US natural cosmetics company Chris Renee Cosmetics is set to invest US$2 million in a new manufacturing plant in its home state, Virginia.

The new factory will create 37 jobs and will be located in the Oak Park Center for Business and Industry in Washington County. “This is a great success story about a homegrown Virginia business that has experienced amazing growth and will expand with a new manufacturing operation,” said Governor Terry McAuliffe. “We are thrilled that Chris Renee Cosmetics will stay and grow in the Commonwealth and help build a new Virginia economy.”

The company, which produces two lines – Chris Renee Cosmetics and 40 West Naturals – chose Virginia for its strategic location, giving access to major interstate networks.