Cosmetics R&D Laboratory

Cosmetics R&D Laboratory & Custom Formulation

From Product Concepts to Manufacturing-Ready Formulations

LONGWAY works with beauty brands to explore formulation options based on product goals, desired texture, packaging format and target-market needs. Our development process connects formulation work with practical manufacturing considerations.

LONGWAY cosmetics R&D laboratory
R&D Overview

R&D Overview — Our R&D Process

From Idea to Market — Our R&D Process

At LONGWAY, we turn your ideas into high-quality, market-ready cosmetic formulations through a structured R&D process. Our experienced team works closely with you at every stage to develop customized solutions that meet your product requirements and target market needs.

Needs Analysis
01

Needs Analysis

  • Understand your brand vision and target market.
  • Confirm product concepts, specifications, and claims.
  • Provide professional product development recommendations.
Ingredient Selection
02

Ingredient Selection

  • Source high-quality raw materials.
  • Evaluate ingredient safety, stability, and efficacy.
  • Ensure alignment with applicable regulatory requirements.
Formula Development
03

Formula Development

  • Design and optimize cosmetic formulations.
  • Evaluate texture, stability, and sensory properties.
  • Develop multiple formulation options for your review.
Testing & Evaluation
04

Testing & Evaluation

  • Conduct physical and chemical tests.
  • Perform appropriate safety and microbiological testing.
  • Evaluate product performance and stability.
Packaging Design
05

Packaging Design

  • Recommend suitable packaging materials and formats.
  • Evaluate compatibility between the formula and packaging.
  • Support packaging design and artwork development.
Production Preparation
06

Production Preparation

  • Finalize the formulation and technical documentation.
  • Prepare for pilot production and scale-up.
  • Support a smooth transition to mass production.
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Strict Quality Control
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Laboratory

Laboratory Facilities

Formula R&D

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Heat Collection Type Constant Temperature Heating Magnetic Stirrer DF-101S
Formula R&D

Heat Collection Type Constant Temperature Heating Magnetic Stirrer DF-101S

Provide constant temperature and stirring. It is primarily used for the preparation of plant extracts in laboratory samples.

Rotary evaporator RE-52AA
Formula R&D

Rotary evaporator RE-52AA

Provide negative pressure and rotary evaporation of samples. It is primarily used for concentrating samples.

Filtration device
Formula R&D

Filtration device

Provide negative pressure and sample filtration. It is primarily used for filtering fermentation broth and plant extract samples.

Darongli High-Speed Refrigerated Centrifuge GL21M
Formula R&D

Darongli High-Speed Refrigerated Centrifuge GL21M

Provides a constant temperature of -20 to 40°C.It is primarily used for centrifuging fermentation broth and plant extract samples.

Guan Sen Incubator Shaker SL200C
Formula R&D

Guan Sen Incubator Shaker SL200C

Provide constant temperature and oscillation.It is primarily used for the cultivation of microbial strains.

Fermentation tank
Formula R&D

Fermentation tank

Provide the completed fermentation conditions and system. It is primarily used for controlling conditions such as pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen (DO), and agitation during the fermentation process.

HPLC & GC Analysis

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Panuo Liquid Chromatograph LC2300
HPLC & GC Analysis

Panuo Liquid Chromatograph LC2300

Panuo Gas Chromatograph A60
HPLC & GC Analysis

Panuo Gas Chromatograph A60

Shanghai Yuanxi Ultraviolet Spectrophotometer X6
HPLC & GC Analysis

Shanghai Yuanxi Ultraviolet Spectrophotometer X6

It provides ultraviolet-invisible light and ultraviolet-visible light in the range of 190 nm to 1100 nm. It is primarily used for determining the OD600 of microbial strains, performing ultraviolet spectroscopy scanning, and measuring the content of substances related to absorbance.

Shanghai Yuanxi Total Organic Carbon Analyzer TOC-1500
HPLC & GC Analysis

Shanghai Yuanxi Total Organic Carbon Analyzer TOC-1500

The quality of water affects the quality of finished cosmetic products, and TOC (Total Organic Carbon) is an important indicator for measuring the organic content in water samples. In industrial production, it is used to monitor water quality and treatment effectiveness.

Test Parameter: Total Organic Carbon (TOC)

Microbiological Testing

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Yiheng Biochemical Incubator LRH-250
Microbiological Testing

Yiheng Biochemical Incubator LRH-250

Provide a constant temperature. It is primarily used for the static culture of microbial strains.

Boxun Sterilizer YXQ-LB-100SII
Microbiological Testing

Boxun Sterilizer YXQ-LB-100SII

Provides a high temperature of 121°C.It is primarily used for sterilizing culture media.

Ultra-low temperature freezer DW-86L416G
Microbiological Testing

Ultra-low temperature freezer DW-86L416G

Provides ultra-low temperatures of -80°C.It is primarily used for the preservation of microbial strains.

Guan Sen Incubator Shaker SL200C
Microbiological Testing

Guan Sen Incubator Shaker SL200C

Provide constant temperature and oscillation. It is primarily used for the cultivation of microbial strains.

Shanghai Yuanxi Ultraviolet Spectrophotometer X6
Microbiological Testing

Shanghai Yuanxi Ultraviolet Spectrophotometer X6

It provides ultraviolet-invisible light and ultraviolet-visible light in the range of 190 nm to 1100 nm. It is primarily used for determining the OD600 of microbial strains, performing ultraviolet spectroscopy scanning, and measuring the content of substances related to absorbance.

Darongli High-Speed Refrigerated Centrifuge GL21M
Microbiological Testing

Darongli High-Speed Refrigerated Centrifuge GL21M

Provides a constant temperature of -20 to 40°C.It is primarily used for centrifuging fermentation broth and plant extract samples.

Fermentation tank
Microbiological Testing

Fermentation tank

Provide the completed fermentation conditions and system. It is primarily used for controlling conditions such as pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen (DO), and agitation during the fermentation process.

Particle Size Analysis

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Baxter Laser Particle Size Analyzer Bettersize 2600
Particle Size Analysis

Baxter Laser Particle Size Analyzer Bettersize 2600

Ultra-high-speed spray particle analyzer Spraylink E
Particle Size Analysis

Ultra-high-speed spray particle analyzer Spraylink E

Sensory Evaluation

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German Carbon Black Oil Absorption Brabender Absorptometer Series C
Sensory Evaluation

German Carbon Black Oil Absorption Brabender Absorptometer Series C

Through oil absorption value data: adjust powder type and application, optimize material formulation.

R&D and Formula Optimization: Special Quality Control Instrument for the Star Oil-Control Ingredient PG-9050
Test Indicator: Oil Absorption Value (Oil Absorption Number, OAN)

Have a Formula in Mind? Let's Develop It Together.

Tell us about your product concept, target market, preferred texture, performance goals and packaging requirements. Our team can review the initial brief and discuss potential development steps based on project feasibility.