I calculated the cost of shipping the Summer Fridays Iced Coffee balm to Spain and the results surprised me

The Summer Fridays Iced Coffee Hype in 2026

I have spent the last few weeks watching the 'Iced Coffee' edition of the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm take over my social media feeds. This 2026 limited drop has become the crown jewel of the 'Clean Girl' aesthetic, especially in Korea, but it is currently a US-exclusive release. As someone living in Spain, I knew I couldn't just walk into a local shop to find it.

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The obsession makes sense. The formula is iconic, but this specific 2026 scent profile captures that perfect morning caffeine vibe. Since I couldn't find a direct way to get it, I decided to see if I could shop US store options and have it sent to my door in Madrid.

The Math: Buying Locally vs. Shipping from the USA

I started by looking at third-party resellers in Europe. The prices were astronomical—sometimes triple the US retail price. I realized that if I wanted to be a smart shopper, I needed to look at the actual costs of international shipping. I used a shipping calculator to see what the damage would be.

While paying $54 for a lip balm seems high, it was still cheaper than the $85 I saw on resale sites. Plus, I knew I was getting the authentic 2026 edition directly from the source.

How I bypassed US store payment restrictions

I ran into a major hurdle when I first tried to check out. Many US retailers, including Sephora and some high-end beauty brands, often block international credit cards or cancel orders that use a known freight forwarder address. I felt stuck until I discovered a way to simplify the process.

I decided to use the BuyForMe service. This is essentially a proxy shopping solution where comGateway acts as the buyer. They used a US domestic card to purchase the balm on my behalf, which meant my order didn't get cancelled. If you have ever had a US store decline your Spanish card, this assisted purchase is the safest way to guarantee your items actually ship.

Setting up my Spain delivery with a freight forwarder

Once the purchase was confirmed, the balm was sent to my tax-free US address in Oregon. Using a tax-free state meant I didn't have to pay US sales tax, saving me an extra 7-10% right off the top. I followed a simple step-by-step guide on the site to manage my package.

When the balm arrived at the warehouse, I was notified immediately. I had the option to choose between DHL international shipping and FedEx international shipping. For my ship to Spain request, I chose the express option because I was impatient to try the Iced Coffee scent. The package forwarding process was seamless, and I could track the balm as it crossed the Atlantic.

What I learned about Spanish import tax

One thing I always tell my friends in Spain is to never ignore the potential for import tax. When you buy from US ship to Spain, your package will pass through customs. In Spain, we are generally subject to a 21% IVA on imports.

I highly recommend checking out this guide on import duties to understand how these fees are calculated. By being prepared for the customs tax, I wasn't surprised when I received the notification to pay the small VAT balance online. It’s part of the process of getting those exclusive 2026 US drops that aren't available in the EU yet.

In the end, I got my Summer Fridays Iced Coffee Balm, and I did it without paying the 'reseller tax'. Using a freight forwarder and a proxy shopping service turned a frustrating regional block into a successful shopping mission.