My experience getting the new 2026 Rhode shades in Italy when everyone said they don't ship here

The Rhode 2026 Obsession

I have been refreshing Hailey Bieber’s Rhode Skin website since the first rumors of the 2026 shade expansion started circulating on TikTok. Living in Italy, I am used to the struggle of seeing all the viral beauty drops happening in the US while we are left waiting months for local retailers to catch up—if they ever do. The February 2026 drop features those stunning new cool-toned mauves and the limited-edition espresso tints that everyone is raving about. I knew I couldn't just sit this one out.

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The problem, as many of my friends pointed out, is that the US store often has exclusive bundles and shades that aren't available for direct international shipping to our region. But after a bit of research, I realized I didn't have to wait for a local launch that might never happen.

Correcting the Myth About Shipping to Italy

I often hear people say that buying from the US is too complicated or that packages always get lost in the mail once they hit European soil. I used to believe that too. I thought that if a brand didn't offer direct shipping to Milan or Rome, it was basically a lost cause. However, my latest haul proved that theory wrong. I used a tax-free us address provided by comGateway, which allowed me to shop the US store exactly like a local customer would. This bypassed the "we don't ship to your country" message at checkout and let me access the full 2026 collection.

Shipping Estimates for Rhode Lip Tints

When I was planning my order, I wanted to make sure I wasn't going to be surprised by the size of the box. Since these are lip products, they are incredibly light, which is great for keeping costs down. Here is a quick breakdown of what my package looked like:

My Step-by-Step Process

I started by signing up for my US address. Once I had that, I went to the Rhode website and filled my cart with the new 2026 Peptide Lip Tints. At checkout, I entered my freight forwarder address in Oregon. This is a huge tip: because the warehouse is in a tax-free state, I didn't have to pay any US sales tax on the products themselves.

Once the package arrived at the warehouse, I was notified immediately. I went to the FAQ section on their site to make sure I knew how to consolidate my items. Since I also bought a few things from another US brand, I waited for both to arrive so I could ship them together to Italy in one box, which saved me a lot on international shipping rates.

Choosing the Right Courier

I spent some time looking at the international shipping options available. For Italy, I usually prefer DHL or FedEx because they handle the local delivery very efficiently once the package clears customs. I could see all the different shipping fees upfront, which helped me stay within my budget.

Calculating the Total Cost

Before I even placed the order, I used the shipping calculator to get a ballpark figure. I estimated the weight at about 0.5kg just to be safe. It gave me a clear idea of what I would be paying for the journey from the US to my doorstep.

We also have to consider the local side of things. In Italy, we have to deal with IVA (VAT) and occasionally other fees. I made sure to read up on import duties so I wouldn't be shocked when the courier sent me the bill for the customs clearance. Generally, for a small beauty order, it’s quite manageable if you account for it beforehand.

Staying Safe with Customs

One thing I always do is double-check the prohibited items list. While lip tints are perfectly fine, some beauty products with high alcohol content (like certain perfumes) can be tricky to ship internationally. Luckily, the Peptide Lip Tints are considered standard cosmetics and didn't face any restricted goods issues.

I also checked the shipping rules for Italy one last time before clicking 'ship'. My package arrived in Milan in about 6 days, which is honestly faster than some things I order from within Europe!

My Final Thoughts

I am so glad I didn't listen to the comments saying it was impossible to get Rhode in Italy. The 2026 shades are even better in person—the "Espresso Silk" shade is my new daily staple. If you are eyeing these tints but the US-only shipping is holding you back, I highly recommend using a shop us store service. It makes the whole process feel like you're just ordering from a local shop, provided you do a little bit of planning with your shipping estimates.

If you're worried about the process, just take it one step at a time. My experience was seamless, and now I have the full 2026 collection sitting on my vanity while my friends are still waiting for the international release announcement.