I found a way to get the Summer Fridays Birthday Cake balm to Germany when Sephora kept canceling my orders

Why is everyone talking about Summer Fridays?

If you have been scrolling through Japanese social media or following the 'clean girl' aesthetic lately, you have definitely seen the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm. It has become a staple in my daily routine because of that perfect non-sticky shine. While we can get some flavors locally, the US often gets the most exciting drops first. I always keep an eye on us trends to see what new shades are popping up at Sephora before they even hit the radar in Europe.

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The Birthday Cake hype in 2026

The Birthday Cake edition is something special. It is not just about the scent—which is incredible—but the subtle shimmer that sets it apart from the vanilla or cherry versions. In 2026, this specific flavor has gone viral because it captures that nostalgic scent without being overpowering. I noticed it trending heavily on TikTok and Instagram, but I quickly realized it was a US Sephora exclusive. I knew I had to find a way to get it delivered to my door in Berlin.

The struggle of buying US exclusives from Germany

I initially tried to buy the balm directly from the Sephora US website. I set up my account, added three tubes to my cart (one for me, two for my friends), and went to checkout. That is where I hit a wall. Many major US retailers, including Sephora, Nike, and Apple, have a habit of blocking international credit cards. Even if you have a tax-free us address, these stores often flag and cancel orders if the billing address doesn't match a US-issued card. It is incredibly frustrating when you are just trying to buy a lip balm.

My secret weapon: The BuyForMe service

After my third order was canceled, I decided to try a different approach. I discovered the BuyForMe service offered by comGateway. This was the turning point for my shopping experience. Essentially, instead of me struggling with the checkout process, I asked them to buy the items on my behalf.

The problem is that these stores are very strict about "domestic only" transactions. They often decline orders sent to any known freight forwarder address if the payment comes from abroad. By using BuyForMe, comGateway uses a US domestic credit card to make the purchase. This is the safest way to guarantee your order doesn't get cancelled by the store's fraud filters. I simply provided the link to the Birthday Cake balm, and they handled the rest. It saved me so much stress, and I didn't have to worry about my money being tied up in "pending" transactions for a week.

How I handled the logistics to Germany

Once comGateway purchased the balm for me, it arrived at my US suite. Since I wanted to make sure I wasn't buying anything restricted, I made sure to check the prohibited items list first. Luckily, lip balms are perfectly fine for international transit. I love using a package forwarding service because it gives me control over when my items ship.

I waited for a few other items I had ordered from different stores to arrive so I could consolidate them. Consolidating multiple packages into one box is my favorite trick to save on international shipping rates. It is much cheaper than shipping three separate small boxes from the US to Germany.

Shipping costs and German customs

Before I committed to the shipment, I used the shipping calculator to get a rough idea of what the total would be. Living in Germany, we have to be mindful of VAT and potential customs duties. Generally, for items like cosmetics, you should expect to pay the standard 19% VAT upon arrival if the value exceeds a certain threshold.

My package arrived in about five days via DHL. The packaging was secure, and my Summer Fridays Birthday Cake balms were in perfect condition. If you are tired of seeing "This item does not ship to your country," I highly recommend trying this method. It is the only way I have found to reliably shop at difficult US stores without the constant fear of a canceled order. Now, I am ready for the next limited edition drop!