Which bottle material should you choose?
Start with the appearance, handling and delivery experience you want, then assess the proposed component with the final fragrance. A material name alone does not establish compatibility. The bottle grade, closure, seal and product all need to be considered together.
| Material direction | What to explore | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| PET plastic | A lightweight bottle with a clear or coloured presentation. | Exact grade, fragrance compatibility, finish and supplier availability. |
| Recycled PET | A recycled-content version of a plastic bottle direction. | Verified recycled content, appearance, supply and testing with the final product. |
| HDPE plastic | An opaque presentation with a solid colour or natural finish. | The component specification, closure fit and compatibility with the chosen formulation. |
| Glass | A weightier presentation, with clear or coloured options to discuss. | Shipping protection, breakage handling, closure and total delivered cost. |
Choose the way your customer will use it
A pump, screw cap or flip top changes the everyday experience. A pump direction does not imply a particular dose: output, product instructions and closure security need to be agreed for the actual component.
Think through opening, measuring, pouring and storing the bottle. For an online brand, discuss how the closure is secured for shipment and whether additional protection is needed.
Plan the first size and the wider range
The bottle studio lets you explore 50 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml and 1,000 ml concepts. These are design directions, not a promise that every shape and material is available in every size.
A discovery format and a full-size bottle serve different purposes. Before committing to multiple sizes, ask how component minimums, filling, labels and outer packaging change across the range.
Treat the label as part of the specification
A front-label concept helps communicate the name, scent and visual identity. Production artwork has a separate job: fitting the actual bottle and carrying the appropriate information for the product and intended markets.
Agree the print dimensions, label material, finish, application area and final artwork approval. Allow for all necessary product information before ordering labels. The studio preview is not print-ready artwork.
Bring a useful packaging brief
- The bottle shape, material, size and visual finish you would like.
- Closure preference and the intended way customers will dispense the product.
- Brand and scent names, label direction and any existing artwork.
- Number of scents, initial quantity per scent and destination.
- Any samples, special packaging or warehouse requirements to discuss.
Turn the idea into something you can see.
Explore bottle shapes, materials and labels in the free Drella bottle studio, then send your concept with your project brief.
Design your bottleExplore private label options, the production journey or our brand launch guide. You can also compare packaging options and read about costs and minimum orders.