Best Eco-friendly Body Care Products in the UAE
Products: Shaving kits, Floss, Body soap, Moisturiser, Floss, Shaving soap, Body scrub, Body brush, Loofah, Deodorant
Logistic & Shipping: They do not accept returns to prevent excessive accumulation of landfill waste although we don't consider this point as part of our CLIMP criteria. However, they do ship products using zero-waste packaging—which contributes to their green efforts.
Ingredients & Content: Essential oils, fruit, flower & vegetable extracts like Lavender, Patchouli, Peppermint, Lemongrass, Spearmint, and additional recycled materials.
Manufacturing Processes: They are part of the Zero Waste Movement and ensure that any by-products are reused and recycled and no harmful effluents are discharged into the environment
Packaging: 100% plastic free; cardboard, paper tape, crinkle paper, and packing paper; packaging free
Where to Purchase: Originated in the United States and can be purchased from their main website. They're not available on Amazon.
Brand Origin: USA
Products: Deodorants, Lotions, Creams, Oils, Soaps, Natural Fragrance products
Logistic & Shipping: 100% recycled paper mailers can be recycled or composted with biodegradable/compostable peanuts. Larger orders will ship in USPS boxes that are also recycled and can be used repeatedly. This would negate their carbon footprint to a certain extent since they're actively making green efforts.
Ingredients & Content: Some of them include Comfrey, Fruit and vegetable extracts like cucumber and pomegranate, Spruce, Cardamom, Coconut, Shea Butter, Cocoa, Sandalwood, and WildRose, Bergamot, Elm, Chamomile, Citrus. No palm oil.
Manufacturing Processes: They use organic ingredients but not much information on actual manufacturing practices. They don't work with materials that contribute to deforestation, like palm oil.
Packaging: Not 100% sustainable but packaging is reusable like tin cans, glass bottles and more
What We Think: Rainwater Botanicals is a unique eco-conscious brand that does not use ingredients that contribute to deforestation. They are also mindful that packaging causes too much waste, so they only use recycled material—even if it's shipped across the world. Their products are known to be generously sized.
Where to Purchase: Originated in the United States but available on their website and Etsy stores. Not available on Amazon UAE.
Brand Origin: USA
Products: Shower gel, Deodorant, Hand wash, Hand cream, Foot cream, Body lotion, Body oil, Self-tanner, Sunscreen, Toothpaste
Logistic & Shipping: Available locally in Australia, Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Holland, Hong Kong, Ireland, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden. In the UAE, they're only available through global shipping (Amazon UAE) and Skind—which contributes to their carbon footprint. UAE: Only through Global shipping & Skind
Ingredients & Content: Some of them include Activated charcoal, Aloe vera, Apricot, Aniseed, Fennel, Mandarin, Rice, Rose, Vanilla, Vetiver, Yeast, and Ylang Ylang (primarily organic fruits, grains & vegetables).
Manufacturing Processes: While they source ingredients from different continents, they try to source as close as possible. They are a part of the Zero Waste movement—meaning no wastage and any by-products are reused in the production cycle. An example if their Apple Cellular Water made from apple chips which usually go to waste.
Packaging: 100% recyclable plastic (PP/PE/HDPE), Sugar cane, Glass, PP/PE Plastic pumps & shives, Cardboard, Toothpaste tubes, Packaging chips (non-GMO corn starch)
What We Think: Green People is one of the few sustainable body care brands with their ingredient list published on their website. Not just that, they also make use of unique materials like corn starch packaging chips, recycled plastic, and more for shipping their products. To ensure that their products are zero waste, they even incorporate the by-products in their final formulations—resulting in a green production cycle. They are not just kind to the planet but to your bodies too. What's more notable is that their founder is also the original founder and committee member of the Soil Organic Association.
Where to Purchase: Available through global shipping and Skind store.
Brand Origin: United Kingdom
Products: Hand & Body Cream, Hand & Body gel, Cellulite oil, Body scrub, Deodorants, Cleanser, Soaps, Body mousse
Logistic & Shipping: They ship worldwide which helps to improve accessibility but could also mean that that could contribute to the carbon footprint.
Ingredients & Content: Some of them include Vegetation water, Camelia, Tomato skins, Oats, Ivy, Venus hair fern, Fennel, Kiwi, Grapes, Apples, Mint, Blueberry, Cypress hydrolat, Eucalyptus, Carrot, Hot pepper, Olive oil, Pomegranate, Sea Buckthorn
Manufacturing Processes: They use the “0-km” approach to source their ingredients and ensure that their carbon footprint is in check this way. This means they only source locally and use the same process for their entire production cycle. They're also mindful of lowering CO2 consumption levels for transportation during sourcing, which is good for the environment.
Packaging: 100% recycable bottles (sugar cane & recycled fibres)
What We Think: The company uses ingredients available in their local regions, such as camelia, Venus hair fern, apples, cypress, etc. Their care for the environment is clear from their need to source locally only. They also make use of recycled bottles to pack their skincare products. The only issue is that they ship worldwide, which could contribute to their carbon footprint. They send a "Biofficina Toscana forest" tree to plant whenever you make a purchase too.
Where to Purchase: Available on their website and the Eccoverde store
Brand Origin: Italy
Products: Body Oil, Hand Sanitizer, Hand Cream, Body Wash, Body Lotion, Intimate Wash, Body Scrub
Logistic & Shipping: Available only in Denmark, Ireland, the US, Dubai, and the Netherlands. They encourage buying from local stores but, as such, no information on shipping so it isn't in accordance with our CLIMP criteria.
Ingredients & Content: Some of them include Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, Oat Extract, Shea Butter, Calcium Gluconate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carrageenan, Glycerin, Sunflower Seed Oil, Kaolin, Lactic Acid, Lava Powder, White Horehound Extract, Nordic Sugar Beet, Olive Fruit Oil, Olive Leaf Oil and more. They have a complete list available on their website.
Manufacturing Processes: Their bottles and tubes are made from recycled and recyclable plastic, but not much information is available about the actual production process. To negate their carbon footprint, they contribute to the "One Tree Planted" initiative.
Packaging: FSC certified cardboard packaging
What We Think: Lykkegaard uses sustainable and ethically sourced ingredients that are either fruit and vegetable extracts or essential oils from them. Considering that they are certified by the Nordic Swan Ecolabel makes them a trusted eco-friendly brand. Their formulations are gentle and vegan for customers who prefer them.
Where to Purchase: Available globally through the Ultra Green Life store
Brand Origin: Denmark
Products: Soaps, Lotions & Balms, Hair Products, Toothpaste, Hand Sanitizer, Coconut Oil, Liquid soap, Bar soap, and Biodegradable cleaner
Logistic & Shipping: They are available through worldwide shipping but are available in local retail stores (and recommended by them). Unfortunately, they source their ingredients from countries such as Sri Lanka, India, and more which contributes to their carbon footprint.
Ingredients & Content: Made out of ethically sourced and fair trade ingredients (organic plant oils like coconut oil, hemp oil, jojoba oil, and palm oil); for preserving, they use sodium hydroxide, citric acid, tocopherol.
Manufacturing Processes: They only use fair trade ingredients meaning they're sourced through ethical practices. Sourced from local farms in Sri Lanka, Kenya, Samoa, and India. They are active champions of Agroecology and regenerative agriculture—which means they give back through organic farming practices.
Packaging: 100% Post consumer recycled plastic packaging (PET plastic)
What We Think: One of the most significant drawing points is that all of their ingredients are sourced sustainably using organic ingredients (including palm oil). They also actively contribute to many green campaigns and are staunch believers in regenerative agriculture. They have many eco-friendly body care products for brushing, bathing, moisturizing and sanitizing. They also have affordable household cleaners that can be used everywhere. We highly recommend Dr. Bronner's products as they are biodegradable and affordable.
Where to Purchase: Originated from the United States. Available in local UAE stores. You can also purchase it from Noon.com and Carrefour.com.
Brand Origin: USA
Products: Artisan soaps, moisturizers, body oils, bath salts
Logistic & Shipping: They ships worldwide which means it contributes to their carbon footprint. But they are available locally in Australia, Austria Bahrain, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Hungary, Japan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Netherlands, Qatar, Romania, Switzerland, Taiwan, UAE, UK USA. Although even shipping in bulk doesn't negate their carbon footprint.
Ingredients & Content: Few of them include Essential oils, Glycerin, Vitamin E, Shea butter. No parabens, silicones, colorants, titanium dioxide, EDTA, and Tallow.
Manufacturing Processes: A member of the United Nations Global Compact (reduced use of plastic, packaging that minimizes excess weight, and utilizing recycled materials whenever possible) which means they're compliant with the set standards.
Packaging: Silk paper, 80% biodegradable materials + 20% plastic
What We Think: The company is open about its ingredients range and only uses organically sourced ones for their body care products. Also, their products are known to be energizing and luxurious due to the essential oils they use. The only drawback is that they don't have official certifications, but they don't sell products in countries requiring animal testing.
Where to Purchase: Originated from Lebanon but ships worldwide
Brand Origin: France
Products: Bar soaps, Hand wash, Hand & body cream
Logistic & Shipping: Unfortunately, they ship worldwide which means it contributes to its carbon footprint.
Ingredients & Content: Free of synthetic foaming agents like sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate, as well as glutens, EDTA, parabens, and phthalates. Contains Aloe vera, Essential Oils, Shea Butter, Green Tea, Cellulose, Citric Acid, Coconut Oil, Sustainable Palm Oil, Glycerin, Vitamin E.
Manufacturing Processes: Kettle-cooked in small batches using this traditional Marseille recipe with all-natural vegetable ingredients which keeps their waste production in check.
Packaging: Manufactured from 30% post consumer waste, the packaging is completely recyclable
What We Think: South of France is another eco-friendly skincare brand that uses sustainable palm oil, organic fruit, and vegetable extracts such as coconut, green tea, etc. They are very conscious about their production process, so they cook their products in small batches only when orders are placed. Their products are vegan and recyclable.
Where to Purchase: Made by a French Expatriate in the US but carried by online stores in the region. Also available on iHerb.com.
Brand Origin: United States of America
Products: Moisturizers, Hand & body butter, Deodorants, Hand & body wash. Additionally: Haircare, Face care, Dental care, and Sensitive products.
Logistic & Shipping: They are part of the Midsona Group and are also actively working to reduce their carbon footprint to be in line with the Paris Agreement. This means that they're focused on keeping in line with emission requirements—and are slowly working towards that goal.
Ingredients & Content: A few of them include Aloe vera, Coconut oil, Hyaluronic acid, Jojoba oil, Lavender, and Shea butter.
Manufacturing Processes: They are resource-efficient and make use of renewable energy to power their production plants.
Packaging: Plant based plastic (sugar cane plastic), packaging can be recycled as plastic
What We Think: They use ethically sourced ingredients such as aloe vera, jojoba oil, shea butter, and more. The most interesting part about their manufacturing process is that they rely on renewable energy. Urketam also uses recycled plastic for its packaging, making them a holistic eco-contributor.
Where to Purchase: Made in Denmark but available in local stores
Brand Origin: Denmark
Products: Soap Bar, Shower Gel, Body Scrub, Body Lotion, Aromatherapy Oil, and Hand Wash
Logistic & Shipping: They ship worldwide which means it contributes to its carbon footprint.
Ingredients & Content: Fruit, vegetable, herb, and seed extracts, Diamond powder, Fullers Earth, Goat Milk, Honey, Heena, Kokum butter, Silver dust, Essential oils, Silk, Nuts.
Manufacturing Processes: GMP Certified processes mean that they source their ingredients ethically and also care for the environment during their production process. They source ingredients from organic farms in tropical and subtropical regions of India, some parts of USA, New Zealand.
Packaging: Minimal packaging but no specific information is available.
What We Think: Vaadi Organics is a popular Indian brand that uses organic and ethical ingredients. Some of their ingredients are unique, such as goat's milk, diamond extract, silver dust, kokum butter, etc. Their products are produced in a GMP-certified facility, meaning they partake in responsible production practices. Their products are well known for skin improvement, and they're accredited by many international organizations like EUROCERT and UKCERT.
Where to Purchase: Made in India but has distributors in the UAE
Brand Origin: India
What We Think: They use energizing ingredients such as Lavender, Patchouli, Peppermint, and Lemongrass for their body care products. As they are eco-conscious, they also make sure that their products are packaging-free or packed with paper products. Ecoroots does not accept any returns because it causes too much landfill waste—a bold step by the team but we'd recommend exercising caution while shopping from them for this reason. All in all, they're truly contributing to the circular economy.