Do you own your own small skincare business? Perhaps you make soaps or body creams as a hobby. Or maybe you know you want to start your own brand, but don't know where to start. One of the great things about the natural skincare industry is how many possibilities there are. Everyone from Etsy sellers to big name brands can find a seat at the table. The initial trick is knowing where you fit in, and how to get started. And that's where we come in! For some people, handmade, super small batch skincare is where they want to be. For others, they know they want to be a mega-corporation with all their product formulation and fulfillment done for them. And for others, they still want the personality and charm of a smaller operation, but with the scalability and convenience of having their products made and fulfilled somewhere else. Here's how to know which option's right for you:
How to Know You're Ready for Private Label
Posted by RainShadow Labs on 9/27/2018 to
Private Label Skin Care
Do you own your own small skincare business? Perhaps you make soaps or body creams as a hobby. Or maybe you know you want to start your own brand, but don't know where to start. One of the great things about the natural skincare industry is how many possibilities there are. Everyone from Etsy sellers to big name brands can find a seat at the table. The initial trick is knowing where you fit in, and how to get started. And that's where we come in! For some people, handmade, super small batch skincare is where they want to be. For others, they know they want to be a mega-corporation with all their product formulation and fulfillment done for them. And for others, they still want the personality and charm of a smaller operation, but with the scalability and convenience of having their products made and fulfilled somewhere else. Here's how to know which option's right for you:
The 3 Best Ingredients for Uneven Looking Skin Tone (Plus a Recipe)
Posted by RainShadow Labs on 9/25/2018 to
Oils
When it comes to popular skincare complaints, one of the most popular is uneven looking skin tone. This pervasive skin issue is not only unsightly and frustrating for those dealing with it, but it can also be incredibly difficult to get rid of, or even reduce. Part of the difficulty stems from the fact that uneven skin tone doesn't just come from one thing; it comes from many. Sometimes it's hormones, sometimes it's from medication someone needs to take, and sometimes it's from something else. It can also come as a result of that dreaded yet oh-so-popular bad habit, picking. While by no means an exhaustive list (considering all the different factors inherent in the occurrence of uneven looking skin tone), following is a list of some of the best botanicals used in private label skincare to help.
Why Turmeric is the Skincare Superhero you Didn't Know you Needed
Posted by RainShadow Labs on 9/24/2018 to
Oils
Not all of us are skincare geeks. And for those of us who aren't, learning about the ins and outs of skincare chemistry can feel overwhelming, confusing, or just plain boring. But it's doesn't have to be! Natural and organic skincare is actually surprisingly simple, and there are so many cool things to be discovered. One of which is the existence of anti-inflammatory transcription factors! Though it sounds complicated, the science behind these little guys is actually pretty straight forward. And because you can make sure your skin is getting plenty of them by way of private label skincare ingredients like turmeric, not only are they easy to understand, they're also easy to take advantage of!
Here's What You Need to Know About Antioxidants
Posted by RainShadow Labs on 9/5/2018 to
Oils
When it comes to private label skincare, there's a very good chance that you've at least heard about antioxidants. If you're a skincare geek or private label skincare entrepreneur, then you most likely know what antioxidants do and why you would want them in your skincare routine. In fact, you probably make a concerted effort to make sure your skincare is full of them. And while the subject of antioxidants might seem cut and dry (antioxidants are good for your skin because they neutralize free radicals) there's actually a bit more to it! And this little bit more happens to be pretty important.
3 Ways to Help a Sunburn Heal Faster
Posted by RainShadow Labs on 9/4/2018 to
Skin Care
We've all had one before- sunburn. That bright red coloring on our skin is a sign of not only pain and peeling, but also cellular damage that can lead to increased aging and loss of collagen and tone, not to mention more serious skin problems. It's why many of us in the private label skincare world are so focused on keeping the skin sunburn free. But even with the best of intentions and diligent attention, accidents happen. And for those times when you find yourself sunburned despite your best efforts, here are some ways to help that sucker heal fast: