The Summer Fridays Iced Coffee balm is much cheaper to buy from the US than locally in New Zealand

The Iced Coffee viral moment

As we move through early 2026, the obsession with the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm in the 'Iced Coffee' shade has reached a new peak. What started as a viral sensation within the 'clean girl' aesthetic circles in China has quickly spread to makeup enthusiasts in New Zealand. This specific shade offers a sheer, cool-toned cocoa brown that mimics the look of a chilled latte, making it a staple for daily wear.

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The trend isn't just about the color; it is about the formula. Known for being 100% vegan and incredibly hydrating, the balm has become a status symbol on social media. However, finding stock locally in New Zealand can be a challenge, and when you do find it, the price tag often includes a significant middleman markup.

The price difference for New Zealand shoppers

There is a noticeable gap between what a shopper in the United States pays and what we see on shelves in Auckland or Wellington. In the US, Summer Fridays products are often sold in bundles or exclusive sets that significantly lower the price per unit. Local intermediaries in the Asia-Pacific region frequently buy these bundles and resell individual balms at a premium.

By using a tax-free us address provided by a service like comGateway, you can access the same prices as a US resident. This allows you to take advantage of seasonal sales and loyalty points at major retailers that aren't available to international shoppers directly.

Where to find the best US deals

To get the best value, you should look at stores like Sephora US, Kohl’s, or the official Summer Fridays website. These platforms frequently offer the Iced Coffee shade in "Lip Butter Balm Sets" which might include other popular shades like Pink Sugar or Vanilla Beige. Buying these sets is the most cost-effective way to stock up.

Before you check out, it is a good idea to use a shipping calculator to see how much it will cost to bring your haul home. Because lip balms are lightweight, they are perfect for adding to a larger package to maximize your shipping value.

The BuyForMe service for difficult US stores

While shopping from the US is generally straightforward, some major stores present a hurdle for international shoppers. Brands and retailers like Sephora, Nike, and Apple are known for occasionally blocking international credit cards or declining orders that are addressed to a freight forwarder. This can be frustrating when you are trying to secure a limited-edition release like the Iced Coffee balm.

The solution to this problem is comGateway's "BuyForMe" service. Instead of you placing the order with an international card, the comGateway team buys the item on your behalf using a US domestic credit card. This effectively bypasses the payment filters that these stores use. Using this service is the safest way to guarantee your order doesn't get cancelled at the last minute. Once they have purchased the item for you, it arrives at your US address and is ready for New Zealand delivery.

Shipping from the US to your door

Once your Summer Fridays order arrives at your US warehouse, you have the option to consolidate it with other items. This is a great way to save on costs if you are also buying clothes or electronics. Using a shop us store strategy means you can collect items from multiple retailers over 30 days and ship them all at once.

You might also like to check our guide on shipping rules to ensure that you aren't trying to send anything that might be restricted. While lip balms are perfectly fine to ship, some aerosol beauty products or certain perfumes might have specific requirements.

New Zealand import rules and costs

When bringing goods into the country, it is important to be aware of the local regulations. For most beauty purchases, you will be looking at import duties and GST. In New Zealand, the GST of 15% is typically applied to all goods imported from overseas. Since 2019, many large overseas retailers collect this at the point of sale, but if they don't, it may be collected when the package arrives.

Keep in mind that for personal shipments, as long as your total order value stays within reasonable limits, the process for buy from US ship to New Zealand is very efficient. Most packages arrive at NZ doorsteps within 5 to 8 business days after leaving the US warehouse. This makes it a very viable way to keep up with the latest trends without waiting for local stores to catch up in 2026.