The beauty industry has a black mark on its face, and we’re not talking runny mascara. Just look in your makeup bag (or drawer or purse ...), and you’ll find a whole lot of plastic packaging that’s destined for the landfill. Many beauty products also contain ingredients that are bad for people and the planet, and don’t get us started on the pollution beauty brands produce during manufacturing and transport of their products.

But we don’t like to be Debbie Downers here at Izzy Beauty. We have high hopes that more players in the beauty industry will embrace clean beauty and more conscious, sustainable manufacturing practices. After all, Izzy is committed to zero waste during every phase of our products’ life cycles—from manufacturing to packaging to recycling to shipping.

We also believe in partnering with other tree-hugging, conscious beauty brands to bring you products you love, and that love you and the environment back. Which brings us to …

The Big Beauty Swap: 5 Amazing Products from Conscious Beauty Brands

Conscious beauty loving ladies and gents, we’re covering a lot of bases here with some upscale, yet affordable (especially via our Gift Set), conscious beauty must-haves that can be delivered to your mailbox in a matter of days. So, if your personal health, the environment, and ethical manufacturing practices are important to you, you’ve got options—sold separately or as a part of Izzy’s Conscious Care Collection Gift Set.

Swap No. 1: Opt for Axiology Vegan Lip Balm over classic lip products.

Ever wonder how much lip balm or lipstick the average person eats every year? While the amount depends on usage, what goes on the lips does go into the body. What’s concerning is that numerous studies suggest that lip formulas contain potentially harmful chemicals.

Many lip products contain parabens, petroleum, metals, synthetic colors and fragrances, and more—ingredients that are questionable at best. We suggest you try Axiology’s Vegan Lip Balm instead! Packed with soft, creamy, and nourishing naturally-derived ingredients, the recycled paper packaging of this fan favorite gets two thumbs up.

Swap No. 2: Trade traditional toothpaste for Kaylaan Toothpaste Tablets.

While some toothpaste brands now offer recyclable tubes, most people don’t recycle them, which means the hundreds of tubes most people use in a lifetime end up in the landfills. Our friends at Kaylaan came up with a better option: chewable toothpaste tablets made of all natural ingredients and packaged in reusable, sustainable tins.

And get this: these tiny tablets really work, and their customers love them! And you get to decide between fluoride and fluoride-free options. Give them a try with the Izzy Conscious Care Gift Set or shop Kaylaan toothpaste tablets here.

Swaps No. 3 and 4: Ditch chemical-laden shampoo and conditioner for Klaine Products’ vegan alternatives.

The shampoos, conditioners, and other hair products you purchase at the salon or big box stores often come laden with chemicals that can either be harmful or irritating to the scalp and skin. Some ingredients that have come under scrutiny include: sulfates, parabens, phthalates, triclosan, various silicones, and polyethylene glycol (PEG), among others.

Not only are Klaine Products shampoos and conditioners made with vegan ingredients, the ingenious sisters who found the company are also passionate about eliminating single-use plastics. That’s why their hair products come in refillable aluminum bottles, with reusable plastic pumps. You can shop Klaine Products here.

Swap No. 5: Say goodbye to conventional facial serums, and hello to Izzy’s Zero Waste Dew Bomb.

Many facial serums on the market today pose two big problems for conscious beauty lovers. Like other beauty products, they’re loaded with synthetic ingredients and housed in non-recyclable packaging. That’s not the case with Izzy’s Zero Waste Dew Bomb Hydra-Milk Starter Kit and Refill.

Formulated with a concentrated dose of triple-layer hyaluronic acid, calming geranium, and nourishing argan oil, our moisturizing Dew Bomb face serum visibly diminishes inflammation, irritation, and breakouts. The starter kit comes with a reusable, dishwasher safe jar, and the serum itself comes in a water-soluble pod that dissolves when you add a touch of water. Get ready for soft, fresh, and glow-ready skin!

Save BIG and get it ALL for $50: Order the Zero Waste Kit!

That’s right. Every product featured above—a $150 VALUE—is included in our Conscious Care Collection: The Ultimate Sustainable Gift Set. Whether you gift it for the holidays (a great idea BTW) or treat yourself, this sustainable conscious care collection will truly be a treat for the lucky guy or gal who receives it. Get yours today!