RETURNS & EXCHANGES

We hope that you are delighted with your order. However, if you are not entirely satisfied with your products purchased from M.A.C Online, either placed in a free-standing M.A.C Store by a M.A.C Artist using our in-store mobile app or on maccosmetics.com.au you may return any item in its original, unused condition, with proof of purchase for a full refund or exchange within 14 business days from delivery (except in the case of damaged and faulty items - see below). Please note that refunds exclude any initial delivery charge and gift wrap charge, if applicable (except in the case of damaged and faulty items - see below). Your rights under this Returns & Exchanges Policy are in addition to any rights or remedies you have under law, including the Australian Consumer Law.

If you made your purchase through a partnered retailer (Adore Beauty, David Jones, Mecca or Myer) or an airport location, then any return will need to be made in accordance with the returns/cancellation policy of the relevant retailer and should not be returned directly to us. You can view our list of authorised retail locations here.

Conversely, if you purchased products on the M.A.C website, you must return them in accordance with the procedure outlined here and not directly to a partnered retail location. There are two ways to return or exchange product(s) purchased from M·A·C Cosmetics Online.

We cannot accept returned goods that we reasonably believe have been used, except those covered by our Perfect Match Guarantee*.

Refunds and Exchanges can take up to 14 business days to be processed after we receive your return. Refunds exclude any initial delivery charge and gift wrap charge (if applicable) and will be made against the original payment method used.

All offers including, (samples, gift sets and bags, full size product, discounts) are only offered free of charge when supplied with an authorised and fully completed purchase. Any purchase that is cancelled and refunded, requires the customer to return the purchase including the free of charge item(s). Partially cancelled and refunded purchases require the customer to return the partially cancelled purchase including the free of charge item(s) if the final purchase amount is below the offer qualifier.

An exchange can be made for an item of same value. Please specify the item you wish to exchange for when you return the product.

Return to Sender – if your order has been returned to us, we will email you to confirm your address details. Please allow up to 10 business days for your order to be redelivered. Please note, if your shipping address is a place of business, you need to specify the Business Name for error-free delivery.

IN-STORE RETURNS

You can return items (excluding items purchased using a MAC Pro Membership) to any free-standing M·A·C Store in Australia (excluding department stores, MECCA locations and airport locations).

We currently cannot accept gift returns in M·A·C Stores.

1. FIND A STORE
CLICK HERE to find a M·A·C free-standing store near you.

2. BRING IT IN
Please bring your packing slip in addition to the item(s) you are returning to your nearest M·A·C free-standing store.

3. REFUND
Refunds and exchanges will be processed in-store. Refunds will be made against the original payment method used. You will receive a confirmation email notification when processed. It usually takes 5-7 business days for refunds to be fully processed by credit card companies.

ONLINE RETURNS

STEP 1. – Complete the Necessary Documentation
Click here to access the Returns Portal and complete all required details, including your purchase order number, as we will use this as your proof of purchase. Please include the items you would like in your exchanged order. Please note that we cannot accept returned goods that we reasonably believe have been used, except those covered by our Perfect Match Guarantee*.

STEP 2. – Return the Product
Goods must be returned to us in their original, unused condition at our distribution centre within 14 working days of delivery. Please ensure that the returned parcel is properly sealed and that you have completed the details in the Returns Portal. Please be sure to indicate whether you require a refund, exchange or replacement and what product you want in your exchange.

STEP 3. – Processing the Refund
Refunds and exchanges will be processed within 14 business days of us receiving the item back. Exchanges will be sent via standard shipping. Please allow 7-10 business days for delivery once the request has been processed. You will receive a confirmation email notification from our Customer Service Team.

Perfect Match Guarantee
Our Perfect Match Guarantee program is designed to help you find your perfect shade. Valid for foundation, concealer and powder products listed below, if your shade isn’t a perfect match, you may send it back to exchange for another shade. Exchanges are only offered on the same product purchased.

• Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Matte Foundation + Oil Control
• Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Mini
• Studio Fix Every-wear All-Over Face Pen
• Strobe Dewy Skin Tint
• Studio Radiance 24HR Luminous Lift Concealer
• Full Coverage Foundation
• Pro Longwear Concealer
• Studio Radiance Face and Body Radiant Sheer Foundation
• Studio Fix 24-Hour Smoothwear Concealer
• Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 Foundation
• Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation
• Studio Fix Tech Cream-to-Powder Foundation
• Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation
• Studio Face and Body Foundation 120ml

Click here to access the Returns Portal and return the product to arrange your free return and exchange for your perfect shade. Please indicate in the Returns Portal the shade you would like in your exchanged order. Exchanges will only be granted for items which are returned containing a minimum of 85% of the product within 14 days from delivery. Please note a refund will not be available.

We reserve the right to cancel any order due to unauthorised, altered or ineligible use of offer, and to modify or cancel any promotion due to system error or unforeseen problems. Other restrictions may apply.

Damaged / Faulty Items

If the goods you receive are damaged or faulty, we will be happy to exchange the items or offer you a refund. Please notify us immediately by contacting us here.

This policy is only applicable to purchases made online; we are unable to process returns for purchases made within a partnered retail location.

Returns for purchases made online will not be accepted for return or exchange at a M.A.C counter but can be accepted at a M.A.C free standing store. Your statutory rights remain unaffected.

FAQs

I accidently ordered the wrong product, what should I do?
If you have accidently ordered the incorrect product, please simply return the unused item within 14 working day of delivery through our returns portal. Click here to access the Returns Portal and complete all required details, including the items you would like in your exchanged order.

Please note that we cannot accept returned goods that we reasonably believe have been used, except those covered by our Perfect Match Guarantee*.

I purchased a product in store, can I return it?
If you made your purchase through a partnered retailer (Adore Beauty, David Jones, Mecca, Myer) or an airport location, then any return will need to be made in accordance with the returns/cancellation policy of the relevant retailer and should not be returned directly to us.

Store Return policies can vary so please contact our authorised retail locations for further details. We do not accept returns from in store purchases.

How long will it take to receive a refund for my returned items?
Once received, return packages are processed within 14 business days. The time to post a credit to your account can vary and is determined by the issuing bank. Please contact your issuing bank for details.

I purchased a foundation and it’s the wrong colour, what can I do?
Our Perfect Match Guarantee program is designed to help you find your perfect shade. Valid for foundation, concealer and powder products listed below, if your shade isn’t a perfect match, you may send it back to exchange for another shade. Exchanges are only offered on the same Perfect Match Guarantee product purchased from the original order. We are not able to substitute for a product that isn’t on the list below.

Click here to access the Returns Portal and return the product to arrange your free return and exchange for your perfect shade.

I would like to return a gift, but don’t want the gift-giver to know. Can you help?
We can exchange an unwanted gift with a proof of purchase. Chat to our Customer Care team here to see if we are able to search the order on our system.

Need another question answered?
Chat to our Customer Care team here.