Custom Lotion Boxes

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom lotion boxes are printed cartons that skincare and bath brands use to package body lotion bottles, pumps, tubes and hand creams for retail and gifting. Options include tall tuck-end cartons, auto-lock bottoms for heavier bottles, gift sets with inserts and display boxes. Labeling rules vary. Send your bottle dimensions and artwork and a specialist replies with pricing.

Tall cartons for pump bottles
Auto-lock bottoms for weight
Hand cream tube cartons
Gift sets with inserts

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Lotion boxes that carry weight and information

Lotion bottles are heavier than most cosmetics, and pumps can be pressed or knocked loose in transit. Custom lotion boxes are made to the height and width of your bottle with the pump fitted, and an auto-lock bottom carries the weight without opening. For smaller formats, custom hand cream boxes are slim cartons made to the tube, which suit gift shops, pharmacies and hotel amenity programs.

Tall tuck-end cartons with an auto-lock bottom in SBS paperboard are the usual build for pump bottles. Gift sets that pair lotion with body wash or a candle use a two-piece or sleeve box with an insert. Kraft board suits natural and handmade brands. Custom CBD lotion boxes follow the same construction, although CBD labeling rules vary. Ask about corrugated mailers if you ship lotion directly to customers.

Lotion is often bought by scent, so print the scent name large and use a color per fragrance across the range. Use the back and sides for directions, ingredients and the label details you supply, as cosmetic rules vary by country. Soft-touch lamination and foil stamping add a spa-like feel, while one-color printing on kraft keeps natural brands simple and consistent.

Popular uses

Body lotion pump bottles
Hand cream tubes
Bath and body gift sets
Hotel and spa amenities
CBD and wellness lotions
Seasonal scent collections

Specifications

Size	Made to your exact inside dimensions (L × W × H)
Materials	Paperboard (SBS), kraft, corrugated (E, B or double wall), rigid chipboard
Printing	Full colour CMYK, Pantone (PMS) spot colours, inside and outside printing
Finishes	Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing, debossing
Add-ons	Window cut-outs, inserts, handles, custom tissue paper and stickers
Proof	Digital proof on your dieline before production

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Options for custom lotion boxes

Box styles

Tall tuck-end cartons, auto-lock bottom boxes, slim tube cartons, sleeve boxes and two-piece gift boxes, made to your bottle or tube size.

Inserts

Die-cut paperboard or corrugated inserts hold bottles upright, protect pumps and keep lotion, wash and candle sets organized in one box.

Materials

SBS paperboard for crisp scent colors, kraft board for natural brands, rigid board for gift sets and corrugated board for shipping.

Printing

CMYK and spot colors for scent names, directions, ingredients and the label details you supply, with a color system across the range.

Finishes

Soft-touch or matte lamination, foil stamping, embossing and spot UV give lotion boxes a spa-like, premium feel on the shelf.

Shipping options

For online orders, a corrugated mailer sized to your lotion carton or gift set adds protection. Tell us how you ship and we suggest a build.

How it works

Ordering custom lotion boxes

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Request a quote
Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
Get pricing and a proof
A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom Lotion Boxes: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

What size box do I need for a lotion bottle?

Measure the bottle height with the pump or cap fitted and its widest width or diameter. We make the carton to those dimensions, often with an auto-lock bottom for heavier bottles, then send a digital proof for approval.

Can you make hand cream boxes?

Yes. Hand cream boxes are usually slim cartons sized to the tube, and they can match your lotion boxes in design. They suit gift shops, pharmacies and hotel amenity programs. Send your tube size and we prepare a proof.

Are lotion boxes strong enough for heavy bottles?

Yes, when built for the weight. An auto-lock bottom and the right board thickness carry larger pump bottles securely on shelves and in transit. Tell us the bottle size and weight, and a specialist will recommend a construction before your proof.

Can I get CBD lotion boxes?

Yes. CBD lotion boxes are built the same way as standard lotion cartons, made to your bottle or tube size. Labeling rules for CBD cosmetics vary by location, so confirm current requirements for your market before approving your artwork.

Do you sell lotion boxes wholesale?

Yes. We produce larger runs for skincare and bath brands, including matching boxes across scents and sizes. Request a quote with your bottle sizes, box styles and quantities, and a specialist replies with pricing and next steps for your artwork.

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