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The Best Natural, Organic And Eco-Friendly Beauty Products To Buy Right Now

Time to go green.

By ELLE Beauty Team
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Following the ban on micro-beads and government plans to significantly reduce pollution and waste, so many beauty brands are lifting the lid on natural, organic, and eco-friendly products.

We're talking ditching plastic packaging, eschewing toxic chemicals and synthetics and supporting sustainably-sourced, plant-derived ingredients, which mean's it's officially never been easier to look amazing and go green at the same time.

The natural, organic beauty market is only getting bigger. The Soil Association reported that the market grew 23% in 2019, with 33% of us actively looking to purchase eco-friendly household care products. Being more environmentally responsible has never been higher on our agendas.

From make-up to skincare, here are the eco-friendly beauty products that every woman who wants to look flawless and save the world at the same time, needs to have on her radar...

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L'Occitane Almond Eco-Refill Shower Oil - £30

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Proving that indulgence and sustainability don't have to be mutually exclusive, L'Occitane have woven their commitment to helping the planet throughout their brand. From their eco-refills and solid shampoo bars which reduce plastic waste, to their in-store recycling schemes and conservation work, you can shop with L'Occitane safe in the knowledge that your purchase will do good and feel good.

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Sbtrct Moisturising Facial Balm

Moisturising Facial Balm
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Sbtrct Moisturising Facial Balm

£28 at sbtrct.co.uk
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It's not often you see a brand truly disrupting in the skincare field, but Sbtrct are taking sustainable skincare to the next level. Their line-up of skincare products have all been formulated into solid bars (they've got a pretty impressive lifespan) including a retinoid balm and this moisturising option, packed full of nourishing seed oils and completely palm oil free.

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DAME Reusable Tampon Applicator Set

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DAME Reusable Tampon Applicator Set

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Single-use plastic is a serious issue when it comes to period products. Menstrual pads made up of a high percentage of plastic, and that's before you've even considered throwaway plastic tampon applicators. Dame is tackling this issue with their re-usable tampon applicator, which literally does what it says on the tin, and makes for an easy swap for those already used to using tampons.

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Wild Fresh Cotton & Sea Salt Deodorant Refill

Fresh Cotton & Sea Salt Deodorant Refill
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Wild Fresh Cotton & Sea Salt Deodorant Refill

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While a regular deodorant might not be the highest on your list in terms of waste, we still collectively throw away millions of them a year, including the plastic parts, which end up in landfill. Wild has created a fully sustainable deodorant which comes in two parts: a reusable aluminium case and a plethora of lush smelling deodorant refills (packaged in bamboo pulp, of course). Not only does this cut out unnecessary packaging waste, but getting to pick and mix your scent actually makes deodorant fun. Who knew that was possible?

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The Cheeky Panda Bamboo Baby Wipes

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The Cheeky Panda Bamboo Baby Wipes

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Heading to a festival this summer? While we might break our no-wipe rule for this occasion (let's be honest, have festival cleaning facilities ever pleasantly surprised us?), you can still choose a more sustainable option with these bamboo wipes which naturally biodegrade over time.

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Manifesto Beauty Vitamin Gummies

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Manifesto Beauty Vitamin Gummies

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You might be thinking, 'Supplements, are they really that bad for the environment?', but all that individual packaging adds up. Manifesto's hair, skin & nail gummies are vegan, not to mention delicious, and come in compostable individual sachets.

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Caudalie Vinergetic C+ Overnight Detox Oil

Vinergetic C+ Overnight Detox Oil
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Caudalie Vinergetic C+ Overnight Detox Oil

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If you're looking for an affordable, natural and sustainably-driven brand, Caudalie should be on your radar. As well as pledging to the '1% for the planet' commitment, Caudalie are also overhauling their packaging to be as recyclable as possible. Vinergetic C+ Overnight Detox Oil is good on the inside and out, with a super stabilised form of Vitamin C (no oxidising here) and 100% recyclable packaging.

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Biossance Squalane and Elderberry Jelly Cleanser

Squalane and Elderberry Jelly Cleanser
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Biossance Squalane and Elderberry Jelly Cleanser

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Eschewing animal-derived products in our skincare can be difficult when alternatives just aren't as efficacious, but that's where Biossance comes in. This brand bridges ethical, scientific research with skincare to create highly efficient, sustainable ingredients that go into their products. Biossance's plant derived and vegan squalane, which forms the basis of their products, is the creme de la creme when it comes to moisturising skin.

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Chanel N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Cream

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Chanel N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Cream

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Chanel have focused in on their mission to increase sustainability with the packaging of their newest line, N°1 de Chanel. From using lighter recyclable glass for their jars to 90% bio-based lids and replacing their paper leaflets with a scannable barcode, each part of the packaging's ecological impact has been thought through. The formulas have shifted too, with the N°1 de Chanel line made with up to 97% naturally derived ingredients.

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Typology Tinted Balm

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Typology Tinted Balm

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Our love of tinted lip balms knows no bounds, but this one from Typology really piqued our interest. In a chic (and more importantly recyclable) aluminium tube, there's no wishy-washy tint to this balm; Instead expect a shade that packs a punch as well as keeping lips hydrated all day.

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Youth To The People Mandelic Acid + Superfood Unity Exfoliant

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Youth To The People Mandelic Acid + Superfood Unity Exfoliant

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Mandelic acid is the buzzy new skincare ingredient that's got the beauty community excited for a number of reasons. Firstly, it's one of the more gentle natured members of the AHA family due to its larger molecule size, meaning those with sensitive skin are likely to get along better with it. Studies have also found it can help to reduce hyperpigmentation, promote collagen production, and help to minimise acne by controlling sebum production. This exfoliator from Youth To The People combines mandelic acid with 2% BHA, 1% PHA and a blend of superfoods for a exfoliant that will improve the texture of skin immediately and over time.

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Tata Harper Restorative Eye Creme

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Tata Harper Restorative Eye Creme

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Tata Harper has always sought to keep the ecological balance protected when it comes to creating their products; All of their ingredients are grown, formulated and packaged on their farm in Vermont, minimising their carbon emissions massively. This eye cream is one of their hero products, minimising fine lines and brightening the overall appearance of the skin around the eyes.

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REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mineral SPF30

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REN Clean Skincare Clean Screen Mineral SPF30

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Ren Clean Skincare are one of the brands absolutely smashing it when it comes to sustainability practices, meeting their pledge to go make all of their packaging 100% waste free across by 2021. Their Clean Screen Mineral SPF 30 has a lightweight matte finish, perfect for oilier skin types, and is oxybenzone free, so isn't causing damage to our aquatic friends either.

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UpCircle Beauty Night Cream with Blueberry Extract

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UpCircle Beauty Night Cream with Blueberry Extract

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Closing the loop on the beauty industry, UpCircle use leftover natural ingredients from various industries and transform them into your skin's new favourite moisturiser or body scrub. Plus, the packaging is 100% recyclable and the formulas vegan, cruelty-free and made locally in the UK.

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The Body Shop Reusable Make-up Remover Pads

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The Body Shop Reusable Make-up Remover Pads

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Single use wastage in beauty doesn't just come from plastic, we often fall prey to it through our use of cotton buds and pads without even realising. These reusable make-up remover pads from The Body Shop are made with bamboo and cotton for a gentle but effective cleansing fabric. There are seven in the pack, so pop them in with your wash at the end of the week and be ready to go again on Monday.

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Aveda Shampure™ Nurturing shampoo bar

Shampure™ Nurturing shampoo bar
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Aveda Shampure™ Nurturing shampoo bar

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The first beauty company to use post-consumer recycled materials in its packaging, Aveda was way ahead of the game when it came to sustainability. In fact, more than 85% of their products are made with 100% PCR.

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Fiils Hand & Body Lotion Refill 400ml

Hand & Body Lotion Refill 400ml
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Fiils Hand & Body Lotion Refill 400ml

Now 37% Off
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Made with 99% natural and organic ingredients, Fiils' vegan hand cream refill lets you top up your reusable bottle and reduce waste at the same time. Even better, for every purchase you make, Fiils plant a tree in their very own Fiils forest.

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Floral Street Arizona Bloom Eau de Parfum 50ml

Arizona Bloom Eau de Parfum 50ml
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Floral Street Arizona Bloom Eau de Parfum 50ml

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A pioneer in the eco-friendly fragrance world, Floral Street scents are as chic as they are sustainable. From the ingredients, all the way through to the innovative pulp carton packaging that's 100% compostable, reusable and recyclable, Floral Street is the planet's best smelling friend.

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Skin Proud Overnight Retinol Serum

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Skin Proud Overnight Retinol Serum

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Not only are Skin Proud on a mission to save your skin, but they'e transforming the way beauty products are packaged too. This entry level retinol serum is 100% vegan and cruelty-free whilst the outer packaging uses FSC (Forestry Stewardship Council Wood), eco-friendly soy ink and is 100% recyclable.

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Neal's Yard Remedies Frankincense Nourishing Cream - £30

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Neal's Yard Remedies are famous for using organic, ethically sourced herbs, botanicals and essential oils throughout their range of products. Encased in glass packaging, the blue tint makes sure your products are protected against sunlight and is easy to recycle.

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