I found a way to get the new Glossier Cloud Paint shades in Germany using a freight forwarder

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• Why I think the new Glossier Cloud Paint shades are worth the fuss
• The struggle of buying Glossier in Germany
• My experience using a freight forwarder
• Shipping Estimates for Cloud Paint
• Dealing with German import tax and VAT

Why I think the new Glossier Cloud Paint shades are worth the fuss

I have been a fan of the Cloud Paint formula for years, but the 2026 shade expansion is something else entirely. While the brand has been around for a while, they just released three brand-new shades—'Stellar', 'Mist', and 'Amber'—that are currently exclusive to the US website. I saw these trending all over social media and noticed they were featured on the latest us trends list, which usually means they are going to be hard to get elsewhere.

The formula remains that perfect gel-cream texture that I love, but these new 2026 pigments are specifically designed to be more long-wearing. My problem was that, despite it being 2026, Glossier still doesn't offer full, direct shipping for their entire catalog to Germany, especially when it comes to these limited-run bundles. I knew if I wanted to get my hands on them before they sold out, I had to find a workaround.

The struggle of buying Glossier in Germany

Living in Germany, we often face a hidden barrier when it comes to US beauty launches. Even when brands claim to ship internationally, the costs are often astronomical, or worse, the US-exclusive bundles are restricted to North American addresses. I tried to checkout on the main site, but the 'Stellar' bundle was locked for US customers only. I didn't want to wait six months for a local distributor to maybe stock them at a 40% markup.

This is where I realized I needed a freight forwarder. By using a specialized service, I could effectively **shop us store** as if I were living in the States. This allowed me to access the specific 2026 bundles that include the new shades plus a limited-edition makeup bag that isn't available anywhere else.

My experience using a freight forwarder

I decided to use **comGateway** because they provide 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 before it even left the country. I simply entered my unique Oregon address at the Glossier checkout, and my package was on its way to the warehouse.

I was a bit nervous about the cost of **international shipping** for such a small item, so I made sure to use the shipping calculator beforehand. Since Cloud Paints are quite light, I actually decided to buy a few extra tubes for my friends to split the shipping base fee. If you're ever confused about the process, their FAQ is actually quite helpful for first-timers.

Shipping Estimates for Cloud Paint

If you are planning to order these new shades, here is what I found during my shipping process. Cloud Paints are small, which makes them ideal for international shipping, but you should keep an eye on the packaging size.

Dealing with German import tax and VAT

The one thing I always warn my friends about when shipping to Germany is the **import tax** (Einfuhrumsatzsteuer). Since 2021, the de minimis limit for VAT has been gone, meaning you will likely have to pay 19% VAT on your Glossier haul. For orders over €150, you might also face additional customs duties, though makeup usually has a relatively low rate.

I recommend checking out this guide on import duties to understand exactly how the German Zoll office calculates these fees. My package arrived via **DHL international shipping**, and I was able to pay my VAT online through their portal before the delivery arrived at my door in Berlin. It was much smoother than I expected. If you find the US checkout too difficult, you can even use a **proxy shopping** service like "BuyForMe" where the forwarder handles the purchase for you.

In the end, I got my new Cloud Paints in less than 10 days. The 'Amber' shade is even better in person than it looked on TikTok, and I'm glad I didn't wait for a European release that might never come.