Cosmetic Cardboard Boxes are everyday folding cartons for lipsticks, serums, creams, and other beauty SKUs, custom-printed on recyclable SBS or kraft paperboard. They are the workhorse carton for a cosmetic line that needs clean branding at a sensible cost across many products.
One paperboard stock and one print setup can cover a whole catalog, so your packaging stays consistent from a mascara to a moisturizer. Recyclable board appeals to shoppers who check the bin symbol, and printing inside and out turns the unboxing into a branded moment. Indie and scaling brands use these to unify a range without a separate spec for every item.
Materials & Specifications
- Material: SBS white or natural kraft paperboard folding carton
- Weight: 300-400gsm paperboard
- Box styles: reverse-tuck-end, straight-tuck-end, or auto-bottom
- Printing: full-color CMYK, inside and outside
- Finishing options: matte or gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing, window cutout with PET film
- Sustainability: FSC-certified paper available on request
Best Used For
- Skincare creams, serums, and lotions
- Lipstick, mascara, and color cosmetics
- Full product ranges needing one consistent format
- Retail and e-commerce beauty SKUs
Printing & Finishing
Add a window cutout with PET film to show a product through the Cosmetic Cardboard Boxes panel, or keep it solid for full branding. Matte or gloss lamination sets the surface feel, spot UV adds a printed highlight, and foil or embossing lift a hero product within the range.
Why Order from Teal
Teal is a US-based custom packaging manufacturer. The minimum order is 50 units, free design help is included, and US shipping is free. Pick 7-business-day standard production or 5-day rush. Everything prints full-color CMYK with an FSC-certified paper option, and a free sample kit ships for just $19.99, credited to your first order.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? The standard minimum is 50 units. Specialty rigid builds start at 100+.
How long is production? Standard production is 7 business days, with a 5-day rush option.
Can I get a sample? Yes. A free sample kit ships for just $19.99, credited to your first order.
Are these recyclable? Yes. Paperboard is recyclable, and FSC-certified stock is available on request.
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How to Order Cosmetic Cardboard Boxes
Ordering custom cosmetic cardboard boxes is simple:
- Submit a quote request with your dimensions, quantity, and design references
- Receive quote guidance within one business day
- Send your artwork or work with our design team (free dieline + 2 revision rounds)
- Approve the digital proof and production begins
- Standard production takes 7 business days after proof approval; complex or high-volume orders may require 10-14 business days



