Skin Chic Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: 1/13/26

By accessing or using this website as a user (“You”), You acknowledge and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully before using this website.

This website is owned and operated by Skin Chic, LLC (“Company,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”), a limited liability company registered in the State of Montana, United States.

Mailing Address:

2901 Brooks St

Missoula, MT 59801

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at info@skinchic.com.

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INFORMATION COLLECTED

We collect a variety of information when You visit Our website, make purchases, subscribe to email or SMS communications, or interact with Us on social media. By agreeing to this Privacy Policy, You expressly consent to Our collection, use, processing, and disclosure of the information described below, including sharing such data with third-party processors as necessary for Our legitimate business purposes.

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Personal Data

Personal Data includes information that identifies You, such as Your name, mailing or shipping address, email address, telephone number, or demographic information (including age, gender, or hometown). You voluntarily provide this information when registering, making purchases, submitting inquiries, commenting on content, or participating in services or group offerings. You are not required to provide Personal Data, but refusal may limit Your access to certain features or purchases.

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Derivative Data

Derivative Data is automatically collected by Our servers and may include IP address, browser type, access times, and pages viewed. When using a mobile device or application, device type, operating system, country of origin, and usage activity may also be collected.

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Financial Data

Financial Data includes payment-related information necessary to process transactions. We retain limited financial data. Most payment information is securely transmitted to third-party payment processors such as Shopify, PayPal, and Apple Pay. Please review those providers’ Privacy Policies for details regarding their data practices.

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Social Networking Data

We may access publicly available information from social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Snapchat, and others. This may include usernames, profile images, and other public information. You may limit access through your social platform privacy settings.

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Mobile Device Data

If You access Our website via a mobile device or subscribe to SMS messaging, We may collect device identifiers, model information, and approximate location data.

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Other Information

Additional information may be requested when You voluntarily participate in surveys, contests, or giveaways. Such collection will be clearly disclosed at the time of submission.

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LAWFUL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR)

We process personal data only where permitted by applicable law, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our lawful bases include:

Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) – for marketing communications, SMS messaging, and non-essential cookies

Contractual Necessity (Art. 6(1)(b)) – to fulfill purchases or provide services

Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)) – to comply with laws and regulations

Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) – to operate, improve, secure, and market Our business, provided these interests do not override Your rights

Where legitimate interests are relied upon, We conduct a balancing test to ensure Your rights and freedoms are protected.

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USE OF INFORMATION

We use collected information to operate and improve Our website, fulfill transactions, personalize user experiences, communicate with You, and recommend products or services that may interest You.

Specifically, We may use Your information to:

• Create and manage accounts

• Deliver products or services

• Communicate with You

• Process payments and refunds

• Send newsletters and updates

• Deliver targeted advertising

• Engage on social media

• Request feedback

• Administer contests or giveaways

• Prevent fraud and enhance security

• Analyze trends and improve offerings

• Comply with legal obligations

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DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

We may share Your information with third parties under the following circumstances:

Third-Party Service Providers: hosting, analytics, payment processing, email delivery, SMS messaging, customer support

Legal Requirements: subpoenas, court orders, or lawful requests

Protection of Rights: fraud prevention, security, insurance, legal claims

Advertising Partners: subject to applicable consent requirements

Business Transfers: merger, sale, bankruptcy, or asset transfer

Public Interactions: group forums, comments, or publicly visible content

With Consent: for any additional purpose You authorize

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COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure website functionality, enhance user experience, analyze performance, and deliver advertising.

Strictly necessary cookies are always enabled. All non-essential cookies (including analytics and advertising cookies) are used only after You provide explicit consent, where required by law.

You may manage or withdraw cookie consent at any time through Your browser settings or any cookie preference tool We provide. Refusing non-essential cookies will not block access to the website, though certain features may be limited.

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WEBSITE ANALYTICS

We may use analytics providers such as Google Analytics to understand website usage. These providers may use cookies or similar technologies. We do not knowingly transfer personal data to analytics providers beyond what is necessary for aggregated reporting.

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AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING AND PROFILING

We may use limited profiling for marketing or analytics purposes, such as recommending products or displaying relevant advertisements. These activities do not involve automated decision-making that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

You may object to profiling used for direct marketing at any time.

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PROCESSING YOUR INFORMATION

Most data is processed by third-party providers. We may process data internally for account administration, contractual fulfillment, legal compliance, recordkeeping, customer support, and business improvement.

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INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS (GDPR)

Our servers are located in the United States. If You access this website from outside the U.S., including the European Economic Area (EEA), Your data may be transferred to countries that may not provide the same level of data protection.

For transfers outside the EEA, We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission and implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards.

You may request further details at info@skinchic.com.

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DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose:

Account data: retained while account remains active

Transaction records: retained as required by tax and financial laws

Marketing data: retained until consent is withdrawn

Customer communications: retained as needed to resolve inquiries

Data no longer required is securely deleted or anonymized.

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YOUR RIGHTS

You have rights regarding Your personal data, including the right to:

Access and update Your data

Withdraw consent

Opt out of marketing communications

Request data portability

Request deletion or restriction of processing

Object to processing based on legitimate interests

If You are located in the EU, You also have the right to lodge a complaint with Your local data protection authority.

Requests may be sent to info@skinchic.com. Identity verification may be required.

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CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from children under the age of 16. If such data is discovered, it will be promptly deleted.

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NEWSLETTERS AND SMS MARKETING

You may opt in to receive marketing communications. You may unsubscribe at any time using provided links or by replying “STOP” to SMS messages. Transactional communications may still be sent when necessary.

We do not sell personal data unless You have expressly opted in.

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DATA BREACH PROCEDURES

We use reasonable safeguards to protect Your data. No system is completely secure. In the event of a data breach affecting personal data, affected users will be notified within 72 hours where required, and appropriate authorities will be informed.

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NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS

California residents may have additional rights under the CPRA and CCPA. Requests may be submitted to info@skinchic.com.

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ADA ACCESSIBILITY COMPLIANCE

We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities and strive to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1 guidelines where feasible.

If You experience difficulty accessing any part of Our website or need assistance, please contact us at info@skinchic.com, and We will make reasonable efforts to provide accessible alternatives or resolve the issue promptly.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, communicated directly. 

For questions or additional information, contact info@skinchic.com.