Lip Balm Tube, plastic, white

A push-up tube for lip balm sticks with a nominal volume of 5 ml. The melted mass is poured directly into the tube; once set, the filling is advanced by turning the ridged wheel at the base, and the snap-on cap protects it between uses. Suitable for balms for personal use as well as small production runs for sale where identical packaging is needed in larger quantities.

The tube is made of polypropylene (PP). It is lightweight, won't break in a bag or pocket, and the white wall shields the contents from light. The packaging is suitable for contact with cosmetic products; the declaration of conformity is available with the product.

What it is used for

• Lip balm sticks – a blend of waxes, butters and oils set in the tube into a stick shape and applied without touching with fingers.
• Solid perfumes – a wax base with a fragrance composition applied directly to the wrist or behind the ears.
• Balms for dry areas of skin – cuticles, elbows or cracked fingertips; the tube stays with you at all times.
• Samples and gift sets – the small volume is ideal for trial packaging or a set of multiple fragrances.

How to fill the tube

Before the first filling, the tube is washed, disinfected with alcohol (ethanol or isopropyl alcohol) and left to dry completely. An anhydrous balm tolerates no trace of water, so the tube must be completely dry before filling.

The wheel at the base is turned so that the piston is all the way down. The melted mass is then poured into the tube, which is left to stand upright until the filling sets. The mass is poured in a single pour. If more is added after partial setting, a visible seam remains on the stick.

Nominal volume is the volume the tube is designed for under normal filling. Total volume to the brim is the physical capacity up to the neck and is larger. The difference provides clearance for the cap and for advancing the stick, so the tube is filled to the nominal volume, not to the brim.

Good to know

• Formula hardness – a stick requires a higher wax content than a balm in a pot. A mixture that is too soft will bend or break when pushed up and smear during application.
• Essential oils and fragrance compounds – these are usually present in balms at a low percentage. For formulations with higher dosages, we recommend checking the packaging's behaviour with the specific formula.
• Reuse – once emptied, the tube can be cleaned and refilled; the push-up mechanism is returned to the bottom position before filling.
• Recycling – the tube is made from a single material, polypropylene, which makes sorting easier once it is empty.

Frequently asked questions