The 50 ml amber apothecary bottle is one of the most popular cosmetic container sizes — large enough to hold a meaningful quantity, yet appropriate for a use cycle of a few weeks to a few months. This bottle is designed for small-business makers who wish to work with their own cap system, or who wish to choose the cap type flexibly.
What you receive
One amber glass bottle with a nominal 50 ml fill capacity, supplied without a cap. The price is for one bottle; for larger quantities, simply enter the number you need in the basket. The bottle is approximately 100 mm tall and 42 mm in diameter. The neck has a standard finish, making it compatible with the majority of aluminium caps, pipette droppers, childproof closures, spray heads, and pump heads available on the market.
Amber glass and UV protection
Amber-coloured glass effectively filters the shorter wavelengths of visible light and the ultraviolet range — precisely the wavelengths that trigger the oxidation of volatile compounds. The 50 ml format particularly suits body oils, massage bases, and facial skincare serums that are consumed within a few weeks — during which the UV protection helps preserve the active content.
Vintage apothecary form
The bottle's silhouette evokes the aesthetics of old pharmacy and apothecary glass: an understated, timeless look for self-labelled, natural-inspired products. The standard neck allows flexible closure choice — you decide what cap, pipette, spray head, or pump head you offer the finished product with. This is particularly practical if you wish to fill several products into the same bottle form.
Areas of use
- Bottling of your own body oils and massage oils
- Storage of natural toner bases, hydrosols, and floral waters
- Bottling of perfume concentrates and scent bases
- Storage of botanical serums and hair oil recipes
- The popular 50 ml step in self-branded cosmetic ranges
Cleaning and reuse
Before filling, wash each bottle with warm water and mild soap, then rinse with alcohol to neutralise residual aromatic substances, and allow to dry completely. Avoid the dishwasher, as high temperatures can damage labelling. Once empty, the amber glass can be reused or placed in municipal glass recycling.