Choosing cosmetic packaging in Sri Lanka usually means answering a long list of questions at once: bottle or jar, glass or plastic, pump or dropper, which size, which colour, and how many to buy. The good news is that you do not have to commit to thousands of units to get started. At Snak Holdings there is no minimum order quantity on standard items, both the products on our website and the wider catalogue in our shop, so you can buy what your first batch needs and reorder as you grow.
This guide brings everything together in one place. It walks through the main packaging types, the materials they are made from, closures, sizes, customization and the checks to make before you order. Each section links to a more detailed guide and to the products we keep in stock, so you can go as deep as you need on the parts that matter for your brand.
Quick answer
- Start with the product: how thick it is and how the customer uses it decide whether you need a dropper bottle, pump bottle, spray, jar, tube or stick.
- Glass or plastic: glass gives a more premium look; plastic is lighter and easier to transport. Many brands use both.
- Match the closure to the neck: pumps, sprayers and caps come in set neck sizes, so record the neck size of every bottle.
- No MOQ on standard items: you can mix and match bottles, closures, colours and finishes from the standard range to create your own look, without a minimum order.
- Always test a sample fill of your real formula before you order a full batch.
Cosmetic packaging types at a glance
Most cosmetic products fit into one of six packaging families. The right one depends on the texture of your product and how the customer gets it out: a few drops, a press of a pump, a spray, a scoop, a squeeze or a twist.
| Packaging type | Best for | Where to start |
|---|---|---|
| Dropper bottles | Serums, facial oils, essential oils, tinctures | Glass Dropper Bottles |
| Pump bottles | Lotions, shampoos, liquid soaps, gels | Glass Lotion Bottles, Plastic Cosmetic Bottles |
| Spray bottles | Face and hair mists, toners, body sprays | Deodorant Bottles, Acrylic Bottles |
| Jars | Creams, balms, masks, scrubs | Cosmetic Jars |
| Tubes | Face wash, gels, cleansers, lip balm, mascara | Cosmetic Tubes |
| Sticks | Deodorants and other solid sticks | Deodorant Stick Containers |
You can browse every category from the Cosmetic Packaging page. The sections below explain how to choose within each family.
1. Start with your product
The product inside should drive every packaging decision. Before you look at bottles, answer three questions for each item in your range.
How thick is it?
Thin liquids such as serums, toners and oils flow easily, so they suit droppers, sprayers or narrow-necked bottles. Lotions and gels need a pump or a squeeze tube. Rich creams, balms and scrubs are easier to use from a wide-mouthed jar. Solid products such as deodorant sticks need a twist-up container.
How does the customer apply it?
Think about the moment of use. A face serum is applied a few drops at a time, so a pipette dropper works well. A body lotion is used generously, so a lotion pump makes sense. A face mist needs a fine spray. A clay mask is scooped out with fingers or a spatula, which is why it goes in a jar.
Is it sensitive to light or air?
Many active ingredients and plant oils break down faster in light. A tinted bottle such as amber glass reduces the light that reaches the product, and a pump or dropper limits how often the product is exposed to air and fingers. If your formula is sensitive, choose packaging that protects it and test it over several weeks before launch.
2. Choose the material
Material affects how your product looks, how much it weighs, how it travels and how it feels in the hand. Here is how the main options in the Snak Holdings range compare.
| Material | Look and feel | Things to consider | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glass | Premium, weighty, clear or tinted | Heavier to send and needs careful packing for delivery | Dropper bottles, Glass Lotion Bottles, Glass Cosmetic Jars |
| Plastic (PET, PP) | Practical, wide choice of colours | Lightweight and easier to transport; choose a finish that suits your price point | Plastic Cosmetic Bottles, Plastic Cosmetic Jars, tubes |
| Acrylic | Glossy, glass-like appearance | Useful when you want a premium look in a lighter container | Acrylic Bottles, Acrylic Jars |
| Aluminium | Metallic, modern, glossy or matte | Suits balms, waxes and solid products | Aluminum Jars |
Some styles come in more than one material. Amber Cosmetic Bottles, Box Bottles and Oil Bottles are available in glass or PET, so you can keep one look across a range and pick the material that suits each product. For a full side-by-side comparison, read Glass vs Plastic Cosmetic Bottles: Which Should You Choose?
3. Cosmetic bottles
Bottles cover the widest range of products, from 30ml serums to 1L shampoo refills. The main decisions are capacity, material, colour and the closure that goes on top.
- Everyday care: Plastic Cosmetic Bottles run from 40ml to 1L in amber, black, clear or white, with a flip top, screw cap or pump.
- Premium lotions: Glass Lotion Bottles come in 100ml and 200ml clear glass with a 28mm neck and a pump.
- Light-sensitive products: Amber Cosmetic Bottles in 30ml, 150ml and 200ml, in glass or PET, with a screw cap or pump.
- A glass-like look in a lighter bottle: Acrylic Bottles in 50ml and 100ml, clear or gold, with a screw cap, pump or spray.
- Hair and body oils: 100ml Oil Bottles in glass or PET with 18mm or 20mm necks, and 100ml Maraska Bottles in black or silver glass.
- A distinctive shape: square Box Bottles in 30ml and 50ml.
- Sprays, salts and nail products: 30ml and 50ml Deodorant Bottles with a spray, 100ml glass Salt Bottles for bath salts, and 10ml glass Nail Polish Bottles.
See the full Cosmetic Bottles category for every option.
4. Dropper bottles for serums and oils
Dropper bottles are the standard choice for face serums, facial oils, essential oils and tinctures. There are two main closures. A pipette dropper has a squeezable bulb and a glass pipette that draws up a measured amount. A Euro dropper has a plastic insert in the neck and a screw cap, and releases the liquid drop by drop when the bottle is tipped.
Glass colour does two jobs: it protects the formula and signals what kind of brand you are. Amber is the usual choice for light-sensitive products. Clear glass shows off the colour of the product. Frosted, matte black and gold finishes give a more premium or decorative look, and blue or green bottles help customers tell variants apart.
- Pipette droppers: Amber (5ml to 100ml), Frosted (10ml to 100ml), Transparent (30ml, 50ml, 100ml), Short and Oval (30ml), and Colour (30ml and 50ml, blue or green).
- Euro droppers: Amber Euro (5ml to 100ml), Frosted Euro (10ml to 100ml), Matte Black Euro, Gold Euro and Dropper Bottles with Euro Ring.
- Mists: Spray Dropper Bottles in black glass with a frosted, glossy or matte finish.
Our full guide, How to Choose the Right Dropper Bottle for Serums and Skincare, covers dropper type, glass colour, size and shape in detail.
5. Cosmetic jars for creams and balms
Jars suit thick products that customers scoop out: face and body creams, balms, masks, scrubs and butters. The main choices are material, size and finish.
- Glass: Glass Cosmetic Jars from 5g to 300g in amber, black or clear, with a frosted, glossy or matte finish, and the 20g Saffron Gold Glass Jar in clear glass with gold detailing.
- Plastic: Plastic Cosmetic Jars from 15g to 250g in seven colours, frosted or glossy, and 5ml Plastic Chinese Jars for samples.
- Acrylic: Acrylic Jars in 30g and 50g, gold, silver or white.
- Aluminium: Aluminum Jars from 10g to 150g in black, gold, silver or white, glossy or matte.
For help matching jar materials to creams, balms and scrubs, read A Guide to Cosmetic Jars for Creams and Skincare, or browse the Cosmetic Jars category.
6. Cosmetic tubes and sticks
Squeeze tubes are practical for gels, cleansers and creams because the customer only touches what they use. Smaller tubes cover lip and eye products.
- Cleansers and gels: Face Wash Tubes in 30ml, 50ml, 100ml, 120ml and 150ml, and 100ml Snak Tubes in black or clear, both with a flip top.
- Aloe and soothing gels: the 300ml Aloe Vera Tube with a flip top.
- Lip and eye products: 5g Lip Balm Tubes in five colours and 10ml Mascara & Lip Gloss Tubes in black or gold.
- Sticks: white plastic Deodorant Stick Containers with a twist-up mechanism.
Our guide to types of cosmetic tubes and what each is for explains which tube suits which product. You can also browse the Cosmetic Tubes category.
Not sure which family your product belongs to? Send us a message on WhatsApp with a short description of your product and we will suggest options that are in stock.
7. Pumps, sprayers and caps
The closure is the part the customer touches every day, so it shapes how your product feels to use. Match it to how thick the product is and how much is used each time. The Snak Holdings closure range includes lotion pumps, treatment pumps, mist sprayers and other closures.
| Closure | Suits | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Lotion or cream pump | Lotions, creams, gels, shampoos, liquid soaps | Lotion Pumps: white, 20mm, 24mm and 28mm necks |
| Treatment pump | Serums and lighter creams applied in small amounts | Ask on WhatsApp for current options |
| Spray pump or mist sprayer | Face mists, toners, hair and body sprays | Spray Pumps: 20mm neck |
| Flip top cap | Oils, shampoos and gels that are poured or squeezed | Plastic Flip Top Caps: 18mm, 20mm and 24mm; five colours |
| Press-on cap | A neat finishing cap for compatible bottles | Press-On Caps: 20mm and 24mm; gold, silver or white |
| Dropper | Serums and oils used a few drops at a time | Glass Dropper Bottles |
The neck size of the bottle and the closure must match. For example, Glass Lotion Bottles have a 28mm neck and Oil Bottles come with 18mm or 20mm necks. When you order, tell us which bottle you are using and we will confirm the closure that fits. Browse every closure in Pumps & Caps.
8. Pick the right sizes
Size affects your selling price, how long the product lasts the customer and how fresh it stays once opened. Work out sizes from your target price and the quantity you want to offer, and keep the number of sizes small at first. A common pattern is one retail size per product plus a small sample or travel size.
| Size | Typical use | Example packaging |
|---|---|---|
| 5ml – 15ml / 5g – 15g | Samples, testers, lip and eye products, essential oils | 5ml Plastic Chinese Jars, Lip Balm Tubes, 10ml Nail Polish Bottles, small dropper bottles |
| 20ml – 50ml / 20g – 50g | Serums, face creams, premium treatments | 30ml dropper bottles, Box Bottles, Acrylic Jars, Glass Cosmetic Jars |
| 100ml – 200ml | Lotions, oils, face wash, toners | Glass Lotion Bottles, Oil Bottles, Face Wash Tubes, Amber Cosmetic Bottles |
| 250ml – 1L | Body care, haircare, family and value sizes | Plastic Cosmetic Bottles (300ml, 500ml, 1L), Aloe Vera Tube (300ml), Plastic Cosmetic Jars (250g) |
| Bulk | Larger quantities of gel | Gel Bags in 1L, 1.5L and 5L |
9. Customize standard items without a minimum order
You do not need custom moulds or a large order to have packaging that looks like your brand. Because the Snak Holdings catalogue is large, you can mix and match bottles, closures (droppers, pumps, sprayers and caps), colours and finishes from the standard range to create your own look, with no minimum order quantity on standard items.
- Colour: pick one colour family for the whole range, such as amber glass, or black plastic bottles with matching jars.
- Finish: frosted, glossy or matte changes the feel completely. Glass Cosmetic Jars come in all three.
- Closure colour: a gold or silver cap on a plain bottle looks more premium. Press-On Caps come in gold, silver and white, and Flip Top Caps in five colours.
- Shape: a Box Bottle, Maraska Bottle, Oval or Short dropper looks different from the usual round bottle without any custom tooling.
Logo printing and fully custom OEM packaging are also available on request. Printing your logo directly on the bottle gives a professional look and can remove the need for a separate sticker. As a guide, we recommend fully custom OEM packaging from about 500 pieces, because customization costs are high, and it usually takes around two weeks depending on the customization. These are estimates, so share your idea with us and we will confirm what is possible for your product.
10. Perfume and pharmaceutical packaging
Snak Holdings also supplies fragrance and pharmaceutical packaging. If your range includes perfumes, attars or car fragrances, the Perfume Packaging category includes perfume bottles in several styles, Attar Bottles and Car Perfume Bottles. Our guide to choosing perfume and attar bottles for your fragrance brand explains the options. For supplements and tablets, see Tablet Bottles in Pharmaceutical Packaging.
11. Sustainability
Sustainability is part of how Snak Holdings works. The company prioritises eco-friendly materials, offers recyclable and biodegradable packaging options, offers airless containers for longer shelf life and less waste, and is working to reduce manufacturing emissions. If sustainability matters to your brand, tell us what you are looking for and we will point you to the options that fit your product.
A practical first step is to choose packaging that suits your formula and the amount customers actually use. A well-sized bottle with the right closure wastes less product and less packaging than one that is too large or leaks.
Checks to make before you order
A few simple checks with sample containers can save you from an expensive mistake with a full batch. Go through this list for every product in your range.
- Capacity: the container holds the amount you plan to sell, with a little headspace.
- Material: glass, plastic, acrylic or aluminium, chosen for your product, price and delivery method.
- Neck size and closure: recorded for each bottle, and the pump, sprayer, dropper or cap fits and seals properly.
- Product compatibility: fill a sample with your real formula and leave it for several weeks, checking for leaks or changes in colour, smell or texture.
- Dispensing: the pump, spray or dropper delivers the right amount without clogging or dripping.
- Labelling: a printed mock-up of your label fits the flat area, and the label content meets the current requirements for where you sell. Check these with the relevant authority.
- Branding: colours, finishes and any logo printing have been agreed.
- Reorders: the same bottle, closure and finish will be available when you reorder, so your product looks the same batch after batch.
- Final cost: container, closure, printing and delivery added together per unit.
Where to buy cosmetic packaging in Sri Lanka
Snak Holdings manufactures and supplies cosmetic packaging in Sri Lanka and sells both retail and wholesale, with wholesale pricing available. There is no minimum order quantity on standard items, whether you buy from the website or from the wider catalogue in our shop, and all listed products are in stock.
You can visit the shop at 24, Madampitiya Road, Colombo 01500, Sri Lanka. It is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5.30pm, and closed on Sunday. The full range in the shop is wider than the website catalogue, so if you do not see the size, colour or closure you need, ask.
Cosmetic packaging at Snak Holdings
Every cosmetic packaging product listed on our website, with its sizes and options:
| Product | Sizes | Options | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic Cosmetic Bottles | 40ml – 1L | Amber, black, clear, white; flip top, screw cap or pump | Lotions, shampoos, everyday care |
| Amber Cosmetic Bottles | 30ml, 150ml, 200ml | Glass or PET; screw cap or pump | Light-sensitive products |
| Glass Lotion Bottles | 100ml, 200ml | Clear glass; 28mm neck; pump | Premium lotions |
| Acrylic Bottles | 50ml, 100ml | Clear or gold; screw cap, pump or spray | Premium-looking creams and mists |
| Oil Bottles | 100ml | Glass or PET; 18mm or 20mm neck | Hair, body and massage oils |
| Box Bottles | 30ml, 50ml | Glass or PET; screw cap | A distinctive square look |
| Maraska Bottles | 100ml | Black or silver glass; screw cap | Oils and botanical extracts |
| Deodorant Bottles | 30ml, 50ml | Glass or plastic; spray | Deodorants and body sprays |
| Salt Bottles | 100ml | Glass; screw cap | Bath salts and powders |
| Nail Polish Bottles | 10ml | Glass | Nail polish |
| Amber Glass Dropper Bottles | 5ml – 100ml | Amber glass; pipette dropper | Light-sensitive serums and oils |
| Frosted Glass Dropper Bottles | 10ml – 100ml | Frosted glass; dropper or applicator stick | Premium skincare |
| Transparent Glass Dropper Bottles | 30ml, 50ml, 100ml | Clear glass; pipette dropper | Colourful oils and serums |
| Short Dropper Bottles | 30ml | Amber or clear; frosted or matte | Compact serums |
| Oval Dropper Bottles | 30ml | Glass; pipette dropper | A distinctive brand look |
| Colour Dropper Bottles | 30ml, 50ml | Blue or green glass | Colour-coded ranges |
| Amber Euro Dropper Bottles | 5ml – 100ml | Amber glass; Euro dropper | Essential oils and extracts |
| Frosted Euro Dropper Bottles | 10ml – 100ml | Frosted glass; Euro dropper | Fragrance and skincare oils |
| Matte Black Euro Dropper Bottles | See product page | Matte black glass; Euro dropper | Men’s grooming and luxury oils |
| Gold Euro Dropper Bottles | See product page | Glossy gold glass; Euro dropper | Gift and fragrance ranges |
| Dropper Bottles with Euro Ring | See product page | Black or white; Euro dropper | Oils and concentrates |
| Spray Dropper Bottles | See product page | Black glass; frosted, glossy or matte; spray or dropper | Facial and hair mists |
| Glass Cosmetic Jars | 5g – 300g | Amber, black, clear; frosted, glossy, matte | Premium creams and balms |
| 20g Saffron Gold Glass Jar | 20g | Clear glass with gold; screw cap | Saffron and small premium products |
| Plastic Cosmetic Jars | 15g – 250g | Seven colours; frosted or glossy | Creams, gels, scrubs, masks |
| Acrylic Jars | 30g, 50g | Gold, silver, white | Face creams with a premium look |
| Aluminum Jars | 10g – 150g | Black, gold, silver, white; glossy or matte | Balms, waxes, solid products |
| 5ml Plastic Chinese Jars | 5ml | Plastic; screw cap | Samples and testers |
| Face Wash Tubes | 30ml – 150ml | Flip top | Cleansers and gels |
| Snak Tubes | 100ml | Black or clear; flip top | Creams, gels, cleansers |
| Aloe Vera Tube | 300ml | Flip top | Aloe vera and soothing gels |
| Lip Balm Tubes | 5g | Black, clear, pink, white, yellow | Lip balms |
| Mascara & Lip Gloss Tubes | 10ml | Black or gold | Mascara and lip gloss |
| Deodorant Stick Containers | See product page | White plastic; twist-up | Deodorant sticks |
| Lotion Pumps | 20mm, 24mm, 28mm | White; lotion or cream pump | Lotions, gels, liquid soaps |
| Spray Pumps | 20mm | Pump or spray | Mists and sprays |
| Plastic Flip Top Caps | 18mm, 20mm, 24mm | Black, clear, green, purple, white | Oils, shampoos, gels |
| Press-On Caps | 20mm, 24mm | Gold, silver, white | Finishing compatible bottles |
| Gel Bags | 1L, 1.5L, 5L | Plastic | Bulk quantities |
Browse by category: Cosmetic Bottles, Glass Dropper Bottles, Cosmetic Jars, Cosmetic Tubes, Pumps & Caps and Bulk Packaging.
More packaging guides
- How to Choose the Right Dropper Bottle for Serums and Skincare
- How to Choose Cosmetic Packaging for a Startup in Sri Lanka
- Types of Cosmetic Tubes and What Each Is For
- Glass vs Plastic Cosmetic Bottles: Which Should You Choose?
- A Guide to Cosmetic Jars for Creams and Skincare
- Choosing Perfume and Attar Bottles for Your Fragrance Brand
Need help choosing cosmetic packaging?
Tell us what your products are, how thick they are and the sizes you have in mind. We’ll suggest bottles, jars, tubes and closures that suit them and let you know what’s in stock.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a minimum order quantity for cosmetic packaging at Snak Holdings?
No. There is no minimum order quantity on standard items, both the products on our website and the wider catalogue in our shop. You can order what your first batch needs and reorder as you grow. Snak Holdings sells retail and wholesale, with wholesale pricing available.
What are the main types of cosmetic packaging?
The main types are dropper bottles for serums and oils, pump bottles for lotions and shampoos, spray bottles for mists, jars for creams and balms, tubes for gels, cleansers and lip products, and stick containers for deodorants. The right one depends on how thick your product is and how the customer applies it.
Should I use glass or plastic cosmetic packaging?
Both work. Glass gives a more premium appearance, while plastic is lightweight and easier to transport, which helps if you deliver across the country. Many brands use glass for their hero product and plastic for everyday items. Some styles, such as Amber Cosmetic Bottles and Box Bottles, come in both glass and PET.
Can I customize cosmetic packaging without a large order?
Yes. You can mix and match bottles, closures, colours and finishes from the standard range to create your own look, with no minimum order quantity on standard items. Logo printing and fully custom OEM packaging are available on request. We recommend fully custom OEM from about 500 pieces because customization costs are high, and it usually takes around two weeks depending on the customization.
How do I know a pump or cap will fit my bottle?
Check the neck size. Closures are made for set neck sizes, such as 18mm, 20mm, 24mm or 28mm, and the bottle and closure must match. When you order, tell us which bottle you are using and we will confirm the closure that fits.
Where can I buy cosmetic packaging in Colombo?
You can order from the Snak Holdings website or visit our shop at 24, Madampitiya Road, Colombo 01500, Sri Lanka. The shop is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5.30pm, and closed on Sunday. You can also message us on WhatsApp before you visit.