Why I started shipping the Tower 28 16oz Jumbo Refill from the US to Italy

The hype behind Tower 28 SOS spray in 2026

I have spent most of 2026 looking for a solution to the persistent skin irritation caused by seasonal changes here in Italy. If you follow any skincare influencers, you already know that the Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray has become a cult favorite. It uses hypochlorous acid to soothe skin, and it has been a lifesaver for my 'maskne' and general redness. While I can find the small bottles occasionally in Europe, I noticed on various us trends sites that the US market has something we do not: the 16oz Jumbo Refill.

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This massive bottle is designed to refill your smaller spray containers, making it both eco-friendly and significantly more cost-effective. However, the 16oz size remains a US exclusive, which led me on a mission to figure out how to get it delivered to my door in Milan.

The massive price gap between Italy and the US

I did some quick math and the results were startling. In Italy, a standard 4oz bottle can cost upwards of €30. When I looked at US retailers, the 16oz Jumbo Refill was priced at approximately $68. If I were to buy four of the 4oz bottles locally, I would be spending over €120. By purchasing the refill from a shop us store approach, I am essentially getting double the product for the same price, even after considering the logistics.

Why my Italian credit card was rejected

I first tried to buy the refill directly from Sephora US and the Tower 28 website. I quickly ran into a common frustration for international shoppers. Many top-tier US stores often block international credit cards or automatically decline any order that uses a known shipping hub address. My transaction was cancelled within minutes because my billing address didn't match the US region requirements. This is a hurdle that many of my friends in Italy face when trying to grab US-exclusive tech or beauty drops.

How the BuyForMe service saved my order

I decided to use the BuyForMe service offered by comGateway to bypass these restrictions. The process was incredibly simple. I provided them with the URL of the Tower 28 Jumbo Refill, and they purchased the item on my behalf using a US domestic credit card. This is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled by picky retailers like Nike or Sephora. We found that by letting them handle the transaction, I didn't have to worry about regional payment blocks or address verification issues.

Shipping my haul to Italy with a freight forwarder

Once comGateway received my package at my tax-free us address in Oregon, I had to decide on the best way to get it to Italy. Using a parcel forwarding service is essential for these types of US-only products. I logged into my account to check the international shipping rates to see which courier would be the fastest for my budget.

I highly recommend that you use the shipping calculator before you finalize your purchase. It helped me estimate the total cost, including the weight of the 16oz liquid bottle, which is heavier than your standard skincare item. Because I was already paying for shipping, I actually added a few more US-exclusive items to my suite to consolidate them, which significantly lowered the per-item shipping fee.

What I learned about Italian customs and VAT

Importing goods into Italy in 2026 requires a bit of foresight regarding the Agenzia delle Dogane. Since the value of my Tower 28 refill was over the threshold, I knew I would be responsible for VAT (IVA) and potentially a small customs duty. I chose an express shipping option that allowed me to pre-pay these fees, which prevented my package from getting stuck in a warehouse for weeks. The peace of mind knowing my SOS spray was cleared and on its way to my house was worth the extra few euros. If you are looking for more tips on what to buy, you might also like our look at the popular products hitting the US market this season.