A mid-sized company in the cosmetics industry needed premium packaging for a new line of natural skincare products. The brief: small print runs, fast design changes between seasons, and a luxury feel with every unboxing. We delivered 500 boxes in 7 days — 30% cheaper than their previous supplier.
Challenge
The client was launching a new natural cosmetics line with 4 different products. Their previous supplier required a minimum order of 2,000 units per design, which meant large inventory, slow market adaptation, and high costs when changing the visual identity. On top of that, the delivery time was 3–4 weeks — too slow for a cosmetics market where seasonal designs change rapidly.
They were looking for a partner who could handle print runs starting from 100 units, with shorter lead times and quality that matches their premium brand positioning.
Solution
We chose digital printing on 350 gsm chromo cardboard — a technology that makes small print runs economical without expensive plates. We applied a matte lamination for a pleasant tactile feel and added gold foil stamping on the logo for a premium touch. Die-cutting ensured precise box shapes tailored to each product.
The entire process — from file preparation to the finished product — was handled in-house. No external subcontractors, no additional logistics steps. This means shorter lead times and fewer opportunities for errors.
Result
500 boxes in 4 different designs were delivered within 7 working days. Costs were 30% lower than the previous supplier, primarily due to eliminating plate costs and lower minimums. The client now orders reprints of 100 units per design, allowing them to test new visual concepts without the risk of large inventory.
After 6 months of collaboration, the client has ordered 8 different designs — twice as many as in the entire previous year with their former supplier.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product | Cosmetic packaging boxes (4 designs) |
| Material | 350 gsm chromo cardboard |
| Print technique | Digital CMYK + foil stamping (gold) |
| Finishing | Matte lamination + die-cutting |
| Print run | 500 units (min. reprint from 100 units) |
| Lead time | 7 working days |
| Indicative price | From EUR 1.80/unit (at 500 units) |
Client Feedback
We finally have a partner who understands that in cosmetics you can’t order 2,000 boxes of one design and hope sales will follow. With Aero Print, we order 100 units, test the response, and change the design if needed. In six months, this has saved us thousands of euros and a lot of stress.
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Last updated: 04-04-2026