How To Private Label Organic Skin Care For Dropshipping
If you want to learn more about the entire private label organic skin care sourcing process for the purpose of dropshipping, you have come to the right place.
Private label, organic, and dropshipping all have specific definitions that are sometimes confusing to new skin care brand owners. Genie Supply is here to make your new business journey easier!
Our guide below clearly defines the true meaning of ‘organic’, and explains the best methods to source organic or clean skin care on a turnkey basis.
Plus, we explain one convenient dropshipping method that can save your new brand time and storage space in the short and long run.
What Does Organic Actually Mean?
First, it’s important to get clear on the exact definition of organic. Often misinterpreted in the skin care world as a synonym for clean or non-toxic, organic actually refers to ingredients grown from non-GMO seeds in accordance with set guidelines.
The USDA officially regulates the use of the term ‘organic’ and defines organic products as those containing at least 70% organic components (or more).
To qualify for organic certification, an ingredient must be grown in compliance with USDA procedures. Pesticides and other prohibited substances must not be applied to the ground where the ingredient grows for at least 3 years.
Beyond needing the ingredients to be organic certified, the processing facility must also be FDA organic certified for the end products to meet proper organic standards and get the seal of approval.
Sourcing Organic vs Clean Skin Care Products
Unfortunately, for a small brand looking to source private label or custom-made organic skin care for the purpose of dropshipping, it’s difficult to verify if products are truly organic.
There’s no set organic test for ingredients, and the definition of organic varies from country to country, and thus this process involves placing a lot of trust in the packaging and manufacturer.
If you are truly passionate about creating your own organic skin care line, it’s worth asking manufacturers with FDA certification if they accept client-sourced ingredients. If you send the ingredients to the lab, you will know for sure if they are organic or not.
However, if your ingredients negatively impact the formula, the liability for the failed batch will fall on you. Learn more about the organic skin care creation process here.
Consumers are often confused about the difference between the meaning of organic and other common promotional skin care buzzwords like ‘natural’ or ‘non-toxic’.
It’s important to note that organic does not imply that a skin care line is healthier for the skin or provides a superior product performance for the customer.
If you are looking for skin care formulated without nasty ingredients, it’s best to search for clean beauty manufacturers instead of focusing on organic production methods.
At Genie Supply, we’re experts at formulating clean beauty. We have an existing catalog of over 60 clean private label skin care products to choose from. We can also custom formulate products with organic ingredients to your exact specifications, however it’s important to note that our facility is not FDA organic certified.
What Is Private Label Manufacturing? Can I Private Label Organic Skin Care?
Once you are clear on the real definition of organic and understand how organic skin care differs from clean beauty, it’s time to turn your attention to the private label process.
Private label involves using a beauty lab’s pre-formulated skin care as your own. Although it’s a straightforward manufacturing process, it doesn’t provide the level of control and customization achievable with more expensive alternatives like custom formulating.
The combination of private label organic skin care manufacturing with dropshipping order fulfillment is one of the most budget-friendly and time-efficient ways to start a new beauty brand.
However, it is difficult to source fully organic private label skin care. Typically it’s more worthwhile to focus on beauty labs who prioritize clean beauty ingredients across their private label lines instead.
At Genie Supply, the private label process spans 6 - 8 weeks on average and we offer over 60 pre-formulated clean skin care products to choose from. View our full green and clean private label skin care catalog here.
What Is Custom Formulating? How To Develop An Organic Skin Care Line
If you truly have your heart set on fully organic skin care, you may need to consider the custom formulating process instead of private label.
This manufacturing method involves collaborating with a beauty lab to create a completely unique organic skin care line from scratch.
It’s not possible to make every single skin care product organic, however, some manufacturers can create organic versions of face oils and some face creams, eye creams, and cleansers.
At Genie Supply, we can custom formulate a range of skin care products with organic ingredients for your brand. However, our lab does not have FDA organic certification. The total custom formulating timeline typically spans from 3 months to a year. Contact us for further information about our clean or organic skin care capabilities.
What Is Custom Product Creation?
If you don’t have the budget or time to invest in a custom formulated organic skin care line, but are interested in having your skin care formula stand apart from the rest on the market, consider custom product creation.
A more cost-effective manufacturing method, instead of creating a brand new formula, this process involves adding customizations on top of a beauty lab’s existing base formula.
At Genie Supply, we have over 100 base formulas to choose from. To inquire further, simply book a call with us and we will provide details on the base formulas we have available. If we don’t have a suitable base for your needs, we will refund you at the end of the first call.
Customized Packaging Options For Private Label or Custom Organic Skin Care
It’s cost-effective and more efficient to source your packaging directly from your product manufacturer, especially if you plan on dropshipping your private label or custom organic skin care.
As experts in turnkey skin care manufacturing, Genie Supply offers a range of quality airless pump bottles, dropper bottles, and jar packaging.
Ideal for any organic skin care brand, we also offer environmentally-friendlier PCR (post-consumer resin) packaging options for any orders of 250+ pieces for our in-house lines, or 5000+ pieces with customized orders. View our full packaging catalog here.
Unique branding will set your private label clean or organic skin care line apart from the rest. At Genie Supply, we can add your custom designs to our packaging. Simply use our dieline templates and collaborate with any graphic designer of your choice to create your packaging designs.
In addition to custom-branded product and outer box packaging, we also offer screenprinting and hot stamping, custom coloring of existing packaging, and custom stickers/labels options to truly make our packaging your own.
What Is Dropshipping? How Do I Dropship Private Label Or Custom Organic Skin Care?
Dropshipping is a convenient business strategy that involves the manufacturer of your organic skin care products holding inventory in their warehouse and shipping directly to your customers on your behalf.
This method not only saves on overhead costs and time, but it also reduces storage costs for your small organic skin care brand.
While dropshipping is most commonly associated with manufacturers from abroad, it’s more convenient and sometimes more cost-effective in the long run to dropship with suppliers closer to home. A shorter distance reduces both transport costs and lead times.
At Genie Supply, we offer a special Amazon FBA dropshipping package for our customers. The Fulfilled By Amazon (FBA) program lists your products on their website which brings Amazon’s customer base directly to your brand. This leads to the potential for organic sales without engaging in any active marketing campaigns.
Genie Supply will label and package private label skin care orders placed by your customers and ship them directly to Amazon on your behalf.
In addition to shipping out the orders, we will help you comply with Amazon FBA rules. This includes matching their packaging standards (the 3 feet drop test), SKU label printing, and we can also provide the correct product images for Amazon’s platform.
In sum, if you want to private label organic skin care for dropshipping follow these simple steps:
1. First get clear about the definitions of all of these terms:
Private label is a manufacturing process that involves using a lab’s pre-existing formula as your own.
Organic skin care requires at least 70% organic components and must be produced in an FDA certified organic lab for the official seal of approval.
Dropshipping involves your manufacturer shipping the orders you receive directly to your customers.
2. Next, decide if you truly want organic skin care, which is difficult to source, or if you are actually looking for clean skin care instead.
3. Finally, narrow down your supplier search to those skin care manufacturers who offer a combination of turnkey private label or custom production with dropshipping fulfillment.
Ready to start your clean private label skin care brand, or want to custom formulate a unique skin care line with organic ingredients for dropshipping? Genie Supply is here to help. Simply call us at (812) 329-1105 or email us at customerservice@geniesupply.com.
