10 Natural Skin Care Brands to Upgrade Your Beauty Routine

There’s a reason why green is Tata Harper’s signature color, and it’s not because the bottles look pretty sitting on the bathroom sink. The brand is dedicated to clean, “green beauty,” formulating its products without any harsh chemicals. With a range spanning skin care, makeup, and tools, this brand allows you to enjoy the feeling of a luxury spa experience in the comfort of your own home.

Sephora rating: 4.5/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “I gifted my aunt a couple of Tata Harper’s hero products years ago, and she’s been hooked ever since. She deals with dry, sensitive, and eczema-prone skin, and the brand’s formulas have done nothing but treat her well. Meanwhile, I have dry, sensitive, and rosacea-prone skin, and I’m particularly a huge fan of the Superkind line, which is formulated to calm and soothe. The Calming Crème is the only moisturizer that keeps my rosacea breakouts at bay. At the end of the day, Tata Harper has something for pretty much anyone—and the aroma of its products transforms your bathroom into a spa-like oasis.” —Carol Lee, associate beauty writer

Our favorite products: Regenerating Cleanser, Water-Lock Refillable Moisturizer, Resurfacing BHA Mask

If you want a masterclass in making sustainability look cool, Josie Maran has you covered. The brand’s formulas and redesigned packaging are designed to keep your skin looking and feeling its best while utilizing low-waste refillable product vessels. From its chic amber glass jars to the recyclable boxes—and, most importantly, its natural body, hair, and skin care products—this brand is for anyone who wants to take their skin care to the next level.

Sephora rating: 4.5/5 stars

An ELLE Editor says: “Josie Maran rebranded last year, and I think the brand does a great job of showing what sustainability can look like. I love that the oils are housed in tins inspired by olive oil cans and the lotions and scrubs are in PCR pouches. As someone with dry skin, I am personally a huge fan of the body butters—Bohemian Fig is my favorite, it’s a sexy fig-forward scent, but I like them all.” — Katie Berohn, beauty editor

Our favorite products: Whipped Argan Oil, The Original 100% Pure Organic Moisturizing Argan Oil, Whipped Argan Oil Face Butter Moisturizer

Inspired by the founder’s passion for holistic health, Kora Organics offers skin care products formulated without chemicals or synthetic additives. The brand delivers a selection that addresses skin issues like dryness, dull and uneven texture, and sensitivity. Each product is certified organic through Ecocert/COSMOS, boasting clean ingredients and manufacturing practices.

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A Sephora reviewer says: “This brightening and exfoliating mask is one of my favorites! I like to use it as a scrub at least one a week. You can feel it working and it leaves my skin feeling super soft.”

Our favorite products: Turmeric 2-in-1 Brightening & Exfoliating Mask, Turmeric Glow Foaming Cleanser, Turmeric Glow Brightening Refillable Moisturizer

If you want a celebrity-approved option, Eminence is a good brand to have on your radar. For decades, the skin care company has specialized in natural products that treat a range of skin types and is beloved by celebs like Laura Dern, Alexa Demie, and Olivia Culpo.

Dermstore rating: 5/5 stars

An Eminence reviewer says: “I bought this product for my daughter while she was pregnant and suffering from an eczema flare up during her 2nd trimester. As she was unable to use a steroid cream, she had tried several lotions and creams that advertised they would bring relief from the symptoms of eczema. She felt no relief until she tried the Yuzu solid body oil morning and night and finally got some reprieve from the eczema/itchiness.”

Our favorite products: Yuzu Solid Body Oil, Stone Crop Hydrating Mist, Facial Recovery Oil

You don't have to dig too deep to discover the main ingredients in these products—it’s in the name. True Botanicals formulates each of their products with wild-harvested and sustainably sourced ingredients. From botanical extracts to ceramides and natural oils, these skin care products are great for sensitive or reactive skin.

Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I love this product! I use it at night on my face and neck, and wake up with glowing skin! I also like that’s it not oily, as someone that is prone to breakouts. A little goes a long way and the smell is neutral and not overbearing.”

Our favorite products: Chebula Active Serum, Nourishing Cleanser, Moisture Lock Glossy Lip Balm

Ursa Major wants to eliminate unnecessary fluff from your skin care routine so that you can focus on getting the best results without any irritants. With clean, active ingredients, this brand offers essentials, like cleansers, moisturizers, and masks, but also has a range of deodorants and other body care products to fully upgrade your hygiene routine.

Dermstore rating: 4.6/5 stars

A Dermstore reviewer says: “I was looking for a moisturizer suitable for how dry my skin is with the changing weather/cold. This moisturizer is amazing. It sinks into my skin and makes it feel so soft and smooth. I love the clean ingredients and the affordable price.”

Our favorite products: Golden Hour Recovery Cream, Fantastic Face Wash, Essential Face Wipes

With completely recyclable packaging and all-natural ingredients, Junk Theory believes that the less junk we produce, the better off the planet will be. The environmentally conscious brand provides the essentials for an easy skin care regimen, including a cleanser, moisturizer, and nutrient-rich anti-aging treatment.

Junk Theory rating: 5/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “I first tried this brand as a sample about a few months ago and as someone with sensitive skin, I can get a but wary about switching up my products. But this brand left me pleasantly surprised. The entire line is simple and effective and I loved the packaging as well! Now, I use this brand interchangeably with my other staple skincare products and my skin loves it.” —Tasha Nicole Smith, beauty assistant

Our favorite products: Juniper Biome Cleanser, Chamomile Hyaluronic Moisturizer, Plum Algae Overnight Treatment

One of the best ways to reconnect with nature is to spend time by the ocean. For almost three decades, water has been the source of inspiration behind Osea’s seaweed-infused skin care line. Rich in vitamins and minerals, Osea harnesses the transformative powers of the algae to provide benefits, including hydration and anti-aging properties to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Ulta rating: 4.2/5 stars

An Ulta reviewer says: “I have dry eye syndrome as well as eye sensitivity. My skin is mature but not dry and sensitive and this is the only eye product I have found that works around my eyes with no burning, irritation, or side effects of any kind. It cools under my eyes & leaves my skin feeling fresh.”

Our favorite products: Ocean Eyes, Undaria Algae Body Oil, Dream Night Cream

This science-backed brand is committed to bringing you the most inventive, naturally derived ingredients. Dr. Barbara Sturm provides various products, including cleansers, moisturizers, and even supplements, all formulated without harmful ingredients.

Sephora rating: 4.7/5 stars

A Sephora reviewer says: “I've heard great things about Dr. Barbara Sturm products and I was so excited to try this. I expected it to dry like a clay, where it would get really hard and make my skin feel really tight before having to wash it off. It was actually quite the opposite. The mask never dried and never made my skin feel tight. I actually loved this and it left my skin feeling more hydrated after I washed it off.”

Our favorite products: Face Mask, Hyaluronic Serum, Balancing Toner

For Dr. Hauschka, natural skin care is more than just a trend—it’s a lifestyle choice. Since the brand's inception, they’ve created products formulated with 100 percent natural raw ingredients. Our skin is always changing, affected by our stress levels, environmental changes and more. Dr. Hauschka’s approach makes it easy to transition to an all-natural beauty routine seamlessly.

Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars

A Dr. Hauschka Reviewer says: “This is a beautiful oil that absorbs into your skin instead of just creating a film on top. It’s a daily must.”

Our favorite products: Rose Day Cream, Clarifying Day Oil, Clarifying Toner

A natural skin care routine can provide many benefits depending on your skin’s particular needs. Because the products are formulated without any harmful ingredients, natural products help to soothe the skin and reduce irritation. “Organic skincare is both clean and green. There are no additional chemicals in organic skincare that can harm or irritate the skin,” says celebrity facialist Sarah Akram. “They also rejuvenate the skin without leaving your face heavy and oily.”

When you’re looking for new products, it’s important to know what ingredients you’re putting on your skin. “The best natural ingredients to look for in organic skin care products include aloe vera, coconut oil, jojoba oil, shea butter, seed oil, tea tree oil, green tea, argan oil, and much more,” says Akram. “For dry skin, try hyaluronic acid, honey, aloe vera, glycerin, and sea buckthorn. For oily skin, you may want to use ingredients such as dead sea mud, activated charcoal, apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, and witch hazel.”

Sarah Akram is a celebrity facialist based in Alexandria, Virginia.

As a leading publisher of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty content, ELLE.com is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, ELLE.com Tasha Nicole Smith spoke with skincare experts about the absolute best natural and organic products to add to your beauty stash. The authors personally tested a number of these products and scoured reviews for the top-rated products on the market.

Tasha Nicole Smith is ELLE Magazine's beauty assistant. She loves all things hair, makeup, and skincare so you’ll find her talking about it here. She enjoys Marvel movies, a good pair of vintage heels, and lemon drop martinis and also shares a birthday with Beyoncé, which is her go to fun fact.