I thought the Merit Matte 2026 collection was a US exclusive until I tried this shipping method to Italy

Why I’m obsessed with the Merit Matte 2026 Collection

I have spent years looking for a matte lipstick that doesn't feel like a layer of dry clay on my lips. When Merit announced their Signature Lip (Matte 2026 Collection), I knew I had to have it. This brand has become a rising star in the prestige beauty market, even gaining massive traction in India recently. The hype around the 2026 formula is real; it is praised for a weightless, blurred finish that feels more like a balm than a traditional matte lipstick. My social media feeds were flooded with swatches, but there was a significant problem: the collection was launched with shipping limited strictly to North America.

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The barrier between US beauty and my vanity in Italy

As someone living in Italy, I often feel left out when these niche US brands launch. I tried to checkout directly on the Merit website, but my Milan address was a no-go. I refuse to pay three times the price to resellers on auction sites. I wanted the authentic experience of buying from a shop US store environment without the geographical limitations. I realized that if I wanted these specific shades for my 2026 spring look, I needed a professional freight forwarder to act as my middleman in the United States.

My step-by-step process to ship to Italy

I decided to use comGateway to bridge the gap. The process was much simpler than I anticipated. I signed up and received a tax-free US address located in Oregon. This is a huge benefit because it meant I didn't have to pay US sales tax on my Merit order before it even left the country. By using this package forwarding service, I could effectively pretend I was a US shopper. Once the package arrived at the warehouse, I was notified immediately. I also checked the prohibited items list just to be safe, though I knew that standard lipsticks are generally safe for transit.

Why I used the BuyForMe service for my order

I encountered a common frustration when I first tried to place my order. Many high-end US retailers, including big names like Sephora, Apple, or even Nike, have systems that block international credit cards. My Italian Visa was declined almost instantly because the billing address didn't match the US shipping address. This is where I discovered the "BuyForMe" (Assisted Purchase) service.

The problem is that many stores are programmed to decline orders sent to known forwarders if the payment method is international. The solution provided by comGateway is brilliant: they bought the Merit Signature Lip collection on my behalf using a US domestic credit card. This is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled by the retailer's fraud prevention filters. I simply provided the product links, and they handled the transaction. It saved me from the headache of seeing another "Order Cancelled" email in my inbox.

My experience with Italian customs and import duties

Shipping cosmetics into Italy requires a bit of knowledge about local regulations. I made sure to read up on import duties before my package crossed the Atlantic. In Italy, we have to account for VAT (IVA) and potential customs fees once the value exceeds certain thresholds. I found that being transparent on the customs declaration through my parcel forwarding service was the best approach. It ensures that the process at the border is smooth and that my Italy delivery isn't delayed by paperwork issues. Check our guide on buy from US ship to Italy for more specific details on local thresholds.

Estimating my shipping and delivery timeline

Before I committed to the purchase, I used the shipping calculator to see if the total cost made sense. I was pleasantly surprised. Even with the added service fees, getting the Merit Matte 2026 collection was cheaper than trying to find a proxy buyer elsewhere. I also compared different international shipping rates to choose between express and standard delivery. I opted for express because I wanted to be one of the first in my circle to wear the new shades. My package arrived in about six business days, perfectly packed and ready for my first 2026 makeup tutorial.

If you are looking to update your beauty kit with brands that haven't quite reached European shores yet, don't let the "US Only" tag discourage you. My experience showed me that with the right partner, the world of US retail is much more accessible than we are led to believe.