We’ve all been there. Experimenting with a new makeup brand only to realize it’s a little on the disappointing side. With the prices of makeup rising all the time, it’s important to know whether you’ll be able to return that bronzer before you buy it. Keep reading to find out if you can return makeup to Target.
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Can You Return Makeup To Target?
You might not guess it by reading Target’s standard return policy, but yes! You can return makeup to Target. In most other cases, Target does not accept returns on items that have been opened or used, but the company allows customers 90 days to return makeup products as long as you have a receipt.
Better yet, if you purchased your makeup with your Target RedCard, then you have a full 120 days to make your return if need be (for Target-owned cosmetic companies, you will have 1 full year to return the item).
If you end up going over the return day limit, you won’t be able to get a full refund. Instead, you will be given an in-store product gift card valid for the lowest recently listed price for the item or items you’re returning.
Are There Limits On Makeup Returns?
Even though it’s flexible and makes trying out new makeup brands a little less stressful, there are some limitations to this return policy. Target won’t accept empty or nearly empty makeup containers. There’s also a lot left up to the discretion of the employee or manager you speak to, as Target’s makeup return policy references returns being accepted “within reason.” We’ve heard stories of some people being denied returns even though they were within all the stated guidelines. So just be aware before you start shopping that aren’t any clear guarantees when it comes to returning makeup.
How To Return Makeup To Target
Returning makeup to Target is easy. If you return your makeup within 24 hours, you won’t even need a receipt. Simply return to the place where you purchased the item, and the store will be able to look up the record of your purchase.
Otherwise, you will need to arrive with your receipt or other proof of purchase. Simply speak to an employee at a point of sale or at guest services and explain that you would like to return your makeup item. The employee or manager will have the right to decide whether or not to accept your return. This will depend on a few factors like how long it’s been since you made the purchase and how much of the makeup item you have used. If the product is deemed more than lightly used, you will likely not be able to complete the return.
For online purchases, you will still be able to complete your return, but this will have to happen through the mail. To initiate a return for an item purchased online, simply follow these step-by-step instructions provided by Target.com.
Can You Return Makeup To Target Without Receipt?
Yes, you can return makeup to Target without a receipt, but there are limitations. If you return your item to a Target store within 24 hours of purchase, you will not be expected to present a receipt as the store will still have an active record of your purchase. However, if you return your item any later than 24 hours after purchase, you will be expected to provide proof of purchase.
Target accepts three forms of proof of purchase: receipts, return barcodes, or packing slips. If you do not have any of these, your return may be denied.
What Does Target Do With Returned Makeup?
While it’s unclear from their policies what exactly they do with returned makeup, we suspect that they probably don’t resell it. If makeup is unopened and unused, there’s a chance it might end up back on the shelves, but more than likely, all makeup that gets returned to Target is either thrown away or returned to the manufacturer for disposal.
FAQs
Can you return makeup to Target without packaging?
Yes, Target accepts returns of opened makeup. However, it’s up to the discretion of the employee or guest services representative to decide whether to accept your return. If your makeup has been used more than would be necessary to tell that you didn’t like it, they might not accept your return.
Can you return makeup at Target if you don’t like it?
Yes, you can return makeup to Target for any reason. Just be prepared to explain your reasoning to the guest services agent or employee you speak to. It will ultimately be up to them to accept your return or not.
Can you return foundation to Target?
Yes. If you have a receipt and you are within the allowed return window, you can return any type of makeup, opened or unopened, to Target.
What can you not return at Target?
Items that cannot be returned to Target include:
- Opened and/or defective collectibles (including sports cards and special edition Barbie dolls)
- Personalized items
- Digital downloads
- Opened or unsealed breast pumps
- Giftcards
- Returns without a receipt may be limited based on the discretion of the employees and/or managers
You can view Target’s full list of restrictions on returns and exchanges here.
Conclusion
We hope that cleared some things up. While Target has a flexible return policy on makeup, you will need to make sure to save your receipt and to complete your return before the allowed time period has passed. And remember that even if you’ve followed all the rules, there’s still a chance your makeup return won’t be accepted. Just make sure not to use too much of the makeup you plan on returning, and you should be fine!
