If you’ve just started making soap, you may be wondering how you can best promote your business. While soap packaging is an important part of the process, making the right choice can be overwhelming. You want your boxes to be high-quality, eye-catching, and affordable. In this article, we’ll look at three different types of custom soap box packaging that will appeal to customers and attract them to your business.
- With custom boxes, you get a better look and feel.
- If you want to boost your sales, you need packaging that reflects your brand.
- You can choose the right size for your soap boxes.
- Your design is important as well.
- Be sure to consider costs and returns.
Types of boxes you can use for storing soaps
Cardboard boxes
These are the easiest to find, and you can buy them in bulk, cutting down on your costs. They’re also easy to customize with labels or markers. The downside is they require extra packaging for protection during shipping and while on display which increases your cost further. If customers drop a soap while it’s out of the box, there’s a greater chance of damage. Inserts make this more secure. But add another step before each sale is made.
Soap boxes are made of a sturdy material that is good for storing soap for long periods of time. They are also good to show soap at craft fairs or farmer’s markets where people will be handling them. Shoppers will appreciate its ease of use and homeowners will love keeping their counters free from clutter allowing their dish soap to air-dry.
Clamshell boxes
These common boxes are common in the food industry. You can see them wrapped around sandwiches, cereal bars, and other snacks. They are good for travel but they do not show off soap well because it is covered up by a wrapper or sealant. The material also has a high reflection which makes it difficult to show detail. Clamshells will break down quickly while cardboard boxes last longer with less chance of damage while on display or during transport.
Drawstring bags are used for cosmetics and other products. They can be put in luggage for travel. When you go to places outside of your country, you may see some old drawstring bags from before.
The Pop-Up Box
These boxes are best used for travel. This box has a handle and is made of only one sheet of material. It is usually folded up and will pop open to form a display and storage box ideal for traveling salesmen.
The clamshell is a box that can be put on your soap and it does not need another wrapper because it protects itself. There are some boxes that have a clear window so people can see what is inside without opening the package. Some clamshells have a paper which makes them more durable than those without any protection from dirt, water, etc.
The Paperboard Box
This box is made of paperboard and it is the most common type of food packaging. It is also the most versatile because it can be used for a wide variety of items. The paperboard box can be collapsed flat and shipped, saving on space and shipping costs.
The Corrugated Box
This box is made of cardboard with wavy flaps that give it more strength than a regular cardboard box. It is often used to ship heavy or bulky items.
The Beverage Carton
This type of carton is used for packaging beverages such as milk, juice, beer, and wine. It has a pointed top and bottom so that it can be stacked easily. The carton is also easy to open and close.
The Folding Carton
This type of carton is used for shipping frozen foods, magazines, facial tissues, and other items that need to remain flat. It comes flat-packed (folded) but can be opened into an easy-to-use box by the end-user. The top surface stays attached to the front panel allowing it to stand on its own.
The Tray
A tray differs from a regular box in that it has four corner flaps attached to the bottom side to prevent packages from shifting during transport. This type of package works well with food items because these boxes are often reused several times before being recycled or sent directly to landfills.
Tubular Boxes
These boxes are made ship long tubes such as paper towels and toilet paper. The flaps on the ends fold together and secure these goods tightly inside the package to prevent rips and tears during transport.
The Mailer Box
Mailer boxes or envelopes are meant for sending items through mail services such as UPS, FedEx, USPS, etc. They often come flat-packed (folded) but can be opened into easy-to-use boxes by the end-user. These types of packages are lightweight and cost-effective which is why they are used so frequently by online retailers such as Amazon.com.
The Luxe Packaging
Luxe packaging boxes are all about looking and feeling luxurious. They are often made with higher-quality materials such as velvet, satin, or silk and come in a variety of colors and designs. These boxes can be used to package everything from jewelry to cosmetics to wine.
The Die Cut Box
Die-cut boxes are unique because they are custom-made according to the specific shape and design that you want. This type of box is perfect for companies that want to make a statement with their packaging or for products that have a unique shape.
Consider the dimensions of your soap bar
and find a box that is the right size. If the soap bar is too large to fit in a standard-sized box, you will need to get creative with the packaging. You could try wrapping it in tissue paper or placing it in a bag made from natural material such as cotton or jute.
When it comes to choosing the right type of soap packaging, there are a few things to consider. What type of product do you have? Is it a bar of soap or liquid soap? What kind of materials will you need for packaging? And finally, what kind of look and feel do you want your soap to have?
Conclusion:
However, custom sleeve boxes are an important marketing tool for any business selling a product in a retail setting. By putting time and effort into the design of your soap boxes, you will be able to create an appealing package that reflects your brand identity.
