Refillable beauty is about to change the way you shop for makeup

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Photo: Getty Images/nortonrsx At first glance, there’s nothing wrong with your #shelfie. Your deodorant is all-natural and so is your favorite lipstick , lotion, serum, and oil . But look again: How many of those beauty and personal hygiene products are packaged in plastic? Those containers might not seem like a big deal—they’re recyclable after all—but even the most eco-minded among us play a part in contributing to the 270 million tons of plastic drifting around the world’s oceans . In a bold move toward sustainability, some of the biggest beauty brands are rethinking the user experience from the outside in. If you aren’t familiar with the refillable beauty trend, listen good. In response to the outrageous amount of pollution in our seas and its impact on both the environment and ocean wildlife , several companies are packaging beauty products in reusable containers. When the product is gone, simply refill the bottle. Based on research by the LCA Centre , Refinery29 reports that switching to a brand that offers refills is the overwhelmingly sustainable choice . In the makeup department, Stila offers an impressive assortment of refillable cosmetics, including powders to eye shadows. Dior is a newcomer to the […]

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