Sephora Return Policy

Last verified: February 17, 2026

★★★3.0/5(31 shopper ratings)

Sephora's return policy was updated in 2025: you now have 30 days from purchase to return new or gently used products for a full refund. After 30 days, no refunds or store credit are offered (previous policy allowed exchange/store credit up to 60 days). Free return shipping online; free in-store returns at any Sephora location.

Return Window

30 Days

Standard items

Receipt Required?

Yes

See details below

Free Return Shipping?

Yes

In-Store Returns?

Yes

For online purchases

Exceptions & Special Categories

Different return windows than the standard 30 days

Beauty Insider rewards/samplesNon-returnable
Gift cardsNon-returnable
Salon servicesNon-returnable
Items returned after 30 days (no refund or credit — policy changed April 2025)Non-returnable

What if I Don't Have a Receipt?

Beauty Insider account purchase history can be used to look up purchases. Otherwise, order confirmation email or receipt required.

How You'll Be Refunded

Original payment method for returns within 30 days

📋 Official policy: Sephora Return Policy Page →

What Shoppers Say About Sephora's Return Policy

★★★★★Ease: 3/5Dec 2025

30 days now instead of 60. Disappointing change.

★★★★★Ease: 4/5Dec 2025

At least they still take opened products.

★★★★Ease: 4/5Dec 2025

Beauty Insider members don't get any extra time.

★★★★★Ease: 3/5Oct 2025

They used to be so generous. Now it's just average.

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