What Is Refillable Makeup? How It Works and Why It Costs Less

Refillable makeup lets you reuse your packaging instead of replacing it. It saves waste and money.

Here is how it works, and why it costs less.

What is refillable makeup?

Refillable makeup is sold in a container you keep. When it runs low, you buy a refill.

The refill slots into or tops up your original compact, jar or bottle. There is no need to rebuy the packaging.

How does refillable makeup work?

Buy your foundation, blush or eyeshadow once in its refillable format. Use it as normal.

When empty, order a refill pan or pouch. Replace or top up, and continue.

See our simple guide to refilling makeup.

Why does refillable makeup cost less?

A refill has no new outer packaging, lid or applicator. You are paying for the product only.

That makes refills cheaper than a full-size repurchase. You save with every top-up.

You also reduce waste, so it is kinder to the planet too.

How much waste does refillable makeup save?

Since 2010, Adorn customers have made over 221,000 refills. That has kept more than 11,000kg of packaging from landfill.

Every refill is one container that never had to be made.

Is refillable makeup as good as regular makeup?

Yes. The formula is identical — only the packaging changes.

You get the same coverage, colour and performance, with less waste.

The takeaway

Refillable makeup keeps your packaging, cuts your costs and reduces waste. It is a simple, better way to shop.

Adorn Cosmetics pioneered refillable makeup in Melbourne in 2008 — a world first. Explore our refillable foundations or read refillable vs recyclable beauty.