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MoCRA

Understanding MoCRA: 5 things What K-Beauty Brands Must Know

Today, let me introduce you to MoCRA, the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act, which is essential for exporting cosmetics to the United States. The United States remains a key export market for K-beauty. As of 2023, the U.S. accounted for 18.7% of total cosmetics exports, ranking second, with a significant growth rate of 57.2% compared …

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cpnp registration

CPNP Registration for Korean Cosmetics: Documents, Process & What to Expect

CPNP Registration for Korean Cosmetics: Documents, Process & What to Expect Selling Korean cosmetics in the European market involves more than manufacturing a great product. Before a single unit can be legally sold in the European Union, brands must complete two essential regulatory steps: Prepare a Product Information File (PIF) Submit a Cosmetic Products Notification …

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cosmetics ODM

Korean Cosmetics ODM Process: 7 Steps from Formulation Development to Global Export

Korean Cosmetics ODM Process: 7 Steps from Formulation Development to Global Export ODM Development Process (WITH.C KOREA) ODM product development is not simply a manufacturing process. It is a step-by-step journey of transforming a brand’s concept into a finished product through formulation development → packaging development → stability testing → production → export. WITH.C KOREA …

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K-beauty

Here are 7 K-beauty-related Expos scheduled for 2025

Here are some Korean Cosmetic Expos held during the first half of each year, with participation from cosmetic brands, manufacturers, and packaging companies. Find the K-beauty Expo information you need in the text below! 1. Seoul Indie Beauty Show: This expo is for “Indie Beauty,” using “Indie” from “Independent.”It focuses on differentiated small and medium-sized …

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cosmetic certifications

4 Cosmetic certifications we need to know

Recently, the most commonly used certification is vegan among various cosmetic certifications. Although there is a cosmetic certification for Cruelty-Free, many countries legally prohibit animal testing, and in Europe, although the certification mark can be used, there is a tendency to prohibit the use of statements that animal testing is legally banned in marketing, making …

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Fermented vegan cosmetics

Why Can’t Plant-Derived Ingredients Become Vegan Cosmetics?

Are All Plant-Derived Ingredients Truly Vegan cosmetics? In the late 2000s, a major company released a fermented cosmetics product called S Cosmetics, which became popular. However, its unique scent and consumer base mainly consisting of older women caused its popularity to gradually decline. Recently, there has been a resurgence of interest in fermented cosmetics, targeting …

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solo cosmetic business

How WITH.C KOREA collaborates with individuals looking to start a solo business

Recently, many individuals who can called solo business have started their own businesses with a variety of products. Cosmetics, in particular, are considered a good product for personal branding because they have a lower MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) and a broader consumer base compared to other products. As a result, WITH.C KOREA receives many inquiries …

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sulwhasoo emulsion

Emulsion Definition: Is emulsion really the correct product category?

Toner, Emulsion, Moisturizer, Face cream… There are various product categories in the basic skincare products we use.In the past, when knowledge about cosmetics was not widespread, it was common in Korea to apply “toner -> emulsion (also called lotion) -> cream” in that order.Recently, as various product lines have been released and consumers have gained …

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