Why I saw Rhode Lip Case orders to Australia get blocked and how I fixed it

The Rhode Lip Case obsession in 2026

I have seen the Rhode silicone lip case all over my social media feeds this year. It is the one accessory every Australian creator seems to want, yet it remains stubbornly exclusive to the United States. I decided to track down how to get my hands on one because, let’s be honest, the convenience of having a peptide lip tint attached to your phone is hard to pass up. While keeping an eye on us trends, I realized that this specific item is one of the most requested products for international fans right now.

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Why Rhode will cancel your Australian order

I learned the hard way that you cannot just head to the Rhode website and enter your Australian credit card. Many US retailers, including big names like Nike, Sephora, and Apple, have strict security protocols. I found that if I try to use a non-US credit card or a known commercial address, the transaction often gets flagged as high-risk and is immediately cancelled. This leaves your money in limbo for days while the bank processes the refund. I realized that if you want to shop us store exclusives like the lip case, you need a way to look like a domestic buyer.

Check our guide on: Read more: Waiting for the Rhode Australia launch? Why your order might get cancelled anyway—and how international shipping saves the day

My experience with the BuyForMe service for blocked stores

When my initial order attempt failed, I switched to the BuyForMe service. This is the solution I recommend if you are dealing with stores that block international credit cards or decline orders sent to a parcel forwarding service. The process is simple: I tell comGateway what I want, and they buy it on my behalf using a US domestic payment method. I found that this is the safest way to guarantee my order doesn't get cancelled by a brand's anti-fraud filters. For me, the peace of mind that my Rhode order would actually ship was worth the small fee for the assisted purchase.

How I use a parcel forwarding service for Australian delivery

Once comGateway purchased the item for me, it was sent to my tax-free us address in Oregon. I prefer this because I don't have to pay US sales tax, which saves me about 10% right off the top. I then used the shipping calculator to estimate shipping cost before I committed to the final delivery. Since the lip case is lightweight, I usually wait and consolidate it with other items I've bought from the US to save on the base shipping fee. I always choose the fastest option for ship to Australia because I want my tech accessories as soon as possible.

Managing Australian customs and taxes in 2026

I always make sure I am aware of the current Australian import rules. In 2026, the GST rules for low-value imported goods still apply. I found that Australia delivery is generally smooth, but if my total order exceeds AUD $1,000, I expect to pay additional duties and taxes. For a single Rhode lip case, you won't hit that threshold, but if you are doing a massive haul, keep that in mind. I use comGateway to handle the paperwork, which prevents my package from being held up at the border. My advice is to never skip the insurance on these viral items; I've seen too many people lose money on uninsured international parcels that go missing.