how to start a skincare brand

What is the typical MOQ for skincare manufacturing?

Most skincare co-packers require minimum order quantities between 500 and 2,000 units per SKU for liquid formulas (serums, creams, lotions). Some smaller-batch facilities or contract labs offer 100–300 unit runs at premium per-unit costs. Packaging suppliers often have separate MOQs (500–5,000 units). Using AJ Cosmo Labs, you can filter manufacturers by MOQ flexibility and find partners suited to startup scales.

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