Five Main Factors Determining The Packaging Cost Of Cosmetics

In order to make the packaging cost of customized cosmetics easy to calculate and plan, we have created an online cost calculator, so that you can get instant quotes based on the product options you choose. This allows you to view the packaging costs for different quantities and packaging options in seconds. But first, let's quickly review how these key "ingredients" actually affect packaging costs.

1. Paper

There are many kinds of paper and paperboard available in the market to meet the market demand for packaging costs of cosmetics. These demands are generated by the selection of usable, bleached and unbleached, original and recycled fibers, and because fibers can be modified in the pulp preparation stage. Paper and cardboard products can be made into various grams and thicknesses. The surface finish (appearance) can be changed mechanically. The additives introduced during the preparation phase provide special properties.

2. Print quantity

The more units you print, the more expensive it is, right? Technically, yes, but as you order more, the unit price will actually decrease. This means that doubling the printing quantity will not double the packaging cost of cosmetics, in fact, it will not double.

3. Box size

It should be self-evident. The bigger your box, the more paper you need to make. Therefore, as the size of the packaging box increases, the cost of packaging will also increase.

4. Coating

You can apply several different coating options to general packaging boxes and packages. All these coating options have different feelings and effects on the finished product, but the packaging costs of cosmetics are also different. Some are more expensive than others, so you should decide which coating option suits your packaging and plan your budget accordingly.

5. Boxed sample

If you are printing packaging for a product for the first time, it is strongly recommended to create a prototype first. It is very important that the packaging box fits the product perfectly, and you can check this by ordering hard copy proofs. In this way, we can make any necessary adjustments before the whole printing operation and prevent costly errors. Hard copy proofs can be ordered blank (at a lower cost) or applied to your design.