Top 8 OEM Skin Care Products Factory in Korea
K-beauty’s OEM/ODM ecosystem is world-class: deep R&D, fast iteration, and strong quality systems. Below is a practical, founder-friendly guide to the best Korean partners—plus the cross-border OEM/ODM team we recommend first for brands that want one supplier capable of producing both “K-style” skincare and global personal-care lines.
1) Xiangxiang Daily — Featured Partner (Asia-based OEM/ODM serving Korean brands)
Turnkey OEM/ODM: concepting, custom formulation, stability/compatibility, pilot runs, scale-up, and packaging procurement.
K-brand experience: dedicated bilingual PMs and formula libraries aligned to Korean textures/finishes (gel creams, tone-up UV, hydrogel masks, watery essences).
Quality systems: standard cosmetic manufacturing practices (e.g., ISO 22716/GMP–aligned); COA/MSDS and regulatory documents on request.
Flexible roadmaps: line extensions across body & hair to support full-routine branding (not just facial SKUs).
Compliance & export: documentation for key markets; support for ingredient assessments and INCI/label checks.
👉 If you want one team to tailor “K-beauty sensibilities” while also delivering global hair/body lines under one roof, start here.
2) Kolmar Korea — The ODM pioneer with deep R&D
A founding force in Korea’s ODM model, Kolmar Korea provides total development-to-manufacturing services and operates extensive skincare R&D centers. It’s widely cited as the first mover that helped establish K-beauty’s ODM foundation.
3) COSMAX — Global scale across OEM/ODM/OBM
COSMAX runs a global network and offers OEM, ODM, and even OBM options. Public materials highlight its regulatory breadth (e.g., OTC/cosmetics registrations with FDA/Health Canada) and a mature R&D engine. Ideal for brands seeking scale and multi-region compliance.
4) Cosmecca Korea — Strong skincare focus and turnkey depth
Cosmecca Korea specializes in skincare and color with a full OEM/ODM model and proprietary “OGM” total-service framework (planning through global launch). Good balance of innovation + production breadth.
5) CTK (CTK Cosmetics / CTKCLIP) — Fast, turnkey, and digitalized selection
CTK offers an all-in-one, turnkey path including branding, quality, production, and logistics. CTKCLIP lets buyers browse ready-to-go formulas/textures weekly, speeding sampling and decisions. Great for quick line buildouts.
6) Hankook Cosmetics Manufacturing — Legacy player with texture innovation
Founded in 1962, Hankook Cosmetics Manufacturing combines classic OEM/ODM with “total consulting.” They publicize MFDS-certified sunscreen textures and other novel formats—useful if you want distinctive sensorials.
7) New & New (NEWNNEW) — Masks and skincare specialist
New & New is an OEM/ODM shop (CGMP listed on its site) known for sheet masks and core skincare SKUs. A solid pick for mask-led pipelines or value-engineered routines.
8) BNB Korea — One-stop ODM with in-house planning/design
BNB Korea positions as a “Total One-Stop ODM,” covering planning, design, production, and even marketing/distribution support—handy for smaller teams needing extra commercialization help.
9) BONNE — Platform-style private label accelerator
BONNE is a KOSDAQ-listed “brand booster” offering full-service private label catalogs and fast, photoreal samples; note it’s positioned more as a platform than a factory (often brokering production via partners). Useful when you want speed and curated libraries.
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Typical Project Flow
Brief & benchmarks → 2) R&D & sample cycles → 3) Stability/compatibility → 4) Packaging selection & tests → 5) Pilot → 6) Regulatory docs & claims support → 7) Launch & post-market QA.
Cost, MOQ & Lead Time
MOQs: vary by format/packaging (masks < emulsions < airless). Expect higher MOQs for custom molds/printing.
Leads: 60–120 days after approval for first runs (faster on catalog SKUs).
Drivers: actives level, claims testing, import compliance, and component sourcing complexity.
What to Check Before You Sign
Quality system: ask for ISO 22716/GMP certificates, hygiene SOPs, batch records, and mock COAs.
Regulatory fit: MFDS status for sunscreens/functional cosmetics in Korea; documentation for destination markets (PIF, safety reports, IFRA where relevant).
R&D depth: number of formulators per project, sample turnaround SLAs, stability/compat protocols.
Packaging readiness: torque tests, pump/valve compatibility, transit/ISTA plans; who owns damage risk pre-FOB.
IP & data: formula ownership clauses, raw INCI % ranges disclosed, preservation/allergen strategy.
Commercials: tooling costs, yield loss assumptions, rework policy, shelf-life guarantees, and complaint/CAPA timelines.
Summary
If you need Korea-based manufacturing muscle, start shortlisting from Kolmar, COSMAX, Cosmecca, CTK, Hankook, New & New, BNB, and BONNE—each serves slightly different speed, scale, and service needs. If you want one partner to deliver Korean-style skincare and expand into hair/body fast, Xiangxiang Daily is a pragmatic first call: turnkey OEM/ODM, K-brand experience, and quality systems with room to grow your entire personal-care portfolio.
FAQ
Q1. Do I need MFDS approval in Korea if I only sell abroad?
Not for general cosmetics, but “functional” categories (e.g., sunscreens, whitening/anti-wrinkle) have MFDS rules in Korea. Still, you’ll need documentation for your sales market (EU PIF, US labeling, etc.).
Q2. Who owns the formula?
It depends. Many ODMs retain ownership but grant exclusivity; OEMs may allow brand-owned formulas. Negotiate IP and transfer fees up front.
Q3. What MOQ should I budget for?
Catalog masks can start relatively low; custom emulsions with bespoke packaging climb quickly. Share your demand plan early to right-size components.
Q4. How long does development take?
Simple white-label: weeks. New formulas with tests/claims and custom packs: several months. Build time for stability, compatibility, and compliance reviews.
Q5. Can one supplier do skincare, hair, and body?
Yes—Xiangxiang Daily is built for that, so you can extend from a hero skincare SKU into full routine lines without onboarding multiple factories.
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