I’ll be devastated if your 2026 Summer Fridays set gets lost because you skipped this

My obsession with the 2026 Iced Mint drop

I woke up this morning to the news that Summer Fridays released 'The Summer Set' for 2026, and I immediately knew I had to have it. If you haven't heard, this US-exclusive bundle features the brand-new 'Iced Mint' Lip Butter Balm. I’ve been tracking the latest us trends, and this balm is already the most talked-about beauty item of the season. It’s paired with a full-size Jet Lag Mask, making it the perfect hydration duo for the humid Taiwan summer.

I find it frustrating that these limited editions rarely make it to physical shelves in Taipei. When they do, the markup is usually enough to make me faint. That is why I decided to take matters into my own hands and buy directly from the source in the United States.

My warning on why Taiwan shoppers often fail to get this

I’ve seen so many people in my social circles try to order these sets only to have their orders cancelled. Why? Because Summer Fridays and major US retailers often block direct shipping to international addresses for these exclusive bundles. If you try to use a standard credit card and a Taiwan home address, your order will likely be flagged and voided. I don't want you to watch the 'Iced Mint' sell out while you're stuck in a loop with customer service.

To avoid this, I used a tax-free us address. By shipping the set to a warehouse in Oregon first, I bypassed the sales tax and the shipping restrictions that usually block us in Taiwan. If you ignore this step, you’re basically handing your chance to own this set to someone else.

How I saved 30% compared to buying elsewhere

I did the math, and the results are shocking. Buying 'The Summer Set' as a bundle in the US saves you roughly 30% compared to purchasing the Jet Lag Mask and a balm separately in the UK or through local resellers. Even with the cost of getting it to Taiwan, I’m still coming out ahead. We all know that resellers in Taiwan will try to charge double for the 'Iced Mint' balm alone because of the 2026 hype.

I'll show you how it works so you can replicate my savings. It’s a simple process of redirecting your package, but it’s the only way to keep that 30% in your own pocket instead of giving it to a middleman.

My shipping estimates breakdown

I know many of you worry about hidden costs. I checked the shipping calculator to give you a clear idea of what to expect for this specific 2026 limited edition set.

Because the set is lightweight, I highly recommend adding a few more items from other US stores to your shipment. I’ve found that consolidating multiple purchases into one box is the smartest way to use a freight forwarder efficiently.

Avoiding customs headaches in Taiwan

I have a major warning for my fellow Taiwan shoppers regarding the EZ WAY app. If your paperwork doesn't match the package coming from the US, your 'Summer Set' could be held at customs indefinitely. I always make sure my international shipping details are precise. When you use a professional service, they help ensure the declarations are handled correctly, which is vital for skincare products that sometimes face stricter scrutiny.

If you ignore the import value limits in Taiwan (currently 2,000 TWD), you might be hit with import tax. I usually try to keep my individual shipments under this limit or I prepare to pay the small fee to ensure my Iced Mint balm arrives safely at my door in Xinyi.

My step-by-step buying strategy

I don't want you to miss out on the 2026 skincare event of the year. Here is exactly how I did it:

• I signed up for a US-based shipping address to get past the "US Only" checkout wall.
• I placed my order on the Summer Fridays official site using my new Oregon address.
• I waited for the notification that my 'Summer Set' arrived at the warehouse.
• I selected my preferred shipping speed to Taiwan—I usually go for express because I have zero patience for the Iced Mint scent.
• I tracked my package through the Pacific and cleared it on EZ WAY as soon as I got the ping.

If you follow my lead, you'll have the most envied lips in Taiwan by next week. Just please, don't wait until the 2026 limited edition stock runs out!