-development support.
MOQ is project based and will usually vary based on formula complexity, raw materials, packaging, testing requirements & customisation.
Best fit: R&D-oriented skincare companies, functional beauty brands, established private label companies, medium to large beauty businesses and international buyers with a strong focus on formulation research and product testing.
Place: China: Suzhou and Shanghai
Ideal for: Premium makeup, lip products, complexion products, eye makeup, luxury textures, hybrid skincare-makeup, prestige beauty.
Intercos China is part of the Italian founded Intercos Group, one of the most recognised global manufacturers in the industry of colour cosmetics and premium beauty product development. The group entered the Chinese market in 2003 with Suzhou and has been developing its local manufacturing capacity ever since.
Its strengths are especially strong in makeup, including lip products, foundation, powders, eye makeup, cosmetic pencils and other colour cosmetics. Intercos also develops skincare and hybrid products, with a performance and skincare positioning.
Butunlike many standard private label manufacturers, Intercos is committed to innovation, textures, sensorial performance, trend development and premium beauty concepts. The group has a global network of research centers, production bases and sales offices, so its China operations can tap into more international R&D resources.
A typical general purpose factory can't provide the same level of development support for brands designing prestige makeup or products where texture, shade, finish, packaging and consumer experience are key factors as Intercos can.
Scope of certification and MOQ varies by facility and project. International buyers must request manufacturing certifications and project requirements by facility prior to development.
Intercos has strong global export and multi-national customer capabilities and is structured to support international beauty programs rather than just local private label orders.
Best match: Prestige makeup brands, high-end beauty brands, global cosmetics groups, luxury retailers, professional makeup brands and companies looking for advanced colour cosmetic development in China.
Location: Jinhua, Zhejiang, China
Best for: Lipstick, Lip Gloss, Lip Oil, Eyeshadow, Foundation, Blush, Highlighter, Mascara, Eyeliner, and full private label makeup lines.
Zhejiang B&F Cosmetics is an OEM/ODM colour cosmetic manufacturer established in 2005. B&F is more relevant to brands working on lip, eye and complexion products, as they are more heavily focused on makeup than many of the other manufacturers on this list that tend to focus on skincare.
The main product lines include lipstick, lip gloss, lip oil, foundation, concealer, eyeshadow, mascara, eyeliner, blush, highlighter and make-up sets. This specialisation enables beauty brands to develop an entire line of colour cosmetics with one supplier.
B&F has a manufacturing plant of approximately 10,000 square meters and experience working with over 100 brands worldwide. The company also said it intends to boost its manufacturing capacity.
It is said to have certifications such as ISO 22716, GMPC and BSCI which are good qualifications for international buyers doing supplier screening.
MOQ is subject to product, component, formula and packaging customisation. Some products are customised and can be available in quantities of around 10,000 pieces but the requirement needs to be checked SKU by SKU.
B&F already has overseas private label and OEM customers, so can support international brands looking for Chinese makeup manufacturing, not just skincare-only production.
Prime Candidates: Private label makeup brands, DTC colour cosmetics brands, Amazon beauty sellers, international makeup importers, retail brands, and companies developing full lip, eye and face makeup collections.
Location: Guangzhou, CN
Best for: Facial Skincare, Sunscreen, Body Care, Hair Care, Men’s Products, Makeup, Skincare Sets and Flexible Private Label Development.
TY Cosmetic is a Guangzhou-based cosmetics OEM/ODM manufacturer, established in 2009. Its manufacturing and product-development services span a broad array of beauty and personal-care categories.
The product line includes facial serums, creams, cleansers, sunscreen, body care, hair care, men’s grooming products, colour cosmetics and complete skincare kits. This wide catalogue can help brands that want to grow gradually across a range of categories.
TY Cosmetic can assist with formula selection, custom formulation, sample development, packaging sourcing, packaging customisation, manufacturing, testing and production management. Brands that don’t want to coordinate separate formulation labs, packaging suppliers and filling factories can simplify sourcing with this single-stop model.
The company has manufacturing standards and certifications such as ISO 22716 and GMPC-related systems.
TY also focuses on international private label brands, e-commerce companies, importers, salons, spas and overseas beauty businesses.
MOQ is flexible according to project. Most existing formulas and standard packaging will have a lower entry point, while custom formulas and fully customised packaging will generally require higher quantities.
Best match: Start-up skincare brands, fast-growing direct-to-consumer companies, Amazon beauty sellers, private label importers, salons, spas, e-commerce brands, and international buyers that are looking for flexible cosmetic OEM/ODM services in Guangzhou.
Place: Guangzhou, China
Ideal for: Facial serums, creams, cleansers, face masks, body care, hair care, private label skincare and beauty startup projects with low MOQ.
Ariel Cosmetic is a Guangzhou skincare OEM/ODM manufacturer with factory experience since 1998. It is one of the more startup-friendly manufacturers in this comparison, allowing relatively small orders of selected existing formulas and standard packaging.
The main product categories are facial serums, creams, lotions, toners, cleansers, facial oils, masks, body care, hair care and professional skincare products. The company also claims to have a large library of existing skincare formulations.
MOQ can start from around 100 to 500 units for selected stock formula and private label programs. This makes Ariel particularly attractive to brands that want to gauge consumer demand before committing to several thousand units.
The main difference is in the packaging. Minimum orders can increase significantly for custom bottles, jars, moulds, colours and printing, often into the 3,000, 5,000 or 10,000 piece range depending on the packaging supplier.
Ariel has certifications in manufacturing, including ISO 22716 and EU GMPC. The company also has considerable experience working with customers in Europe and North America.
For a new skincare business, the ability to initially use an existing formula and standard packaging can help lower the initial investment and inventory risk before transitioning to more customised production.
Best fit: Startup skincare brands, small DTC beauty brands, Amazon sellers, Shopify brands, salons, spas, professional skincare companies and buyers that want lower MOQ private label skincare manufacturing in China.
Location: China
Best For: Lipstick, lip gloss, eyeshadow, foundation, blush, highlighter, mascara, eyeliner and private label make-up.
Leecosmetic is a Chinese OEM/ODM and private label cosmetics manufacturer. It has been focusing on colour cosmetics since 2013 or so.
Its primary categories include lipstick, lip gloss, lip liner, eyeshadow, mascara, eyeliner, foundation, concealer, blush, highlighter and other face, lip and eye makeup.
The company’s strength is its focus on private label makeup and not trying to cover every possible category in skincare and personal-care. For a colour cosmetics brand it can be useful to work with a specialist supplier as the manufacturer already knows about shade development, makeup textures, components, pans, tubes, applicators and common makeup packaging formats.
General MOQ ranges are about 1,000 to 12,000 pcs depending on the product, while some customised makeup products may start from about 3,000 pcs.
Leecosmetic provides production under ISO- and GMP-related quality systems to customers in more than 20 international markets and regions.
The moderate MOQ and makeup specialisation is more accessible to emerging brands than very large global makeup ODM groups.
Best Fit: Startup beauty brands, private label makeup brands, Amazon beauty sellers, e-commerce makeup brands, international importers and emerging colour cosmetic brands.
Location: Shanghai, China
Best for: Low MOQ skincare, starter sets for skincare, serums, creams, body care, hair care, men's grooming, new private label beauty brands.
Awilke Branding is an intriguing Shanghai private label and custom cosmetics supplier for entrepreneurs and smaller beauty businesses.
Its products include facial skincare, serums, creams, skincare sets, body care, hair care, men’s grooming products, beard products and other private label personal care products.
The biggest difference between Awilke and many larger Cosmetic Manufacturers in China is the relatively low quantity of entry for selected stock products. Some private label products can be as low as 50 units and for selected skincare products and sets, the minimum order quantity can be around 100 pieces.
These figures are generally applicable to existing formulas, standard packaging and not fully customised formulations. Higher MOQ will be required as a rule for new formula, special bottle, special mould or special printing.
Awilke reports manufacturing under GMP and ISO 22716 related standards and supports international customers with export documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, MSDS and COA documents.
The model gives a first-time beauty founder a practical way to test a concept without having to invest heavily in inventory up front.
Best fit: New beauty business owners, micro-brands, salons, spas, influencer beauty brands, small Shopify stores, new skin care companies, and buyers who want to try a private label product with less risk of inventory.
Location: Guangzhou, China
Best For: Facial skincare, serums, creams, body care, hair care, men’s care, baby care, makeup and multi-category private label beauty lines.
Yunmei Cosmetics is a Guangzhou cosmetics OEM/ODM manufacturer with over 20 years stated manufacturing experience.
The company’s extensive product range comprises facial skincare, serums, creams, cleansers, eye care, lip care, body care, hair care, men’s grooming, baby care and makeup.
This means Yunmei is extremely useful for brands that want to avoid being boxed into one category. For example, a skincare brand might expand into body care, hair care, men’s products, or other beauty categories, but still partner with the same manufacturer.
Yunmei claims to have two production facilities in Guangzhou and internal R&D capabilities. It also reports on manufacturing standards, including GMPC and ISO 22716.
MOQ is negotiable, and depend on product type, formula, packaging, raw material, printing, and degree of customisation. Therefore brands may opt for different variations of existing formulas and fully customised development.
The company deals with international customers and supports export-oriented manufacturing and documentation and is relevant to overseas buyers sourcing cosmetics directly from China.
Best match: Startup and growing skincare brands, private label beauty companies, international importers, e-commerce sellers, multi-category personal-care brands, and companies looking for a Guangzhou cosmetics manufacturer capable of supporting product-line expansion.
Different beauty brands require different manufacturing partners. For skincare, I would recommend Xiran Skincare, Bawei Biotechnology and Ausmetics, and for makeup and colour cosmetics, I would recommend Intercos China, Zhejiang B&F Cosmetics and Leecosmetic.
For brands looking to go the private label route, Ariel Cosmetic, Awilke Branding, TY Cosmetic, and Xiran Skincare are worth considering. These are brands to consider when a brand wants a faster transition from product selection to packaging and production.
Some of the more accessible options for low MOQ or startup-friendly brands are Awilke Branding and Ariel Cosmetic, with Xiran Skincare being able to support select small-batch projects.
On the other side of the market, companies such as COSMAX China, Nox Bellcow and Ausmetics are better suited to mass production. If custom formulation and product development are the first priorities, I would look at Xiran Skincare, Bawei Biotechnology, Cosmax China, and Intercos China more closely.
Choosing the right supplier is very important for brands, so how do you find the best cosmetic factory in China? Here are some essential factors to consider:
Look for manufacturers with international certifications such as GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), ISO 22716, FDA, CPNP, and other global standards certifications, which ensure quality control and compliance with international regulatory standards.
Work with manufacturers who have extensive experience in the industry and check if they have specialized R&D teams, cosmetic formulators, quality controllers, and business teams and if they will provide guidance throughout the process
High-quality products start with quality raw materials. Choose reputable suppliers and evaluate their sourcing and quality control processes to ensure safe, effective, quality products that will help enhance your brand image and help you stand out.
Look for manufacturers that offer flexible customization options, including tailored formulations, packaging designs, and product innovations, to meet your brand's unique needs. This will allow you to create unique, effective products and provide personalized service to retain customers.
Evaluate their manufacturing capacity, technical capabilities, and lead times to ensure they can handle the size of your order and deliver on time. You must check their quality control procedures to ensure each product meets the standards.
Explore their product catalog and packaging options; rich packaging can make your brand more upscale, a wide product line can give you more choices, and you can ask for samples or prototypes to test product performance, texture, and overall quality.
Review their pricing structure (including the cost of ingredients and additional services) to balance affordability and quality.
A good customer experience leads to a better win-win partnership, working with a professional manufacturer that provides responsive customer support for smooth communication and problem-solving.
For brands seeking to stand out in a dynamic market, whether they wish to develop their private label of skincare or makeup products, it is crucial to explore China's best cosmetics manufacturers. This guide aims to provide readers with reliable information through extensive research and objective analysis, helping them make informed decisions.
If you are looking for a professional, reliable, and trustworthy cosmetics manufacturer, please consider Guangzhou Xiran Cosmetics Manufacturer. With our expertise and experience, strong R&D team, and high-quality factories, we can help your brand stand out from the rest. If you have any other questions, please contact us immediately. We are happy to help you!
