I saved ₱2,500 on Rhode Peptide Lip Tints by ordering from the US store

February 14, 2026

Why the Rhode Peptide Lip Tint hype is still real in 2026

I have seen the 'Ribbon' and 'Toast' shades all over my feed lately, and the obsession in the Philippines hasn't slowed down since they went viral on social media. Hailey Bieber’s Rhode Peptide Lip Tint is more than just a trend; it is a staple for that glazed skin look. We all know how hard it is to find these shades in stock locally without worrying if the product is a knockoff. I realized that the only way to get the authentic restocks of the new formulas was to go straight to the source: the official US Rhode store.

I saved ₱2,500 on Rhode Peptide Lip Tints by ordering from the US store
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The massive price difference for Filipino buyers

I compared the prices on local marketplaces in Manila to the actual US retail price, and the gap is staggering. Resellers often charge double the price for a single tube of 'Ribbon' or 'Toast'. By the time I added a few tints to my cart and a phone case, the reseller markup was enough to pay for my groceries for a week. I found that buying directly from the US store saved me roughly ₱2,500 compared to local 'ready stock' prices.

Check our guide on this: Read more: Save ₱2,500 on the Rhode Peptide Lip Tint and Case set by purchasing directly from the US in 2026. I discovered that even with shipping costs, the math works out in my favor if I buy more than one item at a time.

Avoiding the counterfeit market

We see so many 'authentic-looking' Rhode tints on Shopee and Lazada that are actually fakes. I don't want to risk putting unverified chemicals on my lips. When I shop US store websites directly, I get the peace of mind that I am receiving the genuine peptide formula that actually works for lip repair.

How I use comGateway to shop the US store

Since Rhode does not ship directly to the Philippines yet, I had to find a reliable freight forwarder. I chose comGateway because they provided me with a tax-free US address in Oregon. This meant I didn't have to pay US sales tax on my purchase, which saved me another few dollars right at the start.

I simply entered my tax-free us address at the Rhode checkout. Once the package arrived at the warehouse, I used their international shipping service to get it sent to my house in Quezon City. It was much faster than I expected for a trans-Pacific delivery.

How I fixed my cancelled orders with BuyForMe

I encountered a common problem when I first tried to buy from big US brands like Sephora and Rhode. Many US stores often block international credit cards or automatically decline orders sent to a known freight forwarder. My initial order was cancelled because my Philippine-issued card didn't match the US billing expectations.

This is where I used the comGateway BuyForMe service. We simply tell them what we want to buy, and they use a US domestic credit card to make the purchase on our behalf. It is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled by strict store filters. I didn't have to worry about my payment being rejected or my account being flagged. They handled the entire transaction, and I just paid them through their secure portal. If you are struggling with a store that hates international cards, this assisted purchase service is the only way to go.

Managing shipping costs and import tax in the Philippines

I always make sure to calculate my total costs before hitting the buy button. I used the shipping calculator to see exactly what I would pay for the weight of four lip tints and a phone case. It helped me decide if I should add more items to my shipment to make the base shipping fee more worth it.

You should also be aware of the ₱10,000 de minimis threshold. I made sure my total order value, including the items and shipping, stayed below that amount to avoid heavy import duties. If you go over 10,000 pesos, the Bureau of Customs will apply customs tax that can significantly eat into your savings.

Check this breakdown: Read more: Does shipping one Rhode Peptide Lip Tint to the Philippines really cost more than buying from a reseller?

My final verdict on buying direct vs resellers

I believe that if you want more than one shade, or if you are buying with a friend, using a parcel forwarding service is the smartest move in 2026. I got the real 'Toast' and 'Ribbon' shades, saved a few thousand pesos, and avoided the headache of potentially buying a fake product.

We can easily forward packages from almost any US retailer using these steps. Just remember to use the BuyForMe service if the store gives you trouble with your local credit card. It makes the whole process of shop us ship international much smoother for those of us living in the Philippines.

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