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SOLUTIONS

Develop cosmetics.
Master processes.
Deliver products.

artefactum connects formulation development, scale-up, manufacturing and filling in an integrated development and production process.

01 / FROM IDEA TO PRODUCT

An idea does not become a finished product in a single step.

From formulation and process development to manufacturing and filling. Our services work together, with a modular scope tailored to your project. Not every project needs every phase.

Violet gel and white cream streams representing formulation development
01

DEVELOP

From idea to formulation

  • Formulation development
  • Formula adaptation
  • Active ingredient concepts
  • Laboratory testing
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Custom formulations are aligned with your brand, audience and positioning. Existing concepts can be adapted to texture, product goals and project requirements.

Material flowing through glass rings representing process transfer
02

INDUSTRIALIZE

From laboratory to robust process

  • Scale-up
  • Process transfer
  • Process optimisation
  • Documentation
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Formulation and manufacturing conditions are considered together. Relevant process steps, tests and release criteria are defined and documented for the project.

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Consistent cream and gel structure representing manufacturing
03

MANUFACTURE

Towards controlled manufacturing

  • Procurement
  • Production
  • Quality management
  • Batch-related testing
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Raw materials and packaging components are sourced to suit the project. Manufacturing, process control and product-related testing form a coordinated workflow.

Cosmetic jar representing the finished product
04

FINISH

From bulk to market-ready product

  • Filling
  • Labelling
  • Assembly
  • Packaging
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Jars, bottles, tubes or sachets: formulation, packaging and filling need to work together. Labelling and assembly complete the agreed scope.

  1. IDEA
  2. DEVELOP
  3. INDUSTRIALIZE
  4. MANUFACTURE
  5. FINISH
  6. MARKET

02 / FORMULATION · PROCESS

A formulation is
only the beginning.

The formulation takes shape in the laboratory. Production adds process understanding, temperature control, mixing conditions and the order of addition. Which factors matter depends on the formulation system.

Considering formulation and process together creates a sound basis for stable, reproducible manufacturing.

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  1. Formulation

    Actives, texture and target product properties.

  2. Process understanding

    Mixing conditions, temperature control and order of addition.

  3. Robust process

    Structure development, transferability and reproducibility.

  4. Production

    Coordinated manufacturing, testing and documentation.

03 / THREE ROUTES INTO PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Different projects need different starting points.

ACTIVES WORLD

ACTIVES WORLD

From active ingredient to formulation idea.

Connect ingredient knowledge with formulation development and product positioning.

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FastTrack

FASTTRACK

A faster route to a market-ready product.

Select proven formulation foundations, adapt them to your needs and develop your own product concept.

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CosVention

COSVENTION

Make innovation part of your brand.

Technologies, textures and distinctive product concepts for existing or new product ranges.

CosVention — explore

04 / YOUR PROJECT

Where is your project today?

05 / CONNECTED CAPABILITIES

Development and manufacturing work together.

Our laboratories, process equipment and production areas work together. This connects formulation development with suitable manufacturing processes and finished products. Scope, testing and documentation are agreed for each project.

See how our services connect
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artefactum · Production in Rudolstadt

Formulation Science

Development and adaptation of cosmetic formulations.

Process Engineering

Scale-up, process transfer and industrial feasibility.

Production & Quality

Controlled manufacturing, quality management and product-related testing.

Filling & Finishing

Filling, labelling and assembly.

06 / FROM LAB TO PRODUCTION

Scale-up is more than
a larger batch.

Transferring a laboratory formulation into production requires an understanding of both formulation and process. Equipment geometry, mixing and heat transfer can change material development. Together, we define a route to suitable, documented manufacturing conditions.

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07 / WHY ARTEFACTUM

Development partner and manufacturer.

We connect scientific expertise with industrial implementation at our site in Rudolstadt.

RUDOLSTADT
GERMANY · MADE IN GERMANY

01

Formulation Science

Custom formulations and technology concepts.

02

Process Engineering

Transfer into suitable, defined manufacturing processes.

03

Production & Filling

Controlled manufacturing and flexible filling concepts.

04

Quality & Documentation

Testing, documentation and regulatory support within the agreed project scope.

08 / TECHNICAL ORIENTATION

Cosmetic development, manufacturing and filling with one partner.

As a cosmetics manufacturer in Germany, artefactum supports brands from formulation development to production, filling and documentation. Whether you need a new product concept, formula adaptation or contract manufacturing, the services we provide depend on your project.

For private label cosmetics, we connect product positioning, formulation and industrial feasibility. Filling also requires a joint assessment of product and packaging: jars, bottles, tubes and sachets place different demands on filling, labelling and assembly.

Quality management, batch-related testing and project documentation accompany implementation. CosVention provides access to new formulation architectures, active systems, sensory innovation and marine biotechnology, while FastTrack and ACTIVES WORLD offer further focused starting points.

09 / YOUR NEXT PROJECT

Which solution fits your project?

Whether you have an initial idea, an existing formulation or specific manufacturing requirements, we will identify the right starting point together.