Plain-language definitions of the empty containers we make to order, the materials behind them and the finishes we apply — written for buyers. New to sourcing? Start with the Sourcing Guide.
Every container is made to order in our own factory — no stock catalogue. Pick the empty container, then the material, finish, decoration and closure.
Also known as: lipstick container, lipstick tube, metal lipstick case
An empty case that holds a lipstick bullet. Buyers usually mean the outer shell — the bullet is ordered separately. Available in plastic, or metal/aluminium where a heavier, more refined feel is wanted.
For: Lipstick
See Lipstick Case →Also known as: lip gloss container, gloss tube
A slim, squeezable or pen-style tube with a doe-foot or brush applicator for liquid gloss.
For: Lip Gloss
See Lip Gloss Tube →Also known as: mascara container
A slender, screw-top tube whose cap carries the mascara wand — the wand screws onto the tube neck as you close it.
For: Mascara
See Mascara Tube →Also known as: liquid eyeliner pen, felt tip eyeliner pen, eyeliner container
A pen-style container with a felt, nylon, foam or brush tip for precise liquid eyeliner.
For: Eyeliner, Lip Liner
See Eyeliner Pen →Also known as: lip balm container
A twist-up stick or squeeze tube for solid-to-semi-solid balm formulas.
For: Lip Balm
See Lip Balm Tube →Also known as: eyeshadow compact, palette case
An empty case, single- or multi-pan, that fits pressed or loose eye shadow.
For: Eye Shadow
See Eye Shadow Case →Also known as: compact case, pressed powder case
A flat, hinged case, usually with a mirror, for pressed powder, blush or pressed foundation.
For: Compact, Powder Cake, Blusher
See Compact →Also known as: foundation cake case
A case for a pressed cake formula, often with a puff compartment.
For: Powder Cake
See Powder Cake Case →Also known as: sifter jar, powder sifter
A container with a sifter lid for loose powder, often with an inner seal and puff.
For: Loose Powder
See Loose Powder Case →Also known as: blush case
A compact-style empty case sized for a blush cake.
For: Blusher
See Blusher Case →Also known as: moisturizer jar, face cream jar
A wide-mouth jar for thick creams, balms or masks; single- or double-wall.
For: Cream
See Cream Jar →Also known as: pump dispenser, cosmetic pump
A dispensing pump (collar, dip tube, actuator) that fits a bottle or jar of lotion, serum or cream.
For: Cream, Lotion
See Lotion Pump →Also known as: foundation pump bottle
A bottle for liquid or cream foundation, usually with a pump or dropper.
For: Foundation
See Foundation Bottle →Also known as: plastic bottle, glass bottle, serum bottle
A general empty bottle for serums, toners, essences or lotions, with your choice of closure.
For: Serum, Essence, Lotion
See Cosmetic Bottle →Also known as: fragrance bottle
A bottle for perfume or cologne, typically glass, with an atomizer or crimp closure.
For: Perfumery
See Perfume Bottle →Also known as: product tube, squeeze tube
A squeezable tube for cream, lotion, lip gloss or mask formulas, with cap or applicator.
For: Cream, Lotion
See Cosmetic Tube →Also known as: aluminium tube, metal cosmetic tube
A rigid metal (aluminium) tube for mascara, lipstick, lip gloss and cream formulas — premium feel with strong product protection. See the whole range.
For: Mascara, Lipstick, Lip Gloss, Cream
See Metal Tube →Also known as: roll-on container, roller ball
A bottle with a rolling-ball applicator for serums or eye products.
For: Serum
See Roll-on Bottle →Also known as: pipette bottle
A bottle fitted with a dropper cap for precise dosing of serums and essences.
For: Serum, Essence
See Dropper Bottle →Also known as: makeup brush, brush applicator
Brushed applicators and handles — mascara wands, powder brushes, lip gloss wands.
For: Accessories
See Cosmetic Brush →Also known as: polypropylene
A workhorse plastic for jars, tubes, caps and cases — rigid yet lightweight, good chemical resistance for creams and lotions.
See PP (Polypropylene) →Also known as: pet resin, petg resin
Clear, glass-like plastics used for bottles. PETG is tougher and easier to decorate; both are common for serums and toners.
See PET / PETG →An inert option, heavier and more fragile than plastic — chosen for perfume, foundation and serums when a glass look and feel is wanted.
See Glass →Also known as: aluminium, aluminum, metal tube
Rigid metal (aluminium) cases and tubes for lipstick, mascara, eyeliner, compacts and foundation bottles. Heavier than plastic — confirm decoration and crimping needs with the supplier.
See Metal (Aluminium) →Also known as: recycled content resin
Resin made from recycled material. Ask the supplier for the exact PCR percentage and supporting documentation before marketing it.
See PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) →A package made from one material family (e.g. all-PP) to make recycling easier. Confirm wall design so it still meets your drop-test needs.
See Single-material / Mono-material →Also known as: sand-blasted, etched
A translucent, satin finish that softens the look of plastic or glass and hides fingerprints.
See Frosted →A flat, low-sheen surface — a modern, understated look, common on lipstick cases and caps.
See Matte →Also known as: high-gloss, shiny
A bright, reflective surface that makes colours pop.
See Glossy →Also known as: velvet touch, spray coating
A smooth, soft-feel coating applied over plastic for a comfortable, non-slip grip.
See Soft-touch →Also known as: foil stamping, metallic foil
Heat-pressed metallic foil (gold, silver) used for logos and fine lines on caps and cases.
See Hot Stamping →Also known as: screen printing, pad printing
Applied logos, gradients and fine detail directly on the container surface.
See Silk-Screen / Offset Printing →A clear, glossy protective coat applied over printed artwork.
See UV Coating →Tell us your product, filling size and budget — our engineers will suggest the right tube, bottle, jar or case, and the finish to match.
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