TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.2*
Why it's great: Readers call this product "the perfect body scrub," saying it "transforms alligator skin into silky-smooth skin." Organic sugar and fair trade shea butter have "great scrubbing and exfoliating power" and make skin so soft that "you don't even need to moisturize afterward." Sensitive-skinned readers also say the scrub does not irritate.
TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 9.3*
Why it's great: Readers appreciate this refreshing product for its non-greasy texture and easy absorption. "This is one of my favorite creams," writes one reviewer. "It's mostly all-natural, which is a definite plus. The alpha hydroxy acids work to exfoliate and brighten the skin, as well as ward off acne. It absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft, smooth, hydrated and never greasy."
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.3*
Why it's great: Readers love the product's "pure" ingredients, which include argan and rosehip oils, neroli, lavender and chamomile essential oils, plus vitamin E. While it is on the expensive end, readers say this product is "top-quality" and "a little goes a long way." One reader raves, "If your skin is lacking vibrancy, try it!"
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.4*
Why it's great: Readers appreciate the gentleness of the organic rice flour and sugar in this vegan cleanser. "The sugar melts and the rice powder is not too scrubby," readers say. "It cleanses and exfoliates completely, but rinses clean without that gritty feeling." Users also say the face wash "smells amazing" and "minimizes pores."
TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 9.4*
Why it's great: The essential oils in this soap are certified organic, and readers love that the product is "versatile, long-lasting and gentle." Readers point out that the antibacterial tea tree oil means you can even use this product for household cleaning. Plus, the packaging is 100 percent post-consumer recycled plastic. All in all, readers say it's one of the greenest, safest and most multi-tasking products on the market.
What's the hot trend in beauty? Going green. And we don't mean emerald eye shadow (though we're all for that). We're talking environmentally friendly and plant-based beauty products that not only do wonders for our skin and hair, but are also saving our planet — one beauty product at a time (how's that for shopping motivation?). Whether you're on the market for natural makeup or are seeking out organic skin care products, we've got the entire organic cosmetics branch covered.
Our readers love all things eco-conscious, preservative-free and organic, and here they're dishing on their favorite products. New to the green scene? Use their unbiased ratings to help you know what products to try first.
