A new approach to eco-friendly living meets Filipinos as Australian cult-favorite Scoop Wholefoods and Scoop Whole Beauty opens in the Philippines—introducing a refill-led retail experience where shoppers buy exactly what they need, when they need it.
Located at Power Plant Mall, Scoop Wholefoods — along with its personal care counterpart, Scoop Whole Beauty— offers a modern, eco-friendly way to shop. Instead of single-use plastic sachets, Scoop elevates this practice into a zero-waste routine, allowing shoppers to buy exact quantities using reusable containers or paper bags without compromising quality while supporting sustainability.
“Shopping by weight gives people the freedom to make healthier choices that respect both their budget and the planet,” share founders Jeremy and Bettina Kirk. “By choosing only the quantities they need, shoppers take full control of their spending, avoid waste and presumption, and reduce single-use plastics.”
“Filipinos have long understood the practicality buying in custom portions. Bringing Scoop to the Philippines allows us to elevate that familiar habit into a modern, zero-waste lifestyle,” say Romy Sia, Managing Director of Healthy Options Group.
Redefining the Eco-Friendly Shopping Experience
Founded in Sydney in 2013 and inspired by the vibrant traditional markets of Malta, Scoop Wholefoods began as a simple family idea built on a shared purpose. Today, with over 20 locations worldwide, that Australian family spirit connects high-quality wholefoods, healthier living, and care for the planet.
Scoop introduces a fresh retail model built on choice, discovery, and sustainability across its food and personal care offerings. No longer limited to fixed pack sizes, customers have the flexibility to purchase in bulk and in exact quantities through a pay-by-weight approach. On top of enabling them to purchase according to their budget, doing so also encourages pantry freshness by ensuring ingredients are constantly replenished rather than left forgotten.
“Conscious living is best integrated into daily routines when it is made intuitive and practical for shoppers,” Sia added. “Whether you need a single pinch of a specialty spice for a new recipe or a full week’s supply of household staples, you buy only what serves your home, eliminating both wasted food and wasted money.”
Beyond encouraging conscious pantry management, Scoop transforms routine errands into an engaging, interactive lifestyle. Shoppers can bring their own containers to eliminate single-use packaging, turning standard grocery runs into a deliberate ritual of discovery as they choose, scoop, and sample across organic whole foods, natural treats, and pantry staples.
Scoop works closely with artisanal producers in Australia to develop products tailored to customer preferences, highlighted by crowd favorites like Byron Bay chocolate-coated fruits and nuts, alongside freshly prepared granolas and mueslis.
While Scoop brings its signature international selection to Manila, the Philippine store proudly integrates local sourcing into the retail experience. Customers can look forward to homegrown staples, including locally harvested rice from Family Farms and fresh, probiotic kombucha on tap from Brye and Brew. These initial partnerships bring Filipino producers directly into Scoop’s zero-waste ecosystem, with plans to expand its network of local farmers, artisans, and makers to offer shoppers even more sustainable local discoveries.
Championing Circular Beauty
The refill philosophy extends straight into self-care through Scoop Whole Beauty, bringing zero-waste principles to personal care routines. The dedicated beauty arm offers 100% vegan, palm-oil-free, and toxin-free cosmetics and skincare crafted from ethically sourced, earth-based ingredients.
Shoppers can purchase liquid soaps, face masks, and body oils by weight, or explore plastic-free alternatives like solid shampoo bars and compostable beauty tools. To further eliminate single-use plastic, Scoop collaborates with Australian artisans on body care housed in fully compostable packaging, including natural deodorants, face washes, and lip balms.
Scoop’s lightweight, breathable mineral makeup line is especially suited for the warm, humid climate —absorbing oil and moisture while providing buildable, long-wearing coverage in tones crafted for Filipino skin. Customers can curate makeup palettes using plastic-free, refillable pans, allowing them to replace individual shades as needed without discarding an entire compact.
The Scoop Experience: Refill, Reuse, Repeat
Customers can bring their own clean containers from home or grab recyclable paper bags provided throughout the store. Empty containers are weighed at the counter first to ensure shoppers pay strictly for the contents brought home. From there, customers can explore the aisles at their own pace, gathering their selections before heading to the register to complete payment by weight.
“We designed Scoop as a welcoming space for everyone, whether you are taking your first zero-waste step or are a seasoned refiller,” share Jeremy and Bettina Kirk. “Scoop aims to be a place that enables people to take home high-quality ingredients with complete confidence that they are nourishing their families while caring for the planet.”
Visit Scoop Wholefoods at Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Makati City, and experience a fresh, zero-waste approach to daily shopping.
To learn more details about Scoop’s wholefoods selection, refillable beauty lines, and ongoing local partnerships, follow Scoop Wholefoods Philippines and Scoop Whole Beauty Philippines on social media.