Non-Toxic Awards for Non-Toxic Skincare
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What they say about Vanessa Megan
NATURAL PERFUME
SAFE – Formulated from excellent, non-toxic ingredients including orange, lavender and vanilla oils.
Testimonials
The smell is sweet and subtle, and the packaging of this perfume feels very glamorous – the glass bottle is beautiful in its look and feel. I love the emphasis on recyclable packaging, and the fact that the brand is 100% natural, Australian certified organic really resonates with me.
— Lucy E Cousins
I adore this scent. The formula is soft on skin (no drying alcohol) and I found it had an almost addictive quality – I came back to it time and time again. It’s warming, sweet, comforting, unique without being divisive. I can’t imagine anyone not loving it. So sophisticated, it morphs with your own skin chemistry and wears like a dream.
—Amy Starr
This is a beautiful, sophisticated scent that has many layers. The fruity sweet orange and floral lavender are beautifully balanced with the deeper notes of pacific sandalwood, vanilla bean and patchouli. I really like that these products are handmade in Sydney with 100% natural ingredients and that the company does an annual audit of their organic certifications.
— Ash Quinn
Addictively alluring. There’s something about the warm citrus with the sandalwood that I just can’t get enough of. Feminine but without too much floral. A perfect Spring perfume (which I’m planning on wearing all year as it’s just so good!)
— Emily Fletcher
I immediately fell in love with this scent: it’s earthy and warm at the same time as being light, citrusy and uplifting. I can immediately detect some of my favourite oils: patchouli, sweet orange, vanilla and sandalwood. It mists perfectly and the amber bottle is divine. Just remember to shake the bottle before use.
— Emma Freeman
FACE MASK
GOLD & LIME CAVIAR COCONUT MEMBRANE SHEET MASK
SAFE – Formulated from excellent, non-toxic ingredients. Colloidal silver and gold, finger lime, Davidson plum and Kakadu plum in a 100% coconut membrane mask.
Testimonials
This is the most incredible sheet mask I have ever used! Made of coconut membrane, the mask fits flawlessly on my face while retaining moisture to hydrate my complexion with its luxe and powerful ingredients. My skin was immediately glowing and deeply nourished — this is definitely going to be a permanent product in my skincare routine!
— Marisa Robinson
This is a luxurious and hydrating sheet mask that provided deep moisture. My skin felt deeply nourished and I enjoyed the glow! I also like that all the ingredients are natural and handcrafted in Sydney.
— Shahrzad Kahrobai
This product looks luxe and feels luxe! I love the commitment to using certified organic ingredients without losing product efficacy.
— Bonnie G
With a fantastic line up of Australian botanical vitamin C sources and also colloidal gold & silver, this is a truly luxurious experience. When this went on, I thought the mask was made of gel, however when it came off I realised that all the amazing serum had absorbed into my skin, and I was left with a paper sheet. My skin was super hydrated and looked amazing for over 24 hours after. Incredible.
— Emily Fletcher
This is such a wonderful self-care product: a sheet mask made with beautiful natural bio-available ingredients. The sheet itself is coconut membrane and it does exactly as it says on the packet: fits to my face like a second skin. The serum contains an all-star mix of natural ingredients including colloidal gold, finger lime caviar and Kakadu plum. After 20 minutes of use, you simply remove the mask and pat the serum in. My skin was brighter, more hydrated and smoother for days after use. Best of all this product is mess-free! Love it.
— Emma Freeman
CLEANSER / EXFOLIATOR
PREBIOTIC + C SKIN POLISHING EXFOLIATOR POWDER
SAFE – Formulated from excellent, non-toxic ingredients. Contains organic and actives from yogurt and rice enzymes, as well as grapefruit extract.
Testimonials
I enjoyed the gentle exfoliation that I could feel while rubbing into my skin. As this is a powder product I preferred mixing this with the Cream Cleanser, rather than water. I was really impressed with the ingredients of the Prebiotic + C Skin Polishing Exfoliator Powder. My skin felt like I had used a face mask after rinsing clean.
— Gillian Latu
I liked the earthy scent, quality of ingredients and the exfoliation of this exfoliating powder.
— Shahrzad Kahrobai
I loved how soft (but not tight) my skin felt after using this exfoliator. I enjoyed the process of applying the exfoliating powder with the cream cleanser: it was surprisingly easy to use. I love that these are Australian made products with organic ingredients- a big tick from me!
— Kate Hall
Strikingly effective, this left my skin so smooth, bright and even. It really cleared all the dead cells and prepped my skin to drink in the serum that followed.
— Emily Fletcher
I just love that you add water yourself to this exfoliator powder — thus removing any need for preservatives! This amazing exfoliator is perfect for my maturing skin — it removes dead skin cells and helps regenerate new ones. My skin looks 100% brighter and more radiant after use.
— Emma Freeman
PETITGRAIN PH BALANCING CREAM CLEANSER
SAFE – Formulated from excellent, non-toxic, 87% organic ingredients. Includes organic aloe vera, sunflower oil, shea butter, elderberry and petitgrain.
Testimonials
I really enjoyed the weight of this cream cleanser, thick enough to rub in properly and remove SPF and light makeup. My skin was left feeling clean and nourished after rinsing off easily. I admire Vanessa Megan’s dedication to sustainability, even the plastic is recyclable for this cleanser.
- Gillian Latu
I loved the easy to use tube topper and classy packaging. The packaging is a real standout and looks great in the bathroom! I also love the faint scent. I’m impressed with the organic, nutrient rich ingredients that the product contains, and of course respect their cruelty-free and vegan certifications. I also loved their simple and compostable/recyclable packaging.
— Kate Hall
A lovely gentle cleanser which leaves my skin soft and moisturised. It also removes stubborn makeup with ease. Perfect for nighttime cleansing and dry/mature skin.
— Emily Fletcher
I’m normally not a fan of cream cleansers but this one’s converted me. It’s really gentle at the same time as being really thorough — it does a fantastic job of removing oil, dirt and makeup whilst leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated. Wonderful subtle scent too.
— Emma Freeman
MOISTURISER
ROSE & CALENDULA MOISTURE+ FACE CREAM
SAFE – Formulated from excellent, non-toxic ingredients. 80% organic, 100% natural ingredients. Includes certified organic jojoba seed and hemp seed oils, as well as certified organic shea butter and chamomile and calendula extracts.
Testimonials
This moisturiser is light and effective, and simple to apply. I love the process of squeezing it out of the bottle with the unique tube top. The scent is not overpowering, and the little tube means it’s easy for travelling and to store in your bathroom. I loved the simple and compostable/recyclable packaging that their products were sent in, and of course respect their cruelty free and vegan certifications
— Kate Hall
One of my favourites of all time, so light yet nourishing, the subtle essential oils make it so enjoyable to use and is the perfect makeup base. The recycling initiatives are wonderful, as are the 100% natural ingredients used. I like that they have altered the manufacturer so all their bottles are now recyclable. Constantly trying to reduce footprint is something I really resonate with, not just in beauty but in lifestyle in general.
— Sigourney Cantelo
This is one I would recommend to anyone with extremely dry sensitive skin. It is exactly what is says on the bottle – skin food. I use this on my entire body and for the whole family. I love the Weleda’s commitment to fair trade and their global support of small communities. I am also so interested in their biodiversity programme – it is such a holistic vision of skincare manufacturing and I am so glad they are sharing this in schools.
— Carla King-Turner
A beautifully light and intensely nourishing moisturiser which my skin absorbs surprisingly quickly. Super gentle on my skin and prepares it perfectly for makeup and the day ahead. Smells divine.
— Emily Fletcher
Despite being quite lightweight, this moisturiser is both nourishing and hydrating. I love that it contains calendula. It absorbs quickly so makeup can be applied instantly. After one week’s use, skin feels softer and smoother.
— Emma Freeman
TONER / FACE MIST
ROSE HYDROSOL PORE REFINING TONER
SAFE – Formulated from excellent, non-toxic ingredients. 100% certified organic rose hydrosol.
Testimonials
As pure as it gets with 100% certified organic Bulgarian rose hydrosol. Bulgarian rose oil is the highest quality rose oil in the world with reportedly 60,000 blooms used to create a single ounce. This beautiful rich rose mist absorbs straight into skin and not only smells uplifting, but the rose hydrosol has antibacterial properties too and so will settle troubled skin.
— Emily Fletcher
I love the spray for this toner: it truly does “mist” the face, making my skin both hydrated and dewy. As someone with naturally open pores, I can see that my pores have become more refined within one week of using it. Wonderful to use before applying face oil or serums.
— Emma Freeman
The fine mist of this product is the perfect strength and volume to shower my skin with hydration! I love that it is an Australian brand handmade in my hometown of Sydney and the fact the mist is made using certified organic ingredients.
— Marisa Robinson
I love the beautiful high end packaging of the product, as well as the brand’s commitment to using as many certified organic ingredients as possible without compromising the product’s efficacy.
— Bonnie G
This is such a luxurious toner. I love the way the packaging looks and how it feels. It does a great job of refreshing the skin or prepping for other skincare
— Ash Quinn
SERUM
SUPER C + BEARBERRY ILLUMINATING FACE SERUM
SAFE – Formulated from excellent, non-toxic ingredients. Contains over 90% organic ingredients including organic rose hydrosol, bearberry and Kakadu plum extracts.
Testimonials
There’s an incredible combination of natural ingredients in this serum: Bearberry, Kakadu Plum and Emu Apple. As someone who has both pigmentation and fading acne scars, the Kakadu Plum works to fade both, while Bearberry brightens. Easy to apply and immediately absorbed by the skin, I can see dark patches fade after one week’s use, my skin looks brighter and feels smoother. A little drying for me (most likely due to the highly concentrated Vit C) so I will continue to use it with a face oil.
— Emma Freeman
The aloe vera and rose water base helps this featherlight serum penetrate beautifully, and leaves my skin hydrated and happy. It contains an impressive line up of brighteners and is a joy to use. The packaging is elegant and the formulas are clever.
— Sigourney Cantelo
As someone with sensitive skin, I liked that this serum soothed, hydrated and absorbed nicely into it without an oily feeling. I think it’s a great initiative to utilise recycled plastic in order to reduce the environmental damage to our oceans, as Vanessa Megan has done.
— Shahrzad Kahrobai
A plumping, highly absorbable and hydrating serum. I love that this serum is gentle enough to use daily and that it is in a dark glass bottle. (UV inactivates vitamin C – so definitely avoid these serums in clear glass!)
— Emily Fletcher
I liked the product’s packaging and the brand’s commitment to using as many certified organic ingredients as possible without compromising the product’s efficacy.
— Bonnie G
