Quick Answer (for busy buyers)
Here’s the buyer-first summary. If your brand name is on the label, you usually act as the responsible person and must ensure the listing is submitted and kept current.
- For a premium finish on UK skincare, the material and adhesive must work together.
- We recommend clear BOPP or white PP films as the primary facestock.
- These are waterproof, resistant to oils and lotions, and provide an excellent, durable printing surface that prevents ink migration into the product.
- For adhesives, permanent acrylic-based options are standard; they bond strongly to glass, PET, and PP, withstand refrigeration cycles, and do not ooze or leave residue.
- MOQ for custom-printed labels typically starts around 10,000-15,000 units per design, depending on size.
- Sampling lead time for label approval is 10-15 working days after artwork is finalized.
- Critical UK compliance points include correct UKCA or UKNI marking (if applicable), full ingredient listing in English, net quantity (e.g., 30 ml), and manufacturer/importer details.
- We will support you with document review and batch-specific Certificates of Conformance.
- A common failure point is label bubbling or peeling on curved containers like dropper bottles in high humidity.
- Our control is to conduct real-condition adhesion tests on your specific packaging before bulk production.
- We also advise against paper labels for products that will be used in bathrooms, as they degrade quickly.
Buyer outcome
A launch-ready compliance plan: inputs collected, roles assigned, and update cadence defined.
Most common blocker
Missing facility information + inconsistent ingredient/label snapshots across SKUs.
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This page is a practical buyer guide. For definitive requirements and updates, use FDA resources and qualified regulatory counsel.