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Handmade soap and cosmetics
Natural soaps, oils and skincare under a small brand.
Money to start
Up to ₹50,000
Time it needs
10 to 25 hours a week
Risk
Medium
Works from home
Yes
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The short version. The full Assess, Run and Nurture steps for this way are being written.
Natural soaps and skincare sell well online. Selling cosmetics needs a manufacturing licence under the Drugs and Cosmetics rules, so plan for compliance before scaling. Labelling and ingredient claims must be honest.
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