Fancy yourself as a friend of the earth? Finding organic food and shopping for only recycled goods but organic makeup and skincare? Tough luck, kid. But fear not green goddesses – we’ve done all the legwork for you. From fruit-dyed lipsticks to vegan foundation, these organic beauty stores in Singapore have got the goods; they’re treasure troves of all-natural, toxin-free cosmetics and skincare which aren’t just better for your skin but the planet too.
100% Pure
True to its name, 100% Pure offers all natural, anti-oxidising beauty products designed to combat clogged pores, skin irritation and premature aging. A leading player in the natural beauty department, the brand offers an extensive range of vegan, cruelty-free and vitamin-packed makeup dyed with fruit pigments including the all-star silky pot blush rouge and highly pigmented eyeshadow palettes. Bonus: All products are packaged in biodegradable materials – how’s that for dedication?
100% Pure, 2 Kallang Pudding Road #09-06 Mactech Building, Singapore 349307, p, 9001 1732, e. [email protected].
Pure Tincture
We’ll lay it down for you: Award-winning beauty boutique and spa Pure Tincture is a beauty haven. Talented therapists tailor customised skincare solutions and work magic on the most troubled of skins through relaxing facials (read here for a gushing review from our Digital Lead). But aside from its beauty treatments, the boutique also stocks an extensive lineup of natural, cruelty-free organic makeup and skincare brands. The range is impressive; organic enthusiasts have tons of skin-friendly makeup options – including mineral foundations, all-natural eye makeup and antioxidsing lippies – and potent yet naturally-derived skincare products.
Pure Tincture, The Adelphi, 1 Coleman Street, Singapore 179803, p. 6337 6411, e. [email protected]
Allerganics
Despite their “organic” or “natural” labels, many supposedly skin-friendly products contain synthetic chemicals. So it’s a wonderful discovery that Allerganics is dedicated to thorough research of all of its products’ ingredients before bringing them in for sale. Aside from 100% Pure, the brand also stocks Zosimos Botanicals (creamy eyeshadow sticks galore!) and enkido’s revitalising products for sensitive skin.
Allerganics, p. 9354 1299, e. [email protected].
Katharos
Hop on to Katharos’s site and one thing’s immediately clear: These guys aren’t messing around. The evidence? The brand’s products aren’t just free of the obvious sulphates and parabens but also harmful chemicals like petrolatum and mineral oils. Top on our must have list is the Wild Nature Mineral Foundation, which soothes skin and reduces the appearance of large pores, as well as the highly pigmented Intense Shimmer eyeshadows. The clincher? All products are cruelty-free and come with environmentally-friendly packages.
Katharos, p. 8191 8262, e. [email protected].
Bud Cosmetics
Bud Cosmetics takes customers care very seriously. With a bold “nothing to hide” policy, every ingredient is up for careful scrutiny online and in-store. Bud boasts a wide variety of ethical and guilt-free beauty products with over 30 popular organic brands, including Antipodes, Dr Alkaitis and Juice Beauty. Simply swing by their brick-and-mortar store in town if you want to experience the products for yourself (or study the labels).
Bud Cosmetics, 333 Orchard Road, #03-32 Mandarin Gallery, Singapore 307506, p. 6733 5782.
Charis Naturals
It’s nice to know that founder of Charis (pronounced Care-iss) Naturals, Michelle, is on our team when it comes to the battle for good skin. Faced with eczema problems as a teen, she’s done intensive research and studying of the dos and don’ts of organic products. She’s also a huge fan of the store’s Kahina products, a brand based on the wonders of Argan Oil (also known as Moroccan liquid gold). And we’d have to agree, just a few drops of the 100% Argan Oil onto our dry, frizzy hair and poof! Magically smooth hair the next morning.
Charis Naturals, e. [email protected].
The Naturally Better Company
The creme-de-la-creme of natural beauty brands. The Naturally Better Company is an eco-luxury boutique offering makeup and skincare brands with healthy, safe ingredients and sustainable practices. The selection is extensive, with the likes of award-winning RMS Beauty, ILIA, and Tata Harper ranking high on the bestseller list. But a special mention must be made for bringing in PRITI NYC: a luxury nail polish brand with polishes that aren’t just trendy, fast drying and chip resistant but also vegan, non toxic and free of carcinogenic ingredients. Hallelujah!
The Naturally Better Company, Millenia Walk #02-46, 9 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039596, p. 6471 7220, e. [email protected]
Adonica Kube
Adonica Kube’s earth-loving ethos is simple – to rebalance man’s relationship with nature. And while it’s cosmetic selection is limited, its haircare products are testament to its philosophy. Under the Naturalmente brand (one of the three labels it stocks online), you’ll find a huge assortment of products for glossy locks, including hydrating, antioxidant shampoos, masks and styling products, like all-natural hair spray (who knew that exists?). Skincare mavens also have zilch to complain about, with a range of Breathe’s moisturising serums, creams and gels for every skin type.
Adonica Kube, 112 East Coast Road, #03-36, Singapore 428802, p. 91826209, e. [email protected]
Bud Cosmetics
Bud Cosmetics takes customers care very seriously. With a bold “nothing to hide” policy, every ingredient is up for careful scrutiny online and in-store. Bud boasts a wide variety of ethical and guilt-free beauty products with over 30 popular organic brands, including Antipodes, Dr Alkaitis and Juice Beauty. Simply swing by their brick-and-mortar store in town if you want to experience the products for yourself (or study the labels).
Bud Cosmetics, 333 Orchard Road, #03-32 Mandarin Gallery, Singapore 307506, p. 6733 5782.
Charis Naturals
It’s nice to know that founder of Charis (pronounced Care-iss) Naturals, Michelle, is on our team when it comes to the battle for good skin. Faced with eczema problems as a teen, she’s done intensive research and studying of the dos and don’ts of organic products. She’s also a huge fan of the store’s Kahina products, a brand based on the wonders of Argan Oil (also known as Moroccan liquid gold). And we’d have to agree, just a few drops of the 100% Argan Oil onto our dry, frizzy hair and poof! Magically smooth hair the next morning.
Charis Naturals, e. [email protected].
natureLOVA
Other than the tantalising temptations of free shipping and free samples upon liking their Facebook Page, ecoluxe apothecary natureLOVA has their natural beauty game on point. Passionate about personal well-being and environmental sustainability, the huge product range includes fine hypoallergenic, natural and organic cosmetics and skincare. And while ladies are more than catered for here, men can get in on the action too; get him all groomed up with VMV’s hypoallergenic pre-shave barber oil, aftershave or Botani’s moisturising facial products.
natureLOVA, e. [email protected]