8 Natural Beauty Products You Need To Know About

Remember the times when making an eco-conscious beauty decision meant sacrificing affordability and effectiveness? Well, we can happily kiss those days goodbye because protecting the planet and having a beauty routine that actually works is now very much a reality.

In direct response to the beauty industry’s waste problem, brands are taking matters into their own hands by reducing their environmental footprint in some truly impressive and creative ways. From etch&ethos building their body care bottles out of 50 per cent recycled milk bottles, to the natural, ethically-sourced ingredients used in A’kin or Aveda’s haircare, the natural beauty category is making waves.

To celebrate Natural Beauty Month at beautyheaven, we sent out trial boxes filled with natural products for some of our lucky members to test and review. And now, you can read all about them in our wrap up below.

Plus, watch the video above for a snippet of our face to face Natural Beauty Month member event at the beautyheaven head office in Sydney.

etch&ethos Body Wash in Botanical bloom and Summer Citrus

We say: Lather and rinse your way to hydrated, clean and soft skin. Whether you’re winding down with Botanical Bloom or kick-starting a new day with Summer Citrus, your skin is going to love the etch&ethos plant-based glycerin-rich body wash. 

You say: “It has a very creamy texture, almost like a cream cleanser. It is super hydrating and soothing and probably best for dry skin.” – Veronica Strange

Star rating: 4.5*

$16.50 at etch&ethos

etch&ethos Body Lotion in Botanical bloom and Summer Citrus

We say: You know that feeling when you first discover a product and wonder how you’ve ever survived without it? Well, using the etch&ethos Body Lotion for the first time was one of those moments for us at beautyheaven. Enriched with a nourishing combination of sunflower seed oil, carbauba wax and plant-based glycerin, this moisturiser (which is best paired with the complementing body wash) will leave dry skin hydrated for up to 24 hours. Oh, and did we mention it smells amazing?

You say: “The lotion has a light texture that absorbs quickly and leaves a soft finish to the skin. I have left the bottle next to the communal hand sanitiser in my house, so I can top up on moisture whenever it is needed!” – Rivetlicker, read more reviews here…

Star rating: 4.5*

$16.50 at etch&ethos

Batiste Green Tea & Chamomile Dry Shampoo

We say: Using 40 per cent less packaging than normal, using the Batiste Green Tea & Chamomile Dry Shampoo will have you feeling as good as your hair is looking. On top of lowering your environmental impact, this plant-powered formula will keep your hair looking and feeling fresh between washes.

You say: “Light scent, powerful spray nozzle, no bug spray undertones. This dry shampoo, as I have experienced with all Batiste sprays, is effective. Takes away the oil instantly. I spray it on in sections, then fluff up the product with fingers, leave on a bit to work its magic.” – Yohanna, read more reviews here….

Star rating: 4.5*

$12.99 at Chemist Warehouse

A’kin Miracle Shine Conditioning Hair Mask Tub

We say: As the name suggests, this rich hair mask will transform dry, lacklustre hair into nourished, shiny locks. Containing Australian avocado oil, jojoba oil and squalene, lather this intense conditioning mask and reap the moisturising benefits to both your hair and scalp.

You say: “She said that after using this mask, her hair felt like it had more volume, it felt moisturised and healthy. I asked her how many stars she’d give it and she had no reservations about giving it 5 stars.” – Tigerstripes, read more reviews here…

Star rating: 4.5*

$21.95 at A’kin

Aveda botanical repair™ strengthening overnight serum

We say: Put your head on the pillow and wake up with stronger, healthier hair. No seriously, we’re not just saying that. Aveda’s first overnight serum repairs three layers of hair and reduces the appearance of split ends overnight by 84 per cent. Incredible.

You say:  “The overnight results are fantastic…less flyaways,less hair breakage and repair of already done hair damage…of which i have a bit,and a lovely scent which was calming and soothing at night.” – Parisienne Chic, read more reviews here…

Star rating: 4.5*

$86 at Aveda

Hemptuary Face & Body Oil 

We say: Hemptuary’s lightweight oil will soothe and plump your face plus provide relief and nourishment to your body. In fact, it might be shorter to write a list of what this natural oil can’t do. Built with an impressive line up of skin-soothing ingredients from manuka oil and help to avocado oil and sea buckthorn, apply daily and start seeing results instantly. 

You say: “You can use in place of your moisturiser or before. The scent is interesting – overall I like it, but occasionally I do find an odd almost bitter note that I’m not sure if I like. The scent does fade though. The oil leaves my skin feeling hydrated but not greasy. It absorbs really well and can be used for your body too.” – Fifi_M, read more reviews here…

Star rating: 4.5*

$29.99 at Good Pharm

Plunkett’s NS 21 Skin Repair Treatment

We say: For a cortisone-free alternative to treating irritable, damaged and chronically dry skin, we always recommend Plunkett’s NS 21 Skin Repair Treatment. Rich in natural amino acids, vitamins and proteins, it can be used to help relieve dermatitis and psoriasis as well as to soothe cuts, sunburns, and allergies.

You say: “White cream conveniently dispenses and easy to control how much comes out. I used this twice a day on my feet where I had noticed the eczema and it had fully cleared up after a week! After reading more about this product it has so many other uses for treating many problems associated with irritated damaged or chronic dry skin conditions.” – Kassalee, read more reviews here…

Star rating: 4.5*

$15.99 at Plunkett’s

Plunkett’s Vita E Natural Vitamin E Brightening Facial Lotion

We say: The texture? Non-greasy, lightweight and fast absorbing. The results? Luminosity is restored, fine lines are visibly reversed and tone and texture are balanced. 

You say: “This is a beautiful Nourishing moisturiser, with high potency Vitamin E, boosted with Vitamin C and enriched with Rosehip Oil. This has helped to freshen my complexion, my skin feels much clearer and brighter. I have mature skin, with fine lines, I’m sure with ongoing continuous use this will protect my skin from damaging UV and free radicals.” – Margaret322, read more reviews here…

Star rating: 4

$19.99 at Plunkett’s

Do you have a favourite natural beauty brand? If so, who is it and why?