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Cosmetics manufacturer for West African brands

Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Niger, Benin: we manufacture your skin and hair care under your brand, with the documentation your importers and authorities need.

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A client visiting the Carmel Cosmetics Labs factory in front of the filling line
Our factory, your products

Made in Aït Melloul, sold in West Africa

Our factory is in Aït Melloul, Greater Agadir. We support West African brands and distributors remotely, on WhatsApp or by video call, and welcome you at the factory by appointment.

Schedule a factory visit

A cosmetics manufacturer for West African brands and distributors

Hot climates, textured hair and demanding distribution channels: your products have to keep up.

Skincare brands

Care for skin and textured hair

  • Curly hair shampoo
  • Curly hair mask
  • Curly hair conditioner
  • Soothing cream
  • Tinted sunscreen SPF 50

Formulas designed for curly and coily hair and for hot climates.

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Distributors and wholesalers

Your private label range

  • Shower gel
  • Liquid hand soap
  • Moisturizing body lotion
  • Moisturizing shampoo
  • Traditional Moroccan black soap

Hygiene and care products under your name, in retail sizes or in bulk.

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Hair salons and beauty institutes

Your professional treatments

  • Curly hair mask
  • Anti-hair-loss treatment oil
  • Anti-hair-loss serum
  • Rhassoul scrub
  • Soothing massage oil

Large sizes for the salon, small sizes for resale.

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Distributor checking a carton of skincare bottles in a warehouse

Products and files ready for import

Each West African country has its own rules for importing and registering cosmetics. Your importer or distributor will tell you which apply; we provide the product information file and our factory certificates that form the basis of these procedures.

  • FilePIF and safety assessment
  • FactoryISO 22716 and ISO 9001 certified
  • Standardsformulas compliant with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
  • Internationalfacility registered with the FDA (MoCRA)
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From your idea to your products

  1. 1 / 4

    Discovery call

    Your countries, channels and products, on WhatsApp, by video call or at the factory.

  2. 2 / 4

    Samples

    You test the formulas with your customers.

  3. 3 / 4

    Customization

    Formula, packaging, labeling and a file for your importers.

  4. 4 / 4

    Production

    Manufacturing and quality control in our ISO 22716 factory, then shipping to your country.

Carmel Cosmetics Labs at a glance

Brands supported
500+ in 35+ countries
Minimum order
Accessible MOQ
Standards
ISO 22716 · ISO 9001
Regulations
EU (EC 1223/2009) · FDA (MoCRA)

What our clients say

4.9/5 from 84 Google reviews

★★★★★
“I was delighted to work with the CARMEL COSMETICS LABS laboratory on my brand sold in Niger. I am satisfied with the products and above all with the quality of the teams' service and support.”
Salim B. · Google review, July 2025
★★★★★
“Simply exceptional, high-quality products! Satisfaction guaranteed! Customers are delighted!”
Désirée B. · Google review, June 2022
★★★★★
“I was looking to create a skincare line and Carmel Cosmetics Labs makes it so easy for me! Excellent, high-quality products and exceptional service.”
Imad O. · Google review, May 2022

Products documented for import

Each certification answers a question an importer or distributor asks before listing a brand.

Filling line at the Carmel Cosmetics Labs factory in Aït Melloul

“Are your products made under proper conditions?”

Yes: ISO 22716 and ISO 9001 certified factory

Certified by Bureau Veritas for cosmetic good manufacturing practices and quality management. Come and see for yourself, by appointment.

ISO 22716 Bureau Veritas logoISO 9001 Bureau Veritas logoGMP good manufacturing practices logo

“Do my products meet EU standards?”

Yes: formulas that meet EU standards

Compliant with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, with a Product Information File and safety assessment.

USDA Organic logoEU organic label logo

“Do you have organic formulas?”

Yes: certified organic formulas

USDA Organic and the EU organic label.

ONSSA logoAMMPS

“Is it authorized in Morocco?”

Yes: ONSSA and AMMPS

ONSSA health authorization and AMMPS medical device manufacturer authorization.

FDA MoCRA registered badge

“What if I also sell online abroad?”

Facility registered with the FDA (MoCRA)

To export your products to the United States.

Get our certificates

Our team sends you copies on WhatsApp, with a list of formulas suited to your business.

Request the certificates

Also: Responsible Care (health, safety, environment).

Questions about manufacturing cosmetics for West Africa

Another question? An advisor will answer you on WhatsApp.

Do you manufacture for brands in Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire?

Yes. We manufacture skin care, hair care and hygiene products under your brand for brands and distributors in Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire and across West Africa.

Do you have products for curly and coily hair?

Yes. Curly hair shampoos, conditioners and masks, plus hair oils and serums, are part of our catalog, under your brand.

What documents do you provide for import?

We provide the product information file and our factory certificates (ISO 22716, ISO 9001). Your importer will advise you on the procedures specific to your country.

Do you offer private label for distributors?

Yes. Shower gels, soaps, body lotions and shampoos are available under your brand, in retail sizes or in bulk.

Where is your factory?

Our factory is in Aït Melloul, Greater Agadir, Morocco. We support West African brands remotely, on WhatsApp or by video call.

Can we visit your factory?

Yes, by appointment. You see our manufacturing and filling lines and approve your samples on site.

What is the minimum order quantity?

We offer an accessible MOQ. Your quote sets out quantities based on the products, sizes and packaging you choose.

What is the production lead time?

It depends on your formulas, sizes and packaging: it is defined with you in the quote.

Your brand, made for West Africa

Tell us your countries, products and channels: you get a formula selection and a detailed quote, with no commitment.

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