Beauty

15 Clean Beauty Products The Evie Team Would Save In A Fire

From under-$10 tinted balms to luxe hair elixirs worth every penny, these are the clean beauty staples the Evie team swears by. The products we’ve tested, loved, repurchased, and recommended to anyone who so much as glances at our makeup bags.

By Anna Hartman3 min read

They’re the ones that work so well you stop caring about trends, because you’ve found your forever formulas. Whether you’re swapping to non-toxic ingredients for the first time or you’ve been living the clean beauty life for years, these are the keepers you’ll want in arm’s reach, fire or not.

Brittany, Co-Founder

Salt & Stone Deodorant, $20

Personally, I love the Santal scent, but I haven’t tried the others (yet.) Most natural deodorants do nothing for me, but this one is different. It truly works and I’m obsessed with the smell.

Agent Nateur Holi (growth) 84 Leave-in Hair Growth Scalp Spray, $84

I’m currently in the process of growing out my hair and I love how this spray works. From experience, I can tell you that Agent Nateur has some of the best quality products in the market. 

Anna, Managing Editor

I used to be that girl with the extensive (and expensive) 10-step skincare routine. But over the years, I’ve learned that when it comes to my face, less really is more. These days, my morning and evening skincare routines combined use just three products, and the whole lineup costs under $40.

Amazon Versed Dew Point Gel Moisturizer, $15

Since I’m prone to dry, red, and occasionally bumpy skin on my cheeks, anything with aloe is basically my holy grail. I’ve noticed a huge improvement in my overall complexion and skin texture since adding this to my morning routine about six months ago. And honestly? I can’t imagine ever going back.

Amazon Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer, $14

One thing you should know about my skincare routine: I’m not one of those “crunchy” girls who only uses clean products. I want the best of the best, clean or not. So you can imagine my surprise when I realized my entire lineup, this moisturizer included, checks the “clean” box.

If you listen to The Toast, you might remember Jackie raving about this for her red cheeks; that’s what first made me hit “check out.” But months later, it’s still in my rotation, having completely dethroned what I thought was my forever nightly moisturizer, the Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask. And if you know, you know… this one is a lot cheaper.

Amazon Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, $6

I’m tired, okay? With three little boys, beauty sleep is more of a myth than a reality. But that doesn’t mean I’m fine with looking like a perpetually over-caffeinated mom. This eye gel works just as well as the $50 one I used before, maybe even better, and feels like a wake-up call in a tube every morning.

Amazon divi Volumizing Shampoo, $32

Now that you know I have three little ones, it’s probably no surprise that I’ve dealt with my fair share of postpartum hair loss. When I started seeing clumps of hair on the shower floor, I knew it was time to get serious about scalp health. That’s when divi came in. It’s such an easy add to your routine. After all, you’ve got to shampoo with something, and the scent and lather are incredible. Even now that I’m out of the trenches, I still use their shampoo and scalp serum. Because honestly, who doesn’t want thicker, healthier hair?

Carmen, Editor

Chocolate Sun Self Tanner, $40

I’m obsessed with this self-tanner because it’s basically impossible to mess up. Chocolate Sun goes on like a lotion, smells surprisingly good (no weird tanner stench), and gives you a really subtle but visible glow. It’s made with organic botanicals like aloe, shea butter, and coconut oil and no parabens, no synthetic dyes, and no harsh ingredients.

Amazon Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip and Cheek Stain – Forever Red, $32

So many clean lip products are too dry, but this one has a really nice texture and the right amount of color. It's totally clean, lightweight, not sticky, and lasts a surprisingly long time.

Ilia Limitless Lash Mascara, $29

This mascara really is worth the hype. I don’t love a heavy lash look, and this formula is super lightweight, gives zero clumps, and adds great length and definition. It’s one of those “your lashes but better” products. Made without carbon black and packed with ingredients like organic shea butter and keratin. And it doesn't smudge! 

Rachel, Social Media Manager

Root Pretty Tinted Lip Balm, $8

I'm currently loving this clean tinted lip balm! I apply it on top of my everyday chapstick to add a little color (you probably don't need to use both, I'm just finicky). I have this in the color Maris and it's the perfect natural reddish lip color for a no-makeup-makeup look! Sometimes I'll apply lip liner and a lip gloss over it for a more done-up look. 

Wild Oak Farms Goat Milk Body Butter, $15

I'm a lotion snob which has made switching over to cleaner products difficult. But this is the best clean lotion I've been able to find so far! It's super thick and feels like it actually absorbs into your skin instead of just sitting on top and losing all its effectiveness when you wash your hands.

BAREPRO 24HR Wear Skin-Perfecting Matte Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20, $44

This foundation is perfect for every day since it has buildable coverage. It's not cakey and blends seamlessly with my skin.

Norwex Protect + Prevent Mineral Facial Sunscreen, $46

I love how lightweight this facial sunscreen is and how quickly it blends into my skin unlike others I've tried.

Nicole, Social Media Editor

Heritage Store Organic Castor Oil, $22

I love using castor oil to massage my scalp. It really does help with hair growth! I've also heard that it helps women with their digestion when they put it in their belly buttons.

Barefoot Venus Midnight Muse Argan Body Oil, $20

Venus' plant-based body oil smells amazing, and it really does make my skin feel soft! It uses argan oil, apricot kernel oil, and meadowfoam oil.