12 Refillable Beauty Products for A Less Wasteful Routine
Sustainable and environmentally responsible, refillable beauty products are changing the game in the beauty world.
As warnings of human consumption having a negative impact on the earth take over the media, an innovative way to purchase beauty products offers a solution. Beauty products typically produce extensive amounts of plastic and waste, but now brands of all sizes are reversing their environmental impact. Refillable beauty products have been popping up in all sorts of sizes. From creams to deodorants, these products will add a quick change to your lifestyle.
Sonya Lunder, senior toxics advisor of Sierra Club's Gender, Equity & Environment program, described to Allure, "Only nine percent of the plastics made have ever been recycled, and I am motivated to reduce my environmental footprint where possible."
Additionally, it is clear consumers are becoming more conscious of their footprint as these refillable options have been extremely popular. In March 2021, congress introduced the Break Free From Plastic Act to encourage producers to reduce their plastic pollution by using more refillable, returnable containers for their products.
Here are some of L'OFFICIEL's favorite refillable beauty products.
Noble Panacea Radiant Resilient Moisturizer
Luxury skincare is not always wallet-friendly, but with high-quality products like Noble Panacea, it's worth it. The Radiant Resilient Moisturizer is now available in refills packaged in recycled paper.
Augustinus Bader The Serum
Another way of providing products with easy refills is a subscription-style service. Augustinus Bader offers The Serum with a three-month refill when it is first bought. On top of being environmentally conscious, this is perfect for forgetful but dedicated consumers.
La Prairie Pure Gold Radiance Concentrate
La Prairie has also begun offering its Pure Gold Radiance Concentrate with refills. The majestic gold bottle is the picture of elegance. Because of the high quality, the bottle is meant to be kept forever. The vessel is available for purchase when the product runs out.
Kiehl's Amino Acid Conditioner
Kiehl’s has long been a fan favorite. Its variety of products is available with refill pouches. This allows consumers to purchase one container and pump, and then easily re-pour the product at home.
Milk Makeup Sunshine Under Eye Tint + Brighten Light Coverage Concealer
Known for products that achieve the natural glowy look, Milk Makeup is following suit in the journey towards a sustainable beauty world. The popular Milk Makeup Sunshine Under Eye Tint + Brighten Light Coverage Concealer, at $28, now has tubes that can easily be popped into the case.
Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Water
For tanning, the Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Water is a favorite. The self-tanner comes in three depths and is super easy to use. Now, there is no need to purchase another spray bottle, allowing buyers to always achieve the perfect tan, guilt-free.
Fenty Beauty Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Sunscreen is a necessity in the skincare department. Buying a high-quality product that does not cause breakouts is important. But, expensive. Fenty Skin is now offering its Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30, for only $35, with $30 refills.
Tata Harper Restorative Eye Crème
Tata Harper’s best-selling Restorative Eye Crème is opting for a new refillable packaging. After about two months of using the product one to two times a day, you can purchase a new fill. This saves about six bottles a year.
Glossier You Solid Perfume
Glossier joined the fight for sustainable beauty in 2021. The You Solid perfume is available with refills for the uniquely egg-shaped container in the brand's iconic light pink color.
Upcircle Beauty Razor
Refillable razors have been around for a while. Consumers can save their handles and attach new blade inserts. However, Upcircle Beauty is challenging the razor industry to go further with sustainability efforts. With the razor, you can simply buy new blades, without all the plastic.
Hermès Lipstick
Hermès now offers refills for many of its high-quality lipstick shades. For those who have found their signature color, it makes it much easier to purchase many refills at once. While the full-priced product sells for $75, the refill goes for $55.
Le Labo Perfume
Le Labo also offers refills for its perfume in travel-sized bottles. The smaller size fits perfectly into a thick metal case that can be engraved with your initials.
