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Beauty lovers want effective products, yes. But more and more, they are looking to products that are not just good for their skin, but good for the environment and animals too.
Organic skincare, which uses ingredients that are grown naturally without chemicals and thus, is more environmentally friendly, is also said to be more gentle on skin. Here are our picks for the best organic skincare brands and the top three bestsellers in each brand.
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Best Organic Skincare Brand
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Editor’s Choice: Bema
Bema Solartea Anti-age High Protection Sun Cream SPF30, $35
It feels thick but spreads easily, moisturising without feeling greasy.
Best Organic Skincare Brand
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Editor’s Choice: Bema
Bema Bio Face Double Lifting Serum, $86
Works like a veil over skin to tighten and firm. It may feel slightly sticky at first, but that soon disappears when the serum has been absorbed.
Best Organic Skincare Brand
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Editor’s Choice: Bema
Bema Bio Face Blue Defence Peeling Mask, $58
Delivers its promise of clear, smooth and brighter-looking skin without causing uncomfortable tightness or itching.
Best Organic Skincare Brand
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Readers’s Choice: Kew Organics
Kew Organics Cacao Okra Age Defying Eye Serum, $79.70
Provides lasting moisture to plump up fine lines for a fresher, more rested-looking eye area.
Best Organic Skincare Brand
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Readers’s Choice: Kew Organics
Kew Organics Apple Stem Cell Vitaglow Serum, $59.90
This has a mix of plant stem cells, antioxidants and resveratrol to boost skin renewal and brighten the complexion
Best Organic Skincare Brand
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Readers’s Choice: Kew Organics
Kew Organics Coconut Lavender Organic Sugar Body Scrub, $18.95
Delivers a good scrub and softens even the knees and elbows, with no dryness or itching.
And gaining traction is an even cleaner beauty trend, vegan skincare, where the products are not only natural, they are plant-based and don’t use animal products or byproducts like beeswax. Since the requirements are so stringent, there are very few purely vegan skincare brands. What we have instead, are brands which offer vegan products. Here are the best ones we’ve tried:
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Best Vegan Cleanser
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Editors’ Choice & Readers’ Choice
Kew Organics Mandarin Acai Cleansing Lotion, $94.65
It doesn’t foam up, but it cleanses extremely well to give you soft and visibly brighter skin. Gentle enough for use even on acne and sensitive skin, while the light, fruity scent is a real perk.
Best Vegan Toner
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Editors’ Choice
Dr Belter Fresh Blossomy Tensum, $73
Full of natural moisturising factors, sea algae and plant extracts, this toner hydrates and softens really well.
Best Vegan Toner
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Readers’ Choice
The Body Shop British Rose Petalsoft Gel Toner, $20.90
An alcohol-free formula that hydrates and soothes. The gel’s consistency is just right – not too thick, not too runny.
Best Vegan Moisturiser
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Editors’ Choice
Dr Belter Aquasilk 24, $96
Provides ample hydration to keep skin plump and supple all day. It feels very comfortable on all skin types.
Best Vegan Moisturiser
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Readers’ Choice
The Body Shop Vitamin E Gel Moisture Cream, $30.90
Melts into skin, leaving a silky finish that helps makeup glide on smoothly. Its soft, creamy texture is refreshing.
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