Custom Makeup Packaging Solutions for Your Brand

Have you suffered from lipsticks that melt in the post or palettes that flake on the shelf?

We build custom makeup boxes that sidestep those nightmares. With Printives, you’ll get to experience lipstick boxes that stay square, foundation boxes that don’t warp, rigid eyeshadow boxes that shut flush, and mascara boxes that keep wands upright in transit.

Whether you’re shipping a single lip gloss box DTC, launching a 30-pan palette at Sephora, or rolling out seasonal nail polish boxes and blush boxes, our secondary makeup packaging meets retail regs and passes the drop test first time.

Need speed? Lightweight folding cartons run fast and fold flat while rugged E-flute mailer sets guard influencers’ unboxing moments — whether it’s a lip liner box for a limited drop or a cosmetic display box for retail shelves.

Color matters, too. We lock your brand’s coral or midnight violet with press-side Pantone accuracy, so what you approved on screen is exactly what lands in store lighting.

The bottom line is that we build makeup boxes that guard formulas, nail hue consistency, and look photo-ready straight out of the shipper — from beard oil boxes to essential oil boxes designed for beauty crossovers.

P.S. After 13+ years of engineering packaging for color-cosmetic veterans and breakout indie lines, our team knows the quirks of waxy bullets, shimmery pans, and pressurized pumps. We spec boards that shrug off oil bloom, coatings that deter fingerprints, and inserts that stop jars rattling like maracas.

Packaging Formats We Build

Folding cartons

Let’s kick things off with folding carton solutions. These solutions include straight tuck end (STE) for showroom polish, reverse tuck end (RTE) when you’re counting seconds on the line, or a crash‑lock / auto‑bottom if you want boxes to pop open and self‑square. 

Need tamper security? A seal‑end panel seals it tight.

Rigid Set-up Boxes

Step up to statement pieces with a rigid set‑up box. 

Go minimal shoulder‑neck, opt for book‑style with magnets, or reveal products drawer‑style via a drawer / slipcase. Pair with a sleeve & tray in classic matchbox style while a satisfying thumb‑notch invites the slide.

E-flute

Shipping heavy palettes? An E‑flute / F‑flute corrugated mailer or roll‑end tuck‑top (RETT) keeps pans intact and influencers happy.

Inserts 

Inside, every bottle or pan gets its own throne. You can choose an EVA foam, a planet‑friendly molded‑pulp tray, precision die‑cut paperboard, or a luxe flocked vac‑tray.

P.S. We switched one brand’s lipstick to a crash‑lock carton trimmed line set‑up by 22%. 

Boards, Papers & Films That Keep Makeup Pristine

Paperboard Choices

• SBS for photo‑white prints and razor‑sharp text.
• CUK / CCNB when you need recycled strength for heavier glass jars.
• Kraft board for an eco‑first impression right on the shelf.

Rigid & Corrugated Builds

• 1.2-1.6 mm rigid chipboard wrapped in soft‑touch paper or a bold holographic laminate for luxe palette boxes.
• E‑flute and F‑flute micro‑corrugate keep e‑commerce mailers light yet crush‑resistant.

Windows & Barrier Films

• Crystal‑clear PET window patch to showcase shades.
• PLA compostable film when plastic‑free claims top your brief.

Protective Coatings

• Oil‑resistant varnish keeps waxy bullets from ghosting through panels.
• Anti‑scuff matte and optional UV barrier layers fight shelf wear and color fade.

P.S. We can attach full COAs, warp‑tolerance charts, and scratch‑test videos for every substrate. This way your QA team can sign off as fast as creative does, confident that each board, varnish, and film meets spec and story alike.

Printing & Finishing

Press Options

• Offset UV printing for high‑volume launches with gloss that won’t smudge.
• Digital short‑run for influencer drops and seasonal shades.
• Silk‑screen hits deliver opaque whites and metallic inks on dark stocks.
• Strict Pantone matching so the coral you approved is the coral that ships.

Premium Touches

• Hot‑stamp foil (gold, holographic, gunmetal) plus emboss/deboss gives logos instant dimension.
• Spot UV, soft‑touch lamination, or a textured drip‑off varnish set off matte panels against glossy pops.
• Make things interesting with edge gilding or a full metallised board wrap that mirrors your high‑shine pans.
• Structural flourishes like hidden magnets, ribbon pulls, or a precisely milled die‑cut window elevate the unboxing moment.

P.S. Every foil block depth, screen angle, and registration mark is tested in‑house before press time, ensuring consistent alignment run after run. Your palette art stays razor‑sharp and your foils land exactly where the proof said they would.

Who We Serve 

Mass Market Cosmetics

Expect high‑speed lines, penny‑sensitive boards, and GMP traceability that big‑box buyers demand. Our folding cartons and auto‑bottoms keep costs tight without sacrificing shelf impact.

Prestige Palettes

Rigid set‑ups wrapped in velvet or soft‑touch papers, foil edging, and concealed magnets. All engineered for glass‑counter glamour and strict compliance.

Indie DTC Makeup Brands

Agile runs and bold prints that survive courier rough‑housing. Inserts sized for fragile pans and waxy bullets, with low MOQs that match lean inventory cycles.

Private‑Label & Contract Fillers

Repeatable dielines, white‑label artwork swaps, and production records that drop straight into your GMP alignment workflow. Scale from pilot to nationwide without a redesign.

Subscription Beauty Boxes

E‑flute mailers and sleeve sets designed for monthly artwork refreshes. They can be flat‑shipped to save freight while still being sturdy enough to protect palettes and vials.

Influencer Collaborations

Crash‑lock cartons, holographic laminates, and fast digital print lanes to meet trend‑driven launch dates. NDA‑tight project handling keeps things on schedule.

P.S. Backed by 300+ colour‑cosmetic launches (many under NDA) our team is especially known for damage reduction, line‑speed gains, and color fidelity. Data and references available on request.

Why Choose Us 

Low MOQs

Runs start at 500 units, letting you vet new shades without warehouse bloat.

Free CAD Dielines & White Mockups

Our CAD team fires over dielines plus a folded white mockup so you can test fit, glue flap strength, and shelf stance before we ever load ink.

FOB / DDP Logistics Synced to Your Shade Calendar

Need control? Go FOB. Prefer door‑to‑door? Choose DDP. Either way, we schedule departures around launch windows so coral arrives before the campaign drops.

Eco-friendly

FSC‑certified boards, soy inks, and water-based varnishes keeps the planet happy. 

P.S. Switching one brand to our E‑flute mailer plus reinforced inserts slashed breakage by 30%.

FAQs

What is the MOQ for custom makeup boxes?

Our MOQ starts at 500 units for custom boxes and 100 units for blank boxes. 

Can you add tamper‑evident features like shrink bands or induction seals?

Yes. We can integrate a clear tamper‑evident shrink band or an induction seal into the dieline so the carton looks seamless while meeting retailer safety checks.

Crash‑lock folding carton versus rigid box. How do I choose?

Go crash‑lock when speed, low weight, and budget needs looking at. Choose a rigid case for heavy pans, luxury positioning, or complex magnetic lids. 

Do you offer plastic‑free windows to show the shade?

Yes we do. Instead of PET, we can die‑cut an opening or use a plant‑based, plastic‑free window film that meets compostability standards.

What lead times should I expect?

Standard lead time is 10-12 business days after artwork approval. You can also opt for our rush lanes if you want your order to be delivered in 6-8 days. 

How do you prevent oil stains from lip gloss or cream products?

We spec an oil‑resistant coating and run accelerated aging tests to prove it holds up. Results ship with your order so QA and marketing see the same data.