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| Specification | Foundation Packaging Requirements |
|---|---|
| Product type | Custom secondary packaging developed around the dimensions, closure profile, filled weight, orientation, artwork, shade variations and sales-channel requirements of a foundation container or makeup set. |
| Suitable foundation formats | Liquid foundation bottles, pump bottles, dropper bottles, airless containers, BB cream tubes, CC cream tubes, tinted-moisturizer tubes, foundation sticks, cushion compacts, pressed-foundation compacts and multi-product makeup sets. |
| Container materials | Glass, plastic, acrylic-style, airless, laminated tube, molded compact and other approved cosmetic-container materials can be considered after the finished dimensions and product weight are confirmed. |
| Required product measurements | Provide the complete closed height, maximum width, maximum depth, base footprint, shoulder profile, closure dimensions, projecting components and preferred orientation. |
| Measurement rule | Measure the complete filled and sale-ready product at its tallest, widest and deepest points. Do not calculate the carton only from the product capacity, pan diameter or container-body dimensions. |
| Liquid foundation bottle | Measure the fully assembled bottle with its pump, dropper, cap, collar, actuator, spout, bulb or overcap installed in the final packing position. |
| Pump-bottle details | Record the pump in its final locked, clipped or sale-ready position, including the actuator width, spout projection, rotation, collar, overcap and total closed height. |
| Dropper-bottle details | Measure the installed dropper closure, bulb or cap, neck, shoulders and widest closure point. Confirm whether the dropper assembly is sensitive to top or side pressure. |
| Airless foundation bottle | Measure the container with its actuator, collar and protective overcap installed. The carton and any insert should avoid unnecessary pressure on the dispensing mechanism. |
| Foundation tube | Measure the complete tube from the cap to the sealed or crimped end. Record the maximum filled width, depth, cap profile and preferred upright or horizontal orientation. |
| Foundation stick | Measure the complete capped height, maximum body width and depth, cap profile, twist-base dimensions and filled product weight. |
| Cushion or compact foundation | Provide the closed length, width, thickness, hinge projection, latch profile, opening direction and any decorative outer surfaces. |
| Square, oval or irregular containers | Provide separate width and depth measurements together with the widest shoulders, corners, closure and base. Do not assume width and depth are identical. |
| Base footprint | Record the base width, depth or diameter and available contact area. The base profile affects standing stability, bottom support and insert design. |
| Shoulder profile | Record the widest shoulder point, taper and transition into the neck, pump, dropper or cap. Irregular shoulders may require photographs, technical drawings or a physical sample. |
| Filled product weight | Provide the completed weight, including the formula, container, pump, dropper, cap, compact, label, seal, shrink band and attached decorative components. |
| Center of gravity | Identify whether the finished product is bottom-heavy, balanced or top-heavy in its intended orientation. This may affect the bottom structure, standing stability and insert requirement. |
| Internal box dimensions | Internal dimensions are developed around the approved product measurements, board thickness, closure clearance, insert space, folds, opening method and removal requirements. |
| External box dimensions | External dimensions depend on the internal fit, material thickness, folded structure, locking features, inserts and any sleeve or multi-part components. |
| Product clearance | The package should allow the completed product to be packed and removed without excessive force while avoiding unnecessary headspace and side movement. |
| Product orientation | Confirm whether the bottle, tube, stick or compact should remain upright, lie horizontally or sit inside a fitted support. Orientation affects the structure, artwork and packing process. |
| Packaging structures | Possible directions include straight-tuck cartons, reverse-tuck cartons, auto-lock or snap-lock cartons, reinforced folding cartons, window boxes, sleeves, two-piece boxes, tray-and-sleeve structures, set boxes and selected rigid presentation formats. |
| Lightweight plastic bottle | A fitted folding carton may suit a lightweight plastic foundation bottle when the selected board and bottom construction support the completed product weight. |
| Heavy glass bottle | A heavy glass foundation bottle may require a locking-bottom carton, reinforced base or fitted internal support according to its weight, base profile, closure and distribution route. |
| Foundation tube carton | A straight-tuck, reverse-tuck, slim sleeve or horizontal folding carton may be considered according to the tube dimensions, cap, crimped end and orientation. |
| Foundation stick carton | A narrow tuck carton, fitted sleeve or carton with an end stop may be considered according to the capped dimensions, twist base and removal direction. |
| Compact and cushion packaging | A short, wide folding carton, sleeve, two-piece box or tray-and-sleeve structure may be considered according to the compact dimensions, hinge, latch and presentation target. |
| Rigid-box direction | Rigid packaging may be considered for selected gift, launch, influencer or presentation projects. It is not automatically required for every glass bottle, compact or foundation set. |
| Window packaging | A window can reveal an approved area of the bottle, tube, stick or compact while retaining sufficient structural and printable panel space for branding, shade identification and product information. |
| Material direction | Paperboard, cardstock, kraft-style board, corrugated components and rigid greyboard structures may be considered according to the completed product weight, box structure, printing, finishing, sales channel and handling requirements. |
| Board thickness | The final board thickness is confirmed according to the box dimensions, product weight, bottom construction, closure profile, insert, artwork coverage and production method. |
| Insert options | Possible directions include die-cut paperboard supports, folded platforms, corrugated stabilizers, dividers, molded pulp components and foam inserts for selected projects. |
| Insert requirement | An insert may be useful for tall, heavy, top-heavy, irregular, multi-product, windowed or presentation-focused foundation packaging. A correctly fitted carton may not require a separate insert for every product. |
| Insert contact areas | The insert should use approved contact areas around the container body, base or compact edge without placing unnecessary pressure on the pump, dropper, actuator, cap, hinge, latch, label or decorated surface. |
| Multi-shade sets | Measure every bottle, tube, stick or compact separately. Confirm the shade order, product count, arrangement, spacing, orientation, removal direction and total loaded weight. |
| Makeup and PR sets | Presentation sets may use dividers, multi-cavity inserts, tray-and-sleeve structures, corrugated presentation boxes or rigid formats according to the product mix and campaign requirements. |
| Ecommerce packaging | The fitted foundation carton should be coordinated with a separate mailer or shipping carton. The retail foundation box and outer parcel package perform different functions. |
| Wholesale case packing | Confirm the number of retail units per master carton, packing orientation, shade arrangement, divider requirement, total case weight and master-carton dimensions. |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS or Pantone color directions and inside or outside printing may be considered where compatible with the selected material, artwork, quantity and production method. |
| Finishing options | Possible finishes include matte, gloss, soft-touch, foil stamping, Spot UV, embossing and debossing. Compatibility is confirmed according to the stock, structure, artwork and finish placement. |
| Shade identification | Shade names, numbers, color references and identification areas can be coordinated across approved artwork files. Printed shade appearance should not be treated as an exact substitute for the physical cosmetic formula. |
| Artwork and dieline | Artwork should follow the approved dieline and account for cut lines, folds, glue areas, bleed, safe zones, windows, inserts and finishing locations. |
| Shade and SKU variations | A shared dieline may support different shades, formulas, finishes, barcodes and artwork files when the physical products use the same approved dimensions, closure profile, weight range, orientation and structure. |
| Different container formats | Bottles, tubes, sticks and compacts with materially different dimensions, closures, bases, hinges or weights may require separate box dimensions or dielines. |
| Quantity breakdown | Provide the total quantity and the quantity required for every shade, formula, container format, artwork version, language and SKU. |
| Product-information panels | Panel space may be planned for the foundation name, shade, formula, finish, net contents, directions, ingredients, warnings, barcode, SKU, batch area, business information and other buyer-approved content. |
| Labeling responsibility | BoxBaba can plan printable panel space around the approved artwork. The buyer remains responsible for final legal, regulatory, cosmetic-claim, warning, shade, ingredient and labeling review before printing. |
| Minimum order quantity | The verified minimum order quantity for custom cosmetic boxes is 100 boxes. Provide the total quantity and quantity required for each shade, formula, container format, artwork version or SKU. |
| Proofing and samples | Available proofing or sample routes are confirmed during quotation and may include an artwork proof, digital mockup, blank structural sample or printed physical sample depending on the project. |
| Production schedule | Production timing is confirmed after the dimensions, structure, material, insert, artwork, quantities, finishes and proofing requirements have been approved. |
| Shipping | Shipping methods, charges and estimated transit times are confirmed according to the completed order, packing format, delivery destination and selected service. |
| Supply format | Folding foundation cartons may be supplied flat-packed. Rigid, tray-and-sleeve, insert-supported or multi-part structures may require partial or complete assembly according to the approved specification. |

We use cardboard material with the least environmental impact and minimizes waste generation.

Kraft paper is a strong, durable and reliable material that is widely used across many different industries.

Rigid is highly protective, affordable and recyclable material. These boxes provide maximum protection.

Corrugated material is easy to customize, cost effective and sustainable. It is also great for branding purposes.

Enhance your packaging with premium foil stamping for a bold and luxurious appearance.

Our Spot UV coating adds a sleek shine and highlights key design elements beautifully.

Give your packaging a polished, glossy finish that enhances color and visual appeal.

Create eye-catching packaging with holographic foil effects that shimmer from every angle.

Add raised textures and elegant detailing to make your packaging stand out.

Create a refined pressed-in effect that adds depth and sophistication to your packaging.

Achieve a smooth matte finish that minimizes fingerprints and delivers a modern look.

Protect your packaging with a silky-soft laminated finish for a premium feel.
| Foundation format | Measurements to confirm | Possible packaging direction |
|---|---|---|
| Liquid pump bottle | Closed height, actuator width, spout projection, collar, overcap, shoulders, base and filled weight | Fitted tuck carton, locking-bottom carton or reinforced folding carton |
| Dropper bottle | Installed dropper height, bulb or cap profile, shoulders, base and completed weight | Fitted folding carton with closure clearance and optional body or base support |
| Airless bottle | Actuator, collar, overcap, maximum body dimensions, base and orientation | Fitted carton, locking-bottom structure or insert-supported carton where needed |
| BB or CC cream tube | Complete tube length, filled width, depth, cap and crimped end | Straight-tuck carton, reverse-tuck carton, sleeve or horizontal carton |
| Foundation stick | Capped height, maximum width and depth, cap profile and twist base | Narrow tuck carton, fitted sleeve or carton with an end stop |
| Cushion or compact | Closed length, width, thickness, hinge, latch, opening direction and decorated surfaces | Short folding carton, sleeve, two-piece box or tray-and-sleeve structure |
| Multi-shade set | Dimensions and weight of every unit, shade order, spacing and removal direction | Divider, multi-cavity insert, presentation box or corrugated PR kit |
| Sales channel | Packaging priorities | Details to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Retail shelf | Shade identification, bottle fit, barcode placement, standing stability and front-panel presentation | Facing direction, closure position, shelf dimensions and retailer requirements |
| Ecommerce | Fitted retail carton coordinated with a separate mailer or shipping carton | Packed weight, internal movement, void space, outer packaging and parcel conditions |
| Private-label range | Repeatable structure, shade differentiation and controlled quantity by artwork | Shade schedule, SKU list, bottle formats, closures, barcodes and reorder quantities |
| Subscription box | Compact dimensions and coordination with other cosmetic products | Available kit space, product orientation and outer-box dimensions |
| Wholesale distribution | Consistent retail cartons, shade organization and master-case packing | Units per case, shade order, case weight, dividers and master-carton dimensions |
| PR or influencer kit | Multi-shade presentation, product removal and campaign arrangement | Shade count, insert layout, accessories, printed materials and shipping package |
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