Privacy Notice

Effective Date: November 10, 2025

At Kate Somerville, we respect your privacy and value the trust you place in us.
 This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit katesomerville.com or interact with us online or offline.

This Notice applies to Kate Somerville Skincare, LLC, part of the Rare Beauty Brands portfolio (“we,” “us,” or “our”).

 

 

1. Who We Are

Kate Somerville Skincare, LLC
 Part of Rare Beauty Brands
 399 Boylston St, Ste 650
 Boston, MA 02116 USA

For questions about this Notice or your data:
 📧 customercare@katesomerville.com
 📞 (888) 243-0646

 

 

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information directly from you, automatically when you use our Site, and from trusted partners who support our business.
 The chart below summarizes the categories of information we collect, examples of each, why we collect them, and with whom they may be shared.

Category

Examples

Purpose of Use

Shared With

Identifiers

Name, email address, billing and shipping address, phone number

To process orders, manage your account, and communicate with you

Service providers (fulfillment, delivery, customer support)

Payment Information

Credit/debit card details (processed securely by partners)

To complete purchases and prevent fraud

Payment processors only

Commercial Information

Purchase history, product preferences

To personalize your shopping experience and improve products

Marketing and analytics partners

Internet or Device Activity

IP address, browser type, pages viewed, time spent on site

To operate, secure, and improve our Site

Analytics providers

User Content

Reviews, photos, survey responses

To feature testimonials and engage our community

Publicly (if you submit content)

Geolocation Data (approximate)

Derived from IP address

To localize offers and enhance site performance

Service providers

Inferences

Preferences or interests drawn from shopping or browsing data

To tailor recommendations and marketing

Marketing partners

Sensitive Information (optional)

Skincare quiz responses or concerns you choose to share

To provide personalized product advice

Not shared outside Kate Somerville

We do not sell your personal information and do not use it for automated decision-making.

 

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfill orders

  • Communicate about purchases, updates, and support

  • Personalize content and recommendations

  • Improve our products and services

  • Send marketing emails (with your consent where required)

  • Detect and prevent fraud or security issues

  • Comply with legal obligations

 

 

4. Sharing Your Information

We share data only as necessary to run our business responsibly:

Recipient Category

Purpose of Sharing

Service Providers

To fulfill orders, host the Site, and support operations

Business Partners

To measure performance and deliver relevant offers

Legal Authorities

When required to comply with law or protect our rights

Corporate Affiliates

Within Rare Beauty Brands to ensure business continuity

Your personal data continues to be stored and processed in the same secure systems as before our transition to Rare Beauty Brands. No changes have been made to how your information is handled.

 

 

5. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Operate essential website functions

  • Analyze traffic and improve performance

  • Deliver personalized content and ads

You can manage cookies through your browser or our Cookie Settings panel.

 

 

6. Your Choices

You can:

  • Opt out of marketing emails at any time

  • Access, correct, or delete your information by contacting us

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

  • Limit cookies via browser settings

If you are a California resident, see Section 9 for additional rights.

 

 

7. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as needed for the purposes outlined here — for example, to fulfill orders, manage accounts, or comply with law.
 When no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

 

 

8. Security

We use industry-standard measures such as encryption, access controls, and regular monitoring to protect your data.
 While no system is completely secure, we continually review our safeguards to maintain the highest possible standards.

 

 

9. Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)

If you reside in California, you have rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including to:

  • Know what data we collect and how we use it

  • Request deletion or correction of your information

  • Opt out of “selling” or “sharing” personal data (we do not sell data)

  • Receive equal service and pricing regardless of your privacy choices

Submit requests to customercare@katesomerville.com. We may verify your identity before processing your request.

 

 

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect their information.
 If you believe a child has shared data with us, contact us so we can remove it.

 

 

11. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in the United States and other countries where we or our service providers operate.
 We apply appropriate safeguards to ensure protection consistent with applicable laws.

 

 

12. Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to other websites or social platforms. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing information.

 

 

13. Changes to This Notice

We may update this Notice from time to time to reflect new laws or business changes. We’ll update the “Effective Date” and, for significant changes, provide additional notice.

 

 

14. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Privacy Notice accessible to everyone. If you need it in an alternative format or experience difficulty accessing it, please contact us at customercare@katesomerville.com.

 

 

15. Contact Us

Kate Somerville Skincare, LLC
 Part of Rare Beauty Brands
 399 Boylston St, Ste 650
 Boston, MA 02116 USA
 📧 customercare@katesomerville.com
 📞 (888) 243-0646

 

 

Your trust is at the heart of our brand.

We believe beautiful skin begins with transparency — including how we care for your personal information.