Liposomes vs Cyclodextrins vs Microcapsules for K-Beauty Actives
Liposomes, lipid nanoparticles, cyclodextrins or microcapsules? How each protects retinol, the EU nano and microplastics rules, and what to ask your ODM.
Retinol and Retinal in Korean Skincare Manufacturing: Concentrations, Stability, and What Indie Founders Get Wrong (2026)
Korean ODMs work with three retinoid forms: retinyl palmitate, retinol, and retinal. Concentrations, EU 2026 cap, encapsulation, airless packaging, and a 0.3% retinol at 1,000 MOQ cost map (USD 5-8). What indie founders should brief.