The Ultimate List of Best Organic Makeup Brands [2021 Edition]
Time to talk about organic makeup brands! A topic we support, as do many to-be brides.
Consumers are becoming more picky when it comes to what’s in their skin care products – and that’s a great thing! Natural ingredients that are both organic and cruelty-free are at the top of the must-have list. Whatsmore, brands are being called out for ingredients or practises that are less than ethical.
Historically, organic or natural beauty brands left a lot to be desired in terms of pigmentation, performance, durability and texture. Thanks to great technology, super smart people, and high demand, we’re seeing some of THE most incredible makeup brands that happen to be organic and high performing.
What makes for a great organic makeup brand?
If you’re on the hunt for some new makeup for your big day, go organic! In fact, some of the best, most beautiful makeup product brands on the market are organic. They have a focus on fresh, healthy, glowing skin as well as incredible color and texture. Below are a few aspects that make for a great organic makeup brand:
- Each company generally has a responsible, ethical, and caring attitude toward the planet, employees, and customers
- Certified organic ingredients that are generally good for the skin, providing nourishment as well as aesthetic beauty. A beauty product that is a mixture of skincare and makeup.
- Packaging is generally made from sustainable, recyclable materials.
- Rest easy knowing that nasty or harmful chemicals or toxic ingredients aren’t applied to your skin in the name of beauty.
What are the Top Organic Makeup Brands?
In no particular order, here are the brands on our definitive list of top organic makeup brands:
1. RMS Beauty
RMS is an incredible brand that use ingredients which aren’t refined, bleached, or deodorized. They use concentrated pigments from clean and healthy color sources. That means you only need a small amount for maximum effect. This is fantastic if you prefer a lighter hand with your makeup and would rather use the minimal amount of product on the face for a fresh and light feel.
RMS is a brand for brides who want a light, luminous and healthy makeup look that makes their skin a key feature of the look.
Packaging – Made from glass and 80% post-consumer recycled fiber; manufactured using 100% wind power
Key Ingredients – Coconut oil, vitamin E, jojoba seed oil, and shea butter
2. ILIA
ILIA was founded by Canadian Sasha Pavsic. The ILIA mission is to create “skincare-powered makeup” with natural and organic botanicals, sustainable packaging and flattering color. They have a philosophy which says, “not every natural ingredient is good for the skin, nor is every synthetic bad”. Products are formulated with both organic ingredients and safe, sustainable synthetics.
Packaging – Made from glass and 80% post-consumer recycled fiber; manufactured using 100% wind power
Key Ingredients – Coconut oil, vitamin E, jojoba seed oil, and shea butter
3. Inika Organic
When I was a young 20 year old with skin issues (acne, fun!), I was recommended Inika by an esthetician at a skin clinic. She adamantly warned me off non-organic brands as they would only block and irritate my skin. Inika is an Australian brand and they are certified organic, 100% vegan, and cruelty-free.
Ingredients – They use skincare ingredients such as aloe vera, calendula, rosehip oil, and evening primrose oil.
As well as the classic mineral foundation and Bold Lash Vegan Mascara below, we love their Baked Mineral Bronzer for warming up the face.
4. Antonym Cosmetics
Antonym beauty is a MUA-founded brand with a focus on organic ingredients and a high-glam payoff. We love that Antonym is a brand for true makeup lovers and makeup artists. Really, they are for anyone who wants a fuller, more made-up look without sacrificing sustainable and organic standards. Antonym has obtained the following certifications:
- EcoCert certification (all natural and/or organic ingredients)
- Leaping Bunny certification (100% cruelty-free)
- Their brushes are certified vegan.
Good tools are important for a DIY bridal makeup look, and you may as well buy a set that will last a long time. Antonym has lots of individual vegan brushes as well as a few brush sets such as this comprehensive set with everything you need for face, eyes and lips.
5. Vapour Organic Beauty
Vapour Organic Beauty is a brand dedicated to safe, sustainable and planet-loving cosmetics. They are 100% cruelty free, and use sustainable practices and materials. They also use organic ingredients wherever they can (usually 70% organic).
We are impressed by their shade range in their base cosmetic range, from deepest dark to palest pale. The Vapour “herbal enlightenment complex” is infused into their cosmetics to soothe and nourish the skin — the perfect makeup & skincare mixture. The complex includes lotus, tulsi and frankincense. We really love that many of their products come in stick form, with many multi-use options too.
6. Kjaer Weis
I first discovered Kjaer Weis when Lisa Eldridge used their highlight in one of her fabulous tutorial videos. Lisa knows her stuff more than anyone, so I knew I had to explore this brand. And it’s fantastic!
Kjaer Weiss describes their philosophy as “high-performing, luxury makeup that is, as everything should be, organic and sustainable”.
Packaging – Kjaer Weis has a unique packaging system. All of their products are housed in a stunning metal case, which can then be refilled once you “hit pan”, as the beauty gurus say. The refills are packaged in recyclable cardboard so you’re not adding more waste to the world each time you refill your favorite products. We think this is a super smart system as it means you not only get a beautiful product but you get a sleek package which you can keep and enjoy having forever.
Yes, Kjaer Weis is a rather pricey brand, but the caring ingredients, stellar finish and display-worthy packaging makes it all worth it.
Thanks for stopping by, we hope you’ve found the right organic beauty products to use on your wedding day and beyond!
