Why December Matters for Beauty Brands

December is a turning point for beauty businesses. While many founders are focused on holiday sales, smart brands are planning for Q1 launches, new product development, and replenishment cycles.

Starting your development now allows you to:

• Secure early production slots
• Receive samples before January workload increases
• Launch new SKUs ahead of spring retail resets
• Get formulation support during the quietest lab season
• Prepare for trade shows, expos, and retail outreach

At Angel Cosmoceuticals, December is when our most successful clients begin work on:
• updated formulas
• new serums
• hair oils
• body treatments
• seasonal product lines

Manufacturing Timelines Are Shorter in December

Labs across Canada see a surge in development requests between January–March. By starting early, you avoid the bottleneck and accelerate the following:

• Sample Development
• Stability Testing
• Packaging Compatibility Checks
• Production Scheduling
• GO-TO-Market Timeline Planning

By January, brands that started in December are already receiving samples and revising formulas.

Get Ahead of 2025 Retail & E-Commerce Trends

Retailers and online buyers plan two seasons ahead.
Starting in December positions you to launch in:

• Spring 2025 clean beauty assortments
• Summer hydration and travel collections
• Early fall haircare releases