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James Douglas Ltd are extending their services to include manual packing, re-packing and product assembly to support you and your customers. Our packing services can be tailored

In response to customer demand for a choice of biodegradable products, JDL is very pleased to announce that their new 100% pure Bamboo Cleansing Pad is now in stock. Sourcing top quality products that are biodegradable has been a key initiative for James Douglas. JDL can now offer four different

In response to customer demand for a choice of biodegradable and compostable products, JDL is very pleased to announce that a new 100% pure Bamboo Cleansing Pad has been added to their range. Sourcing top quality products that are biodegradable and compostable has been a key initiative for James Douglas. Having already introduced a biodegradable,… Continue reading James Douglas Ltd goes ‘greener’

The market for sheet masks is booming and JDL have ensured they have kept up with this trend. Whether flat sheet masks, compressed masks or eye masks, JDL is responding to more and more requests from customers who are recognising the benefit of adding these on-trend, highly effective treatments to their product range.

The removal of eye make-up is a delicate operation, especially if you’re a regular user of liner, shadow and mascara. Eye Make-up Remover products are specially formulated to remove all eye make-up and ensure that potentially harmful microorganisms cannot grow and multiply. The safety of Eye Makeup Remover is established by

Getting into the Christmas spirit, and showing just how versatile we can be, James Douglas Ltd. would like to introduce you to ‘The Christmas Tree’ pad! Many of our customers will have received samples in the post to demonstrate that we mean what we say when we state we can provide any pad, any shape,… Continue reading Get in ‘shape’ this Christmas!

Managing Director, Mike Hawkes is pleased to announce that James Douglas Limited has received certification against the internationally recognised standard ISO 22716:2007 for Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices. After receiving this prestigious certification, Mike commented, ‘Good manufacturing practices

How do you make sure you have the right pad partner? How do you ensure your pad is the right fabric, shape size? These are questions that James Douglas Limited (JDL) are used to providing solutions to.

Firstly, to say that I am deeply disappointed by the decision taken today by the British people. I would have preferred that the UK had chosen to remain as a part of the largest trading block in the world and remained a part of the decision making process that affects the laws, rules & regulations… Continue reading Leaving the EU: What does it mean for James Douglas and our cosmetic pads customers across Europe?

We are extremely pleased to announce that following the inspection of our site between 9th and 11th May 2016, James Douglas Limited has been recommended for certification against the international standard for Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices ISO 22716:2007. Managing Director, Mike Hawkes commented that, “our customers already recognise the unique specialist knowledge and experience JDL… Continue reading James Douglas Limited announces ISO 22716:2007 certification

Procurement & Sourcing Managers based in the UK regularly explain to me that “components and services sourced in China will deliver savings of up to 30-50% when compared with local sources”. Yet still in 2013, despite China becoming the second largest economy on the planet – our company www.jamesdouglas.net, a UK cosmetic pads manufacturer, continues… Continue reading UK Cosmetic Pads Manufacturer – Isn’t Sourcing From China Always Cheaper?

Many of the moist pads sold in the UK for the removal of nail polish utilise the plasticiser gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) in their formulation. This chemical solvent is particularly effective at dissolving the acrylic compound which forms the hard varnish layer and is not volatile. It is this combination of physical properties which makes GBL an… Continue reading Moist Pads for nail polish removal: Is GBL a vital ingredient or a risk to consumers?