Costs vary widely: independent consultants charge $75–150/hour, while retainer agreements run $2,000–8,000 monthly. Full R&D projects (formulation to shelf stability) typically cost $5,000–25,000+. Price depends on complexity, testing scope, and regulatory needs. Use the AJ Cosmo Labs app to request quotes from vetted formulators.
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