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 now, printed later. These boxes give you a ready structure while your branding is still being finalised, built to the exact same protective spec as the printed version. Add stickers, a stamp or a simple overprint for now. Made in the UK from 100 units per design, in 6 to 8 business days, with free design support, a free 3D mockup and free UK delivery.
▧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
800+Happy Clients
5M+Boxes Delivered
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Ready to Order Blank Cosmetic Boxes?
Get a free quote with free 3D mockup. No obligations, no minimum order.
Branding takes time to get right. Product does not always wait for it. That is the gap blank cosmetic boxes fill. You get a proper box now, ready to ship product, while the artwork is still being finalised. It is a bridge, not a compromise. When your branding lands, you move to a printed run on the same box. Nothing about the structure changes.
Blank cosmetic boxes built to the same spec as printed
This is the part that matters. A blank box from us matches the printed one in build quality. It uses the same recyclable cardboard, kraft or rigid stock as our printed boxes, in the same standard cosmetic sizes. The protective spec does not change. Only the print is missing. So the product is just as safe in transit, and the box looks just as clean. Branding can come now or later.
Ways to brand a blank box now
You do not have to wait to look branded. Add your own printed stickers or a stamp for a handmade feel. Or order a simple one-colour overprint, which still comes in well under a full-colour run. Both let you sell now and upgrade to full print when you reorder. If you would rather buy ready-made unbranded stock and keep it that way, see Empty Cosmetic Packaging instead.
Specification
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Supplied | Blank, same protective spec as a printed box |
| Sizes | Standard cosmetic sizes |
| Board | Recyclable cardboard, kraft or rigid |
| Branding now | Your own stickers or stamp, or a one-colour overprint |
| Later | Move to a full-colour printed run on the same box |
| 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 ready-made unbranded stock to label yourself see Empty Cosmetic Packaging. When your branding is ready see Custom Printed Cosmetic 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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Product FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about ordering, artwork, production, materials and delivery.
Is cardboard packaging recyclable?
Yes. A cardboard folding carton is fully recyclable, which is one of the main reasons it is the default choice for everyday cosmetic ranges.
Can a cardboard box still look premium?
Yes. The finish does the work. A matt or soft-touch lamination, spot UV or a touch of foil lifts a cardboard box well beyond the cost of the board.
When should I choose cardboard over rigid?
For everyday ranges, regular-purchase products and anywhere unit cost matters. Rigid suits gift sets, prestige launches and boxes sold on the unboxing.
What products suit a cardboard cosmetic box?
Most of them. Lipsticks, creams, palettes, perfumes and gift sets all work in a folding carton with the right size and insert.
What is the minimum order and turnaround?
100 units per design. Production takes 6 to 8 business days after you approve a video of your physical sample, with free UK delivery.
Is cardboard packaging recyclable?
Yes. A cardboard folding carton is fully recyclable, which is one of the main reasons it is the default choice for everyday cosmetic ranges.
Can a cardboard box still look premium?
Yes. The finish does the work. A matt or soft-touch lamination, spot UV or a touch of foil lifts a cardboard box well beyond the cost of the board.
When should I choose cardboard over rigid?
For everyday ranges, regular-purchase products and anywhere unit cost matters. Rigid suits gift sets, prestige launches and boxes sold on the unboxing.
