#shippingtips

your customer has already decided if your brand is good… before they even open the box 📦

like imagine waiting days for your order and it shows up looking like it lost a fight with a truck 😭

yeah… that is your brand now

good packaging = “okay this brand knows what they’re doing” bad packaging = “did i just get scammed”

no pressure or anything

Most businesses discover the true value of freight insurance only after suffering a loss. A single damaged or missing shipment can wipe out weeks of profit. This guide breaks down what freight insurance covers, the types of policies available, and how to pick the right one for your cargo volume and routes.

Whether you're a small seller or a large-scale distributor, having the right coverage in place means you're protected when the unexpected happens on the road, sea, or air.

LTL vs FTL Shipping: Choose Smart for Amazon FBA

E-commerce sellers often face the LTL vs FTL dilemma when shipping pallets to Amazon warehouses. LTL (Less Than Truckload) shares truck space for smaller loads (1-10 pallets, 150-15,000 lbs), cutting costs but adding 3-10+ days transit with multiple handling points. FTL (Full Truckload) dedicates the entire truck for 10+ pallets or 10,000+ lbs, offering direct routing, 1-5 day delivery, and just 2 touchpoints—ideal for time-sensitive or fragile goods.

customs reminder ⚠️

packages getting held or delayed lately… and most of the time, it comes down to inaccurate declarations.

if the info doesn’t match, expect: — delays — extra fees — or even returns

hipping costs are going up everywhere 🚨

but right now, vigorbuy is still offering up to 30% off shipping

ship earlier → save more wait longer → pay more

So You Think You've Found a Good Freight Forwarder… Think Again 🚢📦

Real talk for every small eCommerce brand and Amazon seller out there trying to figure out international shipping —

Picking a freight forwarder isn't just about who quotes you the lowest rate.

Here's what actually matters and nobody talks about it enough:

🔍 Do they know Amazon's rules? Not every forwarder understands FBA inbound requirements. One wrong label, one missed compliance step, and your whole shipment gets rejected at the FC. Fun times.

📍 Where are their consolidation points? A forwarder with US hubs close to Amazon fulfillment centers = faster middle mile + fewer handoff disasters.

📋 Who handles your customs paperwork? Economy options often leave you to figure this out alone. The good ones hold your hand through it.

💸 Does cheap actually mean cheap? Spoiler: sometimes the budget forwarder costs you more in delays, reshipments, and lost sales than the slightly pricier reliable one.

Whether you're shipping from China, Europe, or Canada — the forwarder you pick quietly shapes your entire supply chain.

Explore how the right shipping choices help beauty brands deliver products safely, reduce damage, and create a smooth unboxing experience customers love. A quick guide to smarter, stress‑free shipping.