A typical bespoke accord for an indie brand takes 8 to 16 weeks from initial brief to a production-ready formula, including three to five revision rounds, stability testing, and IFRA compliance review. Simpler soliflore or single-note accords can be faster. Posting a thorough brief on AJ Cosmo Labs from the start helps reduce back-and-forth and keeps timelines on track.
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