I used a US freight forwarder to grab the Summer Fridays Iced Matcha balm for my Switzerland delivery

Why the Iced Matcha balm is currently dominating my social feed

I have spent the last few weeks watching the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm in Iced Matcha take over my TikTok feed. By March 2026, it has become the most sought-after beauty item for anyone who loves that specific green tea aesthetic. As someone living in Switzerland, I noticed very quickly that this edition is a US-exclusive release. While we have access to some Summer Fridays products locally, the US formula and these limited scents are frequently unavailable in our local shops.

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The hype is real because the Iced Matcha scent is perfectly balanced, and the tint is subtle enough for daily wear. I saw many Japanese beauty enthusiasts raving about how the US version feels more hydrating, and I knew I had to get my hands on it. However, getting a $24 lip balm from Los Angeles to Zurich requires a bit of insider knowledge to avoid overpaying or having your order rejected.

The difficulty with US Sephora orders from Switzerland

I initially tried to buy the balm directly from Sephora US and the official Summer Fridays website. Like many of you have probably experienced, my Swiss credit card was declined almost instantly. Many US retailers, including Nike, Apple, and Sephora, have strict filters that block international payment methods or flag any address associated with a package forwarder.

It is incredibly frustrating to see a product in stock but be unable to pay for it. I realized that simply having a tax-free us address wasn't enough for this specific launch. These stores want to see a US-based billing address and a domestic credit card to let the transaction through. This is where I had to change my strategy to ensure my March 2026 beauty haul actually made it out of the warehouse.

My secret for bypassing store blocks with the BuyForMe service

I found that the most reliable way to handle these difficult stores is through proxy shopping. Instead of trying to force my own card through their system, I used comGateway's "BuyForMe" service. This is my direct solution for any store that refuses to cooperate with international buyers.

The process is simple: I provided the link for the Iced Matcha balm, and comGateway purchased it on my behalf using a US domestic card. We have found that this is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled. Because the transaction looks like a local US purchase, the store processes it without hesitation. For me, this is the only way to shop at a shop us store that has strict anti-exporting policies. It saves me the headache of constantly checking my email for cancellation notices.

Managing international shipping and Swiss import tax

Once my balm arrived at the warehouse, I had to consider the logistics of getting it to Switzerland. Shipping a single small item can be expensive, so I checked the shipping calculator to see my options. To make it cost-effective, I usually look for other us trends or top us deals to bundle together into one shipment.

When shipping to Switzerland, you must be aware of the import tax and VAT rules. By 2026, the customs process has become more streamlined, but the costs can still surprise you if you aren't prepared. I prefer using DHL international shipping or FedEx international shipping because they handle the customs clearance efficiently, though you will need to pay the duties upon arrival. Using a reliable **freight forwarder** allows me to track the package from the moment it leaves the US until it arrives at my door in Switzerland.

How I use comGateway to simplify my US shopping

If you are ready to grab your own Summer Fridays balm, I recommend following this step-by-step guide to set up your account. The international shipping service provided by comGateway includes the ability to consolidate multiple packages, which is how I keep my costs down. I wait for several items to arrive at my US address, then ship them all at once to Zurich.

My experience with the Iced Matcha balm was seamless once I switched to the "BuyForMe" method. I no longer waste time trying to make my Swiss cards work on US sites that don't want them. Instead, I let the experts handle the purchase while I focus on finding the next viral product to add to my collection.