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Makingcosmetics Inc.

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MakingCosmetics offers a wide range of cosmetic ingredients, raw materials and tools for manufacturing personal care products and color cosmetics.

MakingCosmetics Inc. was founded in 1997. The company is specializing in ingredients for making personal care products and color cosmetics. We are proud of being one of the very first company in the US that has established itself as a leading retail supplier of cosmetic ingredients for small businesses and individuals. We offer a wide range of cosmetic ingredients, raw materials and tools for manufacturing personal care products and color cosmetics. We also offer a free help service and provide a wealth of information including formulas, videos, newsletters, knowledge resources, and articles.

10/30/2026

🧛 An ingredient a vampire might use…

Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant, helping protect skin cells from environmental damage, reducing signs of aging, and improving moisture.

So, you know, benefits that an immortal being might find beneficial in their skincare routine. Not at all for the color or viscosity being similar to… other things🩸

Happy spooky season!

Learn more about this algae-derived ingredient on the Astaxanthin Blend product page at MakingCosmetics.com

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10/28/2026

You know her, you love her 💜

I wish you could smell this product through the screen because it is heavenly 😍

Lavender is well known to have anti-irritating, soothing, and calming properties over many areas, including the skin!

Learn more on the Lavender Essential Oil product page at MakingCosmetics.com

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10/26/2026

🎃 On this National Pumpkin Day, we’re offering a ready-to-make kit with a blend of nature’s best ingredients designed to hydrate and rejuvenate your skin.

Infused with soothing Chamomile Essence Water and antioxidant rich Pumpkin Seed Oil, this cream helps to brighten and even skin tone.

Apricot Kernel Oil provides deep moisture, while Pomegranate Glycerite and Vitamin E work to protect and rejuvenate your complexion.

A touch of Lavender Essential Oil adds a calming aroma, making it the perfect formulation for all skin types.

Limited quantity, 20% off.

Learn more on the Pumpkin Face Cream Kit product page at MakingCosmetics.com

10/23/2026

Maybe the real horror is the ingredients we spilled along the way…

On this National Horror Movie Day, we’re screaming over the ingredients we’ve lost in the pursuit of formulating something great.

What tips do you have for your fellow formulators to avoid simple slips like these?

Learn more about this ingredient on the Quince Fruit Extract product page at MakingCosmetics.com

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10/21/2026

Light, natural, hair conditioner base that will seal in moisture and reduce static electricity for easier styling.

Contains Provitamin B5 and Wheat Protein to strengthen hair, and balanced pH leaves hair shiny, soft and healthy.

Can be further customized with various active ingredients to meet your needs.

Learn more on the Hair Conditioner Base product page at MakingCosmetics.com

10/19/2026

Put it in the incubator… ⏲️

Restocked by popular demand!

Find these Microbial Test Strips in packs of 2 or 10 at MakingCosmetics.com

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10/16/2026

Meet Karin, our founder and CEO 👋

A cosmetic formulator from Switzerland, Karin created what was to become MakingCosmetics Inc in 1997.

That means we’re coming up on our 30-year anniversary! Stay tuned for some special deals and celebrations.

10/14/2026

For a Creamy Emulsion: Naturally derived, cationic self-emulsifying wax & quaternary conditioner consisting of 75% of cetearyl alcohol and 25% of behentrimonium methosulfate (derived from colza oil of the natural plant Colza).

Skin care products: gives superior cationic emulsions with soft powdery feel, thickening and stabilizing effects, able to emulsify silicone up to 50%

Hair care products: excellent conditioning and detangling effects, superior wet combing, very gentle for leave-on products.

Learn more on the CreamMaker® CAT product page at MakingCosmetics.com

10/12/2026

High purity pigment.

Can be tinted with titanium dioxide to create different light yellow shades.

Great for all kinds of color cosmetics, personal care products, soaps.

Learn more on the Iron Oxide Yellow product page at MakingCosmetics.com

10/09/2026

A 2-in-1 That Works.

Mild, sulfate and paraben free conditioning shampoo base, ready for your customization.

Add additional ingredients and fragrances to give it some personal flair, or keep it as is for a simple go-to.

This incredibly gentle but effective cleanser lathers wonderfully for a deep cleanse. Formulated to leave the hair and scalp soft, conditioned, and silky smooth.

Learn more on the Conditioning Shampoo Base 2:1 product page at MakingCosmetics.com

Address

10800 231st Way NE, Suite 100
Redmond, WA
98053

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14252929502

Website

http://www.makingcosmetics.com/

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