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Lip Balm Labels | Blue Label Packaging
Lip balm tube labels

Lip Balm Labels

Glenn Avenue Soap Company
Columbus, OH

Lip Balm & Lip Stick Labels

Lip balm and lipstick labels have a hard job on a very small surface. They need to wrap cleanly around a narrow tube, stay put in a pocket or a warm car, and hold up to the oils, waxes, and constant handling that come with a lip product. On a tube barely an inch wide, a label that lifts at the seam or smudges at the edge is easy to spot. We print custom lip balm labels and lipstick labels that fit the container, resist the oils, and keep your artwork sharp from the first tube to the last.

We print from our Lancaster, Ohio facility and ship nationwide, on digital presses that keep color consistent across every SKU in your line. Whether you run standard twist-up tubes, oversized balms, metal tins, or lipstick bullets, we help you pick the right film, adhesive, and finish for a small container that has to look good and stay on.

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Custom Lip Balm and Lipstick Label Options

Sized for small tubes, ovals, and tins

Sized for small tubes, ovals, and tins

Lip products come in some of the smallest containers in beauty, so fit is everything. We print full wraps with clean seams for round twist-up tubes, and we size the artwork to your exact barrel so nothing wraps short or overlaps. Oval and flat-sided tubes get their own treatment, because a label that fits a round tube will pucker on a curved oval face. For tins and pots, we print top labels, sidewall wraps, or both. Custom die-cut shapes are worth considering when your container is an unusual size or you want a label that follows a specific edge.
Films that resist oils, friction, and warm cars

Films that resist oils, friction, and warm cars

Lip balm lives in pockets, bags, and cup holders, and it is made of oils and waxes that work against most adhesives. That combination is exactly where cheaper labels lift and curl. We print on durable film materials (thin plastic films that do not absorb oil or water) and pair them with adhesives built to grip a small-diameter tube. A protective overlaminate or coating on top helps the label shrug off friction and warmth so it does not smudge or peel where the tube meets your fingers.
Materials and finishes for lip products

Materials and finishes for lip products

Most lip labels run on BOPP (a plastic film that resists water and oil) in clear, white, or metallic, and vinyl is worth considering when a container needs a film that flexes. Clear film gives you the no-label look that suits a minimal, natural balm. White film holds bold brand colors and small ingredient text cleanly. From there you can add a glossy, matte, or soft-touch finish, plus foil accents or spot gloss if you want a small detail to catch the eye. We are happy to walk through which combination fits your brand and your container.
High print quality on small labels

High print quality on small labels

Small labels are unforgiving, because fine lines and tiny ingredient type have nowhere to hide. Our digital presses hold crisp detail and accurate color, so a 5-point ingredient list stays legible and your brand color looks the same on tube one and tube ten thousand. No printing plates means reorders and new shades match what came before, which matters when a lipstick line grows one color at a time.
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Why Blue Label

Fast Production

We produce most printed labels in 5 business days or less*, so you can get to market fast instead of waiting weeks on a label run.

Quotes in 24 Hours

You’ll have a custom quote for your label job in less than 24 hours, so you can plan your run without sitting on hold.

Label Expertise

Our label team is involved in every step, from helping you choose the right film for a small tube to watching your project through each stage of production.

No Minimum Order Quantities

Because we work with businesses of every size, we require no minimum order quantity. Print one flavor or a full lip line, and get the exact number you need.

Ordering Process

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1. Get a Quote

1. Get a Quote

Get a Quote

You’ll get a quote in less than 24 hours. No unnecessary costs, just competitive prices.

2. Proofing

2. Proofing

Proofing

Review online proofs of your custom designed labels for quick and easy approval.

3. Print & Ship

3. Print & Ship

Turnaround Time

No expensive plates or time-consuming setup. Get standard labels in just 5 business days*.

Frequently Asked Questions

We print labels for the full range of lip product formats, sized to your exact container:

  • Standard lip balm tubes (round and oval): classic twist-ups, usually around 2 to 2.25 inches tall, with full-wrap options
  • Wide balm sticks: larger 0.25 to 0.5 oz tubes with full wraps or tall partial wraps
  • Jars and tins: mini through 1 oz sizes with top labels, sidewall wraps, or both
  • Lipstick bullets (standard and slim): small wraps or base and cap labels with tight tolerances
  • Liquid lipstick and crayons: doe-foot tubes and pencil-style sticks with narrow barrel wraps or clear labels
  • Custom die-cut labels for unusual tube sizes or shapes

If your container is not on this list, send us the dimensions and we will confirm the fit.

Small-diameter tubes and oily formulas are the two things that make lip labels lift, so we address both. We spec a film and adhesive rated for tight curves, so the label grips a narrow barrel instead of springing back at the seam. Then a protective overlaminate or coating on top helps the surface resist the oils and friction from constant handling. For oval or flat-sided tubes, we adjust the wrap so the label follows the curve without puckering. Requesting a free sample pack first is worth considering, so you can see how the material behaves on your own container.

Lip products are regulated by the FDA, and most plain balms and lipsticks are treated as cosmetics. A typical cosmetic label includes:

  • Product name and what it is
  • Brand name and logo
  • Net quantity of contents (in ounces and grams)
  • Ingredient list in descending order by weight
  • Name and place of business (manufacturer, packer, or distributor)
  • Any needed warnings, plus batch or lot codes if you track them

If your product includes an active drug ingredient, such as SPF sunscreen or a medicated ingredient like menthol or camphor, the FDA generally treats it as an over-the-counter drug. That usually means a Drug Facts panel and an active-ingredient statement, which changes your layout. Requirements and small-package allowances change over time, so it is worth confirming the current FDA guidance or checking with a labeling consultant before you print. We will make sure your artwork leaves room for the panel you need.

Yes. We can add a perforated seal that wraps around the cap and breaks when the tube is twisted open, which gives you tamper evidence for retail. The seal can match your brand look, hold up through shipping, and still come off easily for the customer. Tell us your container and we will spec the right seal.

Yes. Our printers can match up to 97% of the full color spectrum, so your brand colors stay consistent across every shade and every reorder of your lip balm and lipstick labels. We use expanded CMYK printing with additional ink sets (white, orange, violet, and green) to reach colors that standard four-color printing can miss. Because there are no printing plates, adding a new shade later still matches the labels you already have.

We provide custom labels for a wide variety of lip protection and beauty products, including:

    • Lip Balm Tubes: We offer custom chapstick labels for standard lip balm tubes, perfect for plastic containers that are commonly used in lip balm packaging. Our labels are designed to adhere securely and withstand daily use.
    • Chapstick Labels: Whether you need labels for classic chapstick tubes or larger balm sticks, we provide high-quality, customizable options.
    • Lip Gloss Labels: We create custom labels for lip gloss containers, whether they are plastic tubes, glass bottles, or other types of packaging. These labels are designed to maintain their clarity and adhesion even in high-moisture environments.
    • Lip Balm Containers: For products that come in small pots, jars, or other unique lip balm containers, we offer labels that fit perfectly.
    • Lip Butter and Lip Serum Labels: If your beauty products include lip butters or lip serums packaged in glass bottles, oil dropper bottles, or small jars, we provide labels that are both attractive and functional.
    • Lip Scrub and Lip Mask Labels: We also provide custom labels for exfoliating lip scrubs and intensive lip masks, with options to fit a variety of plastic containers and glass jars.
    • Lip Oil Labels: Our labels for lip oils, typically packaged in glass bottles or oil dropper bottles, are designed to be sleek and durable.

Beyond balm and lipstick, we print labels for lip gloss, lip oil, lip butter, lip serum, lip scrub, and lip mask containers, in tubes, pots, jars, and dropper bottles. For related categories, see our cosmetic labelsbody oil labels, and health, beauty, and wellness pages.

We offer shipping through several vendors like UPS, Fedex, and USPS. Ground, Next-Day, 2-Day, 3-Day, and custom freight options. 

Our preferred file formats are Adobe Illustrator or high-resolution PDF. A full artwork file standards checklist is available if you want to double-check your file before sending it.

Yes. Before we print your lip balm and lipstick labels, we send a digital proof by email for your approval. You can check positioning, color, and that the small ingredient text is legible before anything runs.

Blue Label Packaging does not directly offer design services, but we have resources to help. We keep a directory of designers we have worked with and a portfolio gallery for inspiration.

You can choose a glossy, matte, or soft-touch finish, and add foil accents or spot gloss for a small premium detail. Clear film gives a clean no-label look for minimal balms, while white film makes bold colors and small ingredient text stand out. We will help you pick a finish that suits the product without giving up durability.

No. We have no minimum order quantity, so you can print a small first run to test a new balm and reorder more once it sells. This works well for indie brands and for lipstick lines that grow one shade at a time.

*standard labels are printed within 5 days after artwork approval