Editorial Team
Every article published on OEM2YOU is written by a named contributor and checked by a second person before it goes live. Our contributors are practitioners — chemists, formulators, quality and regulatory specialists, R&D managers and industry researchers working across Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Where an article involves regulatory, scientific or technical claims, it is reviewed by a contributor with relevant experience.
Our editorial standards
- Named authorship — every article states who wrote it and who reviewed it.
- Evidence first — regulatory and scientific statements are supported by official or recognised sources.
- Disclosure — contributors work in the manufacturing industry; any relevant commercial relationship is disclosed in the applicable article.
- Fact vs opinion — practical observations from manufacturing experience are distinguished from independently verifiable facts.
Contributors
Aik Lim
Regional Beauty Industry Commercial Leader · Singapore
Aik Lim is a regional commercial leader with more than 15 years of experience across consumer goods and the beauty industry in Asia-Pacific. He writes about beauty markets, OEM and ODM solutions, consumer trends and sustainable industry growth.
Education: MBA — University of Cambridge Judge Business School
Aiman Zafran
Industry Writer · Malaysia
Aiman Zafran is an independent industry writer focused on consumer product manufacturing — cosmetics, personal care, functional nutrition, healthcare products and the evolving OEM industry across Malaysia and Asia.
Aisyah Rahman
Halal Beauty & Wellness Writer · Malaysia
Aisyah Rahman writes about halal cosmetics, personal care, wellness products and responsible product development — ingredients, halal considerations, consumer trends and the growth of Muslim-friendly beauty brands across Southeast Asia.
Creaton Poh
Industry Researcher, Author & Manufacturing Strategist · Malaysia
Creaton Poh is the pen name of Poh Tze Kheng, a Malaysian entrepreneur, industry researcher and manufacturing strategist with more than 15 years of experience in product development and manufacturing. He writes evidence-based articles about manufacturing, consumer products, business strategy, health, beauty and emerging industry trends.
Expertise: OEM and ODM manufacturing, product development, manufacturing strategy, cosmetics and personal care, health and wellness
Education: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (First-Class Honours), University of Malaya
Disclosure: Poh Tze Kheng has business interests in cosmetics, personal care, functional food, wellness and medical device manufacturing. Relevant interests are disclosed within the applicable article.
Dewi Kartika Putri
Sustainable Beauty & Lifestyle Product Writer · Indonesia
Dewi Kartika Putri writes about sustainable beauty, home care and conscious consumer products — responsible sourcing, packaging, natural positioning and the changing expectations of Southeast Asian consumers.
Feri Hardi Utami
Cosmetic R&D Manager & Formulator · Indonesia
Feri Hardi Utami is a cosmetic research and development professional with experience in formulation, product development and R&D management, from laboratory concept through formula refinement and manufacturing preparation.
Education: Chemistry — University of Indonesia
Heru Nugroho
Cosmetic R&D, Formulation & Process Development · Indonesia
Heru Nugroho is a cosmetic R&D and formulation professional with a pharmacy background. He works across decorative cosmetics, skincare, perfume, powder processing and manufacturing process development.
Education: Bachelor of Pharmacy — Sekolah Tinggi Farmasi Muhammadiyah Tangerang
Intan Viona
Chemical Analysis & QA/QC Contributor · Indonesia
Intan Viona is a chemical analyst and cosmetic R&D practitioner with experience in laboratory analysis, formulation support and quality control. She writes about laboratory practice, cosmetic R&D and product quality.
John Morrel Miranda
Formulation Scientist & Registered Chemical Technician · Philippines
John Morrel Miranda is a formulation scientist, registered chemical technician and product development consultant. His work covers cosmetics, personal care, home care and industrial chemical solutions, including formulation review, product testing, claim substantiation and technical training.
Education: MBA — Centro Escolar University
Disclosure: John has business interests in cosmetic ingredients, laboratory equipment, formulation services, product testing and technical training. Relevant interests are disclosed within the applicable article.
Maria Santos Reyes
Consumer Health & Nutrition Writer · Philippines
Maria Santos Reyes specialises in functional nutrition, beauty-from-within products, healthy ageing and everyday wellness, explaining product trends and nutritional ingredients in clear, practical language.
Marites Rabelo
Cosmetic Product Development, Regulatory & Manufacturing Strategist · Philippines
Marites Rabelo has more than 27 years of strategic and technical leadership in cosmetics and personal care, covering formulation, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, microbiology and manufacturing operations. She writes about cosmetic development, compliance, product quality and manufacturing strategy.
Education: Master’s in Business Administration and Management — University of Santo Tomas
Nguyen Minh Anh
OEM Business & Brand Development Analyst · Vietnam
Nguyen Minh Anh covers OEM manufacturing, private-label products, brand development and market entry in Southeast Asia — from product idea to formulation, manufacturing, packaging and commercial launch.
Racheal Tan
Product Development Writer · Malaysia
Racheal Tan is a product development writer specialising in beauty, health and wellness manufacturing, sharing practical insights for entrepreneurs, brand owners and businesses navigating OEM, ODM, innovation and market expansion.
Rizki Amelia
Cosmetic R&D Manager & Personal Care Contributor · Indonesia
Rizki Amelia is a cosmetic R&D professional with practical experience in personal care and cosmetic product development, including R&D coordination, formula evaluation and product testing.
Ron Tan, PhD
Biomedical Scientist & Precision Diagnostics Strategist · Singapore
Ron Tan, PhD, is a biomedical scientist and healthcare entrepreneur with more than 17 years of experience in clinical diagnostics innovation. He contributes evidence-based articles about diagnostics, biotechnology and preventive health, without providing individual medical advice.
Education: PhD, Biomedical Science — National University of Singapore
Steven YC Tan
Food Industry, Product Innovation & Operations Contributor · Singapore
Steven YC Tan is a food industry professional with practical experience in plant-based food and hands-on business operations. He writes about food production, alternative proteins, operations and product innovation.
Thanawat Charoen
Ingredients & Product Innovation Researcher · Thailand
Thanawat Charoen researches cosmetics, herbal ingredients, functional wellness and emerging consumer products, exploring how traditional Asian ingredients and modern formulation science become commercially viable products.
Vella Putri Ramadhani
Decorative Cosmetics Formulator · Indonesia
Vella Putri Ramadhani is a cosmetic R&D professional with experience in decorative cosmetics formulation, product development and research support. She writes about decorative cosmetics, skincare science and product innovation.
Contributors work in or alongside the manufacturing industry; any relevant commercial relationship or potential conflict of interest is disclosed within the applicable article. To reach our editorial team, use the contact page.