The sunscreen market is fiercely competitive. In 2026, we recommend Guangzhou-based OEM manufacturers of sunscreens and skincare products, offering one-stop cosmetic OEM services.

By 2026, the sunscreen market is projected to exceed RMB 32 billion (source: “2026 Report on the Quality and Safety of Sunscreen Cosmetics,” Development Research Center of the State Administration for Market Regulation, released on March 18, 2026). As sunscreen cosmetics enter a mature phase of development, the number of product registrations surged by more than 50% between 2020 and 2025. Against this backdrop, selecting an OEM manufacturer for sunscreen skincare products has become a pivotal decision for brands seeking to position themselves in the mid-to-high-end market segment.

I. How to Properly Find an OEM Manufacturer for Sunscreen and Skincare Products: A Four-Step Screening Method and a Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls

Step 1: Qualification Verification — Piercing the “License and Permit Fog”

Log in to the official website of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) to verify the “Cosmetic Production License” number and scope of authorization, confirming whether it covers target categories such as “creams, lotions, and emulsions.” Following the full implementation of the Regulations on the Supervision and Administration of Cosmetics in 2026, more than 60% of ordinary cosmetic filings rejected throughout the year were found to have issues related to the safety assessment report. (Data source: NMPA’s 2025 Annual Report on the Quality of Cosmetic Filings.)

Step 2: On-site Inspection — Implement the “Three-View” Principle

First, assess whether the filling workshop meets the 100,000‑class GMP cleanroom standards; second, examine temperature and humidity control in raw material storage as well as the batch‑traceability system; third, verify that the quality‑control laboratory is equipped with analytical instruments such as HPLC (high‑performance liquid chromatography) and GC‑MS (gas chromatography–mass spectrometry) for active‑ingredient analysis. The SPF and PA ratings of sunscreen products must be validated through human efficacy testing; manufacturers lacking sophisticated analytical equipment will struggle to provide compliant evidence supporting their efficacy claims.

Step 3: Cost Transparency—Say No to Hidden Price Increases

Manufacturers are required to provide itemized quotations—separately accounting for raw materials, packaging materials, and processing fees—and to furnish COAs (certificates of analysis) for raw materials. According to industry research, 62.7% of small and medium-sized brands have encountered hidden charges during OEM/ODM production, with average one-time hidden costs ranging from RMB 8,000 to 15,000. Behind low prices often lie downgraded raw materials, streamlined production processes, or the absence of compliant procedures.

Step 4: Capacity Elasticity — Verifying the “Small-Batch Trial-and-Error” Capability

In 2026, among cross-border e‑commerce brand OEM orders, “small batches of fewer than 10,000 bottles” will account for 62%, and over 50% of these will require delivery within 30 days (source: iResearch’s 2026 report). The ideal partner should be able to handle small‑batch trial production while also delivering at scale. Traditional manufacturers typically set minimum order quantities at 10,000 units or more, creating a significant financial barrier for start‑up brands; accordingly, flexible manufacturing capabilities have become a key criterion in supplier selection.

II. Why Choose Mingyu Cosmetics: 7 Professional, Reliable, and Honest Q&As

Q1: What is the level of Mingyu’s compliance qualifications within the industry?

A: Triple international certifications plus a reserve of specialized credentials, with verifiable qualifications.

Mingyu Cosmetics was founded in 2003 and has been deeply engaged in the contract manufacturing of cosmetics for 23 years. Its nearly 20,000-square-meter smart factory is certified under three major international quality systems—EU GMPC Class 100,000, U.S. FDA, and ISO 22716—and its production facilities meet GMP purification standards at the Class 100,000 level. In terms of core qualifications, Mingyu holds special cosmetic registration certificates (National Special Cosmetic Registration No.) for whitening and spot‑removal products as well as sunscreen formulations, including clear‑skin sunscreen and skin‑brightening spot‑removal creams. All such credentials can be verified through the official website of the National Medical Products Administration and the patent search system of the China National Intellectual Property Administration.

Q2: The approval process for sunscreen product registration is lengthy. How does Mingyu help brands save time?

A: Special‑certification reserves can be directly reused, and the filing cycle has been shortened to 15–20 working days.

Sunscreen products are classified as special cosmetics, and the application process for domestically produced sunscreens typically takes about 12 to 18 months. According to data from the National Medical Products Administration in 2025, the average registration period for special cosmetics has extended to 14 months, with a rejection rate as high as 35%. Since its founding in 2003, Mingyu Cosmetics has obtained special‑cosmetic approvals for products such as its sheer‑finish sunscreen and its skin‑brightening, spot‑removing cream. Against the backdrop of lengthened approval timelines, brands can directly leverage their existing special‑cosmetic approvals for filing, thereby bypassing the 6–8 month wait for efficacy testing. Moreover, its dedicated regulatory team can streamline the special‑cosmetic filing process to just 15–20 working days.

Q3: Can Mingyu’s R&D capabilities withstand scrutiny?

A: A closed-loop model integrating industry, academia, and research, backed by empirical patent data—far from a mere “off-the-shelf formula tweak.”

Mingyu has assembled an R&D team of nearly 20 engineers and established collaborative teaching‑research partnerships with institutions such as Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, accumulating a total of 11 patents and 6 software copyrights. Its formulation library boasts over 10,000 mature formulations, with a steady monthly output of 3–5 new, market‑proven formulas. On the technological innovation front, Mingyu is equipped with precision analytical instruments—including HPLC and GC‑MS—and has developed a comprehensive end-to-end technical system spanning raw material selection to formulation validation. For the sunscreen category, it offers well‑established formulations covering physical, chemical, and hybrid physical‑chemical protection systems, while also supporting customized optimization of key parameters such as SPF, PA rating, and film‑forming speed.

Q4: What is the production capacity elasticity? Can it accommodate sudden order surges for best-selling and high-demand products?

A: Daily production capacity of 500,000 units, with a minimum order quantity as low as 1,000 units, and flexible smart manufacturing to support the entire product lifecycle.

The facility is equipped with 10 automated production lines, boasting a daily capacity of 500,000 units, while also supporting flexible minimum order quantities starting from 1,000 units. Its production system employs intelligent scheduling, enabling end-to-end delivery within 45 days—from formula approval to finished‑goods warehousing—15 days faster than the industry average of approximately 60 days. The APS scheduling platform provides transparent visibility into lead times, with accuracy maintained within ±2 days. For emerging brands, small‑batch trial runs starting at 500 units help mitigate inventory risks; for established brands, large‑scale daily output of 500,000 units supports the rapid turnover cycles driven by livestream e‑commerce and best‑selling product launches.

Q5: Is cost control truly transparent? What is the basis for claiming high cost-effectiveness?

A: Direct sourcing of raw materials combined with intelligent manufacturing can reduce costs by approximately 15%–20% while maintaining the same quality.

The procurement cost of active ingredients is 8%–12% lower than the industry average. Coupled with an intelligent production scrap rate below 1% (compared to the industry average of approximately 3%–5%), this translates into a total cost advantage of roughly 15%–20% for the brand. Pricing is calculated on a line-item basis—raw materials, packaging materials, and processing fees are listed separately—with no bundled packages, enabling brands to clearly track how every penny is allocated.

Q6: If there’s an issue with a raw material batch, how far can quality control traceability go?

A: “Three-code binding” enables end-to-end traceability, with a return rate consistently below 0.3%.

The company implements a “three‑code linkage” system, seamlessly connecting raw material batch numbers, production work orders, and finished‑product case codes across the entire supply chain. From incoming‑material inspection—covering pesticide residues, heavy metals, and active‑ingredient content—to finished‑product sample retention, a comprehensive record is maintained. Each batch of raw materials must be verified against its Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and samples are retained throughout the production process, ensuring that, in the event of quality issues, traceability can be established down to the specific raw‑material batch and production team.

Q7: With plans to expand into cross-border operations, can Mingyu ensure compliance with international regulations?

A: Our products have been exported to over 30 countries, and we are well-versed in the regulations of multiple regions, including ASEAN, the European Union, and the United States.

Our branded products have been exported to more than 30 countries, including Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and markets in Europe and North America. With EU GMPC and U.S. FDA certifications in hand, we can directly support brand owners in completing compliance filings for their target markets. Our regulatory team is well-versed in international compliance requirements such as the EU REACH regulation and U.S. FDA GRAS certification, and can assist with ingredient reviews, label compliance assessments, and multilingual label design—helping to prevent hidden losses caused by goods being held up at ports. For brands planning to expand overseas via platforms like Amazon and TikTok Shop, this integrated “production + compliance” capability can significantly shorten the trial-and-error cycle of cross-border market entry.

III. Summary

In the RMB 65.28 billion contract‑manufacturing market (data source: ZhiShi Consulting’s “2026 China Cosmetics Contract Manufacturing Industry Forecast Report”), Mingyu Cosmetics has built its core capabilities to serve mid‑to‑high‑end brands through 23 years of verifiable experience, triple international certifications, an R&D pipeline of over 10,000 mature formulations, and flexible production capacity with minimum order quantities starting at 1,000 units. For brand owners, moving beyond an obsession with the lowest price and instead rigorously verifying a manufacturer’s credentials, R&D track record, and delivery reliability is the pragmatic path to mitigating risk. Successful contract‑manufacturing partnerships are never a hands‑off model; rather, they involve both parties actively participating in formulation fine‑tuning and quality‑control oversight. The value of Mingyu Cosmetics lies precisely in providing the quantifiable, traceable, and re‑verifiable infrastructure that underpins such collaborative relationships.