An Intro into Refillable Perfumes

WHY IS REFILLABLE PERFUME ONLY AVAILABLE NOW?

Alice du Parcq, a well-known perfume expert, explains that although the perfume industry is a little late in the game compared to other beauty industries, it has been doing very well in terms of ingredient regulations, sustainability, transparency and fair trade. She also recommends using high-quality synthetics instead of unsustainable naturals.

As with everything, there will always be a problem. Complex spray dispensers and cellophane are expensive and difficult to make green. It is alcohol at the end, so you need to provide protection and security when it travels in cargo. Refillable perfumes are making things easier.

Du Parcq feels that refillable perfumes are not being discussed loud enough. «I consider refillable perfume a positive gesture for a consumer. But I don’t believe the refillable part is being activated at the sales counter. «In all the years that I have been discussing perfume on social media, not one person has ever asked me if a refillable bottle was available.» This shows how much work remains to be done.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO REFILL A PERFUME BOX?

As long as the container is designed to be reusable, it will work! There are many ways to do it. Many refillable perfume bottles come with a twist lid that has an attached spray. This allows you to twist off the cap, remove the lid and pour away. The refills are usually designed with a clever pouring mechanism that ensures you don’t spill perfume or make a mess.

HOW TO REFILL?

There are few options for refilling a perfume. You can buy a refill by simply topping up your perfume bottles at home. Some brands, such as Le Labo, offer in-store refills.

WHAT IS ATOMIZER PERFUME?

An atomizer, a small travel-sized perfume container that can be filled with any fragrance that is pourable, is ideal. This is a great way to take your perfume on vacations or to refill it when you get back.

SOME OF THE BEST REFILLABLE PERFUMES

LA PERLA LUMINOUS EDP
Refillable perfumes from niche brands

La Perla is not a niche brand. La Perla, the brand that makes some of the most beautiful bras in the world, is not the place you’d think of going to for your perfume or refillable perfume. We are proud to say that the brand has made significant progress in both areas and all of their perfumes can now be refilled.

La Perla’s peekaboo lace balconyette inspired this option. It is actually quite genius. This perfume was very reliable and safe, but it did feel a bit sensual and sexy. This is not the perfume for passionate love affairs. It’s the scent of long-lasting and enduring love.

LANCOME LA VIIE EST BELLE EDP
The best refillable perfume

Lancome’s iconic scent La Vie est Belle has been restocked to celebrate its tenth anniversary. The fragrance inside is the same, but you can refill the beautiful glass bottles instead of buying a new one every time.

This one was a bit tricky to refill. Just unscrew the lid and pop the refill on top. Give it a quarter turn to fill the bottle. Then, close the refill by turning it back.

PRADA PARADOXE EDP
Refillable perfumes by top designers

This triangular-shaped perfume bottle is inspired by the brand’s iconic logo. The bottle fits perfectly in your hand when you spray it, making you wonder why perfume bottles aren’t triangular. This is only one aspect of the fragrance’s well-thought out design.

Every size can be refilled, and three of the most important ingredients are sustainably sourced. All packaging is also recyclable. It’s really all about the fragrance. It’s just amazing. It manages to be both fresh and clean while still being sexy and smokey with a touch of fruit. This perfume is suitable for all ages, no matter where you are or what you wear. Shouldn’t this be the goal of all perfumes?

DRIES VAN NOTEN ORANGE SMOKE EDTA
Refillable, surprising perfumes

We don’t consider this surprising, but Dries Van Noten’s decision to offer refills is not surprising.

These are delicious, and great for both autumn and winter. It was a bit spicy, but it still retained a lot of freshness. Then there’s the zesty but not too tart orange. It’s super fashionable, unisex and simply wonderful.