Have you had a chance to browse Sephora’s new Clean at Sephora section? It’s a nifty little curation of products that all adhere to certain “clean beauty” standards. Each product has to be free of sulfates (SLS and SLES), parabens, formaldehyde, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan and triclocarban, and must contain less than one percent synthetic fragrances. All of the beauty products that meet these standards are stamped with a “Clean at Sephora” seal, easily distinguishing them from the pack.
With guidelines that strict, you may be tempted to worry that not many products would make the cut — luckily, that’s far from the case. In fact, many of the buzziest brands and products of the moment easily meet the standards — which makes this the perfect excuse to build yourself a brand new beauty routine. Ready to meet some of the most exciting products from Sephora’s clean beauty section? Keep reading for 17 of our favorites.
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This article originally appeared on TotalBeauty.com
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Drunk Elephant
D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Serum, $36 at Sephora
We're all about anti-pollution skin care here at TotalBeauty, which makes this unique bronzer an especially attractive pick. A blend of oils and vitamins supports the skin barrier and a dose of antioxidants adds in environmental protection — all while the stuff adds a very subtle, sun-kissed glow to your complexion.
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Farmacy
Bright On Massage-Activated Vitamin C Mask, $38 at Sephora
Few ingredients brighten dark spots, discoloration and dullness as well as superstar vitamin C. This mask combines those benefits with detoxifying clay and exfoliating AHAs for maximum complexion-brightening results. Oh, and did we mention it changes colors?
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Briogeo
Be Gentle Be Kind Matcha + Apple Replenishing Superfood Shampoo, $28 at Sephora
Like your favorite green juice, this shampoo comes packed with nutrients that help protect and maintain your mane. It's great for reviving dull hair and we're obsessed with the juice-inspired packaging.
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RMS Beauty
Wild With Desire Lipstick, $28 at Sephora
This lightweight lippie packs quite the pigment punch — and it wears gorgeously (and comfortably!) with its satiny matte finish.
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Volition Beauty
Snow Mushroom Water Serum, $62 at Sephora
Thanks to sponge-like snow mushrooms and a whole host of other skin-loving botanical extracts, this soothing serum hydrates like a champ. A single dropper-full is enough to add a shot of weightless hydration to your complexion, nicely paving the way for the rest of your skin care routine.
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Kora Organics
Rose Quartz Luminizer, $28 at Sephora
When it comes to a natural, dewy glow, this highlighter just can't be beat. And whether or not you believe in the potential love-attracting powers of the rose quartz in the formula, it doesn't hurt to give it a try, right?
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Boscia
Cactus Water Moisturizer, $38 at Sephora
You know how cactuses are able to survive under the harshest of conditions? Well, it's time to harness their power with some cactus-infused beauty products like this new moisturizer. The lightweight water cream formula is so refreshing, especially for summer.
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Edible Beauty
Gold Rush Eye Balm, $61 at Sephora
Have you heard of Edible Beauty before? The popular Australian beauty brand recently made its way to Sephora and we're particular fans of the brand's eye balm. It's creamy and oh-so-hydrating — and who doesn't love luxurious flakes of gold leaf?
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Kopari
Organic Coconut Melt, $38 at Sephora
This coconut balm is the multi-tasker to end all multi-taskers. You can use it for everything from a body lotion to a makeup remover and it does each job better than the last. (Pro-tip: use it as a deep-conditioning mask!)
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Tata Harper
Volumizing Lip And Cheek Tint, $39 at Sephora
Whether you want to add a dewy flush to your cheeks or a natural tint to your lips, this genius product has got you covered. It's hydrating, comfortable to wear and nicely pigmented — in other words, it's one of those rare cheek and lip products that's actually good.
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Origins
Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Relief & Resilience, $34 at Sephora
Don't let the watery texture fool you: This essence packs a majorly moisturizing punch. It makes for a great first step after washing your face since it preps the skin so well for other products. It also has a pleasant herbal smell that makes it even more soothing and relaxing.
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Rahua
Leave-In Treatment, $45 at Sephora
This creamy leave-in treatment works wonders on stressed strands — it adds in shine and hydration without weighing your hair down. It's formulated for all hair types, though those with fine hair might want to take special heed, since it's so lightweight.
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Ilia
Limitless Lash Mascara, $28 at Sephora
This natural mascara delivers sky-scraping length, thanks to its nourishing formula and dual-sided silicone brush.
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Coola
Organic SPF 30 Full Spectrum 360 Sun Silk Drops, $46 at Sephora
In addition to being silky and weightless, this innovative sunscreen actually helps protect you from blue light — AKA the light emitted from your phone, tablets, computers, etc. Plus, it's great for sensitive skin and won't cause an annoying white cast in photographs.
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Caudalie
Premier Cru The Serum, $150 at Sephora
If you're looking to treat yourself, this luxurious serum will do just the trick. It's packed with antioxidants to help protect your skin, as well as different forms of hyaluronic acid to add in some weightless hydration. It absorbs so quickly and you'll love the dewy base it creates.
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Lawless
Flawless Finish Foundation, $46 at Sephora
This foundation is an exciting find: Though made with clean ingredients, it still blurs imperfections nicely with medium-to-full coverage finish. The finish is radiant which makes it especially nice for summer.
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Yuni
Shower Sheets, $15 at Sephora
These fresh-scented body wipes are absolute lifesavers — especially if you ever find yourself unable to shower. The generous size of each wipe is enough to cover a lot of surface area, so you'll feel extra clean (and the deodorizing effect is nothing to sneeze at, either).
