About Us
UK-Based Cosmetic Manufacturing, Built on Experience and Trust
Star Colour Laboratories is a UK-based private label and contract manufacturer specialising in colour cosmetics, skincare, hair care, toiletries, and fragrance. Since launching in 2010, we’ve built a reputation for flexible, high-quality manufacturing with a focus on innovation, regulatory excellence, and long-term partnerships.
Whether you’re a start-up launching a single product, private label UK cosmetics or a global brand expanding your line, we deliver tailored support from concept to final delivery.
WHAT WE DO
We provide end-to-end production support across a wide range of product categories. Our in-house capabilities include:
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Custom formulation and R&D
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Scalable manufacturing (small to large batch sizes)
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Full-service filling and pack-off
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Regulatory compliance, testing & documentation
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Quality control to ISO and GMP standards
All products are manufactured in the UK at our ISO-certified cosmetic lab facility, ensuring full traceability, control, and reliability.
Our Values
Our team is committed to building long-term, transparent relationships with every client. We understand the trust required to bring your product to life, and we don’t take that lightly.
What guides us:
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Flexibility – We adapt to your project, not the other way around
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Quality – We follow strict ISO 9001 and GMP guidelines across every department
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Innovation – Our team stays ahead of trends and ingredient advances
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Sustainability – We support responsible sourcing and clean formulation strategies
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Collaboration – You’ll have direct access to decision-makers, formulators and QA leads
Who We Work With
We manufacture for a wide range of clients across the beauty and personal care sectors, including:
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Indie beauty start-ups
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Retailers creating private label ranges
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Professional salon and spa brands
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International distributors
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Scaled DTC and ecommerce brands
We support both short-run and large-volume manufacturing, with timelines and guidance to match your stage of growth.
Our Commitment
At Star Colour Laboratories, we combine technical manufacturing knowledge with a customer-first approach. Every formula we produce is tested, traceable, and compliant — and every client, regardless of size, receives the same care and attention.
Meet the team
It always hard knowing who to talk to at a new company so hopefully this will help. We pride ourselves on being approachable and knowledgeable of our customers’ needs.
Kirsty Simmons
Senior Manager/Product Development
José Abreu
Company Manager/Customer Services/Sales Administrator
Claire Taverner
Accounts/HR/Customer Services
Adrian Mellor
Technical advisor
Get In Touch!
Great projects start with great relationships. Fill out the form and a member of our team will get back to you within 2 working days.