Your Favourite Products Now Come In Refills to Save You More Money
Ira is the email marketing specialist at Adore. Likes: lip oils, hand creams, people letting her look up their birth chart, and her cat. Dislikes: when moisturisers smell like roses.
If you’re anything like me, throwing out your empties knowing you’re just going to buy the same thing gives you more anxiety than it does joy.
Don’t get me wrong, I love reaching the end of a beloved product. But in the moment of throwing the bottle in the bin, my heart twinges a little.
All that packaging! All that plastic! The wasted money!
I have trialled and errored my way through working out exactly what I like in terms of skincare, makeup, haircare and even home essentials (I’m very loyal to one particular handwash brand, which you can find in different spots around my house).
Sustainability is important to me. I’m not perfect, and this isn’t the place to start the debate over how much impact an individual actually can have.
But trying to make smarter choices where I can brings me some peace of mind.
So, I’m loving the new direction beauty brands are taking in creating refillable products.
I already refill my favourite hand and body washes into containers I like, why not do the same with my favourite perfume or hair oil?
Slowly but surely I believe we’re going to get a point where this is just the norm.
But for now, let’s give the claps and snaps to the brands who have already started leading the charge.
Refillable products are simply a smarter choice, not to mention cheaper in the long run (as you can see in the video below):
Our Adore Beauty shelves are starting to fill up with refillable beauty.
Here’s a rundown of our current top picks:
Refillable Skincare.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel M Eco Refill.
Fast facts:
- Purifying, foaming gel cleanser.
- 400ml refill pack to top up your existing 400ml pump bottle.
- Suitable for daily use.
- Removes makeup and impurities.
- Helps lift away excess oil and dirt.
- Suitable oily, sensitive, and blemish-prone skin.
Why we love it:
If we take the notion of a ‘must have’ very literally, a cleanser is definitely on that list.
Personal note to La Roche-Posay: Toleriane cleanser next, please! ;)
Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel Refill.
Fast facts:
- Resealable spout for closure.
- Can be used to refill any size bottle.
- Made of 75% less plastic than the 16.9oz retail bottle and pump.
- Soap-free formula.
- Suitable for all skin types.
- Mild enough for daily use.
- Leaves skin feeling smooth and clean.
Why we love it:
Calling all lovers of this cult-favourite cleanser: you never have to be without!
KORA Organics Turmeric Glow Moisturizer Refill Pod.
Fast facts:
- Boosts moisture.
- Smooths and plumps the appearance of skin.
- Restores tired skin.
- Minimises the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Brightens the appearance of skin tone and texture.
- Strengthens the skin barrier.
Why we love it:
This moisturiser is energised with Citrine, a stone believed to promote self-confidence, abundance and positivity – what better way to embody these values than with sustainable shopping?
Refillable Haircare.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo 500ml Refill Pouch.
Fast facts:
- Shampoo for very damaged or weakened hair.
- Helps reduce and repair damage to the surface of the hair.
- Improves hair shine and strength.
- Lightweight finish on hair.
- Enriched with gold quinoa and protein.
Why we love it:
Harness the power of gold quinoa and protein in a refillable 500ml refill pouch.
Kérastase Genesis Bain Hydro-Fortifiant Refill Shampoo.
What: Kerastase Genesis Bain Hydro-Fortifiant Refill Shampoo Pouch For Weakened Hair Prone To Breakage 500
Fast facts:
- Gentle, strengthening shampoo for fine hair.
- Works against hair fall.
- Strengthens hair through the lengths.
- Soothes and hydrates.
- Cleanses and nourishes.
- Contains 82% less plastic than two 250ml bottles.
Why we love it:
This shampoo is always in my mum’s list to add to my Adore orders, so this new 500ml pouch is perfect.
She can enjoy her favourite, strengthening shampoo for longer.
Refillable Fragrances.
Yves Saint Laurent Libre EDP Refill Bottle.
Fast facts:
- Head: Mandarin. Petitgrain. Lavender. Blackcurrant.
- Heart: Lavender. Jasmine. Orange Blossom.
- Base: Madagascan Vanilla. Cedarwood. Ambergris. Musk.
Why we love it:
Feel libre (free) to embrace this bold, feminine EDP in a sustainable way.
Prada Paradoxe Virtual Flower Refill.
What:
The Prada Paradoxe comes in two refills:
Fast facts:
- Top Notes: Calabrian Bergamot Heart, Tangerine Essence, Pear Accord.
- Heart Notes: Neroli Essence and Neroli Bud Essence, Tunisian Orange Flower Heart Absolute Blossom, Jasmine Sambac Absolute.
- Base Notes: Amber Accord, Laos Benzoin Resinoid, Madagascar Premium Bourbon Vanilla Infusion, White Musk Accord.
Why we love it:
The Prada Paradoxe bottle is iconic, but let’s be real: you only need the one.
Refillable Everyday Must-Haves.
Jane Iredale PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation Refill.
Fast facts:
- Makeup delivers a sheer, semi-matte finish.
- Water-resistant for up to 40 minutes.
- Antioxidant-rich formula helps to protect against UV damage.
- Gentle and hygienic.
- Vegan and cruelty-free.
Why we love it:
Why waste a perfectly good compact? Pop in a refill on your favourite foundation instead!
ECOYA Car Diffuser Refills.
The under $25 ECOYA car diffusers which you can read more about here, also come in refills for each scent! Simply refill your existing car diffuser with your favourite scent, or even mix and match!
Fast facts:
- Vegan.
- Free from harmful ingredients.
- Each box comes with three refill discs.
Why we love it:
This recent ECOYA car diffusers review influenced all of us that we need to be bringing a luxe scent to our car spaces as well as our homes and for under $15 for the 3 pack refills? A no-brainer to stock up.
Did you know ECOYA has a few other refill products too? Check them out here.
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