Start an Aromatherapy Business: Step-by-Step Guide

Start an Aromatherapy Business: A Practical Startup Guide

This guide walks you from idea to launch. It is built for first-time founders who want clear steps and simple language.

You will sell scented products and may offer education on safe use. If a product is applied to the body for scent or beauty, it is a cosmetic. If you claim it treats or prevents disease, it becomes a drug. Room-scent items that are not applied to the body are consumer products.

Think about the flip side as you plan. You control your own schedule and choices, but you also carry the responsibility for safety, compliance, and quality from day one.

Pre-Start Foundations

Start with fit. Do you enjoy careful, detailed work? You will measure tiny amounts, track batches, and follow rules. If that excites you, this can be a good fit. If you dislike details, consider a partner who loves them.

Decide why customers will choose you. Safer labels. Cleaner scents. Clear education. Faster delivery. Pick a few differentiators and build the brand around them.

Check demand before you commit. Look at local boutiques, gift shops, spas, and online search interest. Talk to ten potential buyers and note what they already use and what they wish existed. For broad context on readiness and fit, see business start-up considerations, an inside look at business ownership, and why passion supports staying power.

• What you can offer: single-note essential oils, custom blends, roll-ons, body oils, balms, bath soaks, soaps, lotions, room sprays, diffusers, candles, kits, classes.
• Pros: creative work, strong gift market, repeat purchases, small space possible, scalable product lines.
• Cons: strict labeling rules, claim limits, possible shipping limits for flammable sprays, raw-material variability.
• Questions to answer: Who is your first buyer? Which three products will you launch first? What claims will you avoid?

Skills You Need

List the skills you already have, then list gaps. Decide what you will learn and what you will outsource. If a gap is critical to safety or compliance, do not skip it.

Build a simple upskilling plan with dates. Practice before you buy large amounts of inventory.

Use advisors when needed. A short call with a packaging engineer, labeling specialist, or accountant can prevent costly fixes. See building a team of professional advisors.

• Business skills: basic bookkeeping, pricing, vendor negotiation, simple forecasting, brand messaging, writing clear product pages.
• Product skills: dilution math, safe handling, batch records, label building, packaging selection, storage rules, shelf-life checks.
• Regulatory awareness: the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) if you manufacture cosmetics, advertising rules, hazard communication for employees, shipping classification.
• Hire or contract if you lack: label compliance review, product photography, website build, bookkeeping, paid ads setup.

Research the Business

Do focused research. Your goal is to confirm demand, set a starter price range, and decide on a small launch lineup.

Compare at least five competitors: two national brands, two local business owners, one private-label option. Note sizes, ingredients, warnings, and claims.

Study supply and demand in your area and niche. For fundamentals, see supply and demand and guidance on pricing your products and services.

• Market checks: Ask local retailers if they carry aromatherapy. Which products move fastest? Which scents are requested but missing?
• Buyer personas: spa owner, yoga studio, gift shopper, corporate gifting coordinator, online wellness buyer.
• Pricing models: keystone for wholesale (cost ×2), retail margin targets, bundle pricing, subscription boxes.
• Compliance pre-check: confirm product classification (cosmetic vs consumer product), plan labels, and list any claims you will not make.

Business Model & Planning

Pick a scope you can execute well. You can manufacture, resell, private-label, or mix these approaches. Keep the first lineup tight.

Choose channels: online, local retail, craft markets, wholesale to spas, or corporate gifts. Each has different margins and packaging needs.

Write a concise plan. Use one page now and expand later. See how to write a business plan and create a simple mission statement you can follow.

• Positioning: safety-first education, premium oils, eco packaging, local sourcing, or fragrance artistry.
• Revenue streams: retail e-commerce, wholesale to spas/shops, workshops, custom corporate gifts.
• Cost drivers: essential oils, carriers, packaging, labels, compliance reviews, insurance, shipping, merchant fees.
• Simple plan outline: market summary, product list, claims policy, production approach, sales channels, budget, launch calendar, measurable goals.

Funding

Estimate startup needs by category. Keep a cash buffer for delays and reprints. Avoid big production runs until your labels and formulas pass checks.

Decide funding sources early: savings, small loans, or a partner. Compare the control you keep with each option. Think about the flip side before taking on debt.

Open a business bank account after you form your entity and receive your Employer Identification Number. Keep business money separate from personal funds.

• Budget categories: equipment and tools, initial oils and carriers, bottles and closures, labels and printing, website setup, insurance, permits or licenses, small marketing launch.
• Sources: savings, credit line, microloan, family loan with clear terms, or a partner agreement reviewed by a professional.
• Documents to prepare: short business plan, startup budget, simple cash-flow outlook, product list, basic sales forecast.

Legal & Compliance

Laws vary by location, but the path is consistent. Form the business, get tax IDs, register to collect sales tax where required, and confirm local licensing and zoning. Keep product rules separate from business registrations so nothing is missed.

Product rules depend on classification. Body-applied items are cosmetics. If you manufacture cosmetics, the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) adds facility registration, product listing, and recordkeeping for serious adverse events. Advertising must be truthful and not imply disease treatment. If you ship flammable sprays, check hazardous materials rules.

For space use, your city may require a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) for a retail or light production space, and approvals for storage of flammable liquids if you keep alcohol or other low-flash materials on site.

Federal

Complete these steps first so you can open accounts and set up banking.

• Employer Identification Number: Apply with the Internal Revenue Service. Free application online or by Form SS-4.
• Cosmetics (if manufacturing): Register your facility and list each marketed cosmetic product as required by MoCRA. Keep safety substantiation and records of serious adverse events.
• Labeling: Follow the Food and Drug Administration cosmetic labeling rules for identity, net quantity, ingredients in order, and firm name and address. Add any required warnings.
• Advertising: Follow Federal Trade Commission rules. Claims must be truthful and supported. Avoid disease claims unless you follow drug rules.
• Employees and chemicals: If you have employees, follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration hazard communication. Keep Safety Data Sheets, labels, and basic training.
• Packaging safety: If you use methyl salicylate above five percent or other covered substances, use child-resistant packaging as required by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
• Shipping: If any product meets hazardous materials definitions, follow U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration rules for classification, packaging, marking, and documentation.
• Organic claims (optional): If you market items as organic, follow U.S. Department of Agriculture organic labeling and work with an accredited certifier for eligible ingredients.

• Smart questions (federal):
  • To the Food and Drug Administration: “Does my planned lineup fall under cosmetics, and do any items need special warnings?”
  • To the Federal Trade Commission: “What evidence should I keep on file to support wellness claims?”
  • To the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration: “Do any of my formulas meet hazardous materials definitions for shipping by ground or air?”

State

Most states require entity registration, a sales tax permit to sell taxable goods, and employer registrations if you hire.

• Entity and name: Register a Limited Liability Company, corporation, or sole proprietorship with the Secretary of State or similar office. File a “doing business as” name if needed.
• Sales and use tax: Register for a sales tax permit if your state taxes retail sales of tangible personal property.
• Hiring: Register for state employer accounts for withholding and unemployment insurance, and follow workers’ compensation rules.
• Smart questions (state):
  • “Does my product mix fall under any state-specific cosmetic or consumer product rules?”
  • “What are the steps and timing to receive a sales tax permit?”
  • “If I sell at events in other counties or states, do I need separate permits?”

Varies by jurisdiction: Verify on your state’s official business or Department of Revenue portal. Search “register a business,” “assumed name,” and “sales tax permit.” Use the state links directory on USA.gov to reach the right site.

City/County

Local rules cover business licensing, zoning, signs, fire safety, and occupancy. Confirm before you sign a lease.

• Business license: Many cities or counties require a general business license or business tax receipt.
• Zoning and home occupation: Confirm home-based production and retail limits, parking, and customer visits. If using a commercial suite, confirm use type.
• Certificate of Occupancy (CO): May be required for a new space or a change of use.
• Fire safety permits: May apply if you store flammable liquids above local thresholds.
• Smart questions (local):
  • “Is my planned activity allowed at this address, including light production and retail?”
  • “Do I need a Certificate of Occupancy, and what inspections are required?”
  • “What are the rules for storing small amounts of flammable liquids?”

Varies by jurisdiction: Check your city or county business licensing portal, planning and zoning office, and fire marshal site. Search “[your city] business license,” “[your city] zoning,” and “[your city] flammable liquids permit.”

Brand & Identity

Create a name customers can spell and remember. Check legal availability and matching domain and social handles together so you can secure a consistent identity.

Plan the basics: logo, color palette, label style, voice, and packaging look. Align your look with your promise: safe, simple, and clean.

Build a simple website with product pages, ingredient lists, and clear contact details that match your labels. For help, see how to build a website, business cards, corporate identity package, and create a marketing plan.

• Name checks: state entity database, domain registrar, major social platforms, and trademark search.
• Label system: standard panels, ingredient order, batch code area, warnings, firm name and address.
• Photography: consistent lighting and scale references so shoppers know sizes.
• Policies: returns, privacy, terms, and a clear claims policy that avoids disease language.

Equipment & Software

Buy only what you need to launch a small, repeatable lineup. Favor tools you can clean well and use across many products.

Plan safe storage and simple workflows. Keep flammable items in proper cabinets. Give each step a labeled space.

Document how you will scale each station when orders increase. Think about the flip side: more orders without good tools can cause delays and rework.

• Small-batch production and packing:
  • Stainless or food-grade tables, easy-clean mats.
  • Calibrated digital scales (0.01 g resolution for small batches), glass or stainless vessels, pipettes, droppers, funnels, spatulas, temperature probe.
  • Small piston or hand fillers, cappers, torque tester, shrink bands or induction sealer if seals are used.
  • Glass and appropriate plastic bottles, rollerball assemblies, orifice reducers, sprayers, closures, and caps.
  • Label printer and applicator, batch code stamper.
  • Ventilation suitable for alcohol-based sprays; flammable-liquid storage cabinet; Class ABC fire extinguisher.
  • Shelf racks, bins, spill kit, eye-wash bottle or station based on risk assessment.
• Retail storefront:
  • Gondola shelves, locked display for small bottles, tester area with blotter strips.
  • Point-of-sale terminal, cash drawer, barcode scanner, receipt and label printers.
  • Security camera, signage, bagging station, gift-wrap supplies.
• E-commerce and shipping:
  • Thermal label printer, shipping scale, cartons, padded mailers, void fill, tape guns.
  • Storage bins, returns area, sturdy product inserts and care cards.
• Mobile and workshops:
  • Portable case with sample vials, inhaler blanks, carrier oils, dilution card.
  • Travel display, table covers, sanitary supplies, consent forms for classes.
• Software stack:
  • Website and store platform, payment processor, inventory tracker, barcode/label tool.
  • Basic accounting, email marketing, customer relationship tool, shipping platform.
  • Document storage for batch records, Safety Data Sheets, labels, and policies.

Physical Setup

Decide on a home studio, shared kitchen-style space, or a small commercial suite. Confirm zoning before you set up. Keep production and packing clean, organized, and easy to inspect.

Plan storage for oils and alcohol. Keep away from heat and light. Use a flammable-liquid cabinet when needed. Set clear zones for raw materials, finished goods, and shipping.

Plan transport. A hatchback or van with secure bins can handle markets and wholesale deliveries without damage.

• Layout: receive, store, mix, fill, label, pack, ship. One direction to avoid cross-mixing.
• Safety: spill supplies, extinguisher, ventilation, tool maintenance, ladder and step safety.
• Waste: seal used containers, follow local rules for disposal.
• Signage: door sign as allowed, internal safety signs where needed.

Varies by jurisdiction: Check your city planning and zoning office for home-occupation rules, your building department for a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) if you lease a space, and your fire marshal for storage limits and permits. Search “[your city] zoning home occupation,” “[your city] Certificate of Occupancy,” and “[your city] flammable liquids.”

Insurance & Risk

Insurance protects your work and your name. A single issue with a product or a vendor claim can be costly. Plan coverage before you sell.

Some events, markets, and retailers require proof of coverage and may ask to be listed as an additional insured.

Review coverage with a broker who understands your business model For basics, see business insurance.

• Core policies: general liability, product liability for cosmetics or scented goods, commercial property (equipment and stock).
• People: workers’ compensation if you hire, disability and key person coverage as needed.
• Other: cyber for online sales, inland marine for goods in transit, event policies for markets.

Varies by jurisdiction: Confirm workers’ compensation and state insurance rules with your state labor or insurance department. Search “[your state] workers’ compensation employer requirements.”

Suppliers & Maintenance

Pick reliable suppliers with consistent quality. Ask for Safety Data Sheets and typical specifications. Keep at least two sources for critical oils and carriers in case of delays.

Plan care for tools and labels. Calibrate scales. Check label adhesion and print clarity twice a year. Replace droppers and seals on schedule.

Hold small retention samples of each batch and record codes so you can track any issue quickly.

• Supplier checks: documented specs, batch consistency, shipping time, returns policy.
• Quality steps: first-article label test, fill-level check, torque check for caps, leak test for sprayers.
• Inventory rules: first-in first-out, storage by temperature and light limits, clear expiry notes.
• Records: batch sheet with date, materials, amounts, and codes; label version control.

Pre-Launch Readiness

Run a full dress rehearsal. Make, label, and package a small set of products. Ship test orders. Try a soft open to friends or a small event.

Collect testimonials from early customers who used testers or samples. Show clear product photos and ingredient lists on your site.

Set up payments, invoicing, and a simple marketing kickoff plan. See create a marketing plan for a basic structure you can follow.

• Compliance checks: confirm classification for each product, review labels against cosmetic rules, and add any needed warnings.
• If you manufacture cosmetics: complete facility registration and product listings as required by MoCRA; keep a log for serious adverse events and how customers can reach you.
• Packaging: add batch codes, verify seals, run a three-day leak test on sprayers and roll-ons.
• Shipping: classify any items with flammable solvents, choose carriers and services that allow them, and build correct labels in your shipping software.
• Contracts and forms: wholesale terms, event agreements, photography and brand use rules for partners.
• Payments: live test of checkout, refunds, and receipts.
• Website: product pages, ingredients, sizes, care instructions, returns policy, privacy, and contact details that match your labels.
• Training: safe handling, cleaning steps, labeling process, customer communication boundaries about health claims.

Go-Live Checklist

This is your final pass. If anything is unclear, pause and fix it before selling. Launch small, learn fast, and expand safely.

Announce your opening with a clear offer. Keep promises simple and true. Think about the flip side: it is better to sell fewer products with perfect labels than many with errors.

Use this list to confirm your first day is clean and compliant.

• Legal and tax: entity formed, Employer Identification Number received, sales tax account active where required, local license in hand if needed.
• Product compliance: labels verified, warnings added, batch codes present, facility registration and product listings complete if you manufacture cosmetics.
• Safety: Safety Data Sheets on file and accessible to employees, storage organized, fire extinguisher ready, spill kit stocked.
• Packaging and shipping: shipping rules confirmed for any flammable items, cartons and inserts ready, test labels printed.
• Brand assets: website live, contact details consistent across labels and site, social handles secured, product photos published.
• Sales tools: point-of-sale or online checkout tested, receipts configured, taxes applied correctly.
• Insurance: certificates downloaded, additional insured language ready for events or wholesale partners.
• Launch actions: email to early list, in-store sampling plan, two weeks of social posts scheduled, outreach to two local retailers.
• Review loop: daily label spot-check, order accuracy check, quick record of any customer issues and your response.

General note on registrations: Requirements can vary by state and city. Use your state’s business portal and Department of Revenue for entity, name, and tax steps, then your city or county licensing portal for local rules. When in doubt, call and ask the three smart questions listed in each section of this guide.

101 Tips for Running Your Aromatherapy Business

You’re building a product business that blends creativity with safety and compliance. These tips focus on what to do before launch and how to run a tight, trustworthy operation. Follow the rules, keep your claims conservative, and grow with discipline. Use each tip to make one practical move this week.

Numbering runs across sections so you can track progress from idea to launch. When rules vary by state or city, confirm with your official portals before acting. Keep records for everything you decide. Small, steady improvements compound.

What to Do Before Starting

1. Define your business model early: manufacture cosmetics, resell finished goods, private-label, or a mix; your choice drives equipment, labeling, and compliance.
2. Decide which claims you will and won’t make; avoid disease or treatment language unless you pursue a drug pathway.
3. Pick a narrow launch lineup (three to five SKUs) so you can master quality, labeling, and packaging before adding variety.
4. Price from the bottom up: ingredients, packaging, labor time, overhead, merchant fees, and a margin that covers growth and returns.
5. Map your sales channels (online, wholesale, markets) and set simple rules for each, like order minimums and turnaround times.
6. Confirm zoning for your workspace and any home-occupation limits before you buy gear or sign a lease; rules vary by city.
7. Open a business bank account after you form the entity and get an Employer Identification Number; keep finances separate from day one.
8. Create a claims and labeling checklist you will use on every product panel: identity, net quantity, ingredients, firm name and address, warnings as needed.
9. Choose at least two suppliers for critical oils and carriers to reduce the risk of stockouts and batch variability.
10. Estimate a starter budget by category (equipment, inventory, packaging, labels, insurance, website) and add a contingency for reprints or relabeling.

What Successful Aromatherapy Business Owners Do

11. Maintain batch records for every run so you can trace ingredients and resolve issues quickly.
12. Use lot and date codes on every unit; this builds trust with retailers and consumers.
13. Run small pilot batches to test scent strength, label adhesion, and leak resistance before scaling.
14. Standardize dilutions with written formulas and measuring tools, not memory.
15. Keep Safety Data Sheets on file for each oil and carrier; organize them for quick access.
16. Schedule quarterly label audits to stay aligned with cosmetic labeling rules and internal style.
17. Train staff to speak about scent and routine, not disease; consistent language protects the brand.
18. Photograph every product in consistent lighting and scale; clear images reduce pre-sale questions and returns.
19. Measure reorder rates and average order value to spot winners and cut slow movers.
20. Negotiate freight and lead times with packaging vendors before peak seasons to prevent delays.
21. Document supplier quality expectations (purity, certificates, lead time) and review annually.
22. Set aside time each month for housekeeping: recalibrate scales, check seals, and refresh testers.

Running the Business (Operations, Staffing, SOPs)

23. Write standard operating procedures for mixing, filling, labeling, packing, and storage so quality doesn’t depend on one person.
24. Use checklists at each station to prevent skipped steps and to train new helpers quickly.
25. Assign a single owner for compliance tasks (labels, records, filings) and a backup who can cover during absences.
26. Store oils away from heat and sunlight, and separate raw materials from finished goods to reduce mix-ups.
27. Use torque checks for caps and sprayers; consistent closing pressure reduces leaks in transit.
28. Set minimum and reorder points per SKU so inventory is proactive, not reactive.
29. Prepare an event kit (extra labels, caps, spill supplies, wipes, calculator, tape) to keep pop-ups professional.
30. Run a weekly “defect sweep” for crooked labels, underfills, or scuffed packaging, and rework immediately.
31. Document a cleaning plan for tools and surfaces between batches; note contact times for sanitizers.
32. Classify each product for shipping before you sell it and record the result with the SKU.
33. Onboard help with short training modules: safe handling, label accuracy, customer language boundaries.
34. Track actual labor time per unit and update pricing or processes when the numbers drift.

What to Know About the Industry (Rules, Seasons, Supply, Risks)

35. Body-applied scented products are cosmetics; claims to treat or prevent disease can trigger drug rules.
36. If you manufacture cosmetics, be ready for facility registration, product listing, recordkeeping, and other obligations under modern cosmetic law.
37. All marketing must be truthful and supported; health-related statements require reliable evidence.
38. If you have employees who handle chemicals, you must label containers, keep Safety Data Sheets, and train under workplace safety rules.
39. Methyl salicylate above five percent requires child-resistant packaging; assess formulas that include wintergreen.
40. Some products with flammable solvents may be regulated for transport; confirm classification and packaging before offering to carriers.
41. Retail sales of goods are taxable in most states; register and collect where required.
42. Holiday gift demand spikes in Q4; plan packaging and lead times well in advance.
43. Crop yields and weather affect essential oil availability and price; expect annual variability and keep alternates.
44. Packaging components can have long lead times; order proofs early to avoid launch delays.

Marketing (Local, Digital, Offers, Community)

45. Lead with benefit plus safety: explain what the product does for the user experience without medical claims.
46. Use clean product photography with size references so buyers know exactly what they’ll receive.
47. Offer discovery sets with small sizes to help customers find favorite scents with low risk.
48. Bundle complementary items (e.g., roll-on plus linen spray) to raise order value.
49. Collect emails at markets and online with a clear promise: new scents, limited drops, and care tips.
50. Create a wholesale line sheet with prices, case packs, and reorder terms for boutiques and spas.
51. Pitch local studios and spas with a simple tester plan and quick staff training sheet.
52. Set up a sample bowl with disposable blotter strips at events to increase engagement without mess.
53. Write product pages that list ingredients, size, usage, and storage; clear info reduces support tickets.
54. Run seasonal launches tied to real use moments (morning focus, evening wind-down, travel).
55. Include a reorder card in every box with scent notes and a QR to the exact product page.
56. Encourage reviews with a short post-purchase email; respond to all reviews to show you listen.
57. Use local press and community calendars to announce pop-ups and workshops.
58. Create a simple brand guide (voice, colors, label rules) so every message looks and sounds consistent.
59. Track channel performance monthly and shift effort to the two that deliver most sales.

Dealing with Customers (Trust, Education, Retention)

60. Give safe-use directions with every item: where to apply, how often, and what to avoid.
61. Share dilution guidance for roll-ons and body oils in plain language so customers do not overuse.
62. List full ingredients so buyers with sensitivities can make informed choices.
63. Invite customers to test on a small area first and wait 24 hours before full use.
64. Offer scent profiles in simple terms (fresh, floral, resinous) to help selection.
65. Provide care cards for diffusers and sprays to extend product life and reduce returns.
66. Be clear about what you cannot advise; do not give medical guidance or treat symptoms.
67. Make it easy to reach you by email or phone and reply within one business day.
68. Recognize repeat buyers with occasional samples or early access to new blends.
69. Capture feedback at events with a short, friendly question about favorites and gaps.
70. Create refill options or bring-your-bottle days for local customers to build loyalty.
71. Keep a simple scent memory chart for customers so reorders match what they loved.

Customer Service (Policies, Guarantees, Feedback)

72. Publish a clear return and exchange policy with steps and timelines customers can follow.
73. Set a standard for response time and meet it; if an answer needs research, acknowledge and give a date.
74. Document how to handle damaged-in-transit orders and train staff to resolve them quickly.
75. Record and investigate serious adverse event reports when required and keep related records organized.
76. Offer a straightforward satisfaction guarantee for first-time buyers to lower risk.
77. Give retailers a simple defect allowance process so small issues do not stall reorders.
78. Run a quarterly mystery-shop review of your customer experience and fix the top issues within two weeks.
79. Track recurring complaints, assign owners, and verify fixes before the next launch.

Sustainability (Waste, Sourcing, Long-Term)

80. Choose right-sized packaging to reduce materials and shipping weight.
81. Offer refill or concentrate formats for local customers to cut waste and build loyalty.
82. Source from suppliers who provide transparent specs and quality documentation.
83. Use recyclable mailers and simple inserts instead of bulky boxes where protection allows.
84. Batch in volumes that minimize leftover product while meeting demand.
85. Optimize storage to reduce spoilage: cool, dark, and sealed containers.
86. Publish a brief sustainability statement so customers know your priorities and trade-offs.

Staying Informed (Trends, Sources, Cadence)

87. Check cosmetic law and guidance updates on a regular schedule and adjust your procedures accordingly.
88. Review advertising guidance to keep claims conservative and supported.
89. Monitor workplace safety updates that affect labeling and training when you have employees.
90. Watch packaging safety announcements that could affect closures or child-resistant features.
91. Scan transport regulations for changes to classifications that touch your product line.
92. Run a semiannual label and website content audit to ensure alignment with current rules.

Adapting to Change (Seasonality, Shocks, Competition, Tech)

93. Create a second-source list for your top ten ingredients and update it every quarter.
94. Set a price review trigger based on ingredient or packaging cost changes and adjust with clear customer communication.
95. Shift production toward non-flammable SKUs when air shipping constraints tighten.
96. Rebalance channels when one slows: increase markets, pop-ups, or wholesale outreach to keep volume steady.
97. Adopt simple inventory software when spreadsheets no longer give accurate counts.
98. Test new formats (solid perfumes, inhalers) in micro-batches to respond to trends without overcommitting.

What Not to Do

99. Do not make disease or treatment claims for your products; keep language within cosmetic or consumer product boundaries.
100. Do not ignore local licensing, zoning, or fire safety requirements; confirm before signing a lease or hosting an event.
101. Do not ship products that may be regulated for transport without verifying classification, packaging, and carrier rules.

 

Sources: FDA, Federal Trade Commission, OSHA, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, U.S. DOT PHMSA, U.S. Small Business Administration, IRS, USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, CDC, USA.gov