As a beauty writer, a big perk of my job is being regularly introduced to trailblazing indie skincare brands striving to make their mark not only in the world of cosmetics, but also in sustainability. An ethical ethos is by no means cheap for these brands – responsible production can be costly, so I always commend businesses that are steadfastly dedicated to being as sustainable as possible, while working within the financial confines of independence. 

Today is their time to shine – if you’d like to redirect your cash away from the bigger, mainstream skincare companies and instead into the conscious missions of a few indie brands, I’m sharing a few of my own heroes to get you started. I can confirm that each of these products plays a central role in my personal skincare regimen and has a worthy place on any sustainable skincare shelf.