Lotion Pump Bottles

Lotion Pump Bottles for Body Lotion, Hand Lotion, Massage Lotion, and Soap

What lotion pump bottles are used for

A lotion pump bottle lets the customer press once and get a set amount of product, with one hand. The pump draws the product up through a dip tube, so it works well for thick liquids such as body lotion, hand lotion, body wash, conditioner, and liquid soap, and for lighter liquids such as massage lotion and oils. Skincare brands, salons, spas, and massage studios buy empty lotion pump bottles to fill at their own site. A pump keeps the bottle clean, because the customer does not dip fingers into the product, and it reduces waste compared with a flip cap or a screw cap.

Sizes and how to measure

Lotion pump bottles are sold by the volume they hold. Common sizes are 2 oz (60 ml), 4 oz (120 ml), 8 oz (240 ml), 12 oz (360 ml), and 16 oz (480 ml). Smaller sizes suit travel and gift sets, 8 oz is a popular retail size for lotion, and 16 oz suits salon and spa use. Check the total height with the pump on, because that sets the height of your box. Measure the bottle diameter and the flat area of the label if you plan to use one. The pump must match the neck of the bottle, so send us the size you want and we confirm the match.

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

• 2 oz (60 ml): about 1.6 in wide x 4.8 in tall with pump
• 4 oz (120 ml): about 2 in wide x 6 in tall with pump
• 8 oz (240 ml): about 2.4 in wide x 7.3 in tall with pump
• 12 oz (360 ml): about 2.7 in wide x 8 in tall with pump
• 16 oz (480 ml): about 2.9 in wide x 8.8 in tall with pump

Materials and colors

Lotion pump bottles come in plastic and in glass. PET and HDPE plastic bottles are light, do not break, and suit shower and bath use. Glass lotion pump bottles look clean on the shelf, do not take on the smell of the contents, and can be recycled, but they are heavier. Bottles come in clear, frosted, white, black, and amber. Amber and dark bottles block more light. The pump head and collar can be white, black, gold, or silver, and the pump can be smooth or ribbed. Airless lotion pump bottles are also available, and they use a piston instead of a dip tube. They suit thick lotions and creams and let the customer use almost all of the product.

Pumps and fit

A lotion pump has a pump head, a collar, and a dip tube. Each press gives a set amount of product. Some pumps have a lock that stops the pump from moving in shipping. Neck sizes such as 24/410 and 28/410 are common, and the pump must match. Thicker lotions need a pump built for thick products, and thinner massage lotion and oils work with a standard pump, so tell us your product and we suggest the best match. Test your formula in the bottle before a large order, since thick or sticky products can behave differently. We confirm the match on the proof.

Printing, coating, and finishes

Custom lotion pump bottles can carry a logo in several ways. Screen printing puts one or two colors straight on the bottle and lasts well. Hot stamp foil in gold or silver gives a sharp metallic mark. A pressure sensitive label gives full color and room for text, and a matte or colored coating can match your brand. Lotion pump bottles wholesale orders can be printed with the same design on every bottle, or left plain if you prefer to label them yourself.

Labeling notes

If your bottle holds a skincare or personal care product, the label must carry the text that the law requires for your product, such as ingredients, net contents, and warnings. 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 bottle, 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 custom lotion pump bottles

1. Choose your bottle size, material, color, and pump.
2. Send your quantity, starting at 5,000 units.
3. Receive your free dieline and add your artwork, or ask for help.
4. Review and approve the artwork and the pump match.
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 bottle size, material, pump type, printing, finishing, and quantity. The 5,000 unit minimum suits a first launch and a bulk 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 5,000 units
• Eco-friendly materials sourced from certified suppliers