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Cosmetics Manufacturing + Formulation

Complete solutions for skincare and haircare formulations, contract manufacturing, laboratory and consulting services - since 1987.
About DBO Labs

Your Partner in Formulation Excellence

  • Specialists in Emulsions
    We are experts in oil-in-water emulsions, the heart of modern skincare, ensuring your product has a lightweight, effective, and luxurious feel.
  • 45+ Years of Experience
    Leverage over four decades of industry knowledge to navigate the complexities of product development and launch a successful brand.
  • GMP & ISO Compliant
    Our facility follows Good Manufacturing Practices (as outlined by Health Canada) and is compliant with ISO Standard 22716.
45
Years of Forumulating Experience
400 +
DBO White Label+ Formulas
1000 + Options
Unlimited Customization

Manufacturing + Formulation

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FORMULATION

Let our decades of experience help guide your product development.

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CONTRACT MANUFACTURING

If you have a formula we designed or one you brought with you, we would love to manufacture it for you.

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The Experts Behind Your Formula

Dean Johansson, Founder, DBO Labs

Guiding our vision of science and creativity.

- Dean Johansson, Founder

Connor Greig, Senior Chemist, DBO Labs

Driving precision and innovation in skincare formulation.

- Connor Greig, Senior Chemist

Your Ideas + Our Expertise

  • Skincare
    WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED

    We know which ingredients work best together to help your product achieve maximum effectiveness.

    We understand skin structure and pH. This gives us deep knowledge of the subtle and dramatic differences throughout different parts of the body.

  • Industry
    AVOID THE CONFUSION

    We can help you navigate the industry, and avoid common pitfalls and mistakes, as well as provide information on Health Canada.

    For more complex and regulatory issues, we can put you in touch with trusted industry consultants.

  • Science
    YOU CAN TRUST IT

    We know as much about science as we do about skin and hair. This will give you confidence that your product will be the best it can be.

    Our chemists will give you the option to have your products based on what is more important to you:

    • science
    • performance
    • cost
    • ingredient list
  • Ingredients
    THIS, NOT THAT

    This industry is always looking for something fresh, or a new way to present something that’s been around awhile.

    We keep up-to-date on market trends, and new ingredients so you can have confidence you’re on the right path.

Dean Johansson, Founder

"I have enjoyed a 20-year relationship with DBO Labs. Its deep expertise, creativity, and boutique manufacturing capabilities are wonderfully distinctive."

- C.S., Skincare Brand Founder

Are you ready to launch something new?

Complete this simple form so we can discuss the scope of your product formula and manufacturing needs.

Then we will set up our first meeting, where we will determine how best to approach your project.

Complete the Client Intake Form