Compact Cases

Empty Makeup Compact Cases with Mirror for Powder, Blush, and Cushion Foundation

What a makeup compact case is used for

A makeup compact case holds one pressed product and often a mirror, so the customer can touch up on the go. The case has a lid that opens on a hinge, a base with a space for a pan or a tray, and a snap or a click that holds the lid closed. A makeup compact case is used for pressed powder, setting powder, blush, bronzer, highlighter, cream blush, and cushion foundation. Small beauty brands, makers, and private label sellers buy an empty makeup compact case in bulk and fill it at their own site. A compact fits a purse, works for retail and travel, and gives you a lid for your logo.

Sizes and how to measure

Compact cases are sized by the pan or tray they hold. Small cases hold a pan of about 36 mm to 45 mm for blush and highlighter, medium cases hold a pan of about 56 mm to 60 mm for pressed powder, and larger cases hold a pan of 70 mm or more for powder and cushion foundation. Check the diameter or the length and width, and the height when closed, because that sets the size of your box. Measure the lid for your artwork. The pan or tray must match the case, so send us the size you want and we confirm the fit.

Example sizes (approximate and for reference only; we confirm the exact size before you order):

• Small round case: about 2.1 in wide x 0.6 in tall
• Medium round case: about 3 in wide x 0.7 in tall
• Large round case: about 3.5 in wide x 0.8 in tall
• Square case: about 3 in x 3 in x 0.7 in

Shapes, materials, and colors

Round cases are the classic shape, and square and rectangle cases give a modern look. Cases are made of plastic such as ABS or AS, and some are made of aluminum for a solid feel. A blue makeup compact case is a popular color for a bold or fresh brand look, and cases also come in black, white, pink, gold, clear, and custom colors. Color shades vary by material and finish, so send a Pantone color or a sample for the best match. A mirror can be added inside the lid, and a cushion compact can hold a puff or a sponge and an inner tray. The hinge and the lid latch should close firmly, and we confirm the lid and base match on the proof.

Printing, coating, and finishes

A custom makeup compact case can carry a logo in several ways. Screen printing puts one or two colors on the lid and lasts well, and white or silver ink stands out on a dark case. Hot stamp foil in gold or silver gives a sharp metallic mark, and a label can wrap the base or the lid. A matte, glossy, or soft touch coating can match your brand. Orders can be printed with the same design on every case, or left plain so you can add your own label after filling.

Choosing makeup compact case suppliers

When you compare makeup compact case suppliers, ask about the minimum order, the proof, and how the lid, base, and pan are matched. At LuLu Packaging, orders start at 1,000 units, you approve a proof before production, and we confirm the fit for you. Ask whether the supplier shares a dieline, because that shows exactly where your artwork can go.

Labeling notes

If your compact holds a cosmetic product, the label must carry the text that the law requires for your product, such as ingredients, net contents, and warnings. A compact has little room, so plan a short label or a larger outer label or box. You supply the text and the layout, and we print what you send. We do not write or check label text or claims, so please have your final label reviewed by a person who knows the rules for your product.

Artwork and dieline

We send a free dieline that shows the print area on your lid and base, or the size of your label. Supply artwork as a vector AI or PDF file with fonts outlined and images at 300 DPI in CMYK. Screen print and foil designs work best as single color vector files. If you have no artwork yet, free design support and a free consultation are included, and our team can help lay out the logo and the text from your brand colors. You review and approve the artwork before production starts.

How to order a custom makeup compact case

1. Choose your case size, shape, material, and color.
2. Send your quantity, starting at 1,000 units.
3. Receive your free dieline and add your artwork, or ask for help.
4. Review and approve the artwork, the color, and the fit.
5. Production takes 25 to 30 business days after artwork approval.
6. Your order ships free to one U.S. address.

The final price depends on case size, shape, material, color, mirror, printing, finishing, and quantity. The 1,000 unit minimum suits a first launch and a wholesale order alike.

What comes with every order

• Free shipping to one U.S. address
• Free thank-you cards equal to the units ordered
• Free design support, free dieline, and free consultation
• Orders start at 1,000 units
• Eco-friendly materials sourced from certified suppliers