TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.2*
Why it's great: If you want to draw out impurities rather than put new ones on (aka, harmful chemicals), readers say you need to try this cleansing oil. "I love this stuff," gushes one reader. "Not only does it smell great and leave my skin smooth and soft after I use it, but it really does draw out the oil and impurities in my skin." Another user says it's "a great cleanser for sensitive skin" and leaves your skin moisturized and soft.
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.2*
Why it's great: This "refreshing and hydrating" mist has readers smitten. "I use this mist on my face, my hair, as an air freshener — you name it," says one reviewer. "I love that I'm not spraying anything but pure, organic essential oils into the air or on my face." Readers also appreciate the product's light texture and pleasant smell. One reader reports that the product can feel greasy on oily skin, but for those dealing with dryness, "it's the perfect pick-me-up."
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!"
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.
