Process

KOSMONEXT / HOW WE WORK

From Your Product Idea
to Global Shipment.

From your first reference product to shipment, one Korean manager coordinates your cosmetics development journey. Know what happens next, what we manage and where your approval matters.

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Consultation & Brief

Tell us what you want to create.

Share your reference product, desired features, target market and planned quantity. Your KOSMONEXT manager brings these requirements together into one development brief.

Your partShare your product direction and target launch timing.

Stage outcomeA clear product brief for feasibility review.

Find Your Reference Product

Product Planning & Manufacturer Selection

Choose the right development route.

We review your product type, target specifications, planned quantity and production requirements, then select and coordinate with a suitable Korean manufacturer. KOSMONEXT remains your single point of contact throughout the project.

Your partConfirm your product priorities, target market and planned quantity.

Stage outcomeDevelopment direction and manufacturing feasibility confirmed.

Explore Product References

Formula Development & Initial Sample

Turn the brief into an initial sample.

We coordinate the formula direction and initial sample production with the selected manufacturer, using your benchmark, ingredient preferences and requested features.

Your partConfirm the intended texture, ingredient preferences and features to keep or change.

Stage outcomeAn initial sample prepared for your review.

What happens during sample development
  • Confirm the agreed formula direction and benchmark features.
  • Coordinate initial sample preparation with the manufacturer.
  • Arrange sample delivery and explain what to evaluate.

Sampling, Feedback & Approval

Test the sample and approve the formula.

Test the sample and share consolidated feedback on texture, absorption, scent and the agreed performance criteria. We coordinate revisions with the manufacturer and record your approval of the final sample.

Your partReview each sample and confirm your approval once the agreed requirements are met.

Stage outcomeSample feedback incorporated and the formula approved.

How to review your sample
  • Compare the sample with the agreed brief and reference product.
  • Send specific feedback together so revisions follow one clear direction.
  • Review the revised sample and approve the formula before production.
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Packaging & Final Specifications

Confirm the product that will be produced.

We coordinate the container, closure, decoration, carton and fill volume. Packaging compatibility, artwork, the final quotation and production specifications are reviewed together before manufacturing.

Your partApprove the packaging, artwork, final specifications and quotation.

Stage outcomePackaging, final specifications and quotation confirmed.

What to approve before production
  • Container, closure, fill volume and carton specifications.
  • Artwork, decoration and the agreed packaging compatibility checks.
  • Final formula, order quantity, quotation and production specifications.

Manufacturing

Move from approval to production.

After final approvals and agreed arrangements, we coordinate the production schedule with the manufacturer, including material readiness, filling and packing. We follow up on progress and communicate changes that affect your project.

Your partConfirm production authorization and the agreed order details.

Stage outcomeProduction completed for final quality review.

How production is coordinated
  • Confirm approvals and material readiness before scheduling production.
  • Coordinate manufacturing, filling and packing milestones.
  • Share relevant progress updates and follow up on schedule changes.

Final Quality Check & Release

Confirm readiness for shipment.

Quality management runs through three checkpoints: sample approval, checks during production and final pre-shipment review. At this stage, we coordinate the final review against the agreed specifications and follow up on any issues before release.

Your partReview any items requiring confirmation against the agreed quality criteria.

Stage outcomeAgreed quality checks completed and shipment release confirmed.

View the three quality checkpoints
  • Sample approval: confirm the approved sample and product specifications.
  • During production: coordinate the agreed manufacturing and packaging checks.
  • Before shipment: review finished goods, packaging and order details, and resolve outstanding issues. Additional testing follows the scope agreed for your project.

Export & Logistics

Prepare the documents and shipment.

We coordinate export documents and shipping arrangements for the agreed destination. Market-specific documentation and testing needs are reviewed during planning and followed through before shipment.

Your partConfirm the destination, consignee details and required import documents.

Stage outcomeExport documents prepared and shipment arranged.

What is confirmed for shipping
  • Destination, consignee, shipping method and agreed delivery arrangements.
  • Required export documents and destination-specific information.
  • Dispatch arrangements and shipment details for the buyer.

PLANNING YOUR PROJECT

Typical Timeline

An indicative starting point for planning. Your project schedule is confirmed after reviewing the product and requirements.

  1. Wk 1–2Brief & Formula Direction
  2. Wk 3–5Sample & Feedback
  3. Wk 6–8Documentation & Packaging
  4. Wk 9–12Mass Production & QC
  5. Wk 13+Shipment & Launch

Sample development typically takes around 2 weeks; timing may vary by product type. Packaging and documentation work may overlap with other stages. Please note that timelines may vary depending on factory schedules and capacity, sample revisions, testing and approval requirements.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Let's plan your first sample.

Choose a Korean product to benchmark or submit your own development brief. We will reply within 24 hours.

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