I managed to get the US-exclusive Golden Hour lip balm in Taiwan and here is the trick I used

Why Golden Hour is trending right now

I have been seeing the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm in 'Golden Hour' all over my social media feed lately, especially from my friends in Tokyo. This Spring 2026 Edition is currently a US Sephora exclusive, which makes it incredibly hard to find if you are living in Taiwan. The shade has this unique warm-shimmer finish that the permanent lineup just doesn't offer. It is the perfect glow for the upcoming sunny months.

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Because I couldn't find it locally, I had to look for a way to shop US stores directly. I noticed many people on Japanese forums were importing it, and I knew I had to find a way to get it to Taipei. If you love keeping up with us trends, you know that missing out on a limited drop like this is not an option.

My secret to buying from Sephora US

Most people think you need a US credit card or a physical US address to shop at Sephora, but I found a workaround. I used a freight forwarder to handle the logistics for me. By using comGateway, I was able to get a tax-free us address in Oregon. This is a huge deal because it means I didn't have to pay US sales tax on my purchase.

If you're wondering how it works, it is actually quite simple. I just signed up, got my US address, and entered it as the shipping destination on the Sephora website. Once my package arrived at their warehouse, they notified me, and I was able to arrange the international shipping to my door in Taiwan. If you find that Sephora won't accept your local card, you can even look into proxy shopping services that buy for me to make the process even smoother.

Shipping estimates for your lip balm

I know what you're thinking: "Is it worth it to ship a single lip balm?" Well, it's actually much cheaper than I expected because the item is so light. To help you plan, here is the data I used when I looked at the shipping calculator.

My advice? Don't just buy one! Since you're paying for the base shipping cost anyway, I usually bundle a few other beauty favorites or share the order with a friend to make the international shipping cost per item way lower.

Avoiding shipping hiccups and restricted goods

Before I placed my order, I made sure to check the prohibited items list. Some cosmetics with high alcohol content or certain pressurized containers can be considered restricted goods. Luckily, the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm is a standard cream-based product, so it’s perfectly safe to ship via DHL international shipping or FedEx international shipping.

If you ever have doubts about a specific beauty product, I recommend checking the FAQ on the comGateway site or reaching out to their support team. They’ve helped me clarify shipping rules for some of my more obscure skincare finds in the past.

Taiwan import tax and customs tips

One thing we have to deal with here in Taiwan is the import tax. In 2026, the rules are still quite strict. Remember that if your total shipment value (including shipping) exceeds 2,000 TWD, you might be hit with customs tax. Also, don't forget that you are limited to six shipments every half-year before you start getting taxed regardless of the value.

I always make sure my EZ WAY app is updated and my real-name authentication is ready to go. You can find more details on how to manage these costs in this guide on import duties. Staying under that 2,000 TWD threshold is my personal goal whenever I shop us store sites, as it keeps the total price comparable to what I'd pay if the product were actually available here in Taipei.

Getting the 'Golden Hour' balm wasn't nearly as hard as I thought it would be. Using a reliable package forwarding service made the whole experience feel like I was just ordering from a local shop, just with a slightly longer wait for the plane to land!