Published Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 12:20 p.m.
Updated Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 12:22 p.m.
DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–mar 4, 2026–
Mary Kay Inc.
a global leader in direct selling and innovation in cosmetics and skin care, has achieved ISO 22716 certification, the internationally recognized gold standard for good manufacturing practices (GMP), reinforcing its relentless commitment to product quality, safety and global consumer trust.
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Chaun Harper, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Mary Kay Inc., emphasized the broader significance of the milestone: “At Mary Kay, quality is not a checkbox – it is a promise, an operational framework, and a culture. (Photo Credit: Mary Kay Inc.)
The main points of Mary Kay’s global production:
- Built on 26 acres, the Richard R. Rogers Manufacturing and R&D Center (R3), Mary Kay’s state-of-the-art Silver-LEED certified manufacturing and R&D facility, is located in Lewisville, Texas.
- R3 is a more than $100 million investment in a 453,000-square-foot building.
- R3 has the maximum daily production capacity of 1 million units in its 21 packaging lines.
- Nearly 60 percent of the products made at the facility are exported to international markets, supporting the company’s presence in more than 40 markets worldwide.
The ISO 22716 standard contains comprehensive and global guidelines aligned with EU standards for the production, testing and shipping of cosmetic products, ensuring safety and quality at every stage of the production process.
The certification comes at a critical time for the cosmetics industry, with the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) 2022 strengthening regulatory oversight in the United States and establishing mandatory good manufacturing practices for cosmetics.
Chaun Harper
Director of Supply Chain at Mary Kay Inc.
underlined the broader significance of the achievement: “At Mary Kay, quality is not a box to be checked – it is a promise, an operating framework and a culture. ISO 22716 certification is important because it is a global standard that recognizes what has always been our goal:
produce products with care, consistency and responsibility
from raw materials to finished products
. It reflects our culture of making it possible for people to do things right every day and reinforces our long-term commitment to safe, reliable and responsibly made products.”
The ISO 22716 standard is recognized globally as the benchmark for GMP in the cosmetics industry. It requires rigorous documentation, traceability of every batch, structured training, supplier quality management and clearly defined processes to ensure that products are produced in a safe, controlled and transparent way.
For consumers, certification is a sign of trust. For policymakers and collaborators, it demonstrates preparedness and alignment with ever-evolving global standards. For Mary Kay, it confirms a culture built on responsibility, teamwork and excellence – values rooted in founder Mary Kay Ash’s Golden Rule philosophy.
As the cosmetics industry enters a new era of regulation and accountability, Mary Kay’s ISO 22716 certification highlights how global standards, strong governance and a people-centered quality culture together help create the future of cosmetics.
Profile on Mary Kay
Mary Kay Ash, one of the first to break the glass ceiling, founded her dream beauty company in Texas in 1963 with a single goal: to enrich the lives of women. That dream has blossomed into a multibillion-dollar company with millions of independent sellers in more than 40 markets. For more than 60 years, the Mary Kay Opportunity has supported women in defining their futures through education, mentorship, advocacy and innovation. Mary Kay is committed to investing in the science of beauty and producing cutting-edge skin care products, color cosmetics, nutritional supplements and fragrances. Mary Kay believes in protecting our planet for future generations, protecting women with cancer and victims of domestic violence, and encouraging young people to. follow your dreams. Read more at marykayglobal.com. Find us on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn , or follow us on
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CONTACT: Mary Kay Inc. Corporate Communications
newsroom.marykay.com
972.687.5332 [email protected]
KEYWORD: TEXAS NORTH AMERICA UNITED STATES ASIA PACIFIC AUSTRALIA AUSTRALIA/OCEANIA
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: MANUFACTURING OTHER MANUFACTURING OTHER RETAIL COSMETICS RETAIL
SOURCE: Mary Kay Inc.
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