I just realized importing the 2026 Sephora Sun Safety Kit to the Netherlands is actually a steal

Why I think the 2026 kit is worth the hype

Every year, I wait for the Sephora Favorites Sun Safety Kit to drop in the US, and the 2026 version is probably the best one I have seen yet. For those of us living in the Netherlands, getting our hands on high-end US sunscreens like Supergoop, Drunk Elephant, and Shiseido can be a bit of a headache and usually involves paying a massive premium at boutique shops.

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This year’s kit is priced at just $39, but it includes over $250 worth of products. While Sephora Australia fans are already mourning the fact that they won't get this release, we can actually take advantage of it if we know how to shop US store sites properly. I wanted to share my experience because the sheer variety of SPF 50+ serums and tinted moisturizers in this bag is perfect for our unpredictable Dutch summers.

Doing the math on the $250 value

I sat down with my calculator to see if the international shipping costs would eat up the savings. In the Netherlands, a single full-sized bottle of a premium mineral sunscreen can easily set you back €40 to €50. This kit contains 15 to 18 different items, including several full-sized heroes. Even after I added the cost of a freight forwarder, I was still coming out way ahead. I essentially got 15 products for the price of one local luxury sunscreen.

How I got mine delivered to the Netherlands

Since Sephora US does not ship directly to Amsterdam or Rotterdam, I had to set up a tax-free US address. This is the secret to getting US exclusives without the retailer blocking your order. I used comGateway to receive my package in Oregon, which meant I didn't have to pay any US sales tax on the $39 price tag. From there, it was a simple matter of having them forward packages to my home address here.

Shipping Estimates and Logistics

If you are planning to order this, here is the breakdown of what you are looking at for shipping. I used the shipping calculator to get these numbers before I hit the buy button.

Because the kit is relatively light, it is a great candidate for adding a few more small items to your shipment to maximize the weight limit. I usually check the FAQ on the forwarder's site to see how many items I can consolidate into one box to save money.

What I learned about Dutch Customs and VAT

When you ship to Netherlands, you have to be mindful of the VAT (BTW). Since the kit is $39, it falls under the typical import thresholds where you will likely just pay the 21% VAT and a small handling fee from the courier. Even with these extra costs, my total spend was still under €75 for a kit valued at over €230. It's a no-brainer for anyone who takes skincare seriously.

Using a proxy shopping service for US exclusives

I know some of my friends had trouble with their Dutch credit cards being rejected on the Sephora US website. If that happens to you, I highly recommend using the BuyForMe service. This proxy shopping option means the forwarder buys the item for you using a US-based payment method, and then you just pay them back. It's the most reliable way to ensure your 2026 kit doesn't sell out while you are struggling with the checkout page.

If you have any questions about the process, the help center is actually quite responsive. My experience with buy from US ship to Netherlands has been pretty smooth so far this year, and my skin is definitely going to thank me during our next beach trip to Zeeland!