GW Cosmetics develops and produces cosmetics for hair, face and body, internationally successful with its RefectoCil, BeautyLash, and Master Lin brand as well as with its private label products. As owner managed, mid-sized company with its own research and development it employs approximately 100 people. All products are exclusively produced at its site in Leopoldsdorf, Austria. The company is certified IFS-HPC, K-GMP ISO 22716, Natrue, Vegan Society and member of the“ Leading Companies of Austria“.
The success of GW Cosmetics arises from our passion for beauty and cosmetics and our aspiration to deliver the highest quality. As producer of premium and innovative cosmetic products we strive to make the lives of our consumers simpler and more enjoyable.
“THROUGH REAL PASSION EVEN THE SIMPLE THINGS BECOME BEAUTIFUL!“
Courage to innovate
In developing our brands and innovative products we build on our experience and our intensive cooperation with our global partners. We follow the principles of simplicity, openness and courage: our structures and decisions are transparent and forward-looking.
When doing so, sustainable growth is not our only focus. GW Cosmetics is keen to be a social active company, securing jobs for employees on a long- term basis. Hence responsible leadership is of high importance at GW Cosmetics.
“Thirst for knowledge AND CREATIVITY are OUR DRIVERS FOR INNOVATIVE IDEAS AND CREATIVE THINKING.”
GW Cosmetics from origin to today
Today, GW Cosmetics is an expert for brow- and lash styling and skincare as well as for natural cosmetics. In developing our brands and innovative products we build on our experience and our intensive cooperation with our global partners. We follow the principles of simplicity, openness and courage: our structures and decisions are transparent and forward-looking. When doing so, sustainable growth is not our only focus. GW Cosmetics is keen to be a social active company, securing jobs for employees on a long- term basis. Hence responsible leadership is of high importance at GW Cosmetics.
Our history
1930
FOUNDATION Gschwentner Company
1942
LAUNCH RefectoCil
1945
FOUNDATION Weinzierl Company
2004
ACQUISITION by the Deisenhammer family
2007
ACQUISITION Weinzierl Company
2008
LAUNCH BeautyLash
2009
FUSION Gschwentner & Weinzierl
2012
ACQUISITION Master Lin brand
2016
AFFILIATE COMPANY GWC Germany
“OUR SUCCESS IS BASED ON CONSTANT DEVELOPMENT OF THE COMPANY, ITS STRUCTURES AND PROCESSES.”
GW Cosmetics today
EXPERT FOR EYELASH AND EYEBROW TINTS AND FOR NATURAL COSMETICS
GW Cosmetics develops and produces cosmetics for hair, face, and body and is internationally successful with its RefectoCil, BeautyLash and Master Lin brand as well as with its private label products. GW Cosmetics employs 86 people, thereof 20% in R&D and Quality Management. All products are exclusively produced at its site in Leopoldsdorf, Austria. The company is certified IFS-HPC K-GMP ISO 22716, Natrue, Vegan Society and member of the leading companies of Austria.
“OUR UNDERSTANDING OF SOCIAL RESPONSABILITY IS TO TREAT PEOPLE PRIMARILY AS PEOPLE.”
Our Engagement
Engagement and social commitment is very important to GW Cosmetics. As an Austrian company, we think that it is crucial to support the cultural and social institutions of our country as well as we can.
Culture
The internationally acclaimed opera star Elina Garnča is the testimonial for the brand Master Lin. Furthermore, GW Cosmetics supports the IMZ Academy and is a supporter of the Grafenegg Music Festival.
Humanitarian
Supporter of Zara, association for courage and anti-racism work, Red Nose Clinic Clowns, the Special Olympics, 4 Teens Social Project Vienna, Kenia Kids for Africa and Doctors without Borders.
