Most independent cosmetic formulators rely on word of mouth or generic freelance platforms that do not understand the CPG industry. A more effective route is listing your services on a niche marketplace like AJ Cosmo Labs, where indie brand founders are actively posting formulation briefs. The iOS app matches you to founders based on your specialties, so inbound briefs come to you rather than requiring constant outreach.
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