A cosmetic hexagon box is a six-sided carton that holds round or compact beauty products, such as jars, bottles and small sets. The Best Price Boxes prints them custom to your product with no minimum order, and we beat a written quote for the same specs.
Why a hexagon suits round products
Most cosmetic products that are round, such as a cream jar, a candle or a round compact, sit awkwardly in a rectangular carton. They leave dead corners that need padding. A hexagon hugs a round object more closely, so you need less filler and the product feels held rather than dropped in. The six faces also give you extra panels to print on: ingredients on one, a short brand line on another, a pattern across the rest. Hexagons tile together on a retail shelf like a honeycomb, which is useful if you are building a display wall.
Sizing a hexagon the right way
This is where people go wrong, because a hexagon has two widths. Across the flats is the distance from one flat side to the opposite one. Across the corners is the longer distance from one point to the opposite point, about 15 percent larger. A round jar sits in the hexagon with its widest point touching the flats, so measure the jar diameter and make the across-flats dimension slightly larger, with about an eighth of an inch of clearance. Do not size to the corners, or the box will look oversized and the product will rattle. Give us the product height too, plus the cap or lid, and we do the rest.
Material, inserts and print
We quote hexagon cartons in paperboard, typically 16 to 24 pt SBS, and ask about your preferred finish. Kraft is also an option for a natural or botanical line. A paperboard or corrugated insert holds the product at the centre, and for heavier glass jars an insert is not optional. Printing is CMYK or Pantone-matched, followed by a matte or gloss aqueous coating, soft-touch lamination, spot UV or foil. For a premium cosmetics look, soft-touch lamination with a foil logo on one face is a classic pairing. If you need a construction other than a folding carton, tell us and we will advise what is possible.
- Six-panel paperboard carton, glued or tuck-in construction
- Paperboard or corrugated insert shaped to your product
- CMYK or Pantone print, matte, gloss or soft-touch coating
- Foil, spot UV or embossing on selected panels
- Sized by across-flats width and product height
When a plain rectangle is the better call
Hexagons are a good fit for round products and gift sets. They are a poor fit for flat or slim items. A lipstick, a pencil-style product or a wand mascara needs a slim carton, and our lipstick boxes or lip balm boxes are a better match. If your hexagon needs to hold several items, a custom foam insert or divider sorts them out. Browse the wider cosmetic packaging range to compare shapes before you commit.
A hexagon takes more care to set up than a rectangle, simply because the dieline is less common, so a sample is worth ordering. Check that the lid or cap clears the top panel, that the insert holds the product dead centre, and that your logo sits on a flat face rather than across a fold line. With no minimum order, a single printed carton lets you check the fit with the real jar. Send the product diameter, height and the quantity, even if it is one, and we draw the dieline and quote it.
Frequently asked questions
What are cosmetic hexagon boxes used for?
They hold round or compact beauty products such as cream jars, candles, bottles and small gift sets. The six-sided shape wraps a round object more closely than a rectangle, so it needs less padding, and the extra panels give you more room for branding and product information.
Do you have a minimum order for hexagon boxes?
No. There is no minimum order, so you can order one hexagon box as a sample or thousands for a launch. Send the product diameter, height and quantity, and we draw the dieline and quote it. The price-beat guarantee applies when you hold a written quote for the same specs.
How do I measure for a hexagon box?
Measure the widest diameter of the product, then make the across-flats width of the hexagon slightly larger, with about an eighth of an inch of clearance. Do not size to the corners, which are about 15 percent wider. Add the product height including any cap or lid.
Do hexagon boxes need an insert?
For lightweight products, often not. For glass jars or anything that can shift, a paperboard or corrugated insert holds the product at the centre and prevents rattling. If you are unsure, send the product weight and shape and we will recommend whether an insert is worth adding.
What finishes work well on a hexagon box?
Soft-touch lamination with a foil logo is a common premium pairing for cosmetics. Matte or gloss aqueous coating is a lighter option, and spot UV highlights a pattern or a single word. Each finish adds setup, so choose one or two that carry the brand.
Are hexagon boxes sold only for cosmetics?
No. They suit anything round or compact, including candles, tea tins, small gifts and accessories. This page focuses on cosmetics, but the construction is the same. Labelling and product claims are your responsibility, and we print the artwork you supply.
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