04. The Lab

Where Chemistry Meets
Cosmetic Innovation

CR Custom Manufacturing Inc. is a federally incorporated Canadian cosmetics manufacturer. We combine 25+ years of chemical engineering expertise with a commitment to natural, science-driven formulations.

OUR MISSION

"Beautifying through natural technologies."

We believe that effective cosmetics shouldn't come at the cost of your skin's health or the environment. Every product we formulate starts with the highest-quality natural and organic ingredients, enhanced through advanced delivery systems that outperform conventional synthetics.

OUR VISION

Canada's Fastest-Growing Cosmetics Manufacturer

Within 12 months, CRCM will be recognized as the fastest-growing cosmetics manufacturing company in Canada — with over 1,000 retail customers, 4 custom manufacturing partners, and 2 custom formulation clients. We're building a company that proves natural products and commercial success go hand in hand.

Stainless steel cosmetics manufacturing facility

LEADERSHIP

Courtney Reid

B.A.Sc., Chemical Engineering · President & CEO

With over 25 years of hands-on experience in the cosmetics industry, Courtney brings a rare combination of scientific rigor and entrepreneurial vision to CRCM. His expertise spans the entire product lifecycle — from early-stage R&D and chemical formulation through compounding, packaging, and stringent quality assurance.

As 100% shareholder and chief formulator, Courtney personally oversees every formulation that leaves our Brampton facility, ensuring each product meets the highest standards of efficacy, safety, and regulatory compliance.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Research & Development
Chemical Formulation
Compounding & Batch Production
Packaging & Labeling Design
Quality Assurance / Quality Control
GMP Manufacturing Practices
NPN & Regulatory Compliance
Natural Product Chemistry
Strategic Foundation

Built on Research,
Driven by Results

CRCM is built on a foundation of rigorous R&D and strategic partnerships. We work alongside experienced accountants, legal advisors, and the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre to ensure every aspect of our business is as precisely engineered as our formulations.

Our aspiration: to reach profitability with revenues exceeding $300K annually, proving that a commitment to natural, ethical cosmetics can also be a powerful commercial engine.

1,000+

Retail Customers

$300K+

Revenue Target

100%

Canadian Made

Laboratory glassware with amber liquids and precision instruments

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