What to love: 1% For the Planet members. Donates a percentage of every product purchased to fund the collection of 2x the weight of every mascara in low-value plastic waste from oceans and landfills. Working with Wands for Wildlife, an organization which inspires people to help wildlife and the environment through re-purposing discarded mascara wands for use in wildlife care, art and education. Pact Collective member; certified plastic-negative (for every product they sell that contains plastic, they fund the removal of at least twice as much nature-bound plastic waste from landfills and natural environments to be recycled and repurposed).

What to try: Soshe Glam Refillable Mascara, $29

Have you thought about a moment when you find The One? We mean mascara, of course; sometimes it seems it would be easier to find a soul mate than a mascara that works as spectacularly as we want. If you're still on the testing grounds for The One for you, why not try this lengthening and defining one? The refillable packaging means you never get to feel guilty about going through mascara as quickly as you do.

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What to love: Zero waste. One of the pioneers in clean and sustainable beauty. Transparency about their (positive) impact and materials they use. Sustainably sourced ingredients.

What to try: REN Atlantic Kelp And Magnesium Anti-Fatigue Body Cream, $38

REN always finds its way to our most liked lists, but this body cream really caught our attention, and not just because it's packaged in a recycled ocean plastic bottle. It absorbs quickly, the Atlantic kelp extract helps nourish, smooth and tone skin, while energizing magnesium and anti-fatigue essential oil blend uplift the senses.

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What to love: Packaged in aluminum, glass and sustainable timber. With zero plastic, anywhere; not even tubs, lids, seals, nothing. They also work closely with all their suppliers to remove plastic even from the supply chain.

What to try: Flavedo & Albedo Dew Tint, $39

Available in 3 universally flattering shades, these cream blushes boast a non-sticky, healing and hydrating formula with a natural, dewy finish. It blends into foundation easily. You could dab some on your lips, too, and notice the plumping effect and that healthy-looking wash of color.

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What to love: Aesop Foundation philanthropy efforts have been reaching far and wide for years. Ethical sourcing. Carbon neutral; sustainable packaging; electricity from renewable sources — and so much more.

What to try: Aesop Camellia Nut Facial Hydrating Cream, $53

With key ingredients like chamomile bud, sandalwood and rosemary, this is an aromatic feast for all senses. A complex, richly nourishing blend of nut and plant extracts delivers skin-softening vitamin A, fortifying vitamin E and generous hydration to sensitive, dry and normal skin.

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What to love: Upcycled ingredients in natural formulations. Certified plastic-negative. They use glass, paper and aluminum packaging, and you know those protective packaging "peanuts"? They are plastic-free, vegan and dissolve in water!

What to try: UpCircle Cleansing Face Balm With Apricot Powder, $15.75

Suitable for all skin types, this derm-approved cleansing balm is made with the powder of discarded apricot stones, a natural by-product of the apricot oil industry, and is combined with skin-calming blackcurrant seed, blue tansy and sea buckthorn oils. It dissolves SPF and makeup and works great as a step in your double cleansing.

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