Lip Balm Packaging That Sells
Lip balm is a high-volume, impulse-purchase product that needs packaging which protects the product, displays attractively, and communicates your brand at point of sale. Our custom lip balm boxes are sized for common formats and printed with bold graphics. Pricing starts at $0.52 each for standard sizes at 1,000+ quantity.
Box Configurations for Lip Products
Different lip balm formats need different boxes:
- Single tube box: 1x1x3.5 inches, fits standard lip balm tubes
- Double tube box: 2x1x3.5 inches, holds two tubes side by side
- Twin-pack box: 3x1.5x3.5 inches, two tubes with room for branding
- Stick balm box: 0.75x0.75x3 inches, for push-up stick balms
- Pot/tin box: 2x2x1.5 inches, for lip balm pots or tins
- Variety pack: 4x3x2 inches, multiple flavors or products
Standard lip balm tubes are 0.5 inch diameter and 2.5-3 inches long. Measure your specific product for custom sizing. For related packaging needs, explore our display boxes.
Window Options for Display
Windows let customers see the product color:
- Horizontal slot window: shows tube color, standard for lip balm
- Front panel window: small opening, shows product without full exposure
- Full window: maximum visibility, add $0.06 per box
- No window: fully printed box, lower cost, $0.48/unit at 1,000 qty
Horizontal slot windows are standard for lip balm tubes because they show the product while allowing the box to sit flat on retail shelves.
Material Choices
Material affects appearance and cost:
- 16pt SBS: lightweight, cost-effective, $0.52 each at 1,000 qty
- 18pt SBS: standard str For related packaging needs, explore our retail packaging.ength, slightly more durable, $0.58 each at 1,000 qty
- Natural kraft: rustic/natural positioning, same price as white
Most lip balm boxes use 16pt because the boxes are small and do not require heavy material. 18pt adds durability for e-commerce shipping. For related packaging needs, explore our CBD packaging.
Printing and Branding
Lip balm boxes are small so design must be impactful:
- Flavor name: prominently displayed
- Flavor color: shows through window or printed on box
- Brand logo: easily recognizable
- Key ingredients: shea butter, beeswax, SPF, etc.
Full CMYK printing allows bold colors. Metallic inks (gold, silver) add premium positioning at $0.12 per box.
Finishing Options
Special finishes make boxes stand out:
- Gloss UV: shiny, standard finish
- Matte: modern, sophisticated
- Soft-touch: premium feel, popular for lip balm
- Spot UV: glossy accents on matte background
Soft-touch is popular because it mimics the smooth feel of lip balm itself.
Retail Display Features
Lip balm sells through various retail channels:
- Counter display: holds 12-24 boxes, countertop friendly
- Euro slot: for pegboard displays, no extra cost
- Shelf box: sits on retail shelf, standard
- Blister pack: carded packaging for hanging displays, custom quote
- Lipstick tubes: similar to balm but taller
- Lip gloss: typically in pots or squeeze tubes
- Lip scrubs: usually in jars
- Lip masks: pots or squeeze pouches
- 250 units: $0.95 each
- 500 units: $0.72 each
- 1,000 units: $0.52 each
- 2,500 units: $0.45 each
- 5,000+ units: $0.38 each
Most indie brands use simple boxes with euro slots for health food stores and boutiques. Counter displays work for craft shows and farmers markets.
Packaging for Different Lip Products
Beyond standard lip balm, we package:
Custom sizing available for any lip product format. Provide product dimensions and we create appropriate boxes.
Pricing Breakdown
Costs for single tube box (1x1x3.5 inches) with slot window:
18pt material adds $0.06 per box. Soft-touch finish adds $0.08. Metallic ink adds $0.12. Setup fee is $180.
Production Timeline
Standard turnaround is 12-15 business days (smaller boxes produce faster). Express service (7-10 days) available for 25% upcharge. Cost Saver runs 35-40 days.
Minimum Order Quantities
Standard: 250 units. Custom sizes: 500 units. Reor For related packaging needs, explore our luxury packaging.ders drop to 100 units.
Storage and Handling
Store flat in dry environment. Boxes maintain quality for 24 months. Small boxes stack efficiently in storage.
Sustainability
Kraft material is 80% recycled content. All boxes are recyclable. Soy-based inks are standard. These align with natural beauty brand values. For related packaging needs, explore our shipping mailers.