{"id":4185,"date":"2022-07-19T14:06:06","date_gmt":"2022-07-19T14:06:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/?p=4185"},"modified":"2024-05-20T13:29:16","modified_gmt":"2024-05-20T13:29:16","slug":"how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start a Cosmetics Manufacturing Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you have an idea for a cosmetic product or line? Maybe you are entrepreneurial-minded and want to start your own business. In that case, you are probably wondering how to start your own cosmetics manufacturing business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Starting a cosmetics manufacturing company isn\u2019t different from any other product-based business. Here are the steps to start selling your own cosmetics line:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Build Your Brand<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find a Wholesaler<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose Your Sales Platform<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make a Profit<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosmetics are one of the most popular and enduring products. Cosmetics help us feel clean and look good, which makes us more successful socially.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosmetics go way beyond make-up. According to Statista, make-up only constitutes about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/topics\/3137\/cosmetics-industry\/#dossierKeyfigures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">16% of the worldwide cosmetics market<\/a>. Here are some examples of other types of cosmetics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Skincare products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Haircare products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfumes\/cologne<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toiletries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deodorants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oral hygiene products, including toothpaste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, cosmetics are one category of consumer goods that everyone in the world uses. That\u2019s what makes it such a great business. Let\u2019s look closer at what you need to do to get your cosmetics manufacturing company off the ground. This article assumes you have already planned and designed your prospective product.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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Your Customers\">Know Your Customers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Value_Proposition\" title=\"Value Proposition\">Value Proposition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Use_Social_Media\" title=\"Use Social Media\">Use Social Media<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Find_a_Wholesaler\" title=\"Find a Wholesaler\">Find a Wholesaler<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#High-Quality_Raw_Ingredients\" title=\"High-Quality Raw Ingredients\">High-Quality Raw Ingredients<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#What_Do_You_Need_to_Qualify_for_Wholesale_Purchasing\" title=\"What Do You Need to Qualify for Wholesale Purchasing?\">What Do You Need to Qualify for Wholesale Purchasing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Choose_Your_Sales_Platform\" title=\"Choose Your Sales Platform\">Choose Your Sales Platform<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Keep_Your_Customers_in_Mind\" title=\"Keep Your Customers in Mind\">Keep Your Customers in Mind<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Build_a_Website\" title=\"Build a Website\">Build a Website<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Higher_Representatives_and_Distributors\" title=\"Higher Representatives and Distributors\">Higher Representatives and Distributors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Make_a_Profit\" title=\"Make a Profit\">Make a Profit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Have_a_Financial_Cushion\" title=\"Have a Financial Cushion\">Have a Financial Cushion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Keep_Expenses_Low\" title=\"Keep Expenses Low\">Keep Expenses Low<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Managing_Cash_Flow\" title=\"Managing Cash Flow\">Managing Cash Flow<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#1_Isnt_there_too_much_competition_Can_I_make_it_as_a_small_cosmetics_business\" title=\"1. Isn\u2019t there too much competition? Can I make it as a small cosmetics business?\">1. Isn\u2019t there too much competition? Can I make it as a small cosmetics business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/how-to-start-a-cosmetics-manufacturing-business\/#2_How_do_I_price_shipping_costs_into_my_products\" title=\"2. How do I price shipping costs into my products?\">2. How do I price shipping costs into my products?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build_Your_Brand\"><\/span><strong>Build Your Brand<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" src=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/84-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"How to Start a Cosmetics Distribution Business\" class=\"wp-image-5867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/84-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/84-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/84-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/84-600x339.jpg 600w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/84.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you have determined your product formulation(s), you need to start working on building your brand. Building your brand is crucial for both product and service-based businesses. And you should continue to build and reinforce your brand throughout the life of your company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_Your_Customers\"><\/span><strong>Know Your Customers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in building a brand is to know who your customers are and what moves them. If you have designed an organic skin lotion, for instance, your audience is going to care very much about natural products. They may also be interested in other environmentally friendly practices, such as keeping a low carbon footprint and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can then use this information to build the core tenants of your brand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Value_Proposition\"><\/span><strong>Value Proposition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, determine your value proposition. This is also closely related to your customers. In other words, how do you create value for the people buying your products?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unsure how to create a value proposition? Here are some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wordstream.com\/blog\/ws\/2016\/04\/27\/value-proposition-examples\">most famous value propositions<\/a> to get you started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Slack<\/strong>: \u201cBe more productive at work with less effort.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>iPhone<\/strong>: \u201cThe experience IS the product.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Uber<\/strong>: \u201cThe smartest way to get around.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people confuse value propositions with mission statements. Mission statements are broader, describing a company\u2019s overall plan for doing business. Value propositions describe why customers will buy your product.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Social_Media\"><\/span><strong>Use Social Media<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When starting your own cosmetics company, you probably don\u2019t have a lot of money available in the initial stages to mount a massive marketing campaign. You can use social media to promote your brands without spending any money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start the buzz about your products with friends and family. You can then find social media influencers who might be willing to post about your products in exchange for free samples.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_a_Wholesaler\"><\/span><strong>Find a Wholesaler<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you need to secure a reliable supply chain to source your products. You may be in the fortunate position of outsourcing production from the beginning, but more likely, you will be making your own products, at least to start. To keep your cost of sales low, find someone who can buy wholesale ingredients from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what to look for in a wholesaler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High-Quality_Raw_Ingredients\"><\/span><strong>High-Quality Raw Ingredients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to cosmetics, people who buy from small companies are typically looking for a one-of-a-kind special product\u2014and they don\u2019t mind paying a premium for it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first rule of selling premium products is using premium ingredients. That\u2019s why your inputs need to be non-toxic and reliably sourced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.knowde.com\/stores\/dsm\/\">DSM<\/a> is a wholesale supplier used by cosmetics producers all over the world. More than 45% of its products are organic, making it an excellent and stable supplier of the raw materials of your products.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_You_Need_to_Qualify_for_Wholesale_Purchasing\"><\/span><strong>What Do You Need to Qualify for Wholesale Purchasing?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While lots of companies advertise themselves as wholesalers, the best wholesale suppliers only sell to other businesses. So what do you need to do to qualify to purchase from these wholesalers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s known by different things in different states, but you need to get a reseller\u2019s permit in order to buy wholesale products. This usually comes in the form of a state tax ID number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your individual state\u2019s website will have instructions on how you can apply for a state tax ID number, also known as a reseller\u2019s permit. You can also get this license from a third-party vendor, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myusacorporation.com\/reseller-permit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MyUSACorporation.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_Your_Sales_Platform\"><\/span><strong>Choose Your Sales Platform<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" data-src=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"How to Start a Cosmetics Distribution Business\" class=\"wp-image-5868 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-600x339.jpg 600w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85.jpg 1280w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/170;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" src=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"How to Start a Cosmetics Distribution Business\" class=\"wp-image-5868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85-600x339.jpg 600w, https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/85.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Next, you need to figure out the channels you will use to sell your products. For smaller, home-based businesses, Shopify and Etsy might be great alternatives to sell your products. You can also build your own website or use a more comprehensive online marketplace like Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_Your_Customers_in_Mind\"><\/span><strong>Keep Your Customers in Mind<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember how you got to know your customers as you were building your brand? These are the people you need to be keeping in mind when choosing your sales platform.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are branding yourself as a small, home-based business, for example, Etsy and Shopify would be sales platforms that are compatible with this business. If you want to promote your items alongside major names in the cosmetics industry, you should choose a more comprehensive marketplace like Amazon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/businessplansanddocs.com\/funding-requirements-for-a-coffee-shop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Funding Requirements for a Coffee Shop<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build_a_Website\"><\/span><strong>Build a Website<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you decide to outsource your sales platform, you should build your own website (or have one built for you.) Having a website with a clever domain name goes a long way in terms of professionalizing both your image and products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can sell products through your website with a simple plugin like <a href=\"https:\/\/woocommerce.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WooCommerce,<\/a> or you can use your website as a landing page to point your customers to Amazon or another online marketplace page.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Higher_Representatives_and_Distributors\"><\/span><strong>Higher Representatives and Distributors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most traditional route is to hire representatives and\/or independent distributors to sell your product. You can even do some of the in-person selling yourself by visiting local independent boutiques and gift shops.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When working with a retailer to place your product, the most common arrangement is for them to sell your products on consignment. The retailer receives a fee, usually a percentage of the selling price, to place and promote your products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_a_Profit\"><\/span><strong>Make a Profit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The final step in starting your own cosmetics manufacturing company\u2014and any other company\u2014is to have a plan for profitability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_a_Financial_Cushion\"><\/span><strong>Have a Financial Cushion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even the most brilliant of new enterprises are rarely profitable right away. In fact, most businesses <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshbooks.com\/hub\/startup\/how-long-does-it-take-business-to-be-successful\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">don\u2019t achieve profitability<\/a> until after operating for two or three years. And real success doesn\u2019t often present itself until the company has been running for seven to ten years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe it\u2019s because they tend to be optimistic by nature, but entrepreneurs underestimate how long it will take their business to be profitable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Loans and Series A funding are always a possibility but never a guarantee. Before starting your cosmetics manufacturing business, have a financial cushion to get both you and your product through the difficult times ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_Expenses_Low\"><\/span><strong>Keep Expenses Low<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone knows that building sales is a necessary component in attaining profitability, but few people think of controlling costs as a means of achieving the same end.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your costs by any means that does not sacrifice your product. If you don\u2019t need to rent office space, don\u2019t. Many businesses are started from homes and even garages and basements. Amazon and Microsoft are just two examples of this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a bonus, if you base your business from home, at least to start, you can benefit from some very lucrative <a href=\"https:\/\/finbriefs.com\/home-business-tax-deductions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">home business tax deductions<\/a> that will help you hold on to more of your money so you can invest it into your new business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Managing_Cash_Flow\"><\/span><strong>Managing Cash Flow<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Managing cash flow effectively can also help you make a profit from your cosmetics company. If you run out of money, you will have a hard time paying your wholesale suppliers. No supplies means no products. No products means no business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can adequately manage cash flow as a small business by promptly invoicing your clients. This can be difficult when dealing with larger customers, who may want up to 90 days to pay invoices to manage their own cash flow better. 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