Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant Establishes Beauty ColLABoration House Near L.A., Seeks to Engage Indies

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant announced the opening of its Beauty ColLABoration House near Los Angeles on Dec. 10, 2024. Per the company, the state-of-the-art facility is designed to “revolutionize” the way cosmetic formulations and concepts are developed by emphasizing direct collaboration to meet the specific needs of customers in this region.

The opening of the Beauty ColLABoration House follows the recent integration of Lucas Meyer Cosmetics into Clariant, a move that significantly strengthens Clariant’s position in the specialty chemical industry and expands its footprint in North America.

Beauty ColLABoration House to Drive Growth

According to Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant, the Beauty ColLABoration House is expected to drive “remarkable” growth, helping to increase annual sales from around $100 million currently to $180 million by 2028. It will achieve such by leveraging this new collaborative approach to product development. Reportedly, “boundaries will be pushed, conventions will be challenged, and the next generation of cosmetic formulations will be created in close collaboration with valued customers.”

The company explained the facility’s name emphasizes the “LAB” component, highlighting its role as a collaborative space where customers work hand-in-hand with in-house experts to develop new formulations using:

• active and functional ingredients, as well as
• exotic oils, butters and clays offered by Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant.

Innovating Alongside Customers; Connecting with Indies, Consultants and Contract Manufacturers

Christian Vang, president of Clariant’s Business Unit Care Chemicals and the Americas region, stated, “The opening of this new facility on December 10th marked a significant shift in how we approach cosmetic innovation. It’s not just about showcasing our ingredients, it’s about working alongside our customers to create the next generation of beauty products…”

“At Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant, it is imperative that we align our strategy with local industry trends,” adds Jackie Kim, sales director for North America at the company. “The indie brand landscape also involves key players such as consultants and contract manufacturers. One of our objectives is to establish direct connections with them and with the emerging brands.”

As Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant opens the doors to this new facility, it invites customers to experience a new level of partnership in cosmetic formulation, blending innovative ingredients with the creative vision of beauty brands.