Labeling Cosmetic Products with Confidence

Limited edition course: Available with enrollment on Diploma in Natural Skincare Formulation Business Plus Edition

Labeling your cosmetic products correctly is essential for selling them with confidence.

We’ll take the overwhelm out of cosmetic labeling and show you exactly what needs to go on your product labels

in just 5 steps

Follow our simple five-step process to create legally compliant and beautiful product labels for your natural skincare or haircare products.

Understand legal requirements, ingredients, allergens, symbols and design options to keep your products compliant, your customers informed, and your business protected.

Your product label might be small — but it carries big responsibility.

You don’t need to figure it out alone. Be guided through the process by an experienced Cosmetic Scientist, so you’ll have labels that meet requirements, build customer trust, support your business as it grows—and look beautiful, too!

Join us to create attractive and compliant cosmetic labels in 5 steps.

Here's what you'll learn:

What Needs to be Included on a Product Label?

Learn exactly what needs to be included on a product label, from mandatory information to global best practices.

Understand what must legally appear on a cosmetic label.
Explore labeling best practices to build trust with customers and authorities alike.
Learn how labeling rules apply to different types of packaging, including primary and secondary packaging.
Understand cosmetic and labeling regulations worldwide, including the USA, Canada, the UK, Europe, South Africa, India, New Zealand, and Australia.
We’ll walk through a clear, real-world example of a cosmetic label that includes all the required information, so you can see exactly how everything fits together.

Writing Your Ingredient INCI List

Turn your cosmetic formula into a clear, accurate, and legally compliant ingredient INCI, written in the correct order.

Discover what INCI names are, why they’re so important, and how to find accurate INCI names for your raw materials.
Complete the calculations needed to list ingredients in the proper order—without confusion or guesswork.
Learn the correct naming conventions for commonly misunderstood ingredients, including essential oils, botanical extracts, fragrances, aromas, colorants, and pigments.
We’ll guide you through a step-by-step example showing how to convert a finished formula into a complete INCI list.
Complete our activity for hands-on practice and the confidence to write INCI lists for your own products.

Calculating and Listing Allergens on Your Product Label

We remove the confusion and guide you through identifying, calculating, and correctly listing allergens on your product labels.

Understand what allergens are and why they are regulated.
Determine which allergens are present in your essential oils and fragrance oils.
Be guided through the math in an easy-to-follow way. You’ll learn exactly how to calculate the level of each allergen in your finished product, with clear explanations and worked-through examples.
Discover when allergens must be listed on the label and when they do not and how to correctly list allergens on cosmetic labels.

Symbols, Expiry Dates and Batch Numbers for Product Labels

Learn how to correctly use key cosmetic labeling symbols — including PAO, BBE, and batch numbers — so your product labels are clear, compliant, and professional.

Learn which labeling symbols are compulsory and which are optional, and understand your legal responsibilities when using them on cosmetic products.
Discover the difference between Best Before End (BBE) and Period After Opening (PAO), when to use each, and how to justify shelf life correctly.
Learn how to correctly declare net contents, including when and how to use the ‘e’ mark.
Explore recycling symbols, certification body logos, and when to reference enclosed or attached information.
Learn how to assign, record, and manage batch numbers for traceability and good manufacturing practice.

Visual Branding And Label Design

Design clear, professional cosmetic labels that communicate essential product information and support a cohesive brand look and feel.

Learn the key elements of effective branding and cosmetic label design.
Understand the pros and cons of designing labels yourself versus working with a graphic designer, so you can choose the right approach for your business.
Explore practical ideas for designing labels at home, even if you have no prior design experience.
Learn how to prepare for working with a designer to achieve better results.
Discover how your brand vision, values, and target customer influence visual branding.
Understand important printing considerations, including materials, finishes, and formatting, so your labels are professional and production-ready.

With each module, you’ll receive expert guidance and actionable steps to gather all the information needed for your product labels.

Take another step closer to launching your brand by creating beautiful labels that comply with labelling regulations.

Here's how our Labeling Cosmetic Products with Confidence course works:

A clear, step-by-step learning journey: Across 5 carefully structured modules, we break down the product labeling process into manageable, easy-to-follow steps—so you never feel overwhelmed.
Live sessions with our Cosmetic Scientist: Three modules are delivered live, giving you the opportunity to ask questions in real time and get expert guidance exactly when you need it.
Worked-through examples that remove the guesswork: See exactly where to find the right information, how to carry out calculations (such as allergens and INCI lists), and how to apply the results correctly to your own product labels.

Practical activities to build real confidence: Put your learning into action with realistic scenarios designed to help you fully understand the process and confidently apply it to your own products.
Multiple learning formats to support you: Learn through video classes, downloadable PDF textbooks, and full transcripts—so you can revisit the material, consolidate your knowledge, and learn in the way that suits you best.
Support from tutors and peers: Get access to our tutor-led Q&A sessions for quick questions and a supportive community, where you can ask questions, share experiences, and learn alongside fellow formulators. Please note: label reviews are not included in your enrollment fee.

Is Labeling Cosmetic Products with Confidence right for you?

This course is perfect for you if…

You’re formulating products and dreaming of launching your own cosmetic brand, but labeling feels confusing or overwhelming and you’re not sure where to begin.

You’re preparing to launch your products and want to be confident your labels are accurate, compliant, and truly ready for market—from INCI lists and allergen declarations to symbols and overall layout.

You’re already selling products and want to review or improve your labels, making sure everything is included correctly and meets current labeling requirements.

What does the course include?

Five actionable modules shared inside our online classroom.

Five video lessons (three delivered live) that explain the process step by step.

A variety of learning formats including on-demand video classes, downloadable PDF textbooks, and full transcripts.

Access to our private student community for six months

Label examples to learn from.

Practical activities to build your skills and confidence.

Label your products with clarity and confidence, knowing your labels are correct, credible, and ready for market.

Enroll now to join the live classes and enjoy the replays on demand.

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Labeling Cosmetic Products with Confidence

Limited edition course: Enrollment closes 20th April 2026

Enroll now for one simple price of

US $347

Includes 6 months access inside our online classroom.

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Hear what students are saying

It provided key information that I didn't know I was missing

The 5 day challenge helped me take the focus off of formulating products and brought to light the need to focus on a brand for my products. Not just a name but the meaning behind the name. Diving deeper into my brand sparked a new love and excitement. I now feel more confident in my brand, capsule range, and customer.

It showed me that anything is possible!

This challenge showed me that anything is possible—all you need is knowledge and desire.
I discovered how business works: it requires a vision, a goal, a product, proper positioning, finding a niche, and identifying a target customer. I loved everything about this challenge, it has benefited me immensely.

I feel informed and more empowered.

The challenge helped me to think about concepts associated with branding and sales in a structured manner and this prompted new ideas. I was introduced to new terms like ‘brand positioning’ and felt confident to explain and discuss them. I feel informed and more empowered.

I was very impressed and gained a lot from the challenge.

It showed me how dedicated the School of Natural Skincare is to educating students on setting up their own businesses. I was impressed by how professional, informed, supportive, and positive your team is, and how high-quality the educational content is. It helped me decide to pursue a diploma at your school.

I felt more and more motivated about my skin care business each day.

I enjoyed learning of ways to better my business and meeting like minded individuals that shared the same goals as me. I think the challenge is amazing. I loved that it has mini questions that lets us use our brain. It brought to light confirmation that I’m on the right path. I appreciated everyone involved.

This was really valuable experience

In these 5 days I managed to make a clearer picture of what I want to achieve and what products I want to perfect and eventually sell. The clear explanations and questions helped me use my imagination and freedom in order to craft my dream. You guys made it personal with your responses to participants and that was awesome.

Top FAQs

How long will I have access to the course?

If you enroll on just the Labeling Cosmetic Products with Confidence course, you’ll have access to the course inside our online classroom for 6 months.

If you receive this course as part of our Diploma in Natural Skincare Business Plus Edition, then you’ll have access to Labeling Cosmetic Products with Confidence for the duration of your enrollment to that course (18 months).

What help is available if I need it?

Inside our private student community, you can access our tutor Q&A, where you can ask our tutors quick questions about the course materials. The course is designed to teach you how to create your own labels; our tutors will not put this information together for you.
Please note: Full reviews of your INCI list, allergen listings or complete labels are not included in your enrolment fee.

As part of your enrollment, you can join our online student community to ask questions and discuss topics with fellow students.

Will you review my label?

The course is designed to teach you how to create your own labels, so reviews of your INCI list, allergen listings or complete labels are not included in your enrollment fee. If you wish for a tutor to review your label, this service may be available at an additional cost, subject to tutor availability.

When are the live classes?

Three of the modules will be delivered as live Zoom sessions with our Cosmetic Scientist Nicole Vorster. This will be held on the following dates:

Tuesday 21st April, 7pm UK (11am Los Angeles, 2pm New York) Module 2: Writing Your Ingredient INCI List

Tuesday 28th April, 7pm UK (11am Los Angeles, 2pm New York) Module 3: Calculating and Listing Allergens on Your Product Label

Thursday 30th April 7pm UK (11am Los Angeles, 2pm New York) Module 4: Symbols And Batch Numbers For Product Labels.

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Replays and transcripts of these Modules will be available shortly after the live sessions.

Can I download the course materials?

You will be able to download any PDFs contained within the course, such as video transcripts, slide decks and PDF textbooks. The video lessons are available to watch inside the online classroom and cannot be downloaded.

What is your refund policy?

As this course includes live classes, no refunds are available. If you miss a live class, you can watch the on-demand replay shortly afterwards.