Next Beauty Labs CEO Warren Becker Featured in Global Cosmetic Industry
We're proud to share that Next Beauty Labs CEO and Founder Warren Becker was recently featured in Global Cosmetic Industry (GCI) in an in-depth Q&A on the future of private label skincare manufacturing.
In the conversation, "Faster, Smarter, Scalable Private Label Skin Care," Warren explores how the role of the contract manufacturer has shifted from vendor to strategic partner, and why flexibility, speed, and clear guidance matter more than ever as brands navigate an uncertain 2026 marked by cost pressures and cautious consumers.
Drawing on more than two decades of experience helping beauty founders, medical professionals, and product development teams bring ideas to life, Warren shares his perspective on:
- Building resilient brands in a volatile market — why founders should focus on resilience over perfection, keep product lines tight, and avoid over-customizing too early
- The product development trends defining 2026 — the shift toward clinical credibility over hype, simplification and stronger hero products, transparency, and faster iteration cycles
- What separates brands that launch from those that truly scale — deep customer understanding, treating operations as core to the business, and making decisions based on execution and data
- What makes a great manufacturing partner — responsiveness, solid quality systems, clear documentation, and a willingness to educate and guide brands before problems arise
At Next Beauty Labs, this partnership-driven philosophy is at the heart of everything we do. Based in Boca Raton, Florida, we offer full-service, turnkey support, from semi-custom and ready-to-launch formulations to packaging, compliance, and brand development, with flexible MOQs, shorter lead times, and a focus on clean, treatment-based, clinical-grade products.
