The few essentials I used to get Rhode Peptide Lip Tints to Hong Kong using a freight forwarder

Why I am obsessed with the new Rhode Peptide Lip Tint shades

I have been following Hailey Bieber’s brand, Rhode, since its launch, and the hype in 2026 is stronger than ever. The latest seasonal restocks of the Peptide Lip Tint have been selling out in minutes. I personally find the formula to be the perfect mix of a treatment and a gloss, and these new shades are exactly what my makeup bag was missing. However, as many of you in Hong Kong know, Rhode still doesn't offer direct shipping to our city.

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More about shipping to Hong Kong

Because Rhode remains a US exclusive for the most part, I had to find a reliable way to shop US store collections without being physically there. I realized that the only way I could get these tints was to use a freight forwarder to provide me with a tax-free US address.

The checkout hurdle I faced at US stores

Initially, I tried to buy the tints myself using my local credit card. I quickly realized that many US-based beauty retailers and even brand-direct sites like Rhode or Sephora can be very picky. I have seen my orders get cancelled instantly because I used an international credit card or because the system flagged the address of my parcel forwarding service.

It is a common frustration for us in Hong Kong. Whether you are trying to buy from Nike, Apple, or high-demand beauty brands, these stores often block transactions that don't originate from a US-based payment method. I didn't want to risk missing the restock, so I looked for a more secure solution.

My experience using the BuyForMe service

This is where I found a real solution. I decided to try the BuyForMe service offered by comGateway. I think of it as a form of proxy shopping or an assisted purchase.

We essentially ask comGateway to buy the item on our behalf. They use a US domestic credit card to place the order, which means the store is far less likely to cancel it. I found this to be the safest way to guarantee my order didn't get stuck in "cancelled" limbo. If you have ever had a store decline your card because of a non-US billing address, I highly recommend using this BuyForMe service to save yourself the headache.

The steps I took for Hong Kong delivery

Once comGateway purchased the lip tints for me, they were sent to my tax-free US address in Oregon. From there, I needed to forward packages to my home. The process of arranging my Hong Kong delivery was actually very straightforward.

I logged into my account, saw that my package had arrived, and chose my preferred international shipping service. Since lip tints are small and light, I actually waited to forward packages until I had a few other items from different stores to consolidate, which saved me a lot on the total cost.

How I estimated my international shipping rates

Before I even placed my order, I wanted to know if the shipping would be more expensive than the actual lip tints. I used the shipping calculator on the comGateway site to get a rough idea. By entering the approximate weight of a few beauty products, I could see the different international shipping rates available.

I found that comparing shipping fees early helped me decide whether to ship via express or a standard speed. I usually prefer a faster international shipping option because I am impatient when it comes to new makeup, but it is great to have the choice.

A quick note on import tax for my Hong Kong haul

One of the best things about being in Hong Kong is that we generally don't have to worry about a heavy import tax for personal shipments like cosmetics. Unlike other regions where you might get hit with a surprise bill upon arrival, my buy from US ship to Hong Kong experience has always been very tax-friendly.

I managed to get all four of the new shades delivered right to my door in Causeway Bay without any issues. If you are looking to shop us ship international, I suggest keeping an eye on the total value of your package just to be safe, but for beauty hauls, it is usually a breeze. I am so glad I didn't let the US-only restriction stop me from getting these 2026 releases.