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Gorgeous and green: Our top beauty buys

Danica Van Der Veen

August 29, 2016

We adore products that are kind to the environment, uplift communities and work wonders on your skin and body, too. Don’t resist – fill your cabinet with these do-gooder brands!

The Body Shop

Helping others is what this natural brand is built on, and we love that their mission includes uplifting communities and protecting the areas where their ingredients are sourced. Plus, they have a strict no animal testing policy. TRY The Body Shop Fresh Nude Foundation SPF15 (R275).

Ordinary Skincare

Contrary to its name, this local range is rather extraordinary – and it has the awards to prove it. All ingredients are sourced from sustainable farms, and the airless packaging is 100% recyclable. TRY Ordinary Skincare Day Cream SPF30 (R285).

Esse

This SA brand is dedicated to looking after your skin and the environment. Using only plant-based, vegan-friendly ingredients, Esse has a strict anti-cruelty policy. An added bonus? All their products are packaged in recycled glass. TRY Esse Gel Cleanser (R310).

Terres d’Afrique

The creators of this brand show real passion for reducing their carbon footprint. The products are packaged in glass or aluminium, which can be recycled over and over again, and the ingredients are sourced from local plant life. TRY Terres d’Afrique Uplifting Serum (R730).

Dr Hauschka

Internationally recognised as leaders in the organic beauty market, Dr Hauschka takes sustainability to the next level. An example: they obtain Damask rose oil from countries like Afghanistan where, along with the World Hunger Organisation, they support 400 farmers. TRY Dr Hauschka Melissa Day Cream (R548).

The San and Khoi communities really understand the medicinal value of the buchu plant best, and Buchulife includes and uplifts these groups through the commercial development of the plant. TRY Buchulife First Aid Gel (R65.95).

Want more tips for going green? Here are 5 ways to be a stylish eco-warrior and 3 ways to green your exercise routine.

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