Wet BOPP Soft Touch

Wet Soft Touch

Wet BOPP Soft Touch Lamination Film is a premium speciality film designed to create a luxurious velvety finish on printed and packaging materials. Manufactured from bi-axially oriented polypropylene (BOPP), this film delivers a distinctive soft-touch surface that enhances both visual appeal and tactile interaction.

Applied using a wet lamination process with water-based adhesive, it provides strong bonding, excellent durability and a smooth peach-skin texture. Ideal for luxury packaging and high-end print applications, this film combines elegant matt aesthetics with exceptional sensory appeal.

What is Soft Touch Lamination Film?

Soft touch lamination film is a specialist BOPP-based finishing film designed to create a velvet-like tactile surface on printed materials. Unlike standard matt or gloss laminates, soft touch films add a smooth, suede-style texture that enhances the physical interaction between the customer and the product.

The soft touch effect is created during manufacturing through specialist coating and extrusion processes, producing a luxurious matt finish that is widely used in premium packaging and branding applications.

Key Features

• Soft touch matt finish – Creates a luxurious velvet-style tactile surface
• Exclusive peach-skin effect – Enhances touch and sensory interaction
• BOPP construction – Strong, flexible and moisture resistant
• Excellent durability – Resistant to water, oil and abrasion
• Outstanding surface adhesion – Suitable for coatings, inks, UV and hot foils
• Wet lamination compatible – Designed for adhesive-based systems
• Printable surface – Supports high-quality print finishing

Benefits of Soft Touch Lamination

Soft touch lamination combines premium tactile experience with practical protection:

• Luxury tactile feel – Creates a velvety surface that encourages touch and engagement
• Premium brand perception – Enhances the appearance and feel of luxury packaging
• Improved shelf impact – Helps products stand out through subtle tactile sophistication
• Enhanced durability – Protects against scratches, fingerprints and handling wear
• Elegant matt appearance – Reduces glare while maintaining depth and richness

Soft touch films are widely used in premium print and packaging because they combine decoration, protection and sensory branding in one finish.

Applications

Wet BOPP Soft Touch Lamination Film is widely used in:

• Luxury and retail packaging
• Cosmetics and fragrance cartons
• Premium brochures and catalogues
• Book covers and presentation materials
• Shopping bags and branded print
• High-end labels and promotional packaging

It is particularly suited to applications where premium tactile experience and luxury presentation are essential.

Wet vs Thermal Soft Touch Lamination

• Wet lamination uses a liquid adhesive applied during processing
• Thermal lamination uses heat-activated adhesive

Wet lamination is typically preferred for high-volume production and applications requiring strong adhesion and flexibility.

Why Choose Soft Touch Lamination?

Soft touch lamination is widely used because it:

• Creates a memorable tactile experience
• Enhances perceived product quality
• Supports luxury brand positioning
• Improves shelf differentiation
• Combines decoration with durable protection

These qualities make soft touch films highly effective for luxury packaging and premium branding applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is soft touch lamination film used for?
It is used to create a luxurious velvet-style finish on packaging and printed materials, enhancing both appearance and tactile feel.

What does soft touch lamination feel like?
It has a smooth peach-skin or velvet-like texture designed to create a premium sensory experience.

Is soft touch lamination durable?
Yes, soft touch films provide excellent resistance to scratches, moisture and handling wear.

Where is soft touch lamination commonly used?
It is widely used in luxury packaging, cosmetics, premium brochures, shopping bags and high-end printed materials.

Can soft touch lamination be used with foiling and UV?
Yes, it is highly compatible with foil stamping, spot UV and speciality finishing processes.