Is shipping the Drunk Elephant Trunk 10.0 from the US to Australia actually worth the effort in 2026?

The 2026 Drunk Elephant Hype

Is shipping the Drunk Elephant Trunk 10.0 from the US to Australia actually worth the effort in 2026? I have been seeing this question pop up constantly in beauty forums this month. Every year, Drunk Elephant drops their legendary 'Trunk,' and the 10.0 edition is no exception. It is basically a full skincare routine packed into a high-quality, insulated piece of luggage that you can actually use for travel later.

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The 2026 version includes ten full-size products, ranging from the Protini Polypeptide Cream to the latest C-Firma updates. For fans of the brand, it is the most anticipated release of the year because the value proposition is usually massive—often sitting at around 40% off the total retail price if you bought everything separately. To stay updated on other massive US releases, I always keep an eye on us trends so I do not miss out on the early-bird drops.

Why Australian Shoppers Look to the US

If you are living in Sydney, Melbourne, or anywhere else across Australia, you probably know that local retail prices for Drunk Elephant can be steep. Furthermore, the Trunk 10.0 often sells out in Australian stores within minutes, or sometimes, it does not even make it to our shores in the same quantity as it does in the US.

US retailers like Sephora and Ulta often have exclusive bundles or 'Beauty Insider' points that make the purchase even more attractive. However, these stores generally do not ship directly to Australian addresses. This is where the local 'insider secret' comes in: savvy shoppers use a freight forwarder to bridge the gap. By using a tax-free us address, you can avoid the state sales tax in the US, which can save you an additional 7% to 10% before the item even leaves the warehouse.

Shipping Estimates for the Trunk 10.0

Before you commit to the purchase, you need to understand the logistics. The Drunk Elephant Trunk is not a small parcel; it is a literal suitcase filled with glass and plastic bottles. Here is what you should expect for the 2026 edition:

I highly recommend that you use a shipping calculator before you buy. This helps you avoid any surprises when the bill for the international leg of the journey arrives.

Using a Package Forwarder to Get the Deal

The process is more straightforward than most people think. If you have never done this before, here is a quick look at how it works. You sign up for an account, get your unique US address, and use that as your shipping address when checking out at Sephora or Ulta. Once the package arrives at the warehouse, you get notified, and you can then ship it home to Australia.

One pro-tip for 2026: since the Trunk is heavy, see if you can consolidate it with other smaller beauty purchases. Most forwarders allow you to hold items for 30 days, so you can combine multiple US orders into one box to save on the base shipping rate.

Australia Customs and GST in 2026

Australia has specific rules regarding Goods and Services Tax (GST) for international imports. Since 2018, GST (10%) applies to most low-value imported goods. For a luxury item like the Trunk 10.0, which usually retails for around $450 USD (approx. $680 AUD), you should expect to pay that 10% GST. Some forwarders collect this at the time of shipping to make the customs clearance process faster, so you do not have to deal with the Australian Border Force directly.

Is the Math Really in Your Favor?

Is it actually cheaper to go through all this trouble? Let's look at the numbers. If the Trunk retails in Australia for $750 AUD (if you can even find it), but you can get it for $450 USD ($680 AUD) plus $70 AUD shipping, you are already ahead. Add in the fact that the US version often includes samples and bonuses that we do not get locally, and the 'insider' method becomes the clear winner for skincare enthusiasts.

Just remember to account for the volumetric weight of the suitcase. While it is heavy, the size is what usually bumps up the shipping tier. If you are prepared for that, grabbing the 2026 Drunk Elephant Trunk from the US is one of the best beauty moves you can make this year.