Buy Barcodes for Beauty & Skincare Products in Australia
Launching a skincare or cosmetics brand? Moisturisers, serums, cleansers, sunscreen, cosmetics, shampoo, conditioner etc. all require a valid retail barcode (EAN/GTIN) in order to be stocked in stores and on marketplaces.
We know how busy our clients are so we make barcoding as fast, cost-effective and simple as possible. Our friendly team of barcode experts is here if you have any barcode questions at all.
Do Beauty & Skincare Products Need Barcodes?
Yes. Most skincare products sold in Australia require a barcode if sold through retail stores or online marketplaces.
Retailers and ecommerce online marketplaces use barcodes to scan products at checkout, manage stock levels, and track sales by SKU. If you plan to sell your skincare or cosmetic products through retailers, distributors, wholesalers, pharmacies, salons, or online channels,
you’ll typically need barcodes before your products will be accepted,
What Barcode Format do Beauty & Skincare Products Use?
The EAN-13 barcode is suitable for beauty, skincare, cosmetics, personal care, supplements and wellness products sold in Australia.
Get Barcodes in 3 Easy Steps
- Choose the barcode package that matches the number of beauty or skincare products you plan to sell.
- Complete checkout securely online with instant order processing.
- Your barcode numbers, image files, and certificate are then sent by email within 5 minutes.
You will receive globally unique EAN/GTIN barcode numbers, barcode image files for packaging and labels, a certificate of ownership, and free registration on an international barcode database.
You need one unique barcode per product (SKU). If a product has variations (size, shade, scent, bundle, or pack size), each variation should have its own barcode.
| Beauty product example | Variations | Number of Barcodes Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Moisturiser | 50mL + 100mL | 2 barcodes |
| Lipstick | 6 shades | 6 barcodes |
| Shampoo | 3 scents + 2 sizes | 6 barcodes |
| Skincare set | Individual items + gift bundle | Separate barcode per SKU |
- Always buy your barcodes BEFORE printing cosmetic labels, cartons, and gift boxes.
- Ensure you have a different barcode per SKU otherwise retail databases cannot identify how many of each product they have in stock.
About Barcodes Australia
Barcodes Australia provides globally unique retail barcodes used by businesses across Australia since 2007. Over 20,000 Australian businesses have purchased barcode numbers for their products.
| Why Choose Our Barcodes | What You Get |
|---|---|
| ✔Legally valid retail barcodes | No joining or annual membership fees. Our barcodes originate from the authentic GS1 system and are globally unique. |
| ✔Bulk discounts available | Save money with discounted barcode packages for 100 and 1,000 barcodes — perfect for growing cosmetic & skincare brands. |
| ✔Trusted by Australian businesses | Over 20,000 Australian customers since 2007. See our 5-Star Reviews. |
| ✔Millions of barcodes in use | More than 3 million barcodes are already in circulation worldwide across retail and ecommerce. |
| ✔Free barcode registration | Increase brand visibility and help prevent misuse of your barcode numbers. |
| ✔Expert customer support | Friendly and knowledgeable staff ready to help whenever you need assistance. See barcode dimensions here. |
Got any Barcode Questions
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We are here to guide you through the setup process so you get it right the first time.
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FAQs: Barcodes for Beauty & Skincare in Australia
Do skincare products need barcodes in Australia?
Yes. Most retailers, distributors, and online marketplaces require a valid barcode (EAN/GTIN) to list and sell skincare and cosmetics.
Do different sizes or shades need different barcodes?
Yes. Each variation—such as size (50mL vs 100mL) or shade (lipstick colours)—should have its own barcode for accurate inventory and sales tracking.
Can I use one barcode for a bundle or gift set?
Gift sets and bundles typically require their own barcode because they are sold as a separate SKU. Individual items also keep their own barcodes.
Summary
Beauty and skincare products sold in Australia typically require a unique EAN-13 barcode (GTIN).
Each product variation such as size, shade, or scent requires its own barcode so retailers and ecommerce platforms can track inventory and process sales.