Next Step Laboratories is a research-driven cosmetic contract manufacturer that develops ingredients and finished formulations for consumer brands. Based in Richmond Hill, the company works closely with chemists and product-development teams, pairing formulation expertise with technologies such as its patent-pending, naturally derived NeXome delivery system. Its development platform includes in vitro and clinical testing, supported by a global network of university and independent researchers.
Keseana Cosmetic LabsFounded by cosmetic chemist Milan Scott, Keseana Cosmetic Labs is a boutique R&D lab developing beauty products for emerging and established brands. The Randallstown company guides projects from custom formulation through testing and manufacturing support, with experience spanning skincare, hair care, baby care and other personal-care categories. Keseana also supports early-stage founders through education and a scholarship for minorities pursuing higher education in STEM.RANDALLSTOWN, MD
Dermegen IncWith more than 100 years of combined cosmetics and pharmaceutical experience behind it, Dermegen Inc. is a scientist-led clean-science company serving the skin-care and personal-care industry. Its Hauppauge team includes more than 20 PhD scientists and formulation chemists, who develop and substantiate proprietary technologies for brand partners, notably through fermentation-based research and skin biology testing.HAUPPAUGE, NY
TRPL LLCBuilt around deep transdermal-drug-delivery expertise, TRPL LLC is a contract research laboratory developing and testing customized drug-delivery systems and products for pharmaceutical, over-the-counter, cosmeceutical, and nutraceutical companies. Its New York and New Jersey laboratories support formulation and product development, with particular strength in in-vitro percutaneous absorption studies and in-vivo models. The scientific team brings more than 75 years of combined experience, including leadership from a former Long Island University pharmaceutical-sciences professor who authored more than 100 research papers.PARAMUS, NJ
Neuvian SkincareBuilt on organic chemistry, biotechnology, and epigenetics, New York-based Neuvian Skincare makes science-driven luxury skincare and haircare formulations. Its distinctive approach centers on proprietary Bioidentical Dual Peptide, Smart Release Polymer, and Nanocarrier Complex technologies, including the patented formula behind its NMF+ Rejuvenation Serum. Products are manufactured in the United States at a GMP ISO 22716-certified facility.