How to ship beauty, fragrances & cosmetics across the EU. [SAMOS e-commerce LTD](/)Open main menu Search Services Pricing Resources Blog [ Login ](https://connect.samos-e.com/login) ![Shipping fragrances & cosmetics to the EU](https://samos-e.com/storage/169/conversions/Shipping-Fragrances--&-Cosmetics--to-the-EU-blog---Main-Graphic--main.jpg) Problems shipping cosmetics and fragrances across the EU? - your solution. ========================================================================== We have your solution for shipping beauty products, fragrances and cosmetics across the EU – because you’re worth it! ![Picture of Ben Bagnulo](https://samos-e.com/storage/150/conversions/ben-main.jpg) Ben Bagnulo CEO at SAMOS - [I want to sell beauty products online to EU customers, why is it so difficult to deliver the goods?](#content-i-want-to-sell-beauty-products-online-to-eu-customers-why-is-it-so-difficult-to-deliver-the-goods) - [What sort of challenges are beauty, fragrance and cosmetic companies experiencing when shipping online goods direct to consumer in the EU?](#content-what-sort-of-challenges-are-beauty-fragrance-and-cosmetic-companies-experiencing-when-shipping-online-goods-direct-to-consumer-in-the-eu) - [What is the best way to ship makeup, beauty products, fragrances and cosmetics into the EU?](#content-what-is-the-best-way-to-ship-makeup-beauty-products-fragrances-and-cosmetics-into-the-eu) - [Selecting a trustworthy shipping partner](#content-selecting-a-trustworthy-shipping-partner) 25th July 2024 Updated 10 months ago Share this article - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on LinkedIn]() - Copy Link **Whilst there’s a huge market for selling online fragrances and cosmetics in the EU, getting those products to their destination with your current parcel carrier can often be a bit of a headache. Here’s the lowdown on the issues facing businesses shipping beauty products, cosmetics and fragrances direct to consumer into the EU and how ultimately you really can do it hassle free.** Thanks to the power of technology and online platforms, there has never been a better time to sell fragrances and cosmetics. According to the global McKinsey report on how Covid-19 changed the face of the beauty industry, beauty brands have seen an increase of 20-30% in online sales since the pandemic. Read any country’s e-commerce report and you’ll see that beauty products make up a significant number of sales. From perfume to deodorants through to moisturisers and lipsticks, the variety of products sold across the beauty industry is enormous. However, getting those products from the UK into EU countries through customs and into the hands of your customer isn’t always easy. [\#](#content-i-want-to-sell-beauty-products-online-to-eu-customers-why-is-it-so-difficult-to-deliver-the-goods "Permalink")I want to sell beauty products online to EU customers, why is it so difficult to deliver the goods? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shipping fragrances and makeup products direct to consumer with the large UK parcel carriers into the EU can present unique obstacles. Given the chemical ingredients that may be used, and in the case of fragrances, alcohol content, beauty and skincare products are heavily regulated. That applies to aerosols too. Most EU countries have strict rules that govern the contents and packaging of beauty products, some more so than others, and these restrictions can be a little tricky to navigate. [\#](#content-what-sort-of-challenges-are-beauty-fragrance-and-cosmetic-companies-experiencing-when-shipping-online-goods-direct-to-consumer-in-the-eu "Permalink")What sort of challenges are beauty, fragrance and cosmetic companies experiencing when shipping online goods direct to consumer in the EU? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cosmetics and fragrance shipping restrictions vary in the EU from country to country, and they can any impose checks on specific products, ingredients or chemicals. Countries like Italy, Portugal, Spain and Ireland often reject shipments of cosmetics and fragrances from outside the EU. All this means that some shipments will clear with no issues and others constantly returned. It's become unpredictable and difficult to manage, risking poor reviews and sales. [\#](#content-what-is-the-best-way-to-ship-makeup-beauty-products-fragrances-and-cosmetics-into-the-eu "Permalink")What is the best way to ship makeup, beauty products, fragrances and cosmetics into the EU? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [**Take a look**](https://samos-e.com/blog/tariff-codes/restricted-tariff-codes-being-returned-from-ireland-problem-solved) at our article which looks at the difficulties shipping direct to consumer into Ireland with other parcel carriers. It explains why the direct-country entry clearance processes adopted by other parcel carriers causes endless problems in contrast to the single-point EU entry and clearance process adopted by SAMOS which ensures parcels are cleared and delivered. The same single-point EU entry and clearance process is used for all shipments by SAMOS, including fragrances and cosmetics, which is why only shipping with SAMOS is hassle-free. It's our simplified system of delivering to the EU, using single point of entry for customs clearing, that significantly reduces the chances of goods being turned away and returned. [**See how**](https://samos-e.com/customer-stories/the-grooming-clinic) this beauty product business didn't think they could continue to trade into Europe until they found SAMOS. [\#](#content-selecting-a-trustworthy-shipping-partner "Permalink")Selecting a trustworthy shipping partner ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When shipping your products, you will want to ensure that your parcels arrive at their destination as smoothly as possible. SAMOS enables you to have complete visibility of your shipment at every stage and your customer will be able to track their parcel in real time too. Added to this, our unparalleled customer service, means you get the answers you need, when you need them – and from a human too! Don't forget, your customers are never asked for fees and taxes before delivery with SAMOS, guaranteed - contact us and we'll explain how this works. To take the hassle out of shipping fragrances or cosmetics to another country, get in touch with SAMOS today. ![Picture of Ben Bagnulo](https://samos-e.com/storage/150/conversions/ben-main.jpg) Ben Bagnulo CEO at SAMOS - [I want to sell beauty products online to EU customers, why is it so difficult to deliver the goods?](#content-i-want-to-sell-beauty-products-online-to-eu-customers-why-is-it-so-difficult-to-deliver-the-goods) - [What sort of challenges are beauty, fragrance and cosmetic companies experiencing when shipping online goods direct to consumer in the EU?](#content-what-sort-of-challenges-are-beauty-fragrance-and-cosmetic-companies-experiencing-when-shipping-online-goods-direct-to-consumer-in-the-eu) - [What is the best way to ship makeup, beauty products, fragrances and cosmetics into the EU?](#content-what-is-the-best-way-to-ship-makeup-beauty-products-fragrances-and-cosmetics-into-the-eu) - [Selecting a trustworthy shipping partner](#content-selecting-a-trustworthy-shipping-partner) 25th July 2024 Updated 10 months ago Share this article - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on LinkedIn]() - Copy Link Who is SAMOS? ------------- SAMOS is parcel logistics company based in London, specialising in creating and engineering customer-focussed e-commerce parcel delivery and returns solutions. 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