What size box fits a make-up brush?

Measure the full length including the head and ferrule, then the widest point. Add about 1/8 inch of clearance per side and a little extra length. If the brush has a guard on, measure with it fitted. Send TBPB the numbers and we draw a dieline so you can check the fit before printing.

Do you have a minimum order for brush boxes?

No. TBPB has no minimum order, so you can order a single carton to check the fit around your brush, or thousands for a full launch. Brush lengths and ferrule shapes vary, so a single sample is often worth ordering first.

How do I stop bristles from getting bent?

Leave clearance around the head, or hold the brush with an insert so the bristles hang free. A narrow carton that touches the head will leave it bent after weeks in storage. Tell us if your brush has a guard sleeve and we will size the carton around it.

Can I box a full brush set?

Yes. A wide tray with a die cut paperboard insert gives each brush its own slot. Send the count and the length of the longest brush and we will draw the layout. A printed lid can double as a brush guide, which helps customers learn which tool does what.

Can the box have a window?

Yes. A window lets shoppers see the bristles and the brush shape before they buy. It changes the dieline and adds a film or clear panel, so mention it when you request a quote. A window suits a set display, while a solid carton suits a premium gift look.

Is the box suitable for hanging on a rack?

A hang tab can be added to a carton so it hangs on a retail peg. The tab is cut into the board, so tell us the weight of the brush or set. For heavy sets, a tray box on a shelf is a better fit than a hanging carton.

Why Choose Custom Make-Up Brush Boxes?

Custom make-up brush boxes are printed cartons made for long, slim tools with soft heads. Beauty brands choose them because a made-to-measure box keeps bristles from being crushed, shows the brand clearly on a counter or peg, and makes a set feel like a proper gift. TBPB cuts each carton to your brush length and ferrule width, prints your artwork in full colour, and sets no minimum order, so a small label can start with a single sample.

What Makes Custom Make-Up Brush Boxes Ideal?

Decide whether you are boxing one brush or a set. A single brush suits a long tuck end carton or a tube box, while a set needs a wide tray with a die cut insert. Measure length and the widest point, add about 1/8 inch per side, and leave clearance at the bristle end. A window shows the brush shape, a hang tab suits a retail peg, and a sleeve over a tray feels like a gift. Choose soft-touch with foil for a premium look. Send your measurements and we draw the dieline. Explore More

Custom Make-Up Brush Boxes, No Minimum Order

Custom make-up brush boxes are narrow printed cartons sized to the length of one brush or a full set, with room to keep the bristles clear of the walls. TBPB makes them with no minimum order, and if you bring a written quote for the same specs we will beat it.

The bristle problem

A brush is not like a lipstick or a jar. The handle is rigid, but the head is soft, and bristles that press against a box wall for weeks stay bent. A good brush box leaves clearance around the head, or holds the brush so the bristles hang free. Measure the full length including the head, then the widest point of the handle and of the ferrule. Add about 1/8 inch of clearance per side and a little extra length so the lid closes without touching the tip. If your brush has a guard sleeve, measure with it on.

Single brushes versus sets

A single brush fits a long, slim straight tuck end carton or a tube-style box. A sleeve over a tray works well for a gift single. For sets of five, eight or twelve, a wide tray with a die cut insert places each brush in its own slot so heads do not rub, and the print inside the lid can show the brush guide. A window on the front lets the shopper see the bristles. A hang tab suits retail pegs.

Board and print for a beauty tool

Folding carton paperboard at around 16 to 24 pt is the standard. White board takes colour cleanly, and kraft board suits natural or craft-led makeup brands. Full colour CMYK or Pantone matched brand colours, matte or gloss coating, soft-touch lamination, foil stamping and spot UV are all available. Soft-touch on a matte black carton, with a foil logo, is a familiar look for makeup tools because it feels expensive in the hand.

Plan the artwork for how people shop. A narrow box stands in a counter display or hangs on a peg, so the brand name and brush type should read along the long face.

One thing buyers often forget is the shipping reality. A brush set in a thin tray box is fine on a shelf, but loose in a parcel the ferrules can punch through a window or dent a corner. If you sell online, plan the outer shipper at the same time as the carton, and let us know the weight of the full set. For a single brush the risk is lower, and a snug tuck end carton inside a padded mailer is usually enough. Samples let you drop-test your own parcel before the full run is printed.

Styles: long tuck end carton, tube box, sleeve and tray, or set box with insert
Stock: folding carton paperboard or kraft board
Print: full colour CMYK or Pantone matched
Finishes: matte or gloss aqueous, soft-touch, foil stamping, spot UV, embossing
Options: window cutout for bristles, hang tab, die cut insert for sets

Matching the rest of your makeup line

If you sell brushes alongside lip products, see the lipstick boxes and mascara boxes so your shelf matches, and the general make-up boxes for kits. The whole cosmetic packaging range shares print options, so a full brand family is simple to coordinate.

To get a quote, send the brush length and widest diameter, plus the quantity you need, even a single box. We draw the dieline and price it.

Frequently asked questions

What size box fits a make-up brush?
Measure the full length including the head and ferrule, then the widest point. Add about 1/8 inch of clearance per side and a little extra length. If the brush has a guard on, measure with it fitted. Send TBPB the numbers and we draw a dieline so you can check the fit before printing.
Do you have a minimum order for brush boxes?
No. TBPB has no minimum order, so you can order a single carton to check the fit around your brush, or thousands for a full launch. Brush lengths and ferrule shapes vary, so a single sample is often worth ordering first.
How do I stop bristles from getting bent?
Leave clearance around the head, or hold the brush with an insert so the bristles hang free. A narrow carton that touches the head will leave it bent after weeks in storage. Tell us if your brush has a guard sleeve and we will size the carton around it.
Can I box a full brush set?
Yes. A wide tray with a die cut paperboard insert gives each brush its own slot. Send the count and the length of the longest brush and we will draw the layout. A printed lid can double as a brush guide, which helps customers learn which tool does what.
Can the box have a window?
Yes. A window lets shoppers see the bristles and the brush shape before they buy. It changes the dieline and adds a film or clear panel, so mention it when you request a quote. A window suits a set display, while a solid carton suits a premium gift look.
Is the box suitable for hanging on a rack?
A hang tab can be added to a carton so it hangs on a retail peg. The tab is cut into the board, so tell us the weight of the brush or set. For heavy sets, a tray box on a shelf is a better fit than a hanging carton.