Innovating Cosmetics Together: Your Vision, Our Expertise.

As a leading contract manufacturer based in Milan, Italy, we transform innovative cosmetic concepts into high-quality, market-ready products with precision and care, serving brands across the globe.

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About Laboratori Aura

Established decades ago in the vibrant heart of Milan, Italy, Laboratori Aura has grown to become a trusted name in cosmetic contract manufacturing. Our journey began with a passion for excellence and a deep understanding of cosmetic science, fueled by the rich heritage of Italian craftsmanship and innovation. From our inception, we have been dedicated to partnering with brands of all sizes, from burgeoning startups to established global players, to bring their unique cosmetic visions to fruition.

At Laboratori Aura, we are more than just a manufacturer; we are your collaborative partner in product development. Our mission is centered on fostering strong relationships built on transparency, reliability, and mutual success. We understand the complexities of the cosmetic market and are equipped to navigate them, providing expert guidance every step of the way. Our state-of-the-art facility in Milan is equipped with advanced technology, allowing us to handle diverse product categories, including sophisticated skincare, innovative makeup, luxurious fragrances, and essential bodycare.

Our core values – integrity, innovation, quality, and partnership – are woven into the fabric of our operations. We believe in ethical sourcing of ingredients, sustainable manufacturing practices where possible, and rigorous quality control that exceeds industry standards. Our team comprises experienced formulators, chemists, production specialists, and regulatory experts who work seamlessly to ensure your product is not only effective and safe but also fully compliant with international regulations. We pride ourselves on our flexibility and ability to adapt to the specific needs of each client, offering tailored solutions that align with your brand identity and market goals.

Investing in continuous research and development is paramount to us. We stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements, ingredient trends, and market demands to offer cutting-edge formulations and solutions. Whether you require developing a completely new product from scratch, reformulating an existing one, or scaling up production, Laboratori Aura possesses the technical prowess and operational capacity to deliver. Our Milan location provides strategic advantages, placing us at the crossroads of European fashion, design, and innovation, allowing us to draw inspiration and resources that enrich our development process.

We operate under strict confidentiality agreements to protect your proprietary formulas and brand information, ensuring your intellectual property is secure with us. Our commitment to quality is verified by international certifications, giving you and your customers confidence in the integrity and safety of the products we manufacture. From initial concept brainstorming to final product delivery, our dedicated project managers provide personalized support, ensuring a smooth and efficient process that keeps you informed at every milestone. We are constantly seeking new ways to innovate and improve, exploring eco-friendly packaging options and sustainable production methods to minimize environmental impact. Our commitment to research extends beyond formulation to process optimization, always seeking more efficient and cost-effective ways to bring your products to market without compromising quality. We foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within our team, ensuring we remain at the forefront of cosmetic science and manufacturing technology. Our extensive network of suppliers allows us access to a vast array of high-quality, innovative ingredients, giving your products a competitive edge. We understand that speed to market is crucial, and our streamlined processes are designed to minimize lead times while maintaining rigorous quality control. Ultimately, our success is measured by the success of our clients, and we are deeply invested in helping your brand achieve its full potential in the global cosmetic market.

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Our Comprehensive Services

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Product Development & Formulation

Our expert R&D team comprises skilled chemists and formulators dedicated to creating unique, effective, and innovative cosmetic formulas tailored to your specific requirements. We cover everything from concept validation and ingredient selection to sample creation and stability testing, ensuring your product meets the highest standards of performance and safety. Whether you need a revolutionary serum, a sustainable lipstick, or a sensitive skin cream, we bring scientific rigor and creative flair to the development process. Our team stays ahead of trends, incorporating the latest active ingredients and formulation technologies.

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Manufacturing

Leveraging state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, we offer scalable production capabilities for a wide range of cosmetic formats including creams, lotions, gels, powders, lipsticks, mascaras, fragrances, and various skincare products. Our processes are optimized for efficiency, consistency, and hygiene, adhering strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). We handle production runs of varying sizes, providing flexible solutions to match your market demand and growth, from small batches for testing to large-scale commercial production.

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Quality Control & Testing

Quality is non-negotiable at Laboratori Aura. Our dedicated quality control department conducts rigorous testing at every stage of production – from raw material inspection to finished product release. This includes physical, chemical, and microbiological testing, stability studies, and compatibility testing with packaging. We ensure that every batch produced meets precise specifications, regulatory requirements, and your brand's performance promises, guaranteeing safety, purity, and efficacy before any product is dispatched.

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Packaging Solutions

We provide comprehensive packaging services, assisting you from selection and design concept through to filling and labeling. We work with a wide network of packaging suppliers offering diverse options – from elegant glass bottles and jars to practical tubes and innovative airless pumps. Our technical team ensures compatibility between the formula and packaging, and our filling lines are equipped to handle various product viscosities and packaging types efficiently and accurately, preparing your product for the final market.

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Supply Chain Management

Efficient supply chain management is crucial for timely and cost-effective production. We manage the sourcing of raw materials and packaging components from trusted global suppliers, ensuring traceability and compliance. Our logistics team oversees the movement of goods, optimizing inventory levels and coordinating delivery to meet your schedules, providing a seamless process from procurement to the final dispatch of your finished products to your designated distribution points.

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Private Label Services

For brands seeking a faster route to market, our private label services offer access to a curated portfolio of proven, high-quality formulations across popular categories. We provide end-to-end support, including product selection, packaging customization, branding assistance, and full-scale production and fulfillment. This allows you to quickly launch a professional product line under your own brand name, leveraging our expertise and established quality standards with minimal development time.

Your Journey With Us: The Aura Process

  1. Consultation & Concept

    It all begins with understanding your unique vision. We schedule an in-depth consultation to discuss your product ideas, target market, desired formulations, technical requirements, and business objectives. This foundational step ensures we align our capabilities with your specific goals and market positioning, setting a clear path forward and establishing a collaborative working relationship.

  2. Formulation & Development

    Our dedicated R&D team takes your concept and translates it into a tangible formula. Based on the consultation, we develop and refine compositions, focusing on ingredient efficacy, stability, safety, and sensory attributes. We work collaboratively, providing updates and seeking your feedback throughout the development phase until the formula precisely meets your expectations and is ready for scale-up.

  3. Sampling & Approval

    Once the formula is finalized, we produce samples for your thorough review and evaluation. This is a critical stage where you assess the product's texture, scent, performance, and overall quality in your own environment. We welcome your detailed feedback for any necessary adjustments before proceeding. Production moves forward only after you provide explicit, written approval of the final sample, guaranteeing your complete satisfaction.

  4. Manufacturing & QC

    With the formula approved, we move to the manufacturing phase in our GMP-certified facility. Production is carried out with meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to hygienic protocols using advanced equipment. Simultaneously, our quality control team performs comprehensive testing at various production stages, verifying purity, consistency, and adherence to specifications before the product moves to the next step, ensuring every unit meets our high standards.

  5. Packaging & Filling

    We coordinate the procurement of your chosen packaging and prepare for filling. Our advanced filling lines are equipped to handle diverse packaging types and product consistencies with precision and efficiency. We ensure accurate filling weights/volumes, secure sealing, and prepare the products for subsequent labeling and final assembly. Compatibility testing ensures the formula remains stable and performs optimally within the selected packaging throughout its shelf life.

  6. Regulatory & Compliance

    Navigating complex cosmetic regulations is our expertise. We ensure your product formulation, ingredients, and labeling comply with the requirements of your target markets (e.g., EU Cosmetics Regulation, FDA guidelines, etc.). We prepare necessary documentation, including Product Information Files (PIF), and handle notifications where required, providing you with full regulatory peace of mind and ensuring your product is ready for legal sale.

  7. Delivery & Support

    The final step is the careful packaging and dispatch of your finished goods. Our logistics team manages shipping to your specified destination, ensuring products arrive safely and on time, anywhere in the world. Our partnership doesn't end with delivery; we offer ongoing support and are available for future production runs, new product development, and consultation as your brand evolves and grows in the market.

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Our Unwavering Commitment to Quality

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At Laboratori Aura, quality isn't just a process step; it's the foundation of our identity. We are profoundly committed to delivering cosmetic products that meet the highest global standards for safety, efficacy, and stability. Our state-of-the-art facility in Milan operates under the stringent guidelines of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ensuring that every phase of production, from ingredient reception to final packaging, is conducted with unparalleled precision and hygiene. We are proudly certified ISO 22716, underscoring our dedication to implementing robust quality management systems specifically for cosmetic products, guaranteeing compliance and excellence.

Our quality control department is equipped with advanced analytical instruments and staffed by highly trained professionals. They perform comprehensive tests on all incoming raw materials, bulk products, and finished goods. This includes detailed physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses to confirm purity, potency, and absence of contaminants, ensuring everything meets our strict internal benchmarks and your product specifications. We conduct rigorous accelerated and real-time stability studies to guarantee that your product maintains its integrity and performance throughout its intended shelf life, under various environmental conditions, validating its stability over time.

Navigating the complex landscape of international cosmetic regulations is integral to our quality promise. Our dedicated regulatory affairs team stays continuously updated on global requirements, including the EU Cosmetics Regulation, FDA standards, and guidelines for other key markets around the world. We provide expert support to ensure your product formulation, ingredient list, and labeling are fully compliant with the specific regulations of your target distribution areas, minimizing regulatory hurdles and facilitating smooth market entry. This includes preparing necessary documentation such as Product Information Files (PIF) and assisting with CPNP notifications or other required local registrations.

Our commitment extends to ethical and responsible ingredient sourcing. We work closely with a vetted network of trusted global suppliers, prioritizing sustainable and high-quality raw materials that align with our standards and your brand's values, ensuring full traceability from origin to our facility. This holistic approach to quality, encompassing meticulous testing, unparalleled regulatory expertise, state-of-the-art facilities, and responsible sourcing, means you can trust Laboratori Aura to manufacture products that not only meet but consistently exceed industry benchmarks, building unwavering consumer confidence and safeguarding your brand's reputation in a competitive market.

Key Quality Highlights:

  • GMP Certified Manufacturing Facility
  • ISO 22716 Certified Quality Management System for Cosmetics
  • Rigorous Physical, Chemical, and Microbiological Testing
  • Comprehensive Accelerated & Real-Time Stability Studies
  • In-depth Packaging Compatibility Testing
  • Expert Regulatory Compliance Consulting (EU, FDA, etc.)
  • Traceable and Compliant Ingredient Sourcing
  • Dedicated, Highly Trained Quality Assurance Team

Showcase of Our Work

While respecting the confidentiality and proprietary nature of our valued partners' brands and formulas, this curated selection provides a glimpse into the diverse range of cosmetic products we have successfully developed, formulated, and manufactured. Each item represents our capability to translate unique brand visions into high-quality, innovative, and consumer-ready products across various categories, demonstrating the breadth and depth of our manufacturing expertise.

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Skincare Range
Example makeup product packaging mockup - Lipstick
Makeup Collection
Example fragrance bottle mockup - Perfume
Fine Fragrance
Example bodycare product packaging mockup - Lotion
Bodycare Essentials
Example skincare product packaging mockup - Serum
Advanced Serums
Example makeup product packaging mockup - Eyeshadow Palette
Color Cosmetics
Example bodycare product packaging mockup - Body Wash
Cleansing Products
Example skincare product packaging mockup - Cleanser
Gentle Cleansers

What Our Clients Say

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"Collaborating with Laboratori Aura was a truly exceptional experience. Their R&D team understood our vision implicitly, translating complex requirements into elegant, effective formulations faster than we anticipated. The communication was seamless, and their expertise guided us perfectly through each stage of development. They are genuine partners committed to success."

- Elisabetta Ferrari, Founder, Bellezza Pura

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"The manufacturing quality from Laboratori Aura is simply superb. Every batch is consistent, meeting our strict specifications without fail, even with complex ingredients. Their adherence to GMP standards provides immense confidence, allowing us to focus on marketing and sales knowing production is in expert hands. Their facility is world-class."

- Giuseppe Martini, Operations Director, Innovazione Cosmetica

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"Laboratori Aura's support throughout the regulatory compliance process was invaluable. They navigated the complexities effortlessly, ensuring our product was fully compliant for multiple international markets, including the challenging Asian region. Their attention to detail saved us considerable time and potential issues, making market entry smooth."

- Chiara Lombardi, Head of Regulatory Affairs, Global Cosmetics Group

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"Choosing Laboratori Aura for our private label line was the best decision we made. The process was incredibly smooth from start to finish, the existing formulations were high-quality and effective, and their team helped us customize packaging and branding effectively. We were able to launch our brand much faster than anticipated, exceeding initial sales forecasts."

- Luca Ricci, CEO, Nuova Pelle

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"The team at Laboratori Aura demonstrated exceptional technical expertise and flexibility when developing a complex, high-performance product line for us targeting professional skincare. They were highly responsive to feedback and genuinely committed to achieving the exact efficacy and sensory results we needed. A truly collaborative and skilled partner in innovation."

- Sofia Romano, Product Development Manager, High-Tech Beauty Solutions

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"Their supply chain management is incredibly efficient. We always receive timely updates, and the logistics are handled professionally. Knowing our raw materials and finished goods are managed with such care allows us to operate our business with greater predictability and less stress."

- Paolo Russo, Logistics Coordinator, Distribuzione Cosmetica

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"Working with Laboratori Aura felt like having an extension of our own team. Their support didn't stop at manufacturing; they provided valuable insights into market trends and packaging innovations that significantly benefited our product launch. Their commitment to partnership is truly commendable."

- Valentina Galli, Brand Manager, Estetica Italiana

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"The quality testing conducted by Laboratori Aura is exceptionally thorough. We receive detailed reports, and their transparency builds immense trust. We are confident that every product leaving their facility meets the highest safety and performance standards, protecting our brand reputation."

- Federico Moretti, Quality Director, Prodotti Sicuri SRL

Meet the Team

Behind every successful product manufactured at Laboratori Aura is a team of dedicated experts passionate about cosmetic science, quality, and partnership. Get to know some of the key individuals who drive innovation and excellence within our organization.

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Dr. Elena Rossi

Head of R&D

With a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and over 20 years of experience in cosmetic formulation, Dr. Rossi leads our research and development efforts. Her expertise spans innovative ingredient science, complex emulsion systems, and sustainable formulation practices. She is the driving force behind our ability to create cutting-edge cosmetic products that meet market demands and regulatory requirements.

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Marco Bianchi

Production Manager

Marco oversees all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety on the production floor. With a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in large-scale manufacturing processes within the cosmetic industry, he implements best practices and optimizes workflows to handle diverse product types and production volumes efficiently, guaranteeing timely delivery of your orders.

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Giulia Conti

Quality Assurance Lead

Giulia is responsible for maintaining and enforcing our stringent quality control protocols throughout the entire manufacturing process. Her meticulous approach and deep knowledge of international quality standards like GMP and ISO 22716 ensure that every product leaving our facility meets the highest benchmarks for purity, stability, and safety. She leads the team responsible for all testing, documentation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Get in Touch

Ready to transform your cosmetic concept into a market success? We are here to partner with you every step of the way, from initial formulation ideas to final product delivery. Reach out to discuss your project in detail, learn more about our state-of-the-art facilities and capabilities, or request a personalized consultation. Let Laboratori Aura be your trusted guide and manufacturing partner in the dynamic world of cosmetics.

Contact Information

Phone: +39 02 1234 5678

Email: info@

Address:
155 Viale Certosa, Unità C2
Milan, Lombardy, 20151
Italy

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