Returns & after-sales care

Returns & After-Sales Care

If something isn't right, we'll help. Beauty tools come with a 14-day trial, unopened skincare can be returned within 14 days of delivery, and returns are free.

Eligibility

Is my item eligible?

  • Within 14 days

    Request your return within 14 days of delivery.

  • Tools: 14-day trial

    Beauty tools can be returned undamaged and complete, even after testing. Skincare, gel polish, nail stickers and makeup sponges must be unopened.

  • Faulty or damaged

    Damaged or defective items are prioritised for a full refund or replacement at no additional cost.

Step by step

How to return an item

  1. Contact us

    Send a message through BeautyEssence Support with your order number and the item you'd like to return.

  2. Receive your return details

    We'll confirm your return and explain how to send the item back.

  3. Send it back

    Pack the item securely in its original packaging. We recommend a tracked postage service.

  4. Refund

    3–7 working days after approval

    Once your return is received, inspected and approved, your refund is processed to your original payment method.

Good to know

Product condition and hygiene

  • Hygiene comes first

    For hygiene reasons, opened skincare, gel polish, nail stickers and makeup sponges can't be refunded unless they are faulty. Tested beauty tools are fine to return if undamaged.

  • No direct exchanges

    We don't offer direct exchanges. Return the item and place a new order instead.

  • No restocking fees

    We don't charge restocking fees on eligible returns.

Full returns policy

We want returning a product to be clear and simple. Beauty tools come with a 14-day trial, unopened skincare can be returned within 14 days, and returns are always free. Here's how it works, in line with our Refund Policy.

Returns at a glance

Topic Details
Return window 14 days from the date of delivery
Beauty tools (14-day trial) You can try your tool. Return it undamaged, clean and complete, with all parts, accessories and packaging.
Skincare and cosmetics Returnable only if unopened and sealed. This includes gel polish, nail stickers and makeup sponges. For hygiene reasons, opened cosmetics can't be refunded unless faulty.
Return postage Free. We email you a prepaid return label once your request is approved.
Faulty or damaged items Please contact us as soon as possible, ideally within 7 days of delivery, for a replacement or refund. Your legal rights for faulty goods still apply after that.
Wrong item received Contact us straight away and we'll send a return label and a replacement.
Exchanges Available for selectable variants (for example, a different colour) once your request is approved.
Refund timing Processed within 5–7 working days after your return is received, inspected and approved.
Refund method Original payment method, or store credit where applicable. No restocking fees.

How to start a return

  1. Submit your request through our support page with your order number and email address.
  2. We'll confirm eligibility and email you a prepaid label with packing instructions.
  3. Pack the item securely, with all parts and accessories, in its original packaging and send it back. Please keep your proof of postage.
  4. Once your return arrives and is inspected, we'll email you to confirm the outcome and your refund.

Your legal rights

Under UK consumer law you can cancel your order within 14 days of receiving your items, and you then have a further 14 days to return them. Faulty or misdescribed products are covered by the Consumer Rights Act 2015. Nothing in this page affects your statutory rights.

Need help?

Read our FAQs or contact our support team.

Checklist

What to have ready before contacting us

  • Your order numberFound in your order confirmation email.
  • The item and quantityTell us which product you'd like to return.
  • Photos for damaged itemsInclude photos of the product and its packaging.
  • A short reasonIt helps us resolve things in one reply.

Ready to start a return?

Send us your order number and we'll guide you through the next steps.