The Organic Beauty Products You Need Right Now
It's Organic September, a month aimed at raising awareness of the benefits organic farming can bring to our climate, nature and our health
Certified organic farmers and businesses work to a strict set of standards to ensure that their ingredients and products sustain the health of wildlife and nature, animals, the soil and people. Organic beauty products contain ingredients that have been grown on organic farms in a way that’s designed to respect nature, and enhance the health of our planet. And it’s not just the ingredients – the manufacturing process, and even the packaging, all impact on whether a beauty product is classified as organic or not.
In the world of cosmetic and wellbeing products, ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ are often used interchangeably, but they don’t mean the same thing. The term natural refers to what is contained in the product; natural sources, extracted from plants, minerals and flowers, rather than artificially manufactured. In contrast, the term organic refers to how the product and its ingredients are farmed. Organic agriculture is a whole way of farming that works with nature. To make things more complicated, unlike in the food and drink industry, the use of the term ‘organic’ is unregulated for beauty and wellbeing, meaning it’s harder to know which products use truly organic ingredients.
Luckily, we’ve done some of the hard work for you and here you can find some of our favourite organic beauty products to help you make the swap this September.
Made with omega-9 rich Rahua oil and naturally scented with the woodsy aroma of Palo Santo oil, the cult favourite Classic Shampoo, £34 Rahua, will keep your scalp in perfect balance.
Nourish, lengthen and define lashes with powerful pigments and natural ingredients. Fixing Gel Mascara, £18 Tropic
A real multi-tasker, Rosehip Bioregenerate, £29 from Pai Skincare, tackles blemishes, dry patches, pigmentation, dullness, redness and even fine lines.
For younger-looking skin and a dewy glow, Farmacy’s Honey Potion Plus, £53, is a nourishing face mask you need in your beauty routine.
This moisturising facemask containing Irish seaweed, pro-collagen extract and other antioxidant-rich organic ingredients is formulated to calm and nourish irritated and dry skin. Soothing Facial Mask, £39 Voya
This potent serum works to visibly improve dark spots and even skin tone while being gentle on skin. 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum, £51.10 Herbivore
A rich pop of orange will brighten every complexion. Use alone or over your favourite lip colour for a summery sheen. Mineral Lipstick in Apricot Sorbet, £18.50 Odylique
Weightless, nutrient-infused and ultra-creamy, this cream blush adds a satin, shimmering finish to cheeks and eyes. Cream Blush, £40 Tata Harper
This 100 percent natural organic cleanser works to remove mascara, makeup and impurities. Cleansing Face Balm, £20.99 UpCircle
Use this product as part of your morning routine to naturally cleanse your hair in between washes. Dry Shampoo, £25 Tabitha James Kraan
Apply just a few drops of this oil to your face, neck and décolleté for smooth and nourished skin. Smooth and Glow Facial Oil, £12 Garnier Organic
This one-pot wonder balm is brimming with anti-inflammatory omegas, antioxidants, and healing phytonutrients. MultiBALM, £20.25 MV Skintherapy
Available in three natural-looking shades, this wooden brow pencil offers long-lasting colour. Back2Brow Pencil, £26 RMS Beauty
Top notes of palmarosa and pink pepper linger all day when sprayed onto pulse points and décolleté. Pure Essence Eau de Parfum No. 2, £45 Neal’s Yard Remedies
We love this indulgent body oil, with a soothing aroma to calm the body and mind. Deep Peace Oil, £19 Botanicals
