Overview & Specifications
What Are Cosmetic Labels?
Cosmetic labels go directly on the container: a bottle, jar, tube or compact. They carry the brand on the front and the labeling copy on an information panel. Oils, water and handling decide the material and adhesive.
Cosmetic Labels sit in the Labels & Stickers range and under Cosmetics & Skincare Packaging.
What it has to do
What Cosmetic Labels Need to Get Right
Cosmetic labels need panels for labeling copy, a material that handles oils and water, an adhesive for the container and a fit to small or curved surfaces. Each need below is matched to the option that meets it.
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Panels
Panels for Labeling Copy
For cosmetics, product identity and net quantity appear on the principal display panel; ingredients appear on an information panel. The brand supplies and approves applicable labeling.02
Material
A Material for Oils and Water
Film labels with lamination resist oils and wet hands better than uncoated paper.03
Adhesive
An Adhesive for the Container
PET, PP, glass and squeezable tubes each need a matched adhesive.04
Fit
A Fit to Small Surfaces
Small jars and tubes need legible copy at small sizes.
Film vs Paper Cosmetic Labels
Choose film for bottles that get wet or oily and paper for a matte, natural look on dry products. The table compares the two.
| Attribute | Film Label | Paper Label |
|---|---|---|
| Oils and water | Resists with lamination | Absorbs unless coated |
| Look | Gloss, clear or matte | Matte, natural |
| Squeezable tubes | Flexible film | Can crease |
| Best for | Showers, serums, lotions | Dry products, minimalist brands |
Cosmetic Labels Specifications
Cosmetic Labels are specified around the surface, the material, the adhesive and the format. Review the specifications below to plan the label.
| Specification | Available Configuration |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Labels for cosmetic bottles, jars and tubes |
| Category | Labels & Stickers |
| Format | Roll, sheet or individual stickers, by application method |
| Dimensions | Custom width × height and shape |
| Material | SBS, kraft, metallic, holographic, pearlescent or textured paper; PET, vinyl/PVC or BOPP film; clear and foil options |
| Adhesive | Permanent or removable, matched to the surface |
| Labeling | For cosmetics, product identity and net quantity appear on the principal display panel; ingredients appear on an information panel. The brand supplies and approves applicable labeling. |
| Print Methods | Offset, digital, UV, screen or flexographic printing; full-color CMYK, spot color, white ink plus color |
| Coatings and Finishes | Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, aqueous coating, foil stamping, emboss/deboss, Spot UV and raised 3D UV |
| Starting Price | From $1.25 / unit; final price depends on size, material, print, finishes and quantity |
| Minimum Order | 500 units |
| Standard Production | 7 days from approved proof |
| Rush Production | Available on request |
| Shipping | USA and worldwide |
How Do You Size a Cosmetic Label?
Measure the flat or wrap area on the container and plan the front and information panels. Size is set on the approved proof.
| Measurement | What to Record |
|---|---|
| Container | Bottle, jar, tube or compact |
| Label area | Height and width or wrap |
| Panels | Front and information |
| Exposure | Oils, water, handling |
Test a Sample With the Formula
Apply samples to filled containers and expose them to the formula and wet handling. Check edges and print.
What to Check Before Bulk Production
Review samples on filled containers. Record the approved material, adhesive and panels on the signed-off proof. Bulk production starts after that sign-off.
| If the sample shows | Review before approval |
|---|---|
| Label lifts on a squeezed tube | Review film and adhesive |
| Oil stains the label | Review material and lamination |
| Ingredients too small | Enlarge the information panel |
| Bubbles on curves | Review application on the container |
Seven days covers standard production from approved proof once the specification is confirmed; delivery timing is confirmed separately.
