Cosmetics fulfillment and beauty fulfillment

Scalable fulfillment for beauty, skincare & cosmetics brands

From temperature-sensitive serums to fragile palettes, our beauty-optimized fulfillment capabilities will ensure your products arrive fresh, flawless and ready to impress—every time. With strategically located, coast-to-coast U.S. fulfillment centers, we deliver in 2 days or less using advanced technology and customer insights to exceed customer expectations and grow brand loyalty.

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We are excited to tap Cart.com’s technology expertise and leverage the company’s fulfillment and customer experience capabilities to continue delighting our consumers throughout their shopping journeys

Aaron Wilcox

COO Luminess Cosmetics

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Cart.com cosmetics fulfillment & beauty fulfillment services

A fulfillment experience your customers will rave about

Fulfillment services should go above and beyond the standard. Cart.com can deliver a 3PL experience that delights your customers and helps your brand scale with confidence. With over 10 million square feet of warehouse space, advanced proprietary software and decades of experience, we offer beauty, skincare and cosmetics brands the infrastructure, precision and insight needed to grow without disruptions.

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Pick, pack and shipping specialized for sensitive products

Product quality isn’t just about formulation. It’s also about how well that formulation is preserved from warehouse to doorstep. We provide scalable 3PL services designed for brands that need climate-controlled storage, humidity regulation and condition-aware packing to protect sensitive ingredients and packaging.

Our automated systems, including put-to-light technology and advanced expiration date tracking, ensure careful handling and record-keeping for every item.

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Value-added services to build brand loyalty

Unique unboxing experiences for your customers

Deliver your products in style from any of our climate-controlled fulfillment centers with subscription services, kitting and assembly, customized retail sales packaging, serialization, marketing inserts or gift wrapping services. Tailor your fulfillment operations with the customizations you need using options from our complete suite of value-added services (VAS) set to deliver your brand aesthetics, providing an unboxing experience that wows - with every order.

Scale at ease with our proprietary WMS/OMS

Plug your tech stack into our WMS/OMS for complete order and inventory control. Streamline your returns logistics, track outbound orders and manage inventory in real time. Our fulfillment software optimizes shipping costs and offers powerful insights that drive better business decisions. Beauty, skincare and cosmetics brands can make the most of our powerful tech features with the support of our dedicated customer success teams.

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Case Study

Learn how Cart.com help Hanni scale

When Hanni secured an exclusive partnership with beauty retail leader Sephora, their existing 3PL provider struggled to handle their rapid multi-channel expansion. Cart.com stepped in to deliver scalable fulfillment solutions, transforming their operations into an efficient and streamlined omnichannel system.

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FAQs

Does Cart.com offer temperature-controlled warehouses?

Yes, Cart.com can provide temperature-controlled warehouses to store products requiring special considerations properly. With a nationwide network of strategically placed warehouses across the U.S. and multi-node support, Cart.com has warehouses that can fit the needs of cosmetics and beauty companies.

Does the WMS provide FIFO and FEFO functionality?

Yes, Cart.com's warehouse management system software, Constellation WMS, supports both first in, first out (FIFO) and first expired, first out (FEFO) inventory management. This flexible system enables brands to choose the best inventory flow for their needs. With FIFO, older inventory is prioritized. FEFO ensures that products with closer expiration dates are shipped first, helping cosmetic brands minimize waste and maintain product freshness, maximizing both margins and customer satisfaction.

Can you track expiration dates across SKUs?

Absolutely. Our system supports lot-level tracking, FIFO logic and expiry alerts.

Can I bring my own rate card?

Yes, Cart.com’s transportation management system software, Constellation TMS, allows partners to use their own rate card, leverage Cart.com's negotiated rates or combine both for optimized freight costs. This flexibility means brands can access cost-effective shipping solutions tailored to their needs and utilize TMS tools to help analyze and select the most efficient carrier options based on real-time data, driving maximum savings.

Does Cart.com provide kitting and bundling services?

Cart.com offers comprehensive kitting and bundling services as part of its value-added solutions. Cosmetic brands can benefit from custom assembly, bundling and boutique beauty fulfillment services that allow for personalized and curated product sets. Whether you’re offering subscription boxes, seasonal kits or promotional bundles, Cart.com's team ensures each package meets high presentation standards, creating a memorable unboxing experience for your customers, encouraging loyalty and boosting reputation.

Can Cart.com handle cosmetics and beauty product returns?

Yes, Cart.com seamlessly manages returns and reverse logistics with native integrations to platforms like Happy Returns and Loop, simplifying the process for customers and brands. With Constellation's flexibility (our proprietary software), Cart.com can set up rules to ensure returns are handled properly and promptly.

Can Cart.com handle high SKU volumes?

Yes, Cart.com has the expertise, technology and processes to handle the high SKU count often required for cosmetics and beauty fulfillment. Our 3PL services team can help you organize products in a way that streamlines the pick and pack processes and reduces errors. Our proprietary software manages inventory across channels, improving accuracy and preventing overselling. Cart.com ensures quality control and batch tracking, which are critical to meeting industry standards and keep products safe and customers satisfied.