In the skincare tools market, ice globe is rapidly becoming a new favorite of consumers due to its unique cooling and skin care effect. Whether it is for home use or professional skincare spas, the demand for ice globe is growing. However, as a retailer or brand owner in the end market, have you ever wondered: “Where are your ice globes manufacturered?”
The source of production is not only a guarantee of product quality, but also the cornerstone of brand trust. Today, we will take you to an in-depth understanding of the production status of the China’s ice globe and uncover the difference between the leading manufacturers and ordinary manufacturers. Whether you want to create a unique ice globe or find a trustworthy supplier, this article will provide you with a clear answer.
Production Status of Ice Globe in China
At present, China’s ice globe production is mainly concentrated in Guangdong, Zhejiang, and Jiangsu provinces, where manufacturing is well developed. These regions provide strong support for ice globe production with mature industrial chains, advanced technical equipment, and abundant labor resources.
Ice globe manufacturers can be divided into two big categories: head manufacturers and ordinary manufacturers. Head manufacturers usually have large-scale production lines, advanced R&D technology, and strict quality control systems, which can meet the needs of high-end markets and brand customers. Ordinary manufacturers, with flexible production models and lower cost advantages, mainly serve the needs of the mid-and-low-end markets. From the technical perspective, domestic ice globe production has been mature, manufacturers can not only produce basic styles of ice globes but also customize them according to customer needs. More and more manufacturers are beginning to focus on the selection of materials and the refinement of processes to ensure the safety and durability of products.
However, the production of ice globes also faces some challenges. For example, the market competition is fierce, and some manufacturers may compromise on materials or processes to reduce costs, resulting in uneven product quality.
In general, the current status of ice globe production presents the characteristics of scale and diversification. There are not only high-quality products created by high-end brands relying on head manufacturers but also cost-effective options provided by ordinary manufacturers. Whatever your needs, you can find the right production solution in China. Next, we will delve into the differences between the top manufacturers and ordinary manufacturers to help you better understand the production of ice globes.
The Head Manufacturer of Ice Globe
The head manufacturer of ice globes is located in Guangdong Province, with a total area of 3,000 square meters, and more than 30 production equipments. It mainly serve the high-end market and well-known brand customers, and the products have a good reputation in the market. They usually take big brand orders and provide after-sales service support.
The factory has various qualification certificates: such as ISO9001 international quality system certification, EU environmental certification, Sedex social responsibility factory inspection, and other large international brand factory inspections. This is something that other peers basically do not have. As far as we know, the factory has cooperated with brands such as SEPHORA, LA MER, ESTEE LAUDER, L’OREAL, etc. We can understand the production status of leading manufacturers from the following aspects:
Production Environment
The leading manufacturers have cosmetics R&D laboratories, clean lighting workshops, dust-free GMP canning workshops, and clean packaging workshops; as shown in the figure below.
Production Status of Ice Globe
In this section, we will introduce in detail the production of ice globes by head manufacturers regarding the composition and surface treatment of ice globes.
Liquid Ingredients:
The head manufacturer claims that in addition to food-grade antifreeze (propylene glycol) and water, about 10% of pure water is added, and the internal liquid meets the cosmetic standards. The liquid formula of most ordinary companies is food-grade antifreeze and water, and there are also natural pigment ingredients. Moreover, many ice globes manufacturers have the products filled with different inner materials, such as glitters, dried flowers, petal gel, gold/silve foils, ice beads, etc.
Logo Printing Methods:
At present, most manufacturers use screen printing method to print logos on the handle of the ice globe, while the leading manufacturers also use hot stamping or hot silver based on the original screen printing. This effect is dazzling, and of course, the cost will double.
Surface Treatments:
There are not many products with surface treatment on the market. Most of the ice globes are sold directly after being blown at high temperatures, which is what we often see on the market. The leading manufacturer has also tried to treat the surface of the globe with various colors, such as shining effect, frosted effect, or iridescent effect. Please contact us for more details if you have such requirements.
Production Process & Quality Control
The head manufacturer has two main inspections during the production process. One is after the product is produced, since the high-temperature blown glass might burst during the natural cooling process, it may only be short and tiny cracks on the surface of the glass. The employees will pick them out one by one. The other is before the bulk packaging, all products will be checked again before being put into the gift box. Such inspections can pick out almost all the defects. Of course, there is also the possibility of missed inspections, but the proportion will not exceed one thousandth.
Supply Chains Support
The head manufacturers have their mature packaging supply chain, and the minimum packaging order quantity is usually 500~1000 units. Since customers have high-quality requirements for styles and quality, the packaging suppliers are relatively better, and the boxes look beautiful and have more to choose from, such as ordinary printed color boxes, book-shaped boxes, top and bottom boxes, display boxes with silk cloth, magnetic switches, etc.
New Products Development
The head manufacturer has invested a lot of R&D in new product development. Many new products are released every year, such as recent moon-shaped, star-shaped, and roller-shaped ice globes.
The Ordinary Manufacturers of Ice Globe
Most ordinary manufacturers are located in Guangdong, Zhejiang, and Jiangsu Province. Most of them were originally glass processing factories. Since the main material of ice globes is glass, these manufacturers are very clear about the production process and production process of ice globes. Since they already have experience in the production and sales of glass products (such as vases, wine glasses, hourglasses, etc.), ice globes are just a branch of their products; due to the popularity of ice globes in recent years, many factories have opened related production lines to engage in the production and sales. Although they cannot compare with the head manufacturers in terms of scale, technology, and influence, they have occupied a place in the market with their low cost, flexibility, and rapid response capabilities, and are also an indispensable part of the market. They mainly serve small and medium-sized brands or start-up customers, who usually have a small demand for products but hope to obtain customized products at a lower cost. Ordinary manufacturers can provide more cost-effective solutions for such customers.
Production Environment
Production is usually carried out in a large workshop, with different staffing arrangements according to production processes and steps. Ordinary manufacturers usually do not have the scale and equipment investment of leading manufacturers, so they have obvious advantages in production costs.
Production Status
For clients’ customized requirements, such as specified colors, inner materials such as glitters, dried flowers, petal gel, gold and silver foil, ice beads, etc., the production can be arranged.
For logo printing, they usually do ordinary screen printing, which can meet the requirements of most customers. As for the surface treatment of the products, they have many years of experience in the production of glass products, so they can also apply it to ice globes.
Quality Control
Most ordinary manufacturers have their quality control system and will conduct basic quality control and improvement.
Supply China Support
The packaging supply chain management of ordinary manufacturers is usually not as complete as that of leading manufacturers. Some manufacturers gradually establish their packaging supply chain system, and try to find suitable suppliers in the market for the packaging types proposed by customers, while some rely on upstream customers to provide.
Our Cooperation
Whether head manufacturers or ordinary manufacturers, we both have good cooperation and also served the customized requirements of many customers. The market demand is multi-level, there are not only international brands that focus on quality, but also middle-end brands that meet the needs of the public. We are responsible for the customers and provide cost-effective products and services.
- In addition to cooperating with head manufacturers, there are at least 10 to 20 ordinary manufacturers on the market. We collect information, check samples and field production, understand the production status and respective advantages of each, then select the right manufacturer and provide the best solution for your specific needs.
- We also participate in all aspects of product production. Our design team has more than ten years of experience and provides services involving many aspects of products and packaging, to help optimize various design solutions and ensure the feasibility, beauty, and market competitiveness of products.
- Our packaging supply chain system has played a huge role in many years of cooperation, including proofing, printing, procurement, and transportation of packaging box and accessories.
- We are well aware that quality is the cornerstone of customer trust, so we always put quality control first. During the production process of each order, we track the entire process and conduct AQL standard inspection following the international quality control system to ensure that every piece of goods shipped meets your requirements.
- Our extensive logistics system provides you with cost-effective logistics service options. Our goal is to save time, reduce costs, ensure safety, and help you seize market opportunities.
If you are looking for a reliable ice globe supplier, we will be your best choice. With a deep knowledge of the market, cooperation with high-quality manufacturers, professional customized services, strict quality control, and full logistics support, we will definitely be able to meet your diverse needs. Contact us now and let us work together to create your ideal ice globes!
New Products Development
Most ordinary manufacturers do not have as strong product R&D capabilities as the leading manufacturers. They usually focus more on producing existing mature products rather than developing new products, e.g. the best-selling star products on the market, or improve on existing products, or make partial changes to the products. In recent years, some factories have attached importance to their own R&D capabilities. Through the analysis of new beauty trends in the market, they adjust product designs or functions and launch new products that meet the trend.
Advantage of Ordinary Manufacturers
Due to the production environment and geographical advantages, the product prices of such ordinary manufacturers are usually lower than those of head manufacturers, and they have certain competitive advantages.
Some manufacturers have strong production flexibility, they usually do not have a high minimum order quantity for customized products and screen printing, and are willing to meet the requirements of customers. This flexibility gives companies room to survive, many manufacturers have exported products to overseas markets in recent years.
Wholesale and Custom Ice Globes
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