Forwarding US Cosmetics & Skincare Internationally
Sephora, Ulta, Glossier, Drunk Elephant, Tarte — the US drops new SKUs months before they hit international markets.
Recommended carrier
Aramex for MENA; DHL/FedEx everywhere else (USPS gets flagged for liquid restrictions).
What trips most people up
Liquids, aerosols, and pressurized products have shipping restrictions. Some countries require ingredient/registration certificates.
Three things that actually matter
- Buy direct from Sephora/Ulta for authenticity — counterfeits are rampant on resale platforms
- Avoid bundling perfume with cosmetics (perfume = hazmat handling, raises cost)
- Saudi Arabia and China require ingredient registration — Selectido pre-checks
Customs & duty
EU: 6.5% duty + VAT. UK: similar. Brazil/India: 25–40%. UAE: 5% duty + 5% VAT. Always declare full retail.
Popular cosmetics & beauty brands customers forward
Sephora-exclusive brands, Drunk Elephant, Glossier, Tarte, Charlotte Tilbury, The Ordinary
Frequently asked
Can Selectido forward cosmetics & beauty?
Yes — within applicable carrier and destination-country rules. Restricted items (firearms, hazmat, controlled substances) are blocked at intake.
Will customs hold my package?
Depends on destination + declared value + category. Selectido pre-screens shipments against destination rules to flag likely holds before you pay shipping.
Can I consolidate multiple orders?
Yes. 60 days free storage, repack into one outbound shipment. Saves 30–60% on shipping for most categories.