Terms of service

OVERVIEW

Welcome to ApexDerm.store (the "Site"). The terms "we", "us", "our", and "Merchant" refer to STARPATH LINK INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED (trading as Starpath Link), the owner and operator of this Site. The Site is powered by Shopify's e-commerce platform to provide you with access to products and services (collectively, the "Services").

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Site and Services. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you may not use the Services.

SECTION 1 - MERCHANT IDENTITY & AUTHORIZATION

1.1 Merchant of Record: STARPATH LINK INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED is the Merchant of Record for all transactions on this Site. We are an independent, authorized retailer of ApexDerm® and Dr.pen® products.

1.2 Brand Attribution:

  • ApexDerm® is a registered trademark of Henan Jiapo Digital Technology Co., Ltd.

  • Dr.pen® is a registered trademark of Guangzhou Ekai Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.

    We are not the legal trademark holder, manufacturer, or an affiliate/official store of the aforementioned brand owners. All sales, pricing, and promotions are independently managed by STARPATH LINK INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED.

SECTION 2 - ACCOUNT & ELIGIBILITY

You represent that you are at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account. You must provide accurate and complete information during registration and checkout.

SECTION 3 - PRODUCTS & MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

3.1 Product Classification: The products sold on this Site are intended for personal skincare and cosmetic enhancement purposes only. They are not medical devices and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

3.2 Professional Advice: You should consult a qualified dermatologist or healthcare professional before using any product, especially if you have pre-existing skin conditions. We are not liable for individual outcomes or reactions.

3.3 Product Presentation: While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that product colors, images, or descriptions are error-free due to device display variations.

SECTION 4 - ORDERS & PAYMENT

4.1 Order Acceptance: Your order is an offer to purchase. We reserve the right to accept or decline orders at our discretion. Acceptance occurs when we confirm your order via email.

4.2 Payment & Billing: You agree to provide current and complete payment information. Prices are as listed at the time of order and applicable taxes and shipping fees unless stated otherwise.

SECTION 5 - SHIPPING, RETURNS & WARRANTY

5.1 Shipping: Delivery times are estimates only. We are not liable for delays caused by carriers or customs. Risk of loss passes to you upon delivery to the carrier.

5.2 Returns & Warranty: All purchases are subject to our separate Return & Refund Policy and Shipping Policy, which are incorporated herein by reference. Please review these policies for details on eligibility, timeframes, and procedures.

SECTION 6 - INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

The Site content, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is our property or that of our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, modify, or distribute any content without prior written permission.

SECTION 7 - THIRD-PARTY SERVICES & LINKS

7.1 Within Our Controlled Environment: For all transactions initiated through official links provided on this website (apexderm.store)—including, but not limited to, transactions completed via our explicitly embedded social media account links or official promotional partnership links—we, STARPATH LINK INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED, as the Merchant of Record, assume responsibility for the transaction, associated customer service, and related risks.

7.2 User-Initiated Navigation: Any risks, losses, or disputes arising from your active navigation to third-party websites, platforms, or services—through means such as using search engines, clicking on advertisements not provided by our site, or following unofficial links—are solely your responsibility. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, business practices, or transactional security of any third-party sites.

7.3 Recommendation: To protect your interests, we recommend interacting and conducting transactions only through the official links and channels provided on this website.

SECTION 8 - DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

THE SERVICES AND PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE SERVICE.

SECTION 9 - LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR PRODUCTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS OR DATA.

SECTION 10 - INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or losses arising from your breach of these Terms or violation of any law.

SECTION 11 - GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTES

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Hong Kong.

SECTION 12 - CHANGES TO TERMS

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Site. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

SECTION 13 - CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

  • Company: STARPATH LINK INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED

  • Email: service@apexderm.store

  • Address: Rm. D32, 7/F, On Cheong Factory Building, No. 19 Tai Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong