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More about shipping to Germany

• Why I became obsessed with Salt & Stone scents
• The myth about US shipping costs to Germany
• My strategy for using a freight forwarder
• Shipping Estimates and Logistics for 2026
• What I learned about import tax in Germany
• How to start your own US shopping haul

Why I became obsessed with Salt & Stone scents

I first noticed Salt & Stone when my favorite boutique in Berlin ran out of the Santal & Vetiver extra-strength formula. If you live in Germany or frequently travel to Switzerland, you know the struggle of finding high-end natural body care that actually holds its fragrance. These scents are sophisticated and lean more toward luxury perfume than your average drug store stick. I realized that while local retailers often have empty shelves, US stores are fully stocked with the latest 2026 collections.

Read more: Grabbing Salt & Stone Santal stock from US shops to skip those German sell-out delays

The myth about US shipping costs to Germany

There is a common assumption that ordering a few sticks of deodorant from America is a financial mistake because of the delivery fees. I used to believe that too. However, when I compared the inflated European prices—if you can even find the stock—to the US retail price, the math started to change. By using an international shipping service, I found that I could group multiple items together to make the journey across the Atlantic surprisingly affordable. I no longer worry about local markups when I can access a tax-free US address for my orders.

Read more: Is your morning routine missing that Santal scent because of the heavy German price tag?

My strategy for using a freight forwarder

When I shop from US-based stores like Sephora or the official Salt & Stone site, I use comGateway as my primary freight forwarder. This allows me to shop US stores that don't normally ship directly to my apartment in Munich. We often think that direct shipping is the only way, but using a specialized parcel forwarding service gives me more control over how my items are packed and when they are sent.

Read more: The required strategy for Salt & Stone US purchases from Germany

Shipping Estimates and Logistics for 2026

To help you plan your own haul, I have put together some estimates based on my recent orders. These figures are essential when you want to estimate shipping cost before hitting the checkout button.

Before you ship, I always recommend checking the shipping rules for restricted goods to ensure your specific formulas are allowed for export.

What I learned about import tax in Germany

One thing I had to get used to was the **import tax** process. In Germany, you generally pay VAT on items coming from outside the EU. However, because I am buying at lower US retail prices, even with the tax, the total cost often stays below what I would pay at a boutique in Switzerland or Berlin. I use the international shipping rates provided by my forwarder to calculate if the deal is worth it. For me, the availability of the Santal scent makes it a win every time.

How to start your own US shopping haul

If you are new to this, the how it works section on the provider's site is a great step-by-step guide. I usually start by checking the international shipping fees to see if I should add a few more items to my box. Consolidating multiple purchases into one shipment is my favorite trick to lower the per-item cost. Whether you choose DHL international shipping or FedEx international shipping, having a reliable partner in the US makes all the difference in getting those luxury scents to your door in 2026.