Sustainability-minded folks in Northern Virginia are finding it easier to meet their goals
to reduce waste, thanks to a handful of stores that minimize plastic packaging.
Fillagreen, Manassas: The first zero-waste retail store and refill shop in Prince William County stocks earth-friendly detergents, bath and body products, pet supplies, and more. Fill up using your own containers or theirs. Fillagreen.com
Trace, Vienna: Fairfax County’s only bulk refill shop carries a full range of home supplies, dry foods, and personal items. Bring your own clean, reusable containers to fill with products like pasta, nuts, and lotion. The shop also carries eco-friendly home goods like baby supplies and “un-paper” towels. TraceZeroWaste.com
Virginia Mercantile, Clifton: Designed to resemble an old-fashioned general store, Virginia Mercantile carries refills of products ranging from castile soap and reef-safe sunscreen to salt and spice rubs. The shop also stocks vintage finds and other sustainable home goods. VaMercantile.com
This article originally appeared in the Best of Virginia 2025 issue.
