Cosmetic labs in France: leading research facilities

Cosmetic lab in France offer research, formulation and manufacturing services, delivering millions of products across Europe each year.
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From cosmetic labs to raw material suppliers

France hosts numerous cosmetic labs in France specializing in product development and manufacturing. These facilities operate under strict European regulations while maintaining high production standards. Their services include:

  • Research and formulation of skincare products
  • Quality control and stability testing
  • Raw material processing and manufacturing

With advanced manufacturing capabilities and extensive distribution networks, French cosmetic laboratories deliver millions of packaged products annually across Europe, maintaining their position as industry leaders.

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List of 231 cosmetic labs in France

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Cosmetic Labs is a digital platform that centralizes resources and services for professionals in the cosmetics industry. The website presents a complete directory of cosmetic laboratories, raw material suppliers, and specialized service providers, enabling companies to navigate efficiently through the various stages of cosmetic product development.
Wheatoleo manufactures renewable surfactants and emulsifiers at the Bazancourt-Pomacle biorefinery in France, serving home care, cosmetics and crop protection markets.
  • France
  • Smey 3 Avenue Wagram Maisons-Laffitte
Smey cosmetic lab in Maisons-Laffitte produces bioactive proteins, specialty oils and sustainable ingredients through precision fermentation technology.
  • France
  • Pacifique Sud Ingredients 530 Route de Napollon Aubagne
Pacifique Sud Ingredients sources natural ingredients from French Polynesia for cosmetics and food markets from their base in Aubagne, France.
  • France
  • ORIANE SAS RD 41 - Maraveille - Le Pont Martel COURPIERE
Oriane cosmetic lab in Courpiere, France produces organic dried plants, essential oils and plant extracts for pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
NuCera Solutions develops specialty waxes and polymers from its Puteaux, France location, serving global markets with performance chemistry and materials for multiple industries.
  • France
  • Dionymer 14 Avenue Pey Berland Pessac
Dionymer, a cosmetic lab in Pessac, France, transforms organic waste into biodegradable materials through bacterial fermentation processes and biomimetic technology.
  • France
  • Cris Soufflet Avenue de la Grande Armée
CRIS Soufflet Research Center in Nogent sur Seine provides R&D and biotechnology services for Soufflet Group’s agri-food operations across France.
  • France
  • Bougies La Francaise Rue du Président Auguste Durand Cugand
Bougies La Française manufactures candles and home fragrances from Cugand, France since 1902, serving European markets through the Emosia Group network.
  • France
  • Bernardi Avenue Michel Chevalier Grasse
Bernardi Group operates a cosmetic lab in Grasse, France, providing chemical wholesale and distribution services for the perfume industry since 1958.

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AOP cosmetic lab in Toulouse, France specializes in living cell analysis through LUCS technology, serving nutrition and pharma sectors across Europe.
  • France
  • Ambassade Indonesie Rue Cortambert
Ambassade Indonesie at 47 Rue Cortambert, Paris provides visa services, language courses, and cultural programs as Indonesia’s diplomatic mission in France.
Syres cosmetic lab in Chavenay, France provides consumer testing, sensory analysis and efficacy validation services for perfumes and cosmetics since 1997.
  • France
  • Roquette Beaute Avenue de la République
Roquette’s cosmetic lab in La Madeleine, France develops plant-based ingredients and pharmaceutical solutions, serving global markets through 30 production sites.
Labexan, an accredited cosmetic lab in Cognac, France, provides analytical testing services for cosmetics, supplements, CBD products and spirits.
  • France
  • Coptis Asia Rue Ernest Gouin Croissy-sur-Seine
Coptis provides cosmetic lab software solutions from Singapore, with a database of 18,000+ raw materials and global regulatory compliance tools for formulators.
  • France
  • SURFACT GREEN ENSC-Rennes Rennes Cedex 7
Surfact Green’s cosmetic lab in Rennes, France produces 100% bio-sourced surfactants using green chemistry principles, with 11 international patents and 90+ years expertise.
Calyxia’s cosmetic lab in Bonneuil-sur-Marne specializes in sustainable microencapsulation technology, serving agriculture, consumer care and materials sectors.
PMC Ouvrie’s cosmetic lab in Carvin, France manufactures specialty esters and defoaming agents for industrial applications, with temperature-controlled production.
  • France
  • GFBiochemicals Avenue Louis Philibert Aix-en-Provence
Rechemistry operates a cosmetic lab in Aix-en-Provence, producing sustainable chemicals from biomass with facilities across Europe, Asia and North America.
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Frequent questions when searching for a cosmetic lab in France

What are the main requirements for operating a cosmetic laboratory in France?

Cosmetic laboratories in France must meet these requirements:

  • Comply with EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (ISO 22716)
  • Register with ANSM (French National Agency for Medicine Safety)
  • Have qualified personnel supervising product development
  • Maintain documented quality control procedures

French cosmetic laboratories implement these quality control measures:

  • Raw material testing and verification
  • In-process controls during manufacturing
  • Finished product testing (stability, compatibility)
  • Microbiology testing (Challenge Test)
  • Safety assessments by qualified personnel

The main cosmetic laboratory clusters in France are located in:

  • Cosmetic Valley (Centre-Val de Loire region)
  • Haute-Savoie (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region)
  • ÃŽle-de-France region around Paris
  • PASS cluster (Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region)

French cosmetic laboratories adhere to these key certifications:

  • ISO 22716 (Good Manufacturing Practices)
  • COSMOS for natural and organic cosmetics
  • ISO 9001 for quality management
  • ISO 14001 for environmental management

French cosmetic laboratories conduct these essential tests:

  • Stability testing at different temperatures
  • Microbiological testing
  • Compatibility testing with packaging
  • Patch testing for skin reactions
  • Efficacy testing for claims validation

French cosmetic laboratories develop these product categories:

  • Skincare: creams, lotions, serums, balms
  • Haircare: shampoos, conditioners
  • Body care: shower gels, solid products
  • Sun care products
  • Makeup formulations