Why this exists
Before you scale, get a chemist's eye on your formula.
Some founders walk into manufacturing with a kitchen recipe. Some walk in with a perfumer's brief. Either way — before you commit to 500 units, before you sign with a contract manufacturer, before you spend three months on packaging — it pays to have your formula reviewed by someone who has seen what works and what fails in real lab conditions.
That is what Formula Review is for. It is the cheapest step in your launch that saves the most money down the line.
Included for NZ$650
Everything you receive.
Written technical report covering ingredient analysis, INCI verification, stability red flags, and recommended ingredient swaps.
1 formulation reviewed per engagement
Region-specific regulatory notes for New Zealand, Australia (AICIS), United States (FDA), United Kingdom, and EU (CPNP).
Delivered within 7–10 business days from receipt of your intake form. No chasing, no surprises.
Honest disclaimer
Where the review ends — and lab work begins.
Formula Review is a desk-based analysis. We bring decades of cosmetic chemistry to your formula on paper, flag the issues we can see, and recommend the changes that matter most. But this service does not include physical sampling, prototype manufacturing, packaging compatibility testing, or 12-week stability validation — those are separate steps.
Every cosmetic formula must still be physically sampled and stability-tested before being marketed or sold. We are honest about this upfront so you can plan your launch budget realistically. If you want lab validation, Formula Supplied (from NZ$1,750) is the natural next step — and the Formula Review fee credits toward it.
Pair with
Other ways we can help.
NZ$150
Consultation
A 30-minute video call. Best if you have a single technical question or want guidance on which pathway fits.
Book a call →From NZ$1,750
Formula Supplied
We sample your formula in our Auckland lab and run 12-week accelerated stability testing.
View service →NZ$2k–5k
The Accelerator
Semi-custom development on a validated base. Launch-ready in 3–4 months.
Learn more →Frequently asked
A written technical report covering ingredient analysis, INCI verification, stability red flags, regulatory notes for NZ/AU/US/UK/EU, and recommended ingredient swaps. Up to 2 formulations per engagement. Delivered within 7–10 business days.
Formula Review is a desk-based analysis only. It does not include physical sampling, prototype manufacturing, packaging compatibility testing, or 12-week stability validation. If you need lab work, Formula Supplied (from NZ$1,750) covers all of the above and the Formula Review fee credits toward it.
Yes. The Formula Review fee credits toward Formula Supplied (NZ$1,750–2,250) if you decide to take your formula into the lab. It also credits toward The Accelerator (NZ$2,000–5,000) or The Visionary (NZ$4,000–10,000+) if you decide to start over with full development. Mention it when you book the next step.
We treat all formulas as confidential by default. If your business requires a separate NDA, we are happy to sign one before you share your formula — email us at hello@theincilab.com.
Order on this page. Within one business day we send you our intake form. You return it with your full ingredient list (with percentages), method of manufacture, and any specific questions you want addressed. Written report arrives 7–10 business days later.
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Not sure if Formula Review is the right step? Start with a call.
If you are between Consultation, Formula Review, and Formula Supplied, the fastest answer is a 30-minute call. We will tell you which step fits your project, what it will cost, and what to expect.
Book a NZ$150 consultation