I calculated the cost of shipping Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm to China and it is actually cheaper than buying local

Why I am obsessed with the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm in 2026

I have lost count of how many times I have seen the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm pop up on my social media feeds this year. It seems like every beauty creator in 2026 is still talking about that perfect vanilla scent and the non-sticky shine. I tried to find it at local shops here in China, but I quickly realized that most of the stock is either sold out or marked up to an eye-watering price. We all know the struggle of wanting a viral product but not wanting to pay double the retail price just because of a reseller's premium.

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I did some digging into the price difference for the newer shades and special releases. Read more: Can you really save ¥140 on the Summer Fridays Iced Coffee Lip Balm by skipping local resellers? I found that even with the cost of getting it across the ocean, my wallet was much happier with the US direct-buy option.

The math: US prices vs China resellers

When I looked at the prices in February 2026, the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm was retailing for about $24 USD in the States. In China, local resellers on various platforms were asking for anywhere between 280 RMB to 350 RMB. At current exchange rates, $24 is roughly 173 RMB. Even if I add a bit for shipping, I am still coming out ahead. I also noticed the Birthday Cake flavor is almost impossible to find here without a massive delay. You might also like: Securing the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm Birthday Cake edition from US sources ends the risk of relying on delayed European inventory.

My strategy for buying directly from US stores

I usually shop at Sephora or the official Summer Fridays website to ensure I am getting the real deal. Since these stores do not always offer direct international shipping to China at a reasonable price, I use comGateway. They provide me with a tax-free US address in Oregon, which means I do not have to pay US sales tax on my purchase. This small detail saves me another 7% to 10% right off the bat.

If you have never done this before, I recommend checking out their how it works step-by-step guide. It is a lot simpler than I originally thought. I just enter the US address at checkout, and once my package arrives at the warehouse, I get a notification to ship it to my home in China.

One thing I have learned the hard way: sometimes US stores decline my Chinese credit card. This is a common hurdle for many of us. You might also like: Read more: Using a personal credit card vs the BuyForMe service: Why your Summer Fridays Iced Coffee Lip Balm might never reach China.

Shipping Estimates and Logistics

I know many of you are worried about the cost of international shipping. Since the Lip Butter Balm is quite small, I often wait until I have a few items to ship together to make the international shipping rates more efficient. Here is a breakdown of what to expect for a typical shipment containing a few beauty items:

To get a more precise number for your specific haul, I always use the shipping calculator at comGateway's estimate shipping cost page. It helps me decide if I should add one more item to my cart to maximize my shipping fees.

Importing to China: What I learned

When shipping to China, we have to be mindful of customs regulations. I always make sure my total order value stays within the personal use limits to avoid unnecessary delays. I also check the prohibited items list frequently because shipping rules for liquids and creams can sometimes change. You can find the latest list of restricted goods on the comGateway blog.

If you have specific questions about how your package is handled once it reaches the warehouse, I found their FAQ section very helpful. You can visit the support center for more details on storage times and insurance options.

Final thoughts on my shopping experience

By shopping this way, I managed to get the latest Summer Fridays shades while they were still fresh in the US, and I did it for a fraction of the cost I would have paid a local middleman. We deserve the best beauty products without the unfair markups! For a full list of international shipping rates, you can always check this page before you start your shopping spree. Happy shopping!