Handmade Cosmetics, Crafted Sustainably.
From natural ingredient sourcing to private-label delivery, Coastal Essence Co. powers your beauty brand with ethical, small-batch manufacturing.
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Our Story
Founded in 2014 amid Melbourne’s vibrant laneways, Coastal Essence Co. began with a simple mission: create professional-grade cosmetics that honour both skin and planet. Over the past decade we’ve collaborated with more than 120 visionary brands across Australia and New Zealand—guiding start-ups through their first product run and scaling established labels with responsible manufacturing.
Our Australian Certified Organic facility is equipped for cold-process emulsions, hot-fill balms, and everything in between. We champion cruelty-free chemistry, vegan alternatives, and low-minimum order quantities starting at just 250 units—perfect for pilot launches and limited-edition drops.
- ✓ Australian Certified Organic production
- ✓ Cruelty-free & vegan pathways
- ✓ Flexible small-batch volumes
Our Core Services
Natural Ingredient Sourcing
Ethically harvested botanicals, Australian native extracts, and fully traceable supply chains ensure your formulas begin with integrity.
Custom Formulation
Co-create bespoke skincare, haircare, or aromatherapy lines directly with our chemists—complete with efficacy data and safety dossiers.
Small-Batch Production
Reduce inventory risk and maintain agility. Our flexible kettles scale from 20 kg pilot runs up to 500 kg commercial lots without compromising quality.
Private Label Manufacturing
Choose from our market-tested base formulas—cleanse, hydrate, protect—and add your brand’s signature scent or hero extract.
Sustainable Packaging
Glass, PCR plastics, and compostable tubes paired with minimal-ink labels help you meet both shelf appeal and eco targets.
Quality Assurance & Testing
In-house stability, microbiology, and SPF testing meet TGA standards, giving you paperwork and peace of mind.
Sustainability In Action
Circular Packaging
68% PCR materials used 2023
Closed-loop recovery through our partnership with Melbourne’s leading recycler.
Carbon Neutral Ops
100% renewable energy since 2021
Rooftop solar offsets 92 t CO₂ annually—equivalent to 2000+ trees.
Water Conservation
12,000 L saved monthly
Closed-loop cooling system keeps our production cool without waste.
Certifications & Memberships
- APCO Signatory
- Choose Cruelty Free Certified
- ISO 22716 GMP
Our Five-Step Journey
1. Discovery & Brief
We explore your product vision, preferred actives, regulatory needs, and budget parameters.
2. Lab Sampling
Receive up to three prototype rounds accompanied by sensory data and stability snapshots.
3. Compliance & Testing
Full TGA and ACO documentation, SDS preparation, and SPF validation where required.
4. Production & Filling
Scaled manufacturing with GMP controls and real-time QC dashboards you can access.
5. Packaging & Logistics
Eco-friendly bottling, labeling, and worldwide shipping via our freight partners.
What Our Partners Say
“Coastal Essence Co. helped us launch a fully vegan skincare line in just 11 weeks—sales exceeded projections by 34 % in the first quarter.”
Sara Nguyen, Bloom & Birch
“Their low-minimum production allowed us to test niche products without huge inventory risk. Quality remained top-notch.”
Daniel Bishop, Surfside Apothecary
“The team’s transparency around sustainable sourcing aligned perfectly with our brand ethics.”
Amelia Rose, EarthGlow Organics
“Their chemists reformulated our hero serum to be palm-oil free without altering texture—customers noticed the upgrade immediately.”
Priya Patel, Coastline Beauty
“From concept to shelf, communication was seamless. We hit every milestone and landed in stores before Christmas.”
Lachlan Fisher, Mist & Moss
Meet the Experts
Olivia Hart
Founder & Lead Chemist
BSc Cosmetic Science with 12 years specialising in bio-active skincare. Olivia oversees every formulation that leaves our lab.
Kai Thompson
Operations Manager
With a background in mechanical engineering, Kai ensures our kettles run efficiently and every batch meets GMP benchmarks.
Lucy Nguyen
Sustainability Officer
Certified Environmental Auditor who negotiates supplier targets and pushes us toward closed-loop packaging across all lines.