bareMinerals

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
30 days
Free return shipping
Yes
Receipt required
Not specified
In store return for online orders
No
Refund processing time
1-2 billing cycles
Restocking fee
Not specified

bareMinerals allows returns within 30 days of delivery for a refund to your original form of payment. Return shipping is free, and the process begins by starting a free return through the retailer's website.

How returns work

You can return items by mail using the free return shipping option. For Buy With Prime orders, you may also use carrier drop off. To initiate a return, click to start a free return on the bareMinerals website and note your reason for return on the packing slip.

Exclusions and restrictions

bareMinerals does not accept returns of empty containers or partial set or kit items. Only complete sets and kits are returnable. Foundations have a 30 day Match Guarantee that includes free return shipping.

Refunds

Refunds are issued to your original form of payment. Processing takes one to two billing cycles from the time bareMinerals receives your return.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return an item to bareMinerals?

You have 30 days from delivery to return most items. Foundations are also covered under a 30 day Match Guarantee that includes free return shipping.

Does bareMinerals pay for return shipping?

Yes, bareMinerals provides free return shipping on all returns. If your order qualifies for Buy With Prime, you also have the option to use carrier drop off.

Can I return an empty container?

No, bareMinerals explicitly excludes empty containers from returns.

Can I return a partial set or kit?

No, bareMinerals only accepts returns of complete sets or kits. Partial sets or kit items are not returnable.

How long does it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed one to two billing cycles after bareMinerals receives your return. The refund goes back to your original form of payment.

Can I exchange an item instead of returning it?

Yes, you can exchange items within 30 days of delivery. The replacement item ships at no extra cost once bareMinerals receives your original item.

Can I return an online order at a bareMinerals store?

No, bareMinerals does not accept in store returns for online orders. You must return items by mail or through carrier drop off if your order qualifies for Buy With Prime.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , Standard return method with free shipping
  • Carrier drop off , For Buy With Prime returns

Step by step

  1. Note the reason for return on your packing slip.
  2. Click to start a free return.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Foundations 30 days Match Guarantee includes free return shipping

What you cannot return

  • Empty containers , Policy explicitly excludes them
  • Partial set or kit items , Only complete sets/kits accepted

Exchanges

Exchange within 30 days of delivery; replacement ships at no extra cost after original item received

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days returns will be accepted within 30 days of receipt
Exchange window days You can request an exchange within 30 days of delivery
Free return shipping Return shipping is free
Original packaging required When returning a set or kit, we require all contents from the original set or kit
Refund method Credit will be issued to the original form of payment for the amount of the item plus sales tax
Refund processing days The credit will appear on your bank statement within 1-2 billing cycles
In store return for online Items purchased online cannot be returned or exchanged at retailers that sell bareMinerals

Return policies for similar stores

Checked against the retailer's published policy. Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policies change without notice. Confirm the current policy with the retailer before you buy.