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As the global demand for personal care and cosmetic products continues to rise, the need for high-quality, innovative, and sustainable raw materials has never been greater. Cosmetic raw material suppliers play a critical role in shaping product performance, safety, and consumer appeal. From emulsifiers and active ingredients to botanical extracts and sensory enhancers, these suppliers form the foundation of skincare, haircare, and beauty formulations. This article highlights some of the top cosmetic raw material manufacturers around the world, categorized by region including China, India, the United States, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and other key global players, shedding light on their strengths, core products, and contributions to the evolving beauty industry.
Company Name | Advantages | Key Products |
20 years in nutritional and health ingredients, HACCP, KOSHER, HALAL certification for global compliance | Ergothioneine Powder, Spermidine Powder, Alpha Lipoic Acid Powder | |
Guangzhou Tinci Materials Technology | Asia's largest producer of amphoteric surfactants | Rheology Modifier, Mild Taurate Surfactant, Mild Surfactant, Silicone |
Sinoway Industrial Co. | 30 years experience of exporting to Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Japan, Korea, and other Asia countries, etc. | Guaiazulene, Lactobionic Acid, Azelaic acid, Natural Creosote |
Guangzhou Reachin Chemical Co., Ltd. | 16 product lines with a yearly capacity of over 20,000 tons | Emulsifier, Thickener & suspension stabilizing agent, Surfactant |
Chengdu Youngshe Chemical Co., Ltd. | More than 2000 kinds of cosmetic peptides. catalog peptides, pharmaceutical peptides, proteins, etc. | Heptapeptide-7, Acetyl Hexapeptide-49, Acetyl Hexapeptide-37 |
DSM Nutritional Products (China) Ltd. | 150+ years of combined scientific discovery and innovation heritage | Vitamins, UV filters, actives |
Wuxi Zhufeng Fine Chemical | Main markets cover Europe, America, and megapolis in China | 1,2-Octanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)propane-1,2-diol cosmetic grade, Caprylyl Glycol |
Shenzhen BST Science & Technology | More than 10 categories of personal care ingredients and its products ranges over 60 species | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Nonapeptide-1 |
BLi-T (Hefei) Chemical Co., Ltd. | Customized production & formulation cooperation | Hydroxyacetophenone, Ectoin, Cysteamine Hydrochloride |
Shanxi Zorui Biotechnology Co., Ltd. | Partnership with the world 500 strong biotechnology companies | PPG-9 Ethylhexeth-5, Lauramidopropyl Betaine 35% LAPB Surfactant, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate (DLS) |
To know more detailed information, please refer to Top 10 Cosmetic Raw Material Suppliers in China.
Company Name | Advantages | Key Products |
Galaxy Surfactants | Leading specialty surfactants provider; sustainable oleochemical-based range; >200 products, 75+ global markets | Performance surfactants, specialty care ingredients (UV filters, proteins, preservative blends) |
Vivimed Labs | Global specialty chem and pharma supplier; broad actives portfolio; strong R&D and global presence | Anti-wrinkle, anti-ageing, sunscreens, hair actives, oral care actives |
VedaOils | Bulk supplier of natural and herbal ingredients | Essential oils, herbal powders, carrier oils |
Gravity Chemicals | Trusted distributor for skincare, haircare ingredients | Emulsifiers, surfactants, additives |
Atul Limited | Large diversified chemical group serving personal care markets | Specialty chemicals for cosmetics |
Pharmacos India | Known for innovative cosmetic actives and formulations | Proprietary actives such as color cosmetics, skincare ingredients |
Caltron Clays | Global supplier of cosmetic-grade clays and minerals | Clays, extenders, bulking agents |
Bansal Trading Company | Broad supplier of functional cosmetic ingredients | Color cosmetics ingredients, skincare raw materials |
Camlin Fine Sciences | Leader in antioxidants and performance chemicals | Antioxidants, functional cosmetic ingredients |
Fineotex Chemical* | Specialty chemicals with diverse applications (some cosmetic relevance) | Specialty chemical intermediates |
To know more detailed information, please refer to Top 10 Cosmetic Raw Material Suppliers in India.
Company Name | Advantages | Key Products |
Inolex | Pioneer of sustainable ingredient alternatives; RSPO-certified | Sustainable surfactants, emulsifiers, preservatives |
BASF Personal Care (USA) | Broadest natural/organic cosmetic ingredient portfolio; COSMOS & Ecolabel compliance | Surfactants, emulsifiers, polymers, actives, UV filters |
Sensient Technologies (Beauty Division) | Global leader in colors, fragrances & actives; strong sensory expertise | Pigments, dyes, texturizers, UV filters, sensory enhancers |
Evonik Personal Care | Pioneer in biosurfactants, biotech actives, ceramides; strong innovation platform | Biosurfactants (RHEANCE®, SOPHANCE®), ECOHANCE®, ceramides |
Croda Inc. | Global R&D leader in specialty cosmetic ingredients; strong US operations | Surfactants, lipids, bioactives, advanced actives |
Ashland | Large supplier of cosmetic and functional ingredients | Specialty actives, polymers, emulsifiers |
Dow | Broad chemical portfolio for personal care | Emollients, functional polymers, delivery systems |
Gattefossé | Emollient and actives specialist for niche applications | Emollients, structured actives |
Lubrizol | Emulsification and performance solutions for skincare and personal care | Emulsifiers, stabilizers, texture modifiers |
Symrise | Fragrance and active ingredients provider with global footprint | Actives, botanicals, fragrance compounds |
Elementis | Functional personal care ingredients provider, strong in specialty chemicals | Thickeners, emulsifiers, conditioning polymers |
To know more detailed information, please refer to Top 10 Cosmetic Raw Material Suppliers in the USA.
To know more detailed information, please refer to Top 10 Cosmetic Raw Material Suppliers in South Africa.
Company Name | Advantages | Key Products |
Croda International | Heritage supplier with global footprint in specialty cosmetic chemicals | Lanolin, surfactants, lipids |
Adina Cosmetic Ingredients | Innovative trend-led supplier; technical support expertise | Upcycled, microbiome-friendly, new-generation ingredients |
Aromantic Ltd | Ethical, organic ingredient provider with free formulation guidance | Carrier oils, extracts, natural emulsifiers |
Infinity Ingredients | Supplier servicing UK & Ireland beauty ingredient needs | Specialty cosmetic ingredients |
Alfa Chemicals Personal Care | Broad functional and active ingredient portfolio | Emulsifiers, texturizers, actives |
Mystic Moments UK | Retail supplier with broad cosmetic ingredient range | Herbal extracts, vitamins, micas, liquid raw materials |
Elementis plc | Functional ingredient provider with decades of experience | Thickeners, emulsifiers, conditioning polymers |
Evonik (UK) | Same as above—UK operations focused on sustainable biosolutions | Biosurfactants, botanicals, ceramides, ECOHANCE® |
Inolex (UK) | Sustainability-driven ingredient innovator (global operations) | Palm-free surfactants, silicone replacements |
IFF | Leading fragrance and actives supplier | Botanicals, actives, scent compounds |
To know more detailed information, please refer to Top 10 Cosmetic Raw Material Suppliers in the UK.
