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16 Non-Toxic Beauty Products That Really Perform

High-performance beauty and good-for-you ingredients need not be mutually exclusive.

Danielle Fontana Dooley
and
Carolyn Hsu

Published: Apr 16, 2019

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High-performance beauty and good-for-you ingredients need not be mutually exclusive. This latest crop of non-toxic hair, skin, fragrance and makeup buys work just as well as conventional options without any controversial ingredients.

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Beboe Therapies High-Potency CBD Serum ($148)

This full-spectrum CBD oil-based serum addresses a wide range of skin concerns from blemishes to fine lines and laxity. 300mg of hemp-derived CBD oil works in tandom with a list of vegan actives including rosehip, grapeseed, avocado and pomegranate seed oils.

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Kora Organics Noni Lip Tint ($24)

Beet root juice creates a beautiful, universally flattering (but still unexpected) brick red tint that looks great on lips and cheeks. Noni fruit extract, cocoa seed butter, licorice root and cupuacu butter help smooth away dryness and give a plump, glossy finish.

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Act + Acre Scalp Detox ($42)

Scalp skin health is at the core of this cold-processed hair care line. This weekly treatment helps to remove product and pollution buildup while infusing the scalp with essential amino acids, vitamins and antioxidants to promote healthier hair growth.

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Pai Light Work Rosehip Cleansing Oil ($56)

High concentrations of 100-percent rosehip oil does triple duty: cleanses away impurities, repairs skin and protects against future damage. The formula is so gentle on skin that it can even be used on the eyes (where the oil effectively and effortlessly removes even waterproof makeup).

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CORPUS Natural Deodorant ($22)

This luxe deodorant is a triple threat: It looks beautiful, smells divine and performs to the highest standards. It’s available in a variety of modern and elegant scents.

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Kosas Tinted Face Oil ($42)

Skincare and makeup merge in this lightweight, radiance-boosting, skin-nourishing formula that evens out discoloration while delivering a full day of hydration.

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Ursa Major Daily Shampoo ($26)

This natural shampoo delivers on all the requirements: It smells incredible, lathers beautifully, rinses well and leaves behind noticeably clean, soft and easy-to-manage hair.

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Goop Beauty 15% Glycolic Overnight Glow Peel ($125)

Fifteen percent glycolic acid and a blend of potent fruit extracts are drenched in a dual-textured cotton pad that provides both chemical and physical exfoliation, revealing fresh, smooth skin after just one use.

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Alpyn Beauty PlantGenius Creamy Bubbling Cleanser ($36)

Equal parts nourishing and cleansing, this unique cleanser washes away the day and gently exfoliates with papaya and pomegranate while leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated. A deliciously light citrus fragrance makes it a pleasure to use every morning and evening.

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Follain Candle No 2 ($38)

It’s surprisingly difficult to find a candle that looks good, smells great and only contains sustainable and non-toxic ingredients. This soy, coconut and essential oil blended candle checks off all the boxes and burns beautifully.

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True Botanicals Small Batch Pure Radiance Body Oil ($48—available 4/22)

Potent (and sustainably sourced) essential oils are blended into a limited edition formula that delivers deep moisture and envelopes your body in the intoxicating scent of neroli.

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Henne Nordic Berries Lip Exfoliator ($24)

Infused with natural Swedish berries (that withstand the harshest environmental conditions), this lip scrub is both gentle and extremely effective. Use it as part of your nightly routine and layer on a lip oil or balm to wake up with a smooth, hydrated pout.

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Lhamour Hydrating Hyaluronic Face Serum ($63)

This cooling, oil-free moisturizer is spiked with hyaluronic acid, cucumber and collagen and wears perfectly under makeup.

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Malaya Organics Hydrating Mist ($58)

A cocktail of collagen-stimulating gotu kola, antioxidant-rich herbs and hydrating rose and bamboo offer up plumping and dew-boosting benefits in this arometherapeutic mist.

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Wild Grace PITTA Face Serum ($55)

This chic addition to any medicine cabinet is so much more than meets the eye and works overtime to calm red, inflamed and acne-prone skin without any greasy feel.

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WOODS Regenerating Uplifting Oil ($84)

Infused with a bevy of essential oils, this rich blend softens and brightens skin while gently ironing out wrinkles over time. Even better, the oils help to energize and promote mental clarity, perfect for early-morning use.

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