Description
Custom cosmetic labels & stickers, printed on waterproof vinyl
Waterproof custom cosmetic labels printed in the UK on 70-micron self-adhesive vinyl, supplied on easy-peel sheets in clear, white or metallic finishes. Full-colour print, any size or shape, from a single label upwards.
Made for the beauty trade, our printed cosmetic labels are cut from a proper self-adhesive PVC vinyl rather than paper, so they resist the water, oil and daily handling that come with balms, oils, moisturisers, lotions, soaps and hand creams. The permanent acrylic adhesive grips nearly all cosmetic containers, from glass dropper bottles to plastic jars and tubes.
Pick the look that suits your brand: crisp white vinyl for bold colour, clear vinyl for a no-label glass effect, or a metallic finish for something more premium. Everything prints in full colour, and clear stock can carry a white under-base ink so your artwork stays vivid rather than see-through.
There’s no minimum order, so you can start a single test batch or run several thousand. Labels are digitally kiss-cut to your exact size and shape and delivered on easy-peel sheets, ready for your next batch of products. Design online or upload print-ready artwork, and order a free sample first if you want to check the material against your packaging.
Water & oil resistant
Printed on durable vinyl that shrugs off water, oils and creams, so labels on bottles, jars and tubes stay put and stay readable.
Clear, white or metallic
Choose white vinyl for bold colour, clear for a no-label glass look, or a metallic finish for a premium beauty product.
Strong permanent adhesive
A permanent acrylic adhesive that sticks to nearly all cosmetic containers, including glass, PET and HDPE plastics.
Any size or shape
Rectangle, circle, oval or a custom die-cut - digitally kiss-cut to fit your container, supplied on easy-peel sheets.
What has to be on a UK cosmetic label, how to write the INCI ingredients list, the PAO and best-before symbols, and which material suits which container.
How to order online
- 1
Choose your options
Pick your size, shape, material, finish and quantity - the price updates instantly. - 2
Add your artwork
Upload a print-ready file or design it online in a few clicks. - 3
Approve & add to basket
Check your live proof and order in a couple of clicks.
Popular uses for cosmetic labels
- Cream and moisturiser jars
- Serum and oil dropper bottles
- Lip balm and salve tins
- Handmade soap and bath bars
- Lotion, shampoo and conditioner bottles
- Foundation and makeup packaging
- Candle and skincare gift sets
- Small-batch beauty product branding
Our print guarantee
We print exactly what you approve, matched as closely as we can to your on-screen proof - with a natural tolerance for colour and material differences.
What we guarantee
- Colour reproduced as closely as possible to your approved proof
- Sharp, high-quality printing and clean, accurate cutting
- Any printing, cutting or material fault is on us - we’ll put it right or reprint free
What’s down to you
- Spelling, wording and layout in your artwork
- Setting up white ink and clear areas correctly for your design
- We can’t improve low-quality graphics - upload poor resolution and it will print at poor resolution
- We print your design exactly as approved, so please check your proof carefully
By approving your proof you accept the following. Colour is reproduced as accurately as possible but cannot be guaranteed to match your screen, a printed sample or a previous order exactly. Differences between rich (full-colour) black and single black, colours sitting near the edge of the CMYK gamut, fine tints and slight variation between materials, finishes and print batches are a normal part of the printing process and may not be visible on your on-screen proof. These are considered within standard commercial print tolerance and are not classed as a fault. Where any question of print quality arises, StickyThings is the final arbiter of whether a job has printed correctly.
Frequently asked questions
Are cosmetic labels waterproof and oil resistant?
Yes. Printed on vinyl rather than paper, they resist water, mineral oils, fats and mild soaps, so they hold up to creams, lotions and bathroom use without peeling or smudging under normal handling.
Should I choose clear, white or metallic labels?
White vinyl gives the brightest, most opaque colour; clear vinyl creates a no-label glass effect and can be printed with a white under-base so your design stays solid; metallic adds a premium shine. If you are unsure, order a free sample to test against your container first.
Will the labels stick to my bottles and jars?
The permanent acrylic adhesive bonds to nearly all cosmetic containers, including glass, PET and HDPE plastics used across the beauty industry. It is not designed for repositioning, so line labels up carefully as you apply them.
Will the print survive alcohol or acetone in my products?
Standard print resists oils, fats and mild soaps, but strong solvents such as acetone and high-alcohol formulas can spoil the ink. If your product or nearby products contain these, choose our laminated labels for extra protection.
Can I order custom shapes and sizes with no minimum?
Yes. Enter any width and height, or supply a vector cutter guide for a bespoke die-cut, and we digitally kiss-cut to match. There is no minimum order - start with a single label or run several thousand.
How quickly will I get my cosmetic labels?
Once you approve your PDF proof we get straight to print, with orders sent via DPD. For our current production and delivery times, please see our turnaround and delivery page.
Can you print the PAO symbol, egg-timer and warning icons?
Yes. The open-jar period-after-opening symbol, the egg-timer best-before symbol and standard warning icons are in the label designer’s icon library, so you can place them at the correct size in your artwork.
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