As people are becoming more and more interested in home beauty, press on nails are becoming more and more popular by its convenient and economical. Especially in the era of short videos, more and more beauty bloggers are showing various creative designs of wearable nails on social media, making press on nail more widely known and popular. According to Google Trend data, since 2017, the global search volume for the hot search term press on nail has risen from index 5 to index 96, increasing exponentially.
Interest by region includes Trinidad & Tobago, Jamaica, United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, South Africa, Nigeria, United Kingdom, etc.
The market capacity of press on nails is increasing, and the market competition is also increasing. With the growth of the nail industry and the rising demand, more and more brands and products are pouring into the market. Brands and merchants should not only work hard on product innovation and brand building, but also make continuous efforts in marketing. Designing an attractive packaging for stick on nails products will undoubtedly help them stand out in the fierce market competition.
As the most natural and environmentally friendly packaging method at present, paper packaging is the first choice for press on nail boxes.
To properly place the Artificial press on nails in the paper packaging box, it needs a suitable insert tray to hold and display. There are two classic insert trays that can perfectly suit for it:
Two Typical Insert Designs for Press on Nail Boxes
1. Paper card tray + clear nano adhesive tape
Nano adhesive tape uses nanotechnology and has high adhesion and reusability, making it very suitable for fixing press on nails.
a. Its strong adhesiveness enables it to firmly fix the fake nails, preventing it from moving or falling off in the packaging. It ensuring the nails product remains intact during transportation.
b. It can be pasted and peeled off by multiple times, no residual glue will be left when consumer remove the nails from the nano glue. By nano glue strips, consumers can easily remove or re-fix the press on nail multiple times.
c. The nano glue strip is made of environmentally friendly materials, non-toxic and harmless. It’s suitable for products that directly touch the skin such as press on nails.
d. When fix the artificial press on nails on the nano glue strip, the nano glue strip is transparent and perfectly hidden under the nail piece. Therefore, it can perfect display various exquisite nail pieces.
These features make the “paper card tray + nano-adhesive strip insert tray” an ideal choice for the press on nail packaging boxes.
2. PET Blister tray
Blister trays are highly moldable, it can be easily made to custom shaped holder to fit for each product. It can securely hold and protect press-on nails inside the box, preventing damage from squeezing or impact.
When use a top and bottom blister tray, it can provide sealed environment, protecting the nails from dust and other contaminants. Blister inserts are often used in die-cut paper card boxes, where their sturdiness complements the lightweight yet flexible nature of the thin card paper box.
You can choose clear lid and base PET blister tray; or white base with clear lid PET blister tray.
8 Classic Press On Nails Box Design That Boost Retail Sales
Below we introduce 8 popular eco-friendly press on nail paper packaging:
1. Artificial Nail Paper Display Card
The paper display card for nail tips clearly showcases the design, colors, textures, and overall style of the press on nails, allowing consumers to visually understand their appearance and attracting them to make purchase.
We always use thick paper card to make the nail display card. If the client’s design content has color pictures, we will colorfully print the design on 350gsm C1S, with matt lamination, and then glue two sheets C1S paper card together to one thick paperboard. And then diecut to custom display card shape.
If the client’s design content is simple vector lines and text, then we will choose beautiful thick specialty paper card and do hot-stamp client’s custom design on the card surface.
When it needs to hang the nails display cardboard for display, we can punch corns on the top for this purpose. Occasionally, we can even add a string or pearl chain, making it easy to hang them on POP box.
2. Diecut Paper Card Nail Box
Paper card nail box is the most economical and environmentally friendly paper packaging box type. We usually use custom full color printed 350gsm C1S to make the paper card diecut box. Paper card box has features of lightweight, simple structure, and paper materials saving. With the help of our high-speed automatic die-cut machine and automatic box gluing machine, we can quickly produce high-quality nail art paper die cut boxes. The production lead time can be shortened to 7~10 days.
Through various surface treatments, we can make the paper card box packaging delicated. For example, we can do spot UV varnish + embossing brand logo (embossing effect on thick card paper is much more effective than on gift box thin case paper); hot laser silver foil stamping sales slogan, glittering on nail tip pictures to show exquisite nail tip products, etc.
Since the card paper diecut box is softer than rigid paperboard box, we usually use PET Blister tray insert to hold the nails products put inside. The blister tray has solid shape and certain strength, which can enhance the overall strength of the paper diecut box. It makes the entire paper card box packaging less likely to deform and better protecting the press on nails inside.
To allow consumers to see the beautiful nail tips inside the packaging box without opening it, we can add a custom-shaped transparent window on the paper card box. The cost of adding a custom-shaped transparent window on diecut paper card box is very low (usually only USD 0.07/pc)-just auto machine diecutting and gluing PET film, and it has little to no impact on production lead time.
3. Paper Card Hang Tab Boxes
In order to facilitate display on shop racks, we can design and produce nail paper card hang tab boxes which with built-in hooks. This type paper boxes allowing the press on nail product to hang on shop peg or hook for easy access and visibility.
Since the nail products are usually very lightweight, usually there’s no need for additional plastic hangers, but the built-in paper hang tab is sufficient. This keeps the packaging cost very affordable while still being practical. The paper hang tab nail boxes can be produced in large quantities quickly and are easy to pack. It makes the packing process efficient and cost-effective for press on nail factories as well.
4. Base And Lid Boxes for Press-on nails
The paper lid and base box consists of a lid box and a bottom box. We do custom print client’s own colorful design on 157gsm art paper case, and wrap on 1000g greyboard to make the box. This type 2 piece rigid box is made from eco-friendly paper materials, has features environmentally friendly, lightweight, and easy for consumers to carry.
On the box case, we can apply various decorative surface finishes. For example, we can do emboss + golden or silver foil stamping custom brand logo; apply Spot UV varnish on beautiful nail photos; or do glittering effects on the edges circle of the box. With exquisite pattern designs, fine printing, and rich surface treatments, the press on nail lid base box will look very attractive and high-end.
We can custom make the lid and base gift box size based on the number of nails per box as required by client’s design.
Usually we put paper card tray with clear nano tape bar on top into the lid and base nail box. It has a very good display effect when place press on nails on the nano adhensive tape bar inside the box. The lid & base box offers excellent protection, keeping the artificial nails safe from deformation during shipping, or damage from scratches.
The lid base box for nails offers high-end look but at good price. We can do mass production the press on nail box with a lid by auto production line, win high production efficiency and good price. For example, our factory’s gift box production line can produce 3000pcs~4000pcs 2 piece boxes per hour.
High production efficiency also shortens the production lead time for the boxes. For an order of 50000 lid-and-base boxes, we can get ready within 12 days.
5. Paper Drawer Press On Nail Packaging Box
Paper drawer box also called paper match box or paper sleeve box. The paper drawer nail box consists of an outer sleeve and a bottom box. Usually we will add a pull ribbon to the inside bottom box to make it easier for consumers to pull open the box.
We use 1100gsm greyboard to produce the drawer boxes. Paper drawer boxes have strong structure that can securely protects the press on nails inside. Usually, we put inside a die-cut paper card tray with one or more nano adhesive strips to hold the press on nails. When consumers pull open the drawer box, they are greeted with neatly arranged, beautiful nail art. This offering an excellent unboxing experience.
To make the product more attractive to consumers, we can also make windowed paper drawer box for press on nails. We can use custom colorful printed 350gsm C1S paper card, die-cut to shape, and then glue a PET sheet onto window, to make the outer box sleeve with clear window. Alternatively, a more premium option would be to use custom printed 400gsm thick C1S paper card with, do slotting fold line, and make to sharp corner sleeve with clear window. By the inner bottom box, we always use 1100gsm greyboard wrapped with printed case paper, ensuring the box’s structure remains sturdy. This way, the paper drawer nail box combines the aesthetic appeal of a window box with the strength of a rigid paperboard box, all while being affordably priced.
6. Magnetic Closure Boxes for Press On Nails
The flip top box consists of an outer flip lid and an inner base. We usually choose 157gsm art paper as box case, on which can print client’s custom colorful printing design. Or use specialty textured paper for a more luxurious feel. We can decorate the box more premium by various surface finishing techniques such as UV coating, gold foil stamping, embossing, glittering .etc.
The magnetic flip top box offers excellent display capabilities for nails. When opened, it reveals neatly arranged press-on nails in one or two rows, while the inside of the flip lid can showcase client’s brand slogan. This box structure ensures both brand logo and nail product are perfectly displayed, making it ideal for high-end nail brands or limited-edition collections to enhance brand value.
In addition, the magnetic closure press on nail box provides convenient user experience. We use strong magnetic materials for the magnet closure, allowing the lid to automatically snap shut when it’s near the base. This makes it easy for nail technicians or home users to open or close the box by just one hand. For example, in busy settings, users can quickly open the box and retrieve the nails by one hand.
To further enhance the display effect and attract attention on crowded retail shelves, we can make PET clear window on the flip box top. The transparent window allows customers to see the beautiful press-on nails inside without opening the box.
Rigid paperboard magnetic closure boxes usually has relatively high production cost compared to other box type options. But with our advanced auto rigid box production line, we can now produce the magnet flip box at very economic cost, especially by big order quantity.
The box always be narrow when only need to hold single row of press on nails. To ensure consumers can open the box smoothly without being affected by paper tension, we can design the magnet close box with a non-glued back panel. This type of flip top box is especially suitable for small and narrow boxes, making it easier for customers to open.
7. Cylinder Press-On Nail Box
The cylinder press-on nail box is a unique packaging solution that uses a paper tube to store press-on nails. With its cylindrical shape and sturdy structure, it offers excellent durability and portability, making it easy for customers to store and carry their nails on the go. Compared with traditional rectangular nail packaging, the cylindrical design stands out with its distinctive appearance, instantly catching the attention of consumers.
To better showcase the beautiful press-on nails inside, we can make clear window on the tube box lid. This allows customers to see the stunning nails directly without opening the box.
The cylinder nail box typically comes with a paper card insert that holds the nails in place with two nano adhesive strips. Due to its round shape, the space utilization is not as efficient as other packaging types, so the cylinder box is often designed to hold a smaller number of nails. For example, a paper cylinder box with outer diameter of 9cm is suitable for storing 5 pairs of press-on nails.
8. Dual Open Press-On Nail Box
The double door press-on nail box is a premium packaging solution designed to elevate the unboxing experience. Its unique double-door design allows customers to open the box with two hands. This creating a dramatic and memorable reveal. This sophisticated packaging style enhances the high-end appeal of press-on nails, making it an excellent choice for gift packaging or luxury nail products.
While the production cost of the double open nail box is relatively higher, it is ideal for high-end markets or retail displays in supermarkets and beauty stores. It can custom print with your unique brand design on the box case and enhanced with a variety of premium surface finishes, such as UV coating, hot foil stamping, or embossing, decorate the packaging box even more luxurious look and feel.
| Comparison of 8 Types of Press On Nail Packaging Boxes | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial nail paper display card | Diecut paper card nail box | Paper card hang tab box | Lid & base nail boxes | Paper drawer press on nail box | Magnetic closure nail boxes | Cylinder press-on nail box | Dual open nail box | |
| Eco-Friendliness & Sustainability | Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly |
| Custom size & custom printing | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Packaging box price | Budget-Friendly | Economical | Economical | Mid-Range | Premium | Premium | Mid-Range | Luxury |
| Custom colorful digital printed sample lead time | 2~3 days | 2~4 days | 2~4 days | 3~4 days | 3~5 days | 3~4 days | 4~5 days | 4~5 days |
| Bulk lead time based on quantity 5k | 7~10 days | 9~12 days | 9~12 days | 12~15 days | 12~15 days | 12~15 days | 15~18 days | 15~18 days |
| Protective for nails | * | **** | **** | ***** | ***** | ***** | ***** | ***** |
We focus on biodegradable custom paper packaging manufacturing and good at nail boxes production. If you do interest in custom paper press on nail box packaging to promote your business, please feel free to contact us. Tell us what’s type gift boxes you do like and we will make high end private label nail packaging for you.
