Overview
Custom Cream Boxes from Cosmetic Boxes NYC are made for beauty, skincare and cosmetic brands that want packaging as considered as their formulas. We size every order to your cream jars and tubes, print it with your branding, and choose board and finishes that protect the product and look beautiful on a shelf or in an unboxing video.
Orders start at 100 units, so you can launch a new product, test a scent or run a limited edition without committing to a warehouse full of boxes. Every order includes free artwork checks and a digital proof.
Packaging is part of the product experience. For cream jars and tubes, it protects the formula, communicates what's inside, and creates the first impression that turns browsers into buyers. Well-designed custom cream boxes look great on shelves and in social media unboxings, reduce damage in shipping, and give you space for ingredients, usage tips and your brand story.
Why brands choose us
- Free design support
- Our team places your artwork on the dieline, checks bleed and color, and sends a proof before printing.
- NYC delivery and US shipping
- We deliver across all five boroughs and ship to every state, packed flat to save space.
- Low minimums
- Order from 100 units, ideal for new launches, seasonal scents and limited editions.
- Built for retail and e-commerce
- Features such as jar inserts, soft-touch lamination and foil stamping help your cream jars and tubes stand out on shelves and arrive safely.
- Premium finishes
- Foil stamping, embossing, spot UV and soft-touch lamination give your packaging a high-end feel.
- Sized to your product
- We build to your exact bottle, tube or jar dimensions so it fits snugly and looks intentional.
Standard sizes
Every order is made to your dimensions. These popular sizes are a good place to start:
| Size | Dimensions | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz jar | 2.25 x 2.25 x 2 in | eye cream |
| 1.7 oz jar | 2.75 x 2.75 x 2.25 in | face cream |
| 4 oz jar | 3.25 x 3.25 x 2.75 in | body cream |
| Tube | 2 x 1.25 x 6 in | hand cream |
Materials
The right board depends on how your product is sold: on a boutique shelf, in a spa, in a gift set or shipped direct to customers.
- SBS paperboardbright white board that prints crisp color and fine type.
- Kraft paperboarda natural brown look for clean and indie beauty brands.
- Rigid chipboardpremium two-piece and magnetic boxes for gifting.
- Paperboard insertsdie-cut inserts that hold bottles, tubes and jars upright.
Printing and finishes
Full-color CMYK printing reproduces gradients and photography, while Pantone matching keeps your signature color consistent across every cream boxes and the rest of your line.
Finishing options include gold, silver, rose gold and holographic foil, embossing and debossing, spot UV, soft-touch and matte or gloss lamination, plus window patches and custom inserts.
Design ideas
Ideas that work especially well for cream jars and tubes:
- Use soft-touch lamination.
- Foil-stamp the logo.
- Print usage on the inside flap.
- Use a jar insert.
Not sure where to start? Tell us about your cream jars and tubes, where they're sold and the look you want, and we'll recommend a structure, material and finish in your free quote.
Protection and performance
Beauty products face humidity, handling and shipping. For custom cream boxes, we typically recommend jar inserts and soft-touch lamination, matched to the weight and shape of your cream jars and tubes. Glass bottles benefit from inserts, soaps from breathable or open designs, and bathroom products from moisture-resistant coatings. Tell us how and where your product is sold and we'll suggest the right build.
- Jar inserts: holds the product upright and prevents rattling in transit.
- Soft-touch lamination: gives a velvety, luxurious touch.
- Foil stamping: adds metallic shine that signals premium quality.
Sustainable options
Want a lower-impact option? We can make custom cream boxes from recycled or FSC-certified board, print with soy or water-based inks, and replace plastic windows with plant-based films or open die-cuts.
Who it’s for
- E-commerce and subscription box brands
- Indie beauty and skincare brands
- Influencer and creator brands
- Salons and spas in Manhattan and Brooklyn
- Professional and dermatology lines
Ordering tips
- Order your two or three most-used sizes of custom cream boxes together to reach a better quantity price.
- Ask for a plain sample if the fit is critical, especially for glass or irregular shapes.
- Keep your logo, colors and fonts consistent across every product so your line looks like a collection.
We deliver across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island, and ship to every state. Most boxes ship flat to save space.
