Have you considered adopting a zero-waste lifestyle this year? If you answered yes, then this article is for you. For years, beauty has come with a price, and sometimes the ecosystem has to pay that cost. The use of plastic waste has increased throughout the years, and animal-cruelty has fallen on deaf ears.
On the bright side, many beauty brands have stepped up by promoting sustainability, reminding us that beauty should not endanger our environment. With brands that promote eco-friendly options, it’s encouraging to see that many small and medium beauty enterprises have begun to incorporate sustainability into their products.
The following is a comprehensive list of local beauty brands that can assist you in living a more sustainable lifestyle:
Cloud Cosmetics
Proudly made in the Philippines, Cloud Cosmetics keeps it simple with its natural-looking lip and cheek tints. Cloud Cosmetics is perfect for people who prefer a “no-makeup makeup look”. Cloud’s products are easy to use, as you can achieve a natural look with their natural ingredients.
Akkula
If you are looking for a lip balm that can take care of your chapped lips due to our tropical weather, Akkula vegan lip balms are definitely for you. The brand is committed to making its products with compostable packaging. Their lip balms come in flavors such as mint, vanilla, and grapefruit.
Human Nature
Known for its affordable products, Human Nature is known for advocating sustainability. Their products range from cosmetics, skincare to toiletries, which all are made from all-natural ingredients.
Lana
Lana PH products are made to cater to the Pinay lifestyle, with products that help in protecting your skin from warm environment and pollution. The brand’s DNA Repair Elixir and Skin Protect Sun Brightening Sunblock are formulated with natural, non-comedogenic and cruelty-free ingredients.
Finn
This local brand is perfect for those who are obsessed with makeup and skincare. From high-pigmented tints for lips, cheeks and eyelids, to milky soaps, Finn caters to true-blue beauty junkies.
The Instagram-worthy packaging are actually refillable, making Finn a sustainable brand.
Sage & Tera
Sage & Tera offers a small line of skincare products made of botanicals and plant-derived ingredients. This local brand offers products in bundles, so you can experience a skincare routine at a low-cost price.
Sinaya Cup
Throwing pads and tampons is not good for the environment, and that’s where Sinaya cups make sense. Sinaya offers reusable menstrual cups that can be used for 2-5 years. Each one comes with a cleanser and sterilizer to keep the cup clean and ready for your next period.
Beach Born PH
Beach Born PH offers cruelty-free, handcrafted and vegan products. It’s your go-to shop for good organic beauty. From skincare, haircare, and bath products, Beach Born PH got you covered.The brand is known for its Beach Born Sea Salt Spray, a must-have to achieve natural beach waves. You can check the brand’s website here:https://beachborn.ph/
Ellana Minerals
Zero Basics
Zero Basics offers vegan, all-natural, organic products with packaging that are refillable. Each product comes in a glass bottle or container, which you can bring back to the brand’s store for discounted refills.