The author who has been using Kao's "merit shampoo" for many years. I stocked "refills" and replenished the main unit on a regular basis, but I felt the trouble was a hassle. It's a little tricky to transfer the contents without waste, and I'm worried that the bacteria aren't growing inside the main body.


When I was holding such a moyamoya in my heart, I discovered that Kao was developing a container for refilling called "Smart Holder". I was attracted to the phrase "a new idea of not being able to refill" and tried using it.

Smart holder

The smart holder is a container exclusively for Kao's "Easy Refill Eco Pack". In addition to "merits", it is compatible with shampoo and conditioner brands such as "ASIENCE" and "Segreta", and body wash brands such as "Biore u".



The back side has a wide open shape, and when you push in the "Easy eco pack" firmly, it can be fixed with a click at the top of the holder. After fixing, remove the cap of "Easy eco pack" and set the attached pump. As the saying goes, "Everyone can easily replace it in 10 seconds", it's easy to complete in no time! It will be easier for your family to ask you to "replenish shampoo."




Well, it looks like ... Merit Compared to the main body of shampoo, it is considerably finer. The colors and printing are also sophisticated, giving a clean impression with no waste. Since there are few grounding surfaces, it is hard to get slimy, and unlike bottles, there is no worry that the inside will get dirty. You can continue to use it hygienically. In addition, there is a note that you should wash the pump thoroughly and drain it before replacing it.



If you are a user of merit or Biore u, Kao's "Smart Holder" is worth considering. There are multiple designs available, so if you are interested, why not check it out? Sales stores and sales sites are announced on the official website. The author purchased a set product with "Merit Shampoo Replacement (340ml (11.5us fl oz))" from Amazon, and the price was 813 yen.