Varnish
A transparent finishing layer available in gloss, satin, or matte effects. It enhances the printed surface and adds an extra layer of visual appeal and light protection.
Blank cosmetic boxes in standard sizes for creams, palettes, tubes and bottles. Label them yourself, or add a light one-colour print for a cheaper branded look. Handy for testing a line or holding stock before a full print run. Made in the UK from 100 units per design, in 6 to 8 business days. Free design support, a free 3D mockup and free UK delivery come with every order.
▧Zero Die
& Plate Costs ▣High Resolution
Offset Printing ▤High-End
Screen Print ▥Digital Printing
Solutions ♨Quick
Delivery Timing ◈Low
Minimum Order ✣Custom
Design & Sizes ▦Market Competitive
Pricing
& Plate Costs ▣High Resolution
Offset Printing ▤High-End
Screen Print ▥Digital Printing
Solutions ♨Quick
Delivery Timing ◈Low
Minimum Order ✣Custom
Design & Sizes ▦Market Competitive
Pricing
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Ready to Order Empty Cosmetic Packaging?
Get a free quote with free 3D mockup. No obligations, no minimum order.
Starting a beauty brand is a lot of small decisions at once. Sometimes the packaging cannot wait for all of them. Empty cosmetic packaging lets you buy the box now and sort the branding later. You label it yourself, or add a simple print. It keeps you moving while the artwork catches up.
Empty cosmetic boxes in standard sizes
These come in the sizes most beauty products actually use. Creams and pots. Palettes. Tubes. Small bottles. You do not have to commission a bespoke shape to get going. Pick the size that fits, brand it your way, and you have retail-ready packaging without a full custom project behind it.
Label them yourself, or add a light print
There are two easy ways to brand a blank box. Add your own stickers, stamps or fill-in cards, which costs you nothing extra from us. Or order a light one-colour print, which still comes in well below a full-colour run. If you go the print route, our designers set the artwork up for free and send a free 3D mockup first, so you see the box before it runs. Both routes work. It depends on the look you want and the budget you are on.
Who buys empty cosmetic packaging
Start-ups getting a first product out the door. Private-label sellers who apply their own labels. Small-batch makers testing whether a line sells before they invest in print. Established brands keeping spare stock on hand for a quick reorder. If you would rather start from a clean white printed base, see Blank Cosmetic Boxes.
Specification
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Supplied | Blank, ready for your labels, stamps or fill-in cards |
| Sizes | Standard cosmetic sizes for creams, palettes, tubes and bottles |
| Board | Recyclable cardboard, kraft or rigid |
| Optional print | Light one-colour print for a low-cost branded look |
| Support | Free design support and a free 3D mockup on printed orders |
| Minimum order | 100 units per design |
| Turnaround | 6 to 8 business days after you approve a video of the physical sample |
| Delivery | Free anywhere in the UK |
Related cosmetic packaging
Part of our Cosmetic Packaging range. For a clean white printed base see Blank Cosmetic Boxes. For tester and sample formats see Beauty Products Sample Boxes.
| Box Style | All Custom Packaging |
| Dimension | All Custom Sizes & Shapes |
| Quantities | Flexible order quantities |
| Paper Stock | Kraft, corrugated, rigid board, cardstock |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone, digital and offset |
| Finishing | Gloss, matte, spot UV, embossing, foiling |
| Shipping | Free delivery options |
✦ Finishing Options
Finishing & Material Options
Choose from premium coating, board, printing and finishing options for your insert boxes.
Spot UV
A UV-cured coating applied to specific areas of the design to create gloss or matte contrast and draw attention to important details.
Soft Touch Coating
A smooth, velvety coating that creates a soft tactile feel and gives packaging a refined luxury look. It improves the unboxing experience and supports a high-end product presentation.
Silk Lamination
A soft, smooth lamination with a refined satin-like finish. It gives packaging a premium feel while keeping the surface elegant, subtle, and easy to handle.
Spot Gloss UV
A high-gloss UV coating applied only to selected design areas to create sharp contrast, highlight logos, and add a premium visual effect without coating the whole surface.
Aqueous Coating
A clear, fast-drying water-based coating that adds a smooth protective layer while maintaining a clean and professional surface finish. It is a practical choice for everyday printed packaging.
Anti-Scratch
A durable protective film that helps reduce visible scratches, scuffs, fingerprints, and daily handling marks. It keeps packaging looking clean, polished, and premium for longer.
White Kraft Paper
A bleached kraft paperboard made from a mix of virgin and recycled pulp, offering a clean white surface for crisp and polished packaging designs.
Uncoated Unbleached Kraft
A natural kraft paperboard without coating, made from virgin and recycled pulp. It provides a raw, organic appearance with sturdy packaging strength.
SBS C2S Paper
A premium bleached paperboard coated on both sides, designed for excellent print quality, die-cutting, and professional packaging results.
SBS C1S Paper
A high-quality bleached paperboard coated on one side. It provides a clean printable face with a premium packaging feel.
Printing Paper
A smooth printable paper stock that supports high-resolution graphics, clean text, and rich color output for refined packaging presentation.
Natural Brown Kraft Paper
A natural kraft paperboard made from strong virgin and recycled pulp. It provides an organic, earthy look for sustainable and simple packaging.
Metallic Paper
A specialty paperboard with a laminated metallic surface available in gold, silver, and other premium finishes for luxury visual impact.
Holographic Paper
A specialty paperboard with a laminated holographic surface that creates a reflective, rainbow-like appearance for eye-catching product packaging.
Fully Recycled CCNB Paper
A recycled duplex paperboard with a white printable surface. It is ideal for economical packaging that still requires clean graphics and brand presentation.
Clay-Coated Kraft Back
A kraft board with a smooth clay-coated white face for quality printing and a natural kraft reverse side for a strong, authentic appearance.
Clay Natural Kraft
A kraft paperboard with a clay-coated printable top surface and a natural unbleached kraft back. It balances clean branding with a rustic natural look.
CCNB Paper
A duplex paperboard made with recycled pulp and a coated white printable surface. It delivers smooth print results for affordable carton packaging.
Black Kraft Paper
A black-dyed kraft board with a natural paper texture and excellent strength. It creates a bold, premium look for luxury and specialty packaging.
Window Patching
A packaging technique where a die-cut opening is covered with a transparent film, allowing the product inside to remain visible while staying protected.
Registered Embossing
An embossing technique where the raised design is precisely aligned with printed artwork to improve detail, texture, and overall presentation.
Hot Foil Stamping
A finishing process in which heat and pressure transfer metallic foil to the surface, creating a premium, shiny, and luxurious effect.
Combination Embossing
A premium finishing method that combines embossing with foil stamping to create a raised design with metallic color and strong visual impact.
Cold Foil Stamping
A decorative process that transfers foil onto selected areas of the surface using UV-curable adhesive, creating a bright metallic effect with sharp detail.
Blind Embossing
A technique that raises a design from the surface without ink or foil, giving packaging a clean, elegant, and textured appearance.
Blind Debossing
A finishing technique that presses a design into the material to create a recessed impression without using ink or foil. It adds subtle depth and a refined tactile effect.
UV Printing
A fast-curing printing process that uses ultraviolet light to dry ink instantly, delivering sharp detail, vibrant colors, and a premium finish.
Screen Printing
A durable printing method that uses a mesh screen and stencil to apply ink to surfaces. It is ideal for bold colors and high-impact packaging designs.
Offset Printing
A traditional high-quality printing process that transfers designs from plates to a rubber blanket before printing, making it ideal for large-volume production.
Digital Printing
A modern printing method that does not require printing plates, making it cost-effective and efficient for short runs, sample production, and small-batch quantities.
Triple Wall Flute
Built with three corrugated layers between four linerboard sheets, providing heavy-duty strength for large or industrial packaging needs.
Single Wall Flute
A standard corrugated structure with one fluted medium and two linerboards, providing dependable strength for everyday packaging.
Single Flute
A corrugated sheet with one flute layer between two liners, offering lightweight strength for protective packaging.
F-Flute
An ultra-thin flute grade designed for lightweight packaging, small retail boxes, and high-quality printed presentation.
E-Flute
A slim flute grade with a flatter surface, ideal for detailed printing, display packaging, and premium retail boxes.
Double Wall Flute
Made with two layers of corrugated medium between linerboard sheets, offering added strength and durability for heavier products.
C-Flute
A versatile corrugated flute that offers balanced compression strength, cushioning, and printability for many packaging applications.
B-Flute
A thinner flute grade with a smooth surface, making it suitable for high-quality printing, precise die-cutting, and neat retail packaging.
A-Flute
A thick corrugated flute profile that provides excellent cushioning, compression strength, and stacking support for protective packaging.
Oyster White Board
A coated linerboard with an off-white surface, suitable for high-quality printing and a refined packaging appearance.
Natural Kraft Board
An unbleached kraft linerboard made from recycled paper pulp, offering a natural look with strong durability for eco-conscious packaging.
Kemi White Board
A coated semi-gloss linerboard with a smooth white surface, ideal for sharp printing, premium presentation, and retail-ready packaging.
Bleached White Board
A fully bleached corrugated board with a bright white surface, designed to produce clean, vibrant, and high-quality printed packaging.
UV Ink
A UV-cured ink that dries instantly under ultraviolet light and creates crisp, high-quality print results on a wide range of packaging materials.
Soy Ink
A plant-based ink made with soybean oil, offering rich color output and a more sustainable printing option for carton packaging.
Pantone
A standardized color-matching system used to achieve consistent, accurate brand colors across packaging, labels, and printed materials.
CMYK
A full-color printing process using cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks to create vibrant images, gradients, and detailed packaging artwork.
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