Scrolling through zero waste online stores is the closest you’ll ever get to ‘responsible retail therapy’.

Essential food, gifts, home, and self-care for low-waste living—just a few clicks and you can get all this without the oversized packaging and plastic.

These shops stock essentials for our homes, bodies, and bellies, but do so without unnecessary packaging. That doesn’t always mean literally zero waste, but neither does zero waste living. It isn’t about being perfect; it’s about being better.

Plastic packaging is a prime place to start, considering of all plastic produced, 40% of it is packaging.

After trying several of the e-shops on this list (you can watch our video above), we’ve rounded up our favorites to make your sustainable shopping experience a zero waste one. While completely packaging-free stores online are tough to find, we’re happy to report that many of these offer completely compostable or reusable packaging.

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Index: Zero Waste Stores Online

  1. EcoRoots Jump to section
  2. ZeroWasteStore.com Jump to section
  3. EarthHero Jump to section
  4. etee Jump to section
  5. Package Free Shop Jump to section
  6. Common Good Jump to section
  7. SuperBee Jump to section
  8. Full Circle Home Jump to section
  9. Life Without Plastic Jump to section
  10. Plastic Free Pursuit Jump to section
  11. A Drop In The Ocean Jump to section
  12. Dry Goods Refillery Jump to section
  13. Zerovana Jump to section
  14. The Good Fill Jump to section
  15. Saffi Saana Jump to section
  16. The Refill Shoppe Jump to section
  17. Ecoternatives Jump to section
  18. Jungle Culture Jump to section
  19. Ecosal Jump to section
  20. Earthbits Jump to section
  21. Biome Jump to section
  22. Zero Co Jump to section
  23. The Source Jump to section

Zero Waste Online Shops in the USA & Canada

EcoRoots

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We believe down to our roots that EcoRoots is one of the best online zero waste stores, stocking a select range of sustainably and ethically sourced and plastic-free products for home, kitchen, bath, and beauty.

All are free of SLS, animal byproducts, and of course, plastic. Most products are palm oil free, too.

If you’re looking for a zero waste gift for yourself or someone else, you can find curated kits (or build your own) with the essentials for shaving, skincare, or cleaning.

The Colorado company donates 1% of profits to Ocean Conservancy and ships using reusable and recycled non-plastic packaging—like 100% compostable packing peanuts.

My Personal Review of EcoRoots:

“Joy and I have tried most of the products from EcoRoots (see the video evidence above!), from their lotion bar, and laundry sheets, to body soap, and safety razor (and a lot more). We’ve been really impressed with every product we’ve tried. This small shop really punches above its weight in terms of offering a quality line of low-waste essentials.”

Review by Lyall Mabin, SJ’s Co-founder

ZeroWasteStore.com

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No surprise here but ZeroWasteStore.com is one of the best zero waste online stores. Put simply, they have a huge selection of products that are both plastic-free, and ethical.

Here you can shop for zero waste makeup, haircare, cleaning products, baby care, and much more, either from their in-house carbon-neutral ZWS Essentials line or those from other zero waste companies. Everything is compostable or reusable, as well as cruelty-free, natural or organic, palm oil-free, and mostly vegan.

Plastic pollution, animal rights, conservation, racial justice, human trafficking, and unethical labor are but a few causes the zero waste online shop holds close to their heart. All zero waste products are sent via carbon-neutral shipping and support their contributions to 1% for the Planet.

EarthHero

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With more than 250 sustainable brands across just about all product categories, Colorado-based EarthHero is a staple for the zero waste community.

The range of this Certified B Corp is huge, including bath and beauty essentials, compostable trash bags, cleaning products, and anything else you might need to kick the plastic habit. Some of our favorite zero waste brands like Meloria’s household cleaning products and Marley’s Monster’s organic paper alternatives are featured on this waste-free shop’s online shelves.

They use sustainable packaging, partner directly with Climate Neutral to offset 100% of operations and shipping, and are a member of 1% for the Planet.

etee

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For plastic-free personal care and cleaning products, the homemade items from Toronto-based zero waste online shop etee are here to help.

You’ll find everything from dental care to eco-friendly loofah alternatives. With a 90-day risk-free guarantee, you have the freedom to try these zero waste products without worrying about waste, or wasted money.

Everything etee ships is plastic-free, including their cellulose packing tape. Between their refills and their plastic-free products, their factory is powered by renewable energy, and they regularly support organizations like Hue Man Race.

Package Free Shop

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Founded by Lauren Singer, one of the original pioneers of the zero waste movement, this next NYC IRL and online plastic-free shop considers sustainable products as a basic human right.

Committed to making plastic-free products more convenient and accessible, Package Free Shop sells health and body products, home goods like laundry bags, a complete bamboo cleaning brush set, every day reusables, indoor compost collector bins, and gifts, to name but a few. Shop easily with categories like 100% Package Free and Compostable, and properly dispose of hard-to-recycle objects by adding on a Terracycle box.

Aside from shipping plastic-free and carbon-neutral, this shop helps their vendors strive toward greater sustainability, donates to a range of organizations, and dedicates at least 15% of their stock to black-owned businesses, as per their commitment to inclusivity.

Common Good

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At Common Good, every product is made with people and the planet in mind—or should we say, for the common good. Ingredient lists are proudly published, and you’ll never see parabens, sulfates, phthalates, harsh chemicals, and anything other than RSPO-certified palm oil on them. That’s because each ingredient is carefully considered in regard to The Environmental Working Group (EWG).

Their range includes zero waste cleaning products for hands, dishes, laundry, and surfaces, all cruelty-free, non-GMO, vegan, and 100% biodegradable. All products—like bathroom cleaner and laundry soap—come unscented, or scented with aromatic bergamot or lavender essential oils.

While the liquid refill pouches are plastic, they last ages and you can return the plastic liners for them to be washed and refilled. This closed-loop program uses 86% less plastic. Alternatively, you could refill their minimalist glass bottles at at several zero waste stores across the US that carry their products in bulk.

SuperBee

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What’s all the buzz about SuperBee?

The package-free online store sells unique beeswax wraps, eco-living supplies, and sustainable travel accessories handcrafted in the hills of Northern Thailand. Their page is swarming with a hive of elegant zero waste coconut bowls, bamboo travel mugs, and toothpaste tabs waiting to find homes.

Not only does the shop provide sweet deals to shoppers, but they also create employment for women in rural areas. Labor laws are always enforced, and all workers are paid 20% above Fair Labor Association guidelines. Many of the female employees have participated in leadership training and now work in management roles.

The social enterprise is Bee-Corp certified and works with a number of organizations supporting education, healthcare, and clean water in developing areas.

Full Circle Home

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Full Circle Home is perfect for sustainability newbies thanks to some more rare eco-minded everyday essentials for every room in the house. Some of the products from this low waste shop do contain plastic, but their Zero and For Good ranges, in particular, provide plastic-free alternatives like eco-friendly sponges, paper towels, and adorably cactus-printed reusable sandwich bags.

All materials in their zero waste products range are carefully vetted based on durability. They prioritize options with sustainable materials that take less energy and produce less greenhouse gasses. Bamboo, cellulose, glass, and PCR materials are among their top choices.

The Certified B Corp is both plastic-neutral and carbon-neutral. For every ounce of plastic the shop uses, the same amount is recovered and recycled in partnership with Plastic Bank. Meanwhile, carbon emissions from international shipping are offset via Pachama.

Life Without Plastic

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The eco-conscious co-founders of Life Without Plastic are creators of the best-selling book, Life Without Plastic, which outlines a step-by-step guide to cutting plastic from your lives to keep your family and the planet healthy.

Some of their zero waste bestsellers include stainless steel folding forks, cotton mesh produce bags, and versatile stainless steel tumbler cups. Shop their Plastic Pollution Coalition Store if you want to openly support a zero waste lifestyle or their sustainable subscription boxes for seasonal shipments of sustainable goods.

You’ll find mostly plastic-free packing materials, like compostable cornstarch peanuts. However, because they reuse boxes and materials sent to them where possible, there may be some residual (but recycled) plastic.

Plastic Free Pursuit

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Driven by a love for our planet and a love for providing products that make a real change, Minnesota-based Plastic Free Pursuit is dedicated to being a totally plastic-free online store. With patterned recycled canvas duck bags, cheese food covers, and vegan foundation all in one place, you can access to 500+ unique or essential goods across categories like holiday, home goods, health & beauty products, and travel essentials.

They’re also one of the few offering additional services like gift and wedding registries, a wishlist, and a rewards program

All products are carefully vetted to be free of toxic, harmful, and wasteful ingredients, and for ethical making and ingredient sourcing policies. They come shipped in recycled, recyclable, and compostable shipping materials.

A Drop In The Ocean

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A Drop in the Ocean stocks zero waste essentials for the home, along with refillable personal care and cleaning products, starter zero waste kits, and holiday goods. We’re talking a veritable sea of all-purpose cleaning concentrates, natural deodorants, and instantly-relaxing eucalyptus shower steamers—all which are made with natural ingredients and without plastic.

The Ethical Guarantee label on each product means it is cruelty-free, vegan, fair trade certified, palm oil-free (some do contain RSPO-certified palm oil), or made locally or in the USA. They’ll also note if the product is from a B Corp or a brand that gives back.

If you’re a Washington local, keep an eye out for pop-ups where you can get product refills in your own container. Otherwise, 100% plastic-free shipping is used (including paper tape), much of which is reused or recycled. Ten trees are planted with every purchase and 1% of profits are donated to marine-specific environmental non-profits.

Dry Goods Refillery

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By shopping from zero waste grocery delivery services like Dry Goods Refillery you can sustainably score all your pantry staples, from baking ingredients for your best non-toxic bakeware to organic oats and roasted nuts, all delivered plastic-free.

Don’t worry about your refrigerator running empty; they’ve got that covered, too. Their groceries include cold goods like butter, cream cheese, eggs, hummus, and dairy and non-dairy milks alike—including tasty flavored varieties like Chocolate Oat and Matcha Latte. Among a feast of fresh foods you’ll also find refillable home goods like soaps, body wash, and surface cleaners.

Zerovana

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Zerovana is a family-owned package-free store based in Texas.

Sourcing from small, domestic businesses, Zerovana stocks categories like kitchen, cleaning, to-go, zero waste kits, bags, and palm oil-free refillable beauty and personal care. They also have zero waste gift options for your next conscious Christmas, and zero waste gift wrapping, too. The holidays just got a little less seedy with adorable plantable seeded holiday ornaments, gift tags, and greeting cards.

All products are shipped with 100% plastic-free, recyclable, and compostable materials, and 1% of their profits go to the National Forest Foundation, which plants one tree in US National Forests per dollar donated.

The Good Fill

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Nashville readers, your search for a “zero waste refill store near me” is over.

The Good Fill is a refill operation with both a brick-and-mortar location and one of our personal favorite online refill shops for home and zero waste bathroom products, such as lotions, deodorant sprays, body wash, floor cleaner, and more, all in simple, classic scents like Lavender and Citrus to fill your home with nature’s best aromas.

Online order refills come in recycled, compostable paper bags for powder goods and BPA-free plastic liquid pouches. These are made with 93% less plastic than a bottle and come with a prepaid return envelope, so they can be sent back to be refilled or recycled through TerraCycle.

Saffi Saana

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These package-free stores online are great for personal and home care products—but what about when it comes to zero waste grocery shopping?

Thanks to the Saffi Saana, online shopping for premium oils and vinegars is a piece of savory cake. High-quality oils and vinegars are sourced from Chile, Spain, Mexico, and various locations throughout the United States. The likes of zero waste and EVOO olive oils, canola oils, sherry vinegars, and more. Turn your next meal into a MICHELIN-star masterpiece with these international, award-winning flavor boosters.

They partner with restaurants to collect used glass bottles and repurpose them into containers for their plastic-free products. Transparent about what goes inside their bottles, Saffi Saana zero waste products only use natural ingredients, free from fillers, additives, and preservatives.

We’ve tested just about all their products—for which their MICHELIN Star sampler is perfect for—and while we’re fans of everything, their avocado oil goes particular well with some of our favorite sustainable snacks.

The Refill Shoppe

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The Refill Shoppe specializes in mostly vegan refillable bath/beauty products (in customizable scents), essential oils, gifts, and home cleaning items, like room spray in a huge variety of naturally derived scent blends (Ohai or Woodsy, anyone?). If you order a refill pouch, send it back with prepaid postage, and they will pressure wash, UV sanitize, and refill it for the next person.

This member of 1% for the Planet operates from sunny California and ships via USPS with minimal packing materials that are both reused and reusable. In some cases, second-life bubble wrap might be included to protect glass bottles.

Ecoternatives

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With most eco stores like, Ecoternatives, buying sustainable products doesn’t have to be more expensive. The package-free online shop stocks affordable zero waste products for your kitchen, bathroom, and shower can be found at incredible prices.

Now, your greenwashing red lights may be flashing. Usually, cheap prices come at a cost to someone in the production line. Ecoternatives cuts costs by simply charging less, focusing on alternative advertising, and deal shopping at wholesale events—absolutely no exploitation in the mix.

Ethically sourced zero waste toothpaste (in convenient tablet form), shampoo bars, and bamboo brushes lie waiting to be put into your zero waste online cart. During checkout, you can round up to the nearest cent to donate towards cleaning plastic pollution in our Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

Zero Waste Online Shops In The UK

Jungle Culture

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Jungle Culture’s range of zero waste goodies is unique while still impressive. Think: colorful safety razors and accompanying shaving soap bars to bowls and cutlery.

All products are sustainably made, plastic-free, and ethically sourced, oftentimes supporting small, rural manufacturers in developing communities. Their award-winning bamboo straws, for example, are a product of family farms in Vietnam. Online orders are shipped worldwide from the UK in biodegradable or recyclable materials.

Ecosal

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Portsmouth-based Eco-Sal offers a range of cruelty-free, mostly vegan, and palm oil-free products, many of which are sourced locally in the UK.

These include household goods, on-the-go essentials, gifts, and products for pets, kids, self-care, and hair care. Their best-selling product page is regularly updated with customer’s favorite buys. Reappearing products you’ll almost always see are natural latex rubber gloves, prevented ocean plastic spray bottles, and wooden dish brushes. Upcycled and plastic-free packaging is used, so you might receive orders in an old cereal box!

As a Just One Tree partner, a tree is planted for every purchase.

Earthbits

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Earthbits believes in the power of both individual and societal choices, and they’re trying to help make those choices better for at least one side of the equation.

Their range of zero waste bathroom, cleaning, kitchen, skincare, on-the-go, makeup, and gift products are designed to make sustainability a little easier and a lot more affordable, thanks to the lowest price guarantee. If you’re new to the zero waste game, we recommend taking a scroll down through their Easy Swaps collection, filled with the owner’s favorite alternatives to get started on your zero waste journey, like reusable produce bags, sponges, and bamboo eco-friendly cutlery.

All eco-friendly packaging is plastic-free and completely recyclable (not to mention a touch decorative).

Zero Waste Online Shops In Australia

Biome

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As one of the oldest online zero waste shops Australia has to offer, Biome has been tackling issues like greenwashing to promote safe, natural, ethical, vegan, organic, palm oil-free, and low-waste products for almost 20 years.

With more than 400 zero waste products, the store covers categories like body + beauty, slow fashion, clean, pet + home, baby + kids, and books, and food + wellness, such as zero waste supplements. While not everything is plastic-free, they do have a specific plastic-free category that holds common and unique items alike—like a 100% natural Banksia Aroma Pod to diffuse your favorite essential oils. Some items can be sent back to Biome to be responsibly recycled (including difficult-to-recycle items like pens, bread tags, and contact lenses).

The woman-founded Certified B Corp uses carbon-neutral shipping.

Zero Co

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Zero Co aims to stop a total of 3 million water bottles from entering the landfills by the end of this year. With their zero waste supplies for body care and home cleaning, you can ditch plastic from your kitchen, laundry room, and zero waste bathroom for good.

When you order your lathering liquids, you’ll be sent a bright-colored forever bottle made from repurposed plastic waste, a set of refill pouches made from recycled plastic, and a postage paid return mailer. Simply fill your forever bottle and ship the refill pouches back; they’ll clean, refill, and reuse the pouch for another order.

Zero Co has also dedicated themselves to 100 years of beach clean ups. In one year, they’ve removed over 15 million water bottles of plastic waste from around the world. Join the cause by participating in cleanups or sponsoring a rubbish bundle at checkout.

The Source

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With more than 50 physical eco-friendly grocery store locations (including in New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, and Singapore), The Source is one of Australia’s biggest and best.

Perfect for foodies and finicky eaters alike, their product range includes nuts, beans/pulses, dried fruit, herbs/spices, superfoods, flour, grains, coffee/tea, confectionery, seeds, cereals, bush tucker, oils, pasta, rice, snacks, and much more. We’re licking our low-waste lips at the looks of their Easy Meal Kits, which precombine in glass jars, so you can quickly whip up anything from Coconut Curry Lentil Soup to Chocolate & Walnut Brownies.

Everything is totally plastic-free and ready for your reusable containers (or one of their compostable paper bags). Liquids you’ll receive in reusable/recycled bottles and jars. They deliver Australia-wide in biodegradable boxes and recycled cardboard “bubble” wrap.