I saved 40 CHF by shipping the Summer Fridays Ube Lip Balm from the US to Switzerland

Why I had to have the Summer Fridays Ube Balm

I first saw the 2026 limited edition Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm in 'Ube' on my TikTok feed, where it was trending heavily across the Philippines and the US. As a fan of the brand living in Zurich, I immediately checked local retailers, only to find it was a US-exclusive release. The deep purple tint and the sweet, nutty scent of yam make it a unique collectible for 2026. I knew that if I waited for a local boutique to stock it, I would be paying double the price, or worse, missing out entirely before it sold out.

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The massive price difference in Switzerland

In the US, this balm retails for about $24. When I looked at specialized importers or resellers here in Switzerland, the prices were often quoted above 60 CHF once you factor in their 'luxury' markup. By choosing to shop us store directly, I kept my base cost low. Even with shipping, the total was significantly less than what I would have paid to a local reseller. I prefer keeping that extra 30 or 40 CHF in my pocket, especially since I can bundle other US-exclusive beauty products into the same shipment.

How I used a US address to shop

Since the official Summer Fridays site and major US retailers like Sephora often don't ship this specific limited edition directly to Switzerland, I used a package forwarding service. I signed up for comGateway to get a tax-free US shipping address in Oregon. This allowed me to checkout on the US site just like a local resident would. If you are new to this, I recommend following this step-by-step guide which explains how the process works from warehouse to your doorstep.

Logistics and Shipping Estimates

When I was planning my order, I wanted to ensure I wasn't surprised by the final bill. I used the estimate shipping cost tool to get a rough idea of the fees. Here are the specific logistics details for the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm (2026 'Ube' Limited Edition) based on my shipment:

Because the balm is so light, I found it much more cost-effective to buy three tubes at once. This way, the base shipping fee is distributed across multiple items, making the per-unit cost of my Switzerland delivery even cheaper.

Handling Switzerland customs and delivery

My package arrived via a reliable international shipping service within about 6 business days. When shipping to Switzerland, I always keep the total value in mind to manage VAT. Since this was a small beauty purchase, the process was seamless. I also made sure to check the shipping rules for cosmetics to ensure there were no restrictions on specific ingredients for 2026. You might also like to check our guide on prohibited items if you plan on adding perfumes or aerosols to your beauty haul, as those have stricter regulations.

Ultimately, my experience getting the Ube balm delivered to Switzerland was straightforward. I avoided the 'Swiss tax' of high retail markups and secured a viral 2026 product that my friends are still trying to find locally.