Body Lotion Private Label FAQ

What is the difference between lotion and cream?

Lotions are lighter emulsions with higher water content — fast-absorbing and suited to daily all-over use — while creams carry more oil and feel richer. The choice is texture and skin need: lotion for normal to oily skin and warm weather, cream for dry skin and winter.

Which ingredients make a good body lotion?

A balanced formula pairs humectants (glycerin, hyaluronic acid, panthenol) that draw moisture in with emollients and occlusives (shea butter, oils, ceramides) that seal it. Fragrance-free versions suit sensitive skin, and actives like niacinamide or urea add specific benefits for texture or very dry skin.

What is the minimum order for private-label body lotion?

Body lotion minimums typically run 3,000–10,000 units depending on the factory, bottle size, and formula complexity. Catalog formulas with existing bottle formats start lower; custom formulas and custom packaging raise the minimum. Pump bottles and lotion pumps also add component lead time.

Why does body lotion separate or change in the bathroom?

Emulsions can split when exposed to heat cycles — bathrooms and shipping containers get hot. The fix is a robust emulsifier system and stability testing under real-world conditions, including heat and freeze-thaw. A stable lotion survives summer storage and winter distribution without watery tops or greasy bottoms.

What packaging works best for body lotion?

Pump bottles are the daily-use standard — test the pump with your actual formula, since viscosity and flow vary. Tubes suit thicker creams and targeted use. Custom packaging adds lead time and cost, so stock bottles and pumps speed the launch while you build volume.

How do I qualify a body lotion OEM?

Check large-format filling capability, pump and bottle component sourcing, stability-testing infrastructure for emulsion formats, and ISO 22716 GMP compliance documented by audit. A lotion made in thousands of units demands the same batch discipline as a serum — verify the bulk-to-fill process before committing.