For custom-logo hair brushes and combs made from plastic, start with pad printing for a single ink colour or hot stamping for a foil finish. On wood and bamboo, compare laser engraving with screen printing. On acetate claw clips, consider colour printing, an engraved or paint-filled mark, or a raised detail such as a metal badge.
Logo application has no separate minimum order quantity at HaircareCN. The minimum follows the product. An existing acetate clip shape with your logo starts at 500 pieces per colour. A new acetate clip shape starts at 1,000 pieces. Confirm the mark on the actual product sample before approving the production run.
Compare logo methods by material and finish
| Method | Where to start | What to check on the sample | Setup fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pad printing | Plastic brush handles and acetate clips with a single-colour mark | Letter edges, ink contrast and whether the full mark sits inside the usable print area. Pad printing is limited to one colour. | One-time plate fee |
| Screen printing | Wood, bamboo and suitable acetate styles | Colour and edge definition on the chosen surface and finish. | One-time setup fee |
| UV or colour printing | Acetate clips with multicolour artwork | Ask which print process fits the artwork. Check the smallest letters and colour boundaries on the sample. | One-time setup fee |
| Hot stamping | A foil mark on a suitable plastic or acetate surface | Check the foil under normal lighting, especially the edges of small letters. | One-time setup fee |
| Metal transfer label | Acetate styles where a metallic mark is part of the design | Check placement, edges and appearance on the finished piece. | One-time setup fee |
| Engraving or laser engraving | Wood, bamboo and acetate styles that suit engraving | Check contrast on the actual wood grain or acetate pattern. Ask about laser engraving for finer lines. | No plate fee for engraving |
| Paint-filled engraving | An engraved acetate mark with a white, gold, silver or coloured fill | The fill is applied by hand. Approve the colour and check that the fill is even at the edges. | No engraving plate fee. Confirm the finish price by project. |
| Raised details | Acetate styles with rhinestones, a metal badge, raised acetate letters or pearl initials | Check placement, feel and how the detail sits against the surface. Confirm the construction and price with the sample. | Quoted by method. Confirm any setup fee. |
Choose the logo method for your product
Plastic brushes and combs
Start with a single-colour pad print if you want a clear mark on a familiar brush shape. If your brand calls for a foil finish, ask for a hot-stamped sample. Send the actual handle colour and finish alongside the artwork. A logo that reads clearly against a white drawing can be difficult to read on a glossy dark handle.
If the silhouette already works, you can specify your own colour, logo and packaging on an existing mould. If the handle shape itself needs to change, see how a new brush design goes from drawing to production.
Wood and bamboo brushes
Compare laser engraving and screen printing on the exact material you plan to order. For engraving, check that the mark stays readable across the grain. For screen printing, review the ink colour against the finished wood tone. If a logo crosses a rounded handle edge, ask to see a placement closer to the centre of the available surface.
Acetate clips and claws
A patterned board can compete with a small logo. On a tortoiseshell clip, look at the proposed position on both light and dark areas of the pattern. An unfilled engraved mark gives a subtle effect. A contrasting fill or printed mark can make the lettering easier to read. If the logo is meant to be part of the decoration, compare raised acetate letters, a metal badge or rhinestones on the actual claw clip shape.
For an existing clip, send the shape reference and board colour with the artwork. If you want a clip cut to your own outline, quote the new shape and the logo method together.
Approve the logo at actual size
In one headband project, a buyer reduced the logo size after checking how it looked when worn, so the mark would sit where the hair was less likely to cover it. The same check applies to claw clips. Look at the closed clip, then put it in the hair and check what remains visible from the side and back.
For a brush or comb, hold the sample as a customer would. A handle mark may be covered by the hand, while a mark on the back of the brush may stay visible in photos. Send the intended placement and approximate size. The workable minimum size and line thickness depend on the method, the material and the available area.
| If you care most about… | Check this before approving |
|---|---|
| Fine lettering | Inspect the thinnest strokes at actual size. Ask whether laser engraving or a simpler version of the artwork suits the surface. |
| A specific brand colour | Provide a colour reference and review the mark on the final background colour. |
| Visibility when worn or held | Test the sample in the hair or in the hand, then check how it looks in a product photo. |
| Consistency across colours | Confirm the logo against each product colour or patterned board you plan to order. |
| Wear during use | Tell us whether the mark will be handled daily, exposed to styling products or regularly wiped. Review the physical sample under the intended conditions. |
Minimum order quantities, fees and sample timing
| Product route | Minimum order quantity |
|---|---|
| Acetate clip or claw, existing shape with your logo | 500 pieces per colour |
| Acetate clip or claw, new shape | 1,000 pieces to start |
| Plastic brush or comb on an existing mould | 1,000 pieces per style, size and colour |
| Plastic brush or comb requiring a new mould | 5,000 pieces per style, size and colour |
| Acetate, wood or bamboo brushes and combs | 1,000 pieces per style, size and colour |
See the minimum order quantity guide for other materials and product types. Simple logo placement is free. Printing, hot stamping and metal transfer labels carry a one-time setup fee. Engraving has no plate fee. Ask for the sample price and any other costs for the chosen finish. Product design and 3D renders are quoted separately.
| Custom sample | Typical timing |
|---|---|
| Wood or bamboo brush or comb | 15–25 days |
| Acetate product | 25–45 days |
| Plastic brush or comb on an existing mould | 20–30 days |
These are planning ranges for the custom sample, including the logo. Confirm the schedule for your style and finish when you request a quote.
What to send and what to approve
- Send the artwork and product details. Include a vector logo file, the product or shape reference, material, finish, placement and quantities by colour. Use the RFQ checklist if you are also quoting packaging or a new shape.
- Confirm the method and layout. Agree on the mark size, location, colour or foil finish and any setup fee before sampling.
- Review the physical sample. Check legibility, placement and finish on the actual product. Review any changes together before a new sample is made. Changes after sampling are treated as a new sample and charged again.
- Approve the production reference. The approved sample is the reference for production and inspection. Logo inspection includes checking individual pieces for print or finish defects and comparing the mark with the agreed appearance. See how we check quality before shipment.
FAQ
Does adding a logo raise the minimum order quantity?
Logo application has no separate minimum order quantity. The minimum follows the product, material and shape. An existing acetate clip shape with your logo starts at 500 pieces per colour, and a new acetate clip shape starts at 1,000 pieces.
Can you engrave a logo on a bamboo brush?
Yes. Engraving and screen printing are options for bamboo and wood brushes. Send the logo and your preferred brush style so we can check the available area and confirm which method suits the design.
Can pad printing reproduce a multicolour logo?
Our pad printing is limited to one colour. For multicolour artwork on acetate, ask us to check whether colour printing or UV printing suits the part and the design.
Can different initials be made in the same acetate clip batch?
Different pearl-letter combinations can be applied by hand within one batch. Different paint-filled laser engravings must be run in separate batches to keep the fill consistent.
What logo file should I send?
Send a vector version of your logo and an image showing the intended placement. Include the preferred mark size, colour reference and product finish so we can check the design at actual size.
How long does a custom-logo sample take?
Typically 15–25 days for wood or bamboo, 25–45 days for acetate and 20–30 days for plastic brushes or combs on existing moulds. Confirm the schedule for your specific style and finish before sampling.
Have a product shape and a logo file? Send both to HaircareCN so we can confirm the method, usable marking area and sample plan.
