You are not the only one. There are a lot of people who have thought the same and have made their own businesses centred around zero packaging and zero waste.
From Belfast and Ballymena to Newry and Bangor, there are more refill stations in Northern Ireland than you would think.
Here are some of the zero waste shops around Northern Ireland that you should check out.
5. Ballycruttle Farm - 7 Tullynaskeagh Rd, Downpatrick
Located in the rural countryside of County Down, Ballycruttle Farm is one of the first farms to provide seasonal vegetables and fresh fruit, but also grocery refill opportunities for customers, providing a zero waste shopping experience and the opportunity to take a walk around the 30 hectare farm. A popular spot is the sunflower field with a walkway made for people to enjoy the wildlife that visits the sunflower field such as bees, butterflies and birds because of Ballycruttle Farm’s close relation to the RSPB. For more information go to sites.google.com/ballycruttlefarm Photo: Ballycruttle Farm via Facebook
6. The Refill Machine - Crossgar, Downpatrick
The Refill Machine was established by Céire, a woman with a passion for protecting the environment who decided to play a part in fighting against plastic pollution. She wants to help make it easier to tackle plastic pollution by reducing dependence on single use plastic and offering a refill delivery service. She sells a variety of products including personal care products, cleaning products and lifestyle products. For more information go to www.therefillmachine.com Photo: The Refill Machine
7. Lightfoot - Unit 1, 26 Central Ave, Bangor
Open from Monday to Saturday from 9am-5pm, Lightfoot was established by three friends, Paula, Therese and Nina, who wanted to make our world a better place for future generations by making changes to the way we shop now, instead of later. They are a zero waste company, stocking produce in glass jars or any container you can bring with you. All of their produce is bought locally as well to reduce their carbon footprint. For more information go to www.lightfootzerowaste.com Photo: Lightfoot via Facebook