SOURCING DIY INGREDIENTS & ACCESSORIES
New South Wales & ACT
AWO – online and pick-up from Rydalmere
Blants – online and pick-up from Kingsgrove
Centaur Packaging – online and pick-up from Bomaderry
EarthYard – online only
Honest to Goodness – online and various stockists
New Directions – online and pick-up from Marrackville
Scoop Wholefoods – physical stores in Canberra, Orange, Newcastle, Bondi Beach, Mona Vale and Mosman
The Source Bulk Foods – physical stores in Balgowlah, Balmain, Belconnen, Bowral, Byron Bay and Dickson
Remember to check suppliers in other states for those that ship AU-wide (and even internationally).
Northern Territory
Earth Infinity – online and pick-up from Parap
Only One Earth – online and refill station store in Casuarina
Remember to check suppliers in other states for those that ship AU-wide (and even internationally).
Queensland
Bayside Soap – online and pick-up from Wynnum
Biome – online and physical stores in Balmoral, Gold Coast, Indooroopilly and Paddington
Green Living Australia – online and pick-up from Underwood
Handmade Naturals By Corinne – online only
Mouldtastic – online only (sells a range of unique silicone moulds)
Plant Essentials – online and physical store in Garbutt
Replenish Refill – online and physical store in Hervey Bay
The Source Bulk Foods – physical stores in Bulimba, Carins, Caloundra and Carindale
Vitalia – online and physical store in Mount Crosby
Remember to check suppliers in other states for those that ship AU-wide (and even internationally).
South Australia
Moana Natural Health & Organics – physical store in Moana
Natural Good Life – online and pick-up from Nangkita
The Source Bulk Foods – physical stores in Glenelg and Mitcham
Remember to check suppliers in other states for those that ship AU-wide (and even internationally).
Tasmania
Until I find suppliers in Tassie, check suppliers in other states for those that ship AU-wide.
Victoria
Auroma – online and physical stores in Hallam and Fitzroy
Biome – online and physical store in Burwood
Essence of Wellbeing – online and pick-up from Mornington
Here & There Makers – physical store in Boronia
Leonardi – online only
N-essentials – online and pick-up from Keysborough
Roving Refills – mobile supplier, all over Melbourne and surrounds
Sydney Essential Oil Company – online and pick-up from Hallam
The Source Bulk Foods – physical stores in Balaclava, Ballarat, Berwick and Brunswick
Valerie’s Pantry – physical store in Geelong
Remember to check suppliers in other states for those that ship AU-wide (and even internationally).
Western Australia
Aussie Soap Supplies (currently rebuilding after a fire) – online and pick-up from Kardinya
Barefoot Creations – online and physical store in Karratha
Diffusional – online and pick-up from Darch
Eco Warehouse – online and pick-up from Bunbury
Grey Pebble Designs – online only (handmade waterproof and/or oil-proof labels)
Range Products – online and pick-up from Welshpool
Replenish – physical store in Kalamunda
Stock Your Pantry – online and physical store in Moora
The Source Bulk Foods – physical stores in Floreat, Karrinyup, Melville and Mount Hawthorn
Urban Revolution – online and physical store (depending on what you’re buying) in Victoria Park
Wasteless Pantry – online and physical stores in Bassendean, Greenwood and Mundaring
Weigh ‘n’ Pay – physical store in Woodvale
Remember to check suppliers in other states for those that ship AU-wide (and even internationally).
Online Only & NZ
EarthYard – online only
ECO. Modern Essentials – online only
Handmade Naturals By Corinne – online only
Honest to Goodness – online and various stockists
Leonardi – online only
Mouldtastic – online only (sells a range of unique silicone moulds)
Remember to check the state-by-state list for businesses that also have physical stores.
Blants – New Zealand
Honest Skincare – New Zealand
Disclaimer… I haven’t purchased every ingredient/accessory from the businesses listed on this page, and personally haven’t had time to research them all, so it’s in your best interest to ask questions if you feel as though you need more info. It might depend on where you are on your DIY journey as to whether you’re concerned with origin, sourcing/harvesting practices, additional additives (I’m thinking aloe vera gel here, always sneaky ingredients hiding here) in the raw ingredients you’re purchasing. Read through each company’s ingredients listings to make sure they meet your needs.
Some of the companies listed have both regular and certified organic versions available. Personally, when given the choice, I opt for certified organic (note that some ingredients cannot be certified as organic). You need to make a decision based on your priorities and budget.
Sometimes your local supermarket will sell various DIY ingredients – simply type ‘name of supermarket’ and ‘name of ingredient’ into a search engine to quickly check.
For descriptions on specific ingredients, and their purpose in DIY, follow this link.