Refund and Returns Policy

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The “Unburdened” Guarantee:

1. The “Sample First” Policy

The Policy: Every full-sized 30ml EDP purchase comes with a free 1ml sample vial of that same scent.
The Rule: “Try the sample first. If you don’t love it, return the unopened 30ml bottle for a full refund or exchange.”
Why it’s Exceptional: It shows you trust your product enough to let them try it for free, but protects your inventory.

2. The “Car Diffuser” exception

For the $15 car diffusers, a return is often more expensive in shipping than the product is worth.

The Policy: “Love it or Pass it On.” If they don’t like the scent, tell them to keep it and give it to a friend, and you will offer them a one-time 50% discount code to try a different scent.
Why it’s Exceptional: It turns a “failed” sale into a word-of-mouth marketing win.

Standard Policy Logistics

Even with the “exceptional” perks, you need the legal “fine print” on your site:

Category	Policy Detail
Window	30 Days from the date of delivery.
Condition	Must be in original packaging. EDPs must have the plastic seal/box intact (unless using the Sample First rule).
Shipping	For small brands, the customer usually pays for return shipping unless the item was damaged in transit.
Damages	100% covered. If a bottle leaks in the mail (common with car diffusers), you send a replacement immediately, no questions asked.

How to Word it on your Website

Use your brand voice. Don’t make it sound like a legal document; make it sound like a lab technician talking to a friend.

“Our Quality Protocol” “We engineer our scents to be permanent fixtures in your ritual. If a fragrance doesn’t resonate with you, we want to make it right. We offer a 30-day window for returns on unopened bottles. We highly recommend starting with our Discovery Set or using the included sample vial before opening your signature bottle.”

The “Pro” Move: The Discovery Set

To truly provide exceptional service, your first product should be a Discovery Set (all 4 Signature scents in 1ml vials for ~$20).

The Closer: Give them a $20 credit toward a full bottle if they buy the discovery set first. This virtually guarantees a second sale.

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The Unburdened Lab Protocol: Shipping & Returns

At Unburdened Labs, we treat every order as a technical deployment. Our goal is to ensure your signature atmosphere arrives intact and ready to perform. Because we are a small-batch laboratory based in Rhinelander, WI, we’ve engineered a policy that prioritizes your experience while protecting the integrity of our craft.

1. The “Trial-First” Guarantee (EDPs)

We understand that scent is subjective. To provide exceptional service without the risk of “blind buying,” we follow this protocol for all 30ml Eau de Parfums:

The Included Sample: Every 30ml EDP purchase includes a matching 2ml sample vial tucked inside the package.
The Rule: Before breaking the seal on your full-sized bottle, test the sample first. * The Return: If the fragrance doesn’t resonate with your personal chemistry, you may return the unopened, seal-intact 30ml bottle within 30 days for a full refund (minus shipping).
Note: Once the 30ml bottle seal is broken, it is considered “deployed” and is no longer eligible for return.

2. Car Diffuser & Discovery Set Policy

Due to the nature of these items and the high cost of shipping relative to their price:

Car Diffusers: These are final sale. However, if you find a scent isn’t for you, we encourage you to “unburden” a friend with it. If you’re unhappy with your choice, contact us—we’ll send you a one-time 50% discount code to try a different profile.
Discovery Sets: These are your best entry point into the Lab and are non-refundable.

3. Damages & Lab Errors

If your order arrives compromised—leaking bottles, broken glass, or a shipment error—we take full responsibility.

Protocol: Email us a photo of the damage at [Your Email Here] within 48 hours of delivery.
Resolution: We will ship a replacement immediately at zero cost to you. No paperwork, no hassle.

4. Shipping Specs

Lead Time: As a one-man lab, please allow 3–5 business days for batching and processing before your order ships.
Carrier: We ship via USPS Ground Advantage from Northern Wisconsin. You will receive a tracking number the moment your label is generated.
International: Currently, we only ship within the United States due to the high alcohol content of EDPs.

5. How to Initiate a Return

Verify your 30ml bottle is still sealed.
Email [Your Email] with your Order Number and the reason for the return.
We will provide the return shipping address. Please note that customers are responsible for return shipping costs for non-damaged items.

Lab Note: We are here to help you find your “Flowstate.” If you have questions about which scent is right for your daily ritual before you buy, reach out to us. We’d rather help you choose the right one now than have you deal with a return later.

Shipping returns

To return your product, you should mail your product to: {physical address}.

You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.

Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you may vary.

If you are returning more expensive items, you may consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.