shrink wrap for lip balm?

[berkshire bee]

Speaking of lip balm, do most of you use the shrink wraps on the tubes and if so, is there an easy way of getting the shrink wrap seals on? I seem to spend as much time fighting with these as I do making the lip balm. I like them because they make the tubes tamper-proof which gives the customer peace of mind, and if you get the type where just the cap part comes off, it protects your label. But I do hate struggling with them.

[Chef Isaac]

small piece of tape works well.

[berkshire bee]

If you think about someone having the tube in their purse for a long time, the tape may eventually cause problems and be messy. The shrink wrap conveys "quality product"

[Chef Isaac]

and right now, it means "pain in your butt". :)

[LusciousHoney]

Shrink wraps a PAIN! I use them, but I have yet to figure out a good way to put them on. I find the hardest part is getting the shrink tube open to slide the balm in.
Petra

[berkshire bee]

Chef, You're right, but I'll work on it. If I come up with an easy way, I'll let everyone know.

[Chef Isaac]

if it is tape, i want credit for it :)

[blueskybeesupply]

We have a new poly label for lip balm tubes we developed that has a safety perf'ed tab. The poly label wraps completely around the tube and the tab adheres to the cap--twist to break seal. No need for shrink bands.

These can be custom imprinted by the roll. You provide the artwork. Available immediately.

We will also provide this service for basic sized honey labels beginning 2/1/09.

PM for more info.