The Better Way of Cosmetics Manufacturing

Cosmetic manufacturing software that gives you full control from raw ingredients to shipped products.

Book a Demo

Cosmetic Manufacturing Made Easy

Our cosmetic ERP software is designed specifically for batch process manufacturing in the cosmetics and personal care industry. We help businesses eliminate manual errors, optimize inventory, and ensure full GMP compliance across production.

Track All Inventory

Cosmetic manufacturing ERP that gives you total visibility lot tracking, barcode scanning, and smart reordering to reduce waste and delays.

Full Control on the Floor

Our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) guides operators with scales and barcode prompts, generating EBRs and keeping every batch compliant.

Analyze Margins and CoGs

Accurate CoGS tracking and margin analysis across all products—connects directly with QuickBooks and Sage for seamless reporting.

LIMS

Use our LIMS to record test data, enforce electronic quarantine, and auto-generate Certificates of Analysis with ease.

Automate MRP

Simplify material planning with automated procurement and production suggestions based on real-time demand and stock levels.

Formulation Management

Store, version, and control every formulation securely ideal for multi-brand, client-specific, or regulatory-sensitive environments.

Integrate Seamlessly

Connect your ERP software with QuickBooks, Sage 50, ShipStation, and EDI systems—no more double entry or sync issues.

Enforce GMP Compliance

Stay audit-ready with 21 CFR Part 11, GMP, and ISO traceability. Run mock recalls in seconds with complete digital records.

Cosmetic Manufacturing Challenges We Solve

Cosmetics Industry Pain Points

Unreliable inventory traceability
Batch inconsistencies and quality variation
Difficulty staying compliant with GMP, FDA, and ISO standards
Manual and error-prone formulation tracking
Inaccurate costing and margin visibility
Bottlenecks in production planning and scheduling
Disconnected tools across departments (finance, QA, warehouse)
Stressful, time-consuming audits and recall drills

Mar-Kov Provides

Lot-level inventory tracking across all warehouses
Real-time Electronic Batch Records (EBRs) with full audit trails
GMP, FDA, and ISO 22716 compliance built-in
Centralized formulation control and version history
Real-time margin and CoGS analysis
Smart MRP and production planning automation
Seamless integration across your systems (QuickBooks, Sage, ShipStation, EDI)
One-click mock recalls and digital traceability

Why Manufacturers Trust Mar-Kov

99.9%

Inventory accuracy year over year

2X

Production without hiring additional staff

30%

Improvements in margins

60

Seconds to run a mock recall

12

Months ROI

Trusted by Leading Cosmetic Manufacturers

The Shopify integration has been critical for managing both our online and physical store sales efficiently.
Cedric Jean-Charles – Project Engineer, Avaria

Read the Case Study

Implementing Mar-Kov was a game changer in how we manage inventory.
Beth Parsons –  Senior Project Manager, SDB Products

Read the Case Study

Everything you need to succeed

All the information you need
to run your business

Intuitive Dashboards gives you the live birds eye view of your organization and Mar-Kov’s reports give you the detailed information you need to make smart decisions.

The expertise you need
to be successful

Mar-Kov provides the industry leading implementation team. Our expert staff is with you every step of the way to ensure your implementation is a success.

All the features you need
to scale your business

Mar-Kov is focused on batch manufacturers.We have the features you need now, and the features you will need as you scale your business.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1

Can Mar-Kov help me monitor profit margins across my product lines?

Yes, Mar-Kov’s margin tracking tools let you analyze profitability by product, SKU, customer, or batch. You can view contribution margins in real time and drill into cost components like raw materials, labor, and waste. With built-in reporting, you can easily identify underperforming products and take corrective action—whether that means price adjustments, sourcing changes, or process improvements.
2

Can Cosmetic Manufacturers use QuickBooks with Mar-Kov?

Yes, Mar-Kov integrates seamlessly with both QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop. Our integration enables automatic syncing of financial data such as purchase orders, vendor invoices, inventory adjustments, and batch costing. This ensures that your production and accounting systems stay in sync—reducing double data entry, minimizing errors, and saving valuable time for your finance team. Mar-Kov manages Inventory, BOMs, and Production, QuickBooks Manages accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
3

Can the cosmetic ERP system track quality data?

Yes—Mar-Kov includes a fully integrated quality management system (QMS) designed specifically for cosmetic manufacturing. Our platform tracks and enforces required testing and sampling at every stage: raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods. You can configure electronic quality holds and quarantines to automatically prevent non-compliant materials or batches from progressing through the workflow. All test results, deviations, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are logged within the system, ensuring complete traceability and regulatory compliance—without needing third-party QA software.
4

How can I scale a cosmetic formula from lab to production?

Scaling up from the lab is simple with Mar-Kov. Our platform supports automated batch scaling based on target volume or packaging units, adjusting each ingredient according to defined tolerances. The system also factors in equipment capacity, process times, and QA checkpoints—ensuring your production batches maintain the same integrity as your lab samples.
5

How does Mar-Kov support GMP compliance in cosmetic manufacturing?

Mar-Kov is designed to align with GMP standards by enforcing documented procedures, audit trails, and material traceability throughout your operations. The system ensures that all actions—from raw material receipt to finished product release—are recorded and verifiable. Electronic signatures, access controls, and automated workflows help you maintain a state of continuous compliance and prepare for inspections with confidence.
6

How can I track the cost of goods sold (COGS) in cosmetic manufacturing?

Mar-Kov automatically calculates COGS for every batch using actual material costs, labor time, and landed costs, Our system records real-time consumption and yields, providing an accurate cost profile for every product. You can compare planned vs. actual costs and quickly identify variance drivers—empowering better pricing and profitability analysis.
7

How does Mar-Kov support cost optimization in cosmetic manufacturing?

Mar-Kov helps you reduce costs through:

Real-time yield monitoring and waste reduction analytics
Supplier price comparison and procurement insights
“What-if” cost modeling for formulation changes
Automated reorder suggestions to avoid rush purchases By having full cost visibility at every level of production, you can optimize both pricing strategies and operational efficiency.

8

How does the Cosmetic Manufacturing Execution System (MES) work?

Mar-Kov's Manufacturing Execution System (MES) bridges the gap between planning and production by managing and monitoring real-time shop floor operations. Mar-Kov's MES integrates with your scales, equipment, and barcoding to direct your operators through each step and checks to make sure they perform it correctly. This automatically updates inventory, creates Electronic Batch Records, and ensures a perfect batch every time.
9

What data can be synced between Mar-Kov and QuickBooks?

Mar-Kov’s QuickBooks integration supports bi-directional syncing of:

Vendor and customer records
Purchase orders and receipts
Invoices and bills
Inventory transactions (e.g., raw material usage and finished goods output)
Journal entries for batch costing or overhead allocation
This allows your accounting software to reflect real-time manufacturing activity without manual reconciliation.

Review on G2

Before Mar-Kov, we often over-bought or under-bought, now we buy exactly what we know we’ll need

Cedric
Project Engineer

Review on QuickBooks

We have been very happy with Mar-Kov ERP software and it’s helped us to grow our production from a dozen SKU’s to over 65 SKU’s and counting.

Will

Review on Capterra

The product is customized to our specific business needs and meets all of the regulatory requirements to help us keep detailed, lot specific records of the products we make

Tom
Director

Review on QuickBooks

Having this integration has cut out the need for manual entry of COGS transactions, invoicing sales, billing raw materials because it is all exported into QuickBooks Online from Mar-Kov

Kellie
Director