My little Belgian secret for sticking the 2026 Merit reformulation into my makeup bag

My obsession with the 2026 Merit reformulation

I was scrolling through my feed on May 13, 2026, and I could not help but notice that every K-beauty influencer I follow has swapped their heavy cushions for the 2026 reformulation of Merit Beauty’s 'The Minimalist' Perfecting Complexion Stick. We know that Merit has a massive cult following in Korea for that effortless 'no-makeup' look, but this new formula apparently takes skin-mimicking to a level I have never seen before.

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I wanted that glow, but I quickly realized a major problem. As of today, this specific 2026 upgrade is strictly limited to US retail channels. Living in Belgium, my options were looking slim. I knew I had to find a way to get it from a US shop to my doorstep in Brussels without waiting for a European launch that might never happen this year.

The Belgian struggle with US beauty retailers

I have tried to order from big US names like Sephora, Nike, and even Apple in the past, only to be met with a frustrating 'Order Cancelled' email minutes later. My Belgian credit card is often the culprit. Many of these stores simply refuse to process international payment methods, or they flag orders addressed to known logistics hubs. I felt like I was stuck behind a digital wall just because I do not have a US-based billing address.

I was determined not to let my quest for the Merit 2026 stick end there. I needed a workaround that would make me look like a US domestic shopper. That is when I decided to skip the DIY approach and use a professional freight forwarder to handle the heavy lifting.

How I used BuyForMe to bypass the credit card wall

I discovered that the safest way to guarantee my order did not get cancelled was through the comGateway "BuyForMe" service. This was a total shift in how I shop. Instead of me struggling with the checkout process, I simply told them what I wanted. They used a US domestic credit card to purchase the Merit stick on my behalf.

I found this to be the perfect solution for those difficult stores that often block international cards or decline orders sent to forwarders. By using their assisted purchase service, I bypassed the payment filters that usually stop my Belgian cards in their tracks. It felt like having a personal shopper in the States who ensured my order was placed successfully. If you are tired of seeing your orders declined by US retailers, I highly recommend this as the most reliable path to getting your hands on exclusive 2026 releases.

Getting my package from Oregon to Belgium

I made sure to use my tax-free US address provided by comGateway. Since they are based in a sales-tax-free state, I did not have to pay any extra US taxes on my Merit purchase. Once the item arrived at their warehouse, I was ready to forward packages straight to Belgium.

I used the shipping calculator to estimate shipping cost before I committed. I like knowing exactly what I am paying for, and it helped me decide whether to add a few more items to my shipment to make the most of the base shipping rate. We always find that consolidating a few beauty products is more cost-effective than shipping a single stick alone.

What I learned about Belgian import rules

I am always careful about import duties when I shop from outside the EU. I checked the latest guidance on customs tax to make sure I was not surprised by the Belgian VAT when the package arrived. I also took a quick look at the list of prohibited items to ensure that cosmetics were allowed for air travel. I found that as long as it is not a pressurized aerosol or contains certain flammable alcohols, most makeup sticks are perfectly safe to ship.

Summary of my shipping plan

Where I found help for my shipment

I had a few questions about how long the processing would take, so I headed over to the FAQ section. Their support team was very helpful in explaining how the consolidation process works. I realized that if I wanted to wait for another US drop later this month, I could store my Merit stick for free for a limited time and ship everything together.

I am now just a few days away from receiving my 2026 Merit stick. I managed to navigate the complexities of international shopping by using the right tools, and I did not have to wait for a Belgian retailer to stock it. If you are looking to do the same, I suggest starting with a reliable freight forwarder who knows the ins and outs of the US market.