Stop Guessing.
Start Launching.
Beauty brands fail because of formulation mistakes you can't see coming until you've already spent $15K and 6 months going in circles.
I scaled Brooklyn Limegreen to major retail such as Walmart, TJMaxx and Walgreens.
Now I help indie beauty founders avoid the costly mistakes that kill brands before launch: formulas that won't scale, stability issues retailers reject, and regulatory gaps that stop production.
30-minute strategy session | Actionable next steps | No obligation to hire me
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How Can I Help Your Brand
From quick strategy sessions to full custom formulations, get the support that matches your current stage of growth.
Custom Formulation
Pricing based on project scope
Launch with formulas designed for real-world production, not just what works in a mixing bowl.
✓ Stability-tested & manufacturer-ready
✓ Full documentation for scale-up
✓ Multiple rounds available based on needs
Formula Audit
$499
Get expert analysis before committing to production. I'll identify stability risks, compliance gaps, and cost issues.
✓ Detailed written report in 7-10 days
✓ Specific improvement recommendations
✓ 30-min follow-up call included
Founder Strategy Call
$175
Stuck on formulation, sourcing, or scale-up? Get targeted answers from someone who's scaled to major retail.
✓ Actionable next steps you can implement
✓ Email summary of our discussion
✓ No obligation to hire me after
Monthly Retainer
$700–$2,500/month
Your formulation department, without the overhead. Priority support for brands launching multiple products or scaling.
✓ Ongoing formula troubleshooting
✓ Supplier research & scale-up support
✓ Custom scope based on your needs
What Clients Say:Real Results from beauty founder and product development teams
"Talima joined our team as a cosmetic formulator to assist in developing new products for our clients, and her impact was nothing short of extraordinary. Her deep understanding of US and international cosmetics manufacturing, along with her knowledge of business strategy, sourcing, regulation, and sales, was invaluable in guiding our projects to success."
Verified Client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0
Product Development & Supply Chain Management Company
Project: Multi-client cosmetic product development
Scope: 173 hours over 9 months
"Talima was a pleasure to work with. She delivered ahead of schedule. I'll definitely work with her in the future."
Verified Client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0
Project: Custom cosmetic formulation
Delivered ahead of schedule
"Amazing freelancer! Gets the job done! Even jumped on a call with me to walk through her work. Highly recommend!!"
Verified Client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0
Project: Lip balm formula review and improvement
Client background: First-time founder, no chemistry background
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