Looking for the most profitable beauty products to wholesale from China? After three decades of sourcing for importers in 200+ countries, our team at Greentime has narrowed it down to the 20 highest-demand, easiest-to-ship, and best-margin beauty items — across hair accessories, bath accessories, makeup tools, eyelash tools, and nail care. This guide covers each product’s wholesale price, MOQ, supplier hubs, and quality checks, so you can build a winning inventory.
Why Wholesale Beauty Products from China?
China has been the global epicenter of beauty manufacturing for more than two decades. Ningbo, Yiwu, Guangzhou, and Shantou together produce over 70% of the world’s personal-care accessories. For importers, the opportunity is straightforward:
With an experienced China sourcing agent like Greentime, you can combine factory-direct pricing with full-service quality control, OEM/ODM customization, and consolidated shipping. Whether you sell on Amazon, Shopify, or supply to retail chains, the unit economics for the 20 products below are unmatched anywhere else in the world.
New to importing from China? Read our step-by-step playbook first: How to Import Beauty Products from China — The Complete Guide.
Accessoires de cheveux
Yiwu and Shenzhen dominate hair accessory manufacturing. Average wholesale margin for resellers: 3.5x - 5x. MOQs are the lowest of any beauty category and shipping is ultra-light.
Bobby Pins $0.05 – $0.10 / pc
The single highest-volume hair accessory imported globally. Black bobby pins remain bestsellers year after year.
- MOQ: 500 pieces per size
- Hub: Yiwu, Shenzhen
- Pack: 100 pcs / bag
Best MOQ tier: 5,000 pcs
Snap Hair Clips $0.08 – $0.18 / pc
Resin snap clips in pastel colors dominate Gen-Z retail. Easy to brand with custom colors and packaging.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Finish: matte, glossy, glitter
- Custom color: 1,000+ pcs
Custom logo: from 1,000 pcs
Claw Clips $0.30 – $0.65 / pc
The productivity-friendly hair clip trend continues to grow. Acetate claw clips retail at $4–$12 globally.
- pcs 300: MOQ
- Sizes: mini, midi, maxi
- Material: acetate, acrylic, resin
Sweet spot MOQ: 1,000 pcs
Paddle Hair Brushes $0.65 – $1.40 / pc
Detangling paddle brushes with ionic bristles are a top Amazon-Beauty seller, especially in the US/EU markets.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Materials: wood, bamboo, ABS
- OEM logo on handle
Délai de livraison: jours 25
Hair Bands & Scrunchies $0.06 – $0.25 / pc
Velvet, satin, and ruched mesh scrunchies — the lowest-MOQ hair product, ideal for retail bundles and subscription boxes.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Fabrics: velvet, satin, silk-blend
- Custom pack available
Best MOQ tier: 1,000 pcs
Browse hair accessories and related personal-care lines on our Beauty & Personal Care category page.
Accessoires de bain
Bath accessories combine very low unit cost with high repeat-purchase frequency. Ningbo and Yiwu are the dominant production hubs. Many companies bundle these with hair/skincare lines for cross-selling.
Long-Handle Bath Brushes $0.55 – $1.20 / pc
Back-scrubber / dry-brush style. Strong demand from spa and wellness retailers, plus eco-friendly bamboo versions.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Materials: wood, bamboo, PP
- Replaceable head options
Sweet spot MOQ: 1,000 pcs
Mesh Shower Sponges (Poufs) $0.05 – $0.18 / pc
A staple private-label item for hotels and retailers. Extremely lightweight — ideal for air-freight or e-commerce shipping.
- pcs 1,000: MOQ
- Mesh: PE, nylon, sisal
- Colors: full Pantone
Best MOQ tier: 5,000 pcs
Natural Loofahs $0.18 – $0.45 / pc
Plant-fiber loofahs (loofah gourd) are the in-demand eco alternative to plastic sponges. EU buyers especially prioritize this category.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Forms: whole, sliced, compressed
- Emballage compostable
EU eco-label friendly
Exfoliating Bath Mitts & Gloves $0.20 – $0.55 / pc
Highly searchable on Amazon K-beauty and skincare niches. Pair well with body scrubs for bundle SKUs.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Materials: viscose, nylon, sisal
- Custom woven tag
Délai de livraison: jours 20
See also our full Bathroom Products wholesale catalog — includes shower curtains, organizers, dispensers, and towels.
Outils de maquillage
Makeup brushes and sponges are produced primarily in Shenzhen and Cixi (Zhejiang). They are one of the strongest private-label categories on Amazon, Shopify, and TikTok Shop.
Foundation Makeup Brushes $0.40 – $1.10 / pc
Buffing, flat-kabuki, and oval foundation brushes. Big margin when sold as private-label with cosmetic bags.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Bristles: synthetic, vegan
- Custom ferrule & handle
Best MOQ tier: 1,000 pcs
Eye Makeup Brush Sets $1.20 – $3.50 / set
7–12 piece sets retail for $12–$28 on Amazon. One of the most gifting-friendly beauty products online.
- MOQ: jeux de 300
- Pieces per set: 5–15
- PU pouch / box / canvas roll
Custom set: 500 sets
Beauty Blenders $0.18 – $0.55 / pc
Latex & non-latex beauty sponges in signature egg shapes. Pair with brush sets for high-AOV bundles.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Shapes: egg, flat, mini, contour
- Hydrophilic, latex-free options
Mélange de couleurs personnalisé
Microfiber Makeup Sponges $0.30 – $0.85 / pc
Reusable, machine-washable microfiber puffs. The current trending alternative to disposable sponges in the EU market.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Reusable / washable
- Brandable washing bag included
Eco label ready
Looking for a wider range? Browse Greentime's Beauty & Personal Care catalogue page 2 for skincare tools, mirrors, organizers, and cosmetic bags.
Outils de cils
Qingdao and Pingdu (Shandong) are China’s cluster hubs for eyelash manufacturing, exporting to 80+ countries. The eyelash segment continues to grow at double-digit CAGR in beauty retail.
Eyelash Curlers $0.30 – $0.85 / pc
Stainless-steel curlers are the most-searched eye tool on AliExpress / Amazon. Classic black-and-pink combos dominate.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Replacements silicone pads
- Private mold: 5,000 pcs
Sweet spot MOQ: 1,000 pcs
Eyelash & Brow Combs $0.05 – $0.18 / pc
Mini disposable plastic lash combs — perfect add-on or free gift inside beauty kits. Shrink-wrap or branded sleeve.
- pcs 1,000: MOQ
- Colors: black, white, rose
- Carded packaging available
Best MOQ tier: 5,000 pcs
False Eyelashes (Strips & Individuals) $0.25 – $1.10 / pair
Synthetic, mink, and silk lashes in plastic trays or magnetic boxes. Strong repeat-purchase behavior in beauty retail.
- MOQ: 300 pairs / style
- Materials: faux-mink, silk, paper
- Custom tray art: 1,000 pairs
Custom packaging: 1,000 pairs
For related personal-care imports, see our Beauty & Personal Care wholesale catalog or request a custom lash catalogue quote from our team.
Soins des ongles
Stainless-steel personal-care hardware is concentrated in Yangjiang (Guangdong) and Yongkang (Zhejiang). Nail care is a long-shelf-life, low-claim-rate category — ideal for first-time importers.
Stainless Steel Nail Clippers $0.18 – $0.55 / pc
Multi-size sets (fingernail, toenail, baby, pet) in gift pouches. Top dollar-volume hardware beauty item globally.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Grades: 304 / 420 stainless steel
- Custom engraving: 5,000 pcs
Sweet spot MOQ: 1,000 pcs
Emery Board Nail Files $0.04 – $0.15 / pc
Lowest unit cost and the highest piece-count of any beauty import. Perfect for bundling into press-on nail kits.
- pcs 1,000: MOQ
- Grits: 80 / 100 / 180 / 240
- Custom print on board: 5,000 pcs
Best MOQ tier: 5,000 pcs
Glass Nail Files $0.45 – $1.20 / pc
Washable, long-life crystal/glass files — high-margin private-label item, popular in EU/US premium beauty retail.
- pcs 500: MOQ
- Etched / printed logo
- Leather pouch option
Custom pouch from 1,000 pcs
Manicure & Pedicure Sets $1.80 – $4.50 / set
5-, 7-, 9-piece stainless steel grooming kits in PU leather cases. Strong gifting, retail, and corporate-merch demand.
- MOQ: jeux de 300
- Case materials: PU leather, velvet, tin
- Custom case branding: 500 sets
Délai de livraison: jours 30
Voir tout Greentime’s general-merchandise categories on the Product index page.
Quality, Compliance & Inspection Checklist
Beauty accessories are low-risk from a regulatory standpoint, but brand reputation depends on consistent quality. At Greentime nous suivons Normes d'inspection AQL 2.5 on every consolidated shipment. Before approving a sample, run this checklist:
| Vérifiez | Pourquoi cela compte | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Materials consistency | Avoid late-stage claim disputes | Match approved sample, RoHS / REACH ready |
| Couleur et finition | Pantone match on plastic, fabric, metal | ≤ ΔE 2.0 vs. reference |
| Test fonctionnel | Brush bristle retention, curler spring, clip spring force | 100% functional on sampling line |
| bords tranchants / bavures | Safety on metal tools (clippers, files) | Visual + finger-glove test on sample |
| Emballage | Carton, polybag, retail box integrity | ISTA 3A drop test for export cartons |
EU buyers: confirm REACH SVHC compliance for metal and plastic parts. US buyers: confirm labeling under MoCRA for finished cosmetics — note that the products in this guide are accessories / tools, not finished cosmetics, and are exempt from MoCRA registration but still subject to labeling on packaging.
How to Place a Wholesale Order with Greentime
- Send your sourcing list — even a screenshot or rough Excel is enough.
- Receive 3 factory quotes per SKU dans un délai de 24 à 72 heures.
- Approuver les échantillons (paid, refunded at bulk order).
- Confirm PI & deposit — typically 30% TT.
- Production in 25–35 days, with our team running inline inspections.
- Pre-shipment AQL 2.5 inspection + shared inspection report.
- Cheapest freight quote — LCL / FCL / air / courier to your port or warehouse.
MOQ policy: most accessory categories start at 500 units per SKU. Trial orders from 200 pcs are possible for buyers with pre-approved samples.
Payment terms: 30% deposit / 70% before shipment. Alibaba Trade Assurance and letter of credit accepted.
Questions fréquemment posées
1.What is the best beauty product to wholesale from China for beginners?
Start with the lowest-MOQ, lowest-claim categories: bobby pins, mesh shower sponges, emery board nail files, and beauty blenders. They are inexpensive to ship, have very low defect rates, and let you learn the workflow before scaling to higher-value categories like eyelash sets or manicure kits.
2.What is the typical MOQ for these beauty products?
MOQs run from 300–500 unités for most accessory categories, and Greentime can negotiate lower trial orders (200 pcs) for first-time buyers using pre-approved samples. Eyelash sets and manicure kits usually have higher per-style MOQs (300–500 per style).
3.How long does production and shipping take?
Le délai de production est généralement de 25 à 35 jours after deposit. Sea shipping adds 18–35 days depending on the destination port (e.g., 22 days to Long Beach, 30 days to Rotterdam). Air freight is 5–10 days for urgent replenishment.
4.Can I customize packaging and add my own brand?
Oui. Greentime provides full OEM / ODM services including custom logos on brushes, clippers, lash trays, and bags, plus private-label retail cartons. Logo customization usually starts at 500–1,000 units; full custom packaging from 1,000 units.
5.Are these products subject to FDA / EU cosmetic regulations?
The 20 products in this guide are personal-care accessories and tools, not finished cosmetics. They are exempt from FDA cosmetic registration and EU CPNP notification. However, metal/plastic components should still meet REACH (UE) et Californie Prop 65 (US) heavy-metal thresholds.
