How to Use Faith In Nature 5L Coconut Shampoo Refills at Home
By Faith In Nature: Natural Beauty Products and Natural ... | Published: 2026-10-13
Category: How-to Guides
A step-by-step routine for decanting and storing a 5 litre shampoo pump bottle, so you can refill at home and cut plastic waste without messy mistakes.
Quick answer
Decant your 5L coconut shampoo refill into a smaller pump bottle you can keep in the shower, and store the bulk container somewhere cool and dark. Work over a tray or sink, wipe drips immediately, and refill the small bottle before it runs completely dry. That routine keeps the big bottle clean and makes the refill last.
Why a 5L refill changes your bathroom routine
A 5-litre bottle is not designed to live in the shower. It is a reservoir: you pour from it into a smaller bottle that you actually use day to day. That single change is what makes bulk shampoo practical instead of messy. Once you accept the two-container system, the rest of the process is simple.
The main tradeoff is space. You need a cool, dark spot for the big bottle and a small pump bottle that fits your shower. If you do not have that storage, a smaller refill may suit you better than a 5L format.
What you need before you start
Gather a clean, empty pump bottle (500ml works well), a funnel or a jug with a spout, a tray or towel, and a damp cloth. Check that your small bottle is completely dry inside before filling. Any water left in it can dilute the shampoo and make it thinner.
How to store the bulk bottle between refills
Keep the 5L container capped, upright and out of direct sunlight. A cupboard or the bottom of a linen closet is ideal. Do not store it on a shelf above anything you care about. If you decant over a tray, any drips stay contained.
Label the date you opened it if you like, but avoid guessing shelf life. The product facts do not state a specific period after opening, so use your own judgment and the condition of the shampoo.
Step-by-step refill routine
- Set up a stable decanting station: Place the 5L bottle on a low surface, not a high shelf. Put your small pump bottle on a tray or folded towel next to it, and keep a damp cloth within reach. Checkpoint: if the big bottle wobbles, stop and move to a lower, flatter surface before opening it.
- Open and pour slowly: Unscrew the cap and pour through a funnel or jug into the small bottle. Stop when the small bottle is about three-quarters full, not to the brim. Common mistake: filling to the very top leaves no room for the pump tube and causes overflow when you insert it.
- Wipe the threads and close both bottles: Wipe the neck of the 5L bottle and the small bottle with the damp cloth, then screw both caps on firmly. Dried shampoo on the threads makes the cap stick later. Checkpoint: run your finger around the rim. If it feels tacky, wipe again.
- Store the bulk bottle correctly: Return the 5L bottle to a cool, dark cupboard, upright and capped. Do not leave it in the shower where heat and water can degrade the contents. Common mistake: storing it on a high shelf. If it leaks or you drop it, the mess is much worse from height.
- Refill before the small bottle is empty: Top up your small pump bottle when it is about a quarter full, rather than waiting for the last pump. This avoids a rushed refill and keeps your routine consistent. Next step: keep a spare clean pump bottle so you can swap immediately if one needs washing.
- Clean the small bottle between full refills: Every few refills, wash the small pump bottle with warm water and let it dry completely before refilling. Residual old shampoo can clog the pump. Checkpoint: if the pump starts sticking, clean it rather than forcing it.
Product facts
- Coconut shampoo - 5L: Coconut shampoo - 5L is a 5-litre refill bottle formulated for dry hair and scalp, 99.5% natural origin and free of parabens, SLS and silicones. If your scalp is dry rather than oily, this is the variant to decant into your smaller pump bottle.
- Lavender & Geranium shampoo & conditioner - aluminium refill set: Lavender & Geranium shampoo & conditioner - aluminium refill set includes two 500ml recycled aluminium bottles with pumps plus a 2.5-litre refill of each. If you want a matching shampoo and conditioner setup with a smaller bulk size, this set gives you the pump bottles and refills together.
- Box of 18 unwrapped Coconut soaps: Box of 18 unwrapped Coconut soaps is a plastic-free box of 18 Coconut Soap Bars made with organic oat extract, limeflower and elderberry. If you are cutting plastic from your whole routine, these unwrapped bars pair with your refillable shampoo setup without adding bottles.
