Yes, you could get him another tie, or some camping gear, or.. I don’t know.. a keg of beer or whatever we think men want and like. But wouldn’t it be cool to show the hardworking dad’s in our lives that we want them to pamper them? Dad’s deserve to look good and feel pampered just as much as we do, but sometimes it can be hard to find high quality natural products that are masculine enough to appeal to burly dudes. Here are some of my favorite new men’s products that will help big papa look smooth, clear-skinned and sexy, while feeling pampered and taken care of. Pick up a few for Father’s Day this year and watch daddy glow.
Organic Skincare Goodness.. For Men!
In a marketplace now getting flooded with amazing natural and organic beauty products, men often get the short end of the stick. The ingredient-conscious man is relegated either to using flowery, feminine products or spending tons of time seeking out one of the few high-quality natural men’s product lines out there. Well, Brickell Men’s Products is here to change that.
Best Organic Beauty Products of 2012
It’s that time of year again! We are so lucky to have been able to try some of the best in organic and natural beauty and self-care products, and we’re thrilled to present the Organic Beauty Talk Best in Green 2012 Award Winners, featuring so many of our favorite brands. A lot of these products and brands are featured in our ebook, Four Steps to Naturalizing Your Life, which you can download for free by signing up for our newsletter!
Using healthy, natural products for your skin, hair, body, and home is just as important as what you eat and how often you work out. And by using the products below, you don’t have to sacrifice effectiveness or ease of use!
Have a favorite from the list below? Leave a comment and let us know!
Face
- Best Natural Facial Line for Problem Skin – S.W. Basics (formerly Sprout Skincare, $24-$32)
- Best Natural Facial Line for Normal & Dry Skin – Grateful Body ($22-$36)
- Best Natural Facial Line for Sensitive Skin (can also be used on all skin types including blemish-prone) – Pai ($35-$55)
- Best Holistic Facial Line for Normal & Dry Skin – Dr. Hauschka ($26.95-$89.95)
- Best Organic Anti-Aging Facial Line – Intelligent Nutrients ($24-$55)
- Best Organic Facial Line (including sensitive and blemish-prone skin) – Spiezia ($37.50-$85)
- Best Natural Value Facial Line – Zum Face ($9.50-$24)
- Best Up & Coming Natural Facial Lines – Sequoia Beauty ($24-$50) & Stark Skincare ($22-$48)
- Best Natural Face Moisturizer – Tata Harper Repairative Moisturizer ($100) & Izlla Fresh Sweet Carrot Facial Day Creme ($29.95)
- Best Organic Facial Scrub – HollyBeth Organics Grits & Honey Scrub ($25)
- Best Natural Facial Mask – La Bella Figura ($60)
- Best Natural Face Serum – Lina Hanson Global Face Serum ($85)
- Best Natural Eye Cream – 100% Pure Organic Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream ($19) & Tata Harper Restorative Eye Treatment ($90)
- Best Natural Facial Sunscreen – Erbaviva Sunscreen SPF 30 ($22)
Makeup
- Best Natural Mineral Makeup Line – Alima Pure ($11-$22)
- Best Natural Liquid Foundation – Vapour Organic Beauty Atmosphere Soft Focus Foundation ($48)
- Best Natural Luxury Makeup Line – Kjaer Weis ($44-$54)
- Best Natural Tinted Moisturizer – 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Tinted Moisturizer ($32)
- Best Natural Bronzer – 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Bronzer ($25)
- Best Natural Creme Blush – Youngblood Luminous Creme Blush ($27)
- Best Natural Eyeliner – Lavera Soft Eyeliner ($14.50)
- Best Natural Mascara – Josie Maran GoGo Instant Volume Argan Mascara ($22)
- Best Natural Lip Color – 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Lip Glaze ($15) & Ilia Beauty ($24)
- Best Organic Lip Gloss – Intelligent Nutrients Certified Organic Lip Delivery Antioxidant Gloss ($24)
- Best Natural Lip Exfoliator – Ilia Beauty Balmy Nights ($24)
- Best Natural Multi-Stick – Ilia Beauty ($34)
- Best Eco-Friendly Makeup Brushes – EcoTools (6.99-$15.99)
- Best Natural Makeup Remover – Desert Essence Jojoba Oil ($5.89)
- Best Eco-Friendly Nail Polish – butter LONDON ($14) & Priti NYC ($13.50)
Body
- Best Organic Body Bar Soap – Dr. Bronner’s Soap ($3.99)
- Best Organic Luxury Body Bar Soap – Osmia Organics Handmade Bar Soap ($12)
- Best Natural Body Wash – Patyka Absolis Body Wash ($45)
- Best Natural Body Oil – Indie Lee Moisturizing Oil ($34)
- Best Natural Body Lotion – HollyBeth Organics Geranium Jasmine Lavender Body Lotion ($37)
- Best Natural Value Hand & Body Lotion – Jason Vanilla Hand & Body Lotion ($5.79)
- Best Natural Body Butter – Moksa Organics Body Butter ($16)
- Best Natural Body Scrub – Indie Lee Coconut Citrus Body Scrub ($42)
- Best Natural Hand Soap – Avalon Organics Glycerin Liquid Hand Soap ($4.89)
- Best Natural Hand Cream – Weleda Pomegranate Hand Cream ($12.50)
- Best Natural Value Body Care Line – Deep Steep ($6.95-$10.95)
- Best Spa Private Label Line – St. Julien Spa
- Best Natural Perfume – Tsi-La Organics ($38-$95)
- Best Natural Solid Perfume – Ituri ($30)
- Best Natural Deodorant Cream – Soapwalla Natural Deodorant Cream ($12)
- Best Natural Deodorant Spray – Blissoma Natural Deodorant Spray ($10.99)
- Best Natural Sunscreen – Soleil Organique ($18-$55)
- Best Natural Cure-All – Pratima Healing Neem Oil ($29)
- Best Natural Essential Oils – Mountain Rose Herbs Essential Oils ($1.75-$45)
Hair
- Best Natural Shampoo & Conditioner – Acure Organics ($10)
- Best Natural Hair Styling Products – Intelligent Nutrients ($12-29)
- Best Natural Styling Products for Kinky, Curly & Wavy Hair (including color treated hair) – Shea Radiance ($16-$18)
- Best Eco-Friendly Must-Have Product for Curly Hair – CURL-ease ($19.99)
Men
- Best Natural Facial & Shave Line for Men – John Masters Organics Men ($22-$28) & Ursa Major ($24-$36)
- Best Holistic Organic Line for Men – Dr. Alkaitis ($40-$80)
- Best Ingrown Hair & Bump Preventer – SheaMoisture Tea Tree Herbal Bump Preventer ($9.99)
- Best Natural Fragrance for Men – Tallulah Jane Yiska Natural Eau De Parfum Pour Homme ($48)
Children
- Best Natural Lines for Children/Baby – Erbaviva ($10-$22) & Weleda ($7-$17)
- Best Natural Line for Ethnically Diverse Children – Cara B Naturally ($8-$10)
- Best Natural Sunscreen for Children/Baby – Erbaviva Sunscreen SPF 15 ($22) & Alba Botanica Kids SPF 45 Sunblock ($5.16)
Fashion
- Best Eco-Friendly Clothing Line for Men – Threads For Thought ($14-$268)
- Best Eco-Friendly Basics for Women – Threads For Thought ($10-$48)
- Best Eco-Friendly Fast Fashion Clothing Line – H&M Conscious Collection (prices vary)
- Best Eco-Friendly Jeans – AG Denim ($148-$215)
- Best Organic Work Dress – Elsa & Me ($240)
- Best Eco-Friendly Casual Shoes – Toms ($44-$69)
- Best Eco-Friendly Women’s Boots – Naya Shoes ($200-$265)
- Best Eco-Friendly Underwear, Tees & Socks – PACT ($10-$30)
- Best Eco-Friendly Jewelry – Kyler ($48-$138)
Home
- Best Natural All-Purpose Cleaner (even cleans tough grime in bathtubs & can be used as a laundry detergent) – Savon Noir 100% Natural All-Purpose Olive Oil Soap ($20)
- Best Natural Homecare Line – Seventh Generation ($3.99-$22)
- Best Natural Aromatherapeutic Household Cleaning Line – Mrs. Meyers ($3.99-$15.99)
- Best Natural Candles – Red Flower Petal Topped Candles ($34)
- Best Natural Air Freshener – Intelligent Nutrients ($40-$68) & Neom Luxury Organic Room Mist ($26)
- Best Natural Value Air Freshener – Pure Citrus Air Freshener ($4.97)
- Best Natural Reed Diffuser – Neom Luxury Organic Reed Diffuser ($56)
- Best Eco Savvy Paper Products – Ecojot ($4.75-$17)
Pet
- Best Natural Pet Shampoo & Conditioner – John Masters Organics Lemongrass & Flaxseed Pet Shampoo and Conditioner ($20)
- Best Natural Dog Spritzer & Deodorizer – Cloud Star Buddy Splash ($5.95)
- Best Natural Dog Treats – Cloud Star Soft & Chewy Buddy Biscuits ($3.99)
