Merit-ly Obsessed: My 2026 journey to snagging the Signature Lip Matte for my Singapore vanity

The weightless hype behind the 2026 collection

I have spent most of 2026 looking for a lip product that doesn't feel like a layer of dry clay. When Merit announced their Signature Lip (Matte 2026 Collection), the beauty community went into a frenzy. Known as a rising star in the prestige beauty market, Merit has perfected a formula that feels like air but looks like velvet. I knew I had to have it, but there was one major hurdle: they currently only ship within North America.

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My desire for that specific 'blurred' matte look led me to research how others in Singapore were getting their hands on these exclusive drops. After seeing the collection pop up on various us trends reports, I realized that waiting for a local launch simply wasn't an option if I wanted to stay ahead of the curve this year.

My secret to shopping US stores from Singapore

Since I couldn't ship directly to my home in Orchard, I turned to a trusted freight forwarder. I have used comGateway for several years now, and they remain my go-to for these types of US-exclusive releases. By using a tax-free us address provided by the service, I was able to purchase the entire Merit collection from a US retailer without paying additional US sales tax at the checkout.

If you have ever felt frustrated by a website saying 'We do not ship to your country,' this is the workaround you need. I simply shop us store sites like Merit or Sephora US, and have my packages sent to my assigned US suite. From there, they handle the international shipping straight to my door in Singapore.

Calculating the logistics of a lipstick haul

Before I clicked 'buy,' I wanted to make sure I wasn't going to be surprised by the shipping fees. I used the shipping calculator to get a rough idea of what a small beauty haul would cost. Here is the logistics breakdown based on my experience with the Merit Signature Lip (Matte 2026 Collection):

Knowing these details helped me realize that it is much more cost-effective to bundle my Merit purchase with other items I wanted from the US. You can check the international shipping rates to see how adding a few more items might only marginally increase your total cost.

What I learned about Singapore import rules

One thing I always keep in mind when I shop us ship international is the GST. In 2026, Singapore’s GST remains a factor for imported goods. Since my Merit haul was under the typical high-value threshold, the process was smooth, but I always recommend checking the FAQ or the Singapore Customs website for the most current de minimis values to avoid unexpected charges.

My experience with this international shipping service has been that they are very transparent about these fees. They often provide a breakdown of what to expect before the package leaves the US warehouse, which saves me from any 'post-delivery' bill shock.

My personal process for international delivery

If you are new to this, here is the how it works summary based on my latest order. First, I signed up for an account to get my US address. Then, I placed my order on the Merit website using that address as the shipping destination. Once the package arrived at the warehouse, I received a notification. I then logged in, chose my preferred speed of international shipping, and paid the shipping fee. Within a week, the Matte 2026 Collection was in my hands in Singapore.

The weightless feel of these lipsticks is everything the reviews promised. If you are looking to update your beauty routine this year, don't let a lack of direct shipping hold you back from the best products of 2026.