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9 Zero Waste Face Wash Brands For A Plastic Free Complexion


Facing up to plastic proliferation is critical to our future. 

With zero waste face wash, you can unblock your pores without blocking up the planet à la single-use plastic.

And these plastic free face wash brands are tackling this waste-steam head-on.

Conscious Skincare’s refillable face wash that’s suitable for all skin types relies on organic essential oils. 

Superfly helps our skin look superfly-smooth with their vegan zero waste face wash bars that are made using traditional cold processing. 

For zero waste face wash in reusable aluminum bottles, Plaine Products is a skin win, plaine and simple.

Before you start scrubbing, lather to the end to find out how we exfoliated to the best zero waste face wash brands.

*This post contains affiliate links

1. CONSCIOUS SKINCARE

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About Conscious Skincare’s Gentle Zero Waste Face Wash UK

Conscious Skincare uses organic castile soap and organic glycerin to moisturize the skin. 

You can choose between four formulations depending on your skin’s needs: Enrich, Neutralize, Rejuvenate, and Gentle.

A zero waste face wash for oily skin, Neutralize contains organic lemongrass and organic lavender essential oils to cleanse and tone.  

While the Gentle face wash relies on anti-inflammatory organic calendula and chamomile, arguably making this one of the best zero waste face washes for dry skin. 

Each comes in a fully recyclable glass bottle with or without a pump dispenser. They also offer 500ml refill bottles made from 100% recycled plastic.

About Conscious Skincare

Based in Wales, this award-winning waste free UK face wash brand also offers a full range of natural beauty and personal care products.

All of which are vegan-approved and certified cruelty free by Cruelty Free International and PETA.

They’re also gluten-free, palm oil-free, and contain only ingredients rated “safest” by the Environmental Working Group. 

Conscious Skincare was awarded the Ethical Consumer “Best Buy” status for their skincare range and has put a lot of effort into packaging that’s environmentally friendly. 

The brand supports local charities through product donations and fundraising.

Available: Etsy


2. HIBAR

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*Note: While the face wash is vegan, some shampoo bars contain honey. Palm oil is not directly used products, but a supplier notes that one ingredient “may” contain palm oil.

HiBAR’s Plastic Free Natural Face Wash Bar

HiBAR has created the world’s first amino acid face wash bar to gently cleanse your skin without stripping its natural moisture. 

Each one is vegan and fragrance-free with no soap, mineral oils, parabens, sulfates, or phthalates, making it a face-tastic zero waste face wash for sensitive skin

While HiBAR makes palm oil-free shampoo, their face wash bars contain several common palm-derived vegetable oils and cetearyl alcohol and one supplier can’t guarantee they’re always palm free.

These 2 oz plastic free face wash bars last about as long as one 8 oz bottle.

About HiBAR

HiBAR has high hopes for eliminating single-use plastic with its range of shampoo, conditioner, and zero waste face wash bars

Each plastic free face wash bar is uniquely shaped (inspired by river rocks) and comes wrapped in compostable paper and a recyclable, compostable box. 

Shipping is also 100% plastic-free.

All products are Leaping Bunny certified cruelty free and contain natural pigments approved by COSMOS and ECOCERT.

They research potential human or environmental impacts for all sourced ingredients and choose suppliers who abide by Leaping Bunny (and other) certified standards.

They often donate products (including those with physical defects to prevent waste) to those in need, like schools, women’s shelters, and homeless shelters.

HiBAR composts what they can, they use commercially compostable EcoWrap film on their shipping pallets, and they have plans to more responsibly deal with packaging waste they receive from suppliers.

Available: EarthHero


3. ETHIQUE

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About Ethique’s Zero Waste Face Wash Bar

Ethique caters to all skin types with four different plastic free face wash bars (three cleansers and one scurb) containing coconut oil, cocoa butter, exfoliating sea salt, and the like.

You could be tempted to eat their Gingersnap zero waste face scrub with ingredients like brown sugar, ginger, and a hint of cinnamon. 

All are soap-free and pH balanced; gentle enough to serve as zero waste face wash for sensitive skin.

That’s in addition to being certified vegan, cruelty free, palm-oil free, and wrapped in compostable packaging. 

Each bar saves three 350 ml plastic bottles.

About Ethique

Certified B Corp Ethique has a bar for all your zero waste skin care and haircare needs including shampoo and conditioner bars. 

Scrub up with a clean conscience knowing that they’re a Climate Positive company that offsets 120% of emissions and all packaging is minimal and 100% compostable.

Ethique donates 20% of its profits to charity and they also plant a tree for every order via their partnership with Ecologi.

Available: Ethique Amazon  |  Holland & Barrett (UK)  |  Nourished Life (AU)


4. SUPERFLY SOAP

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About Superfly Soap’s Zero Waste Face Wash Bar UK

For a natural zero waste face wash bar made using a traditional cold process method, have a look at Superfly Soap’s plastic free face wash bars. 

Take your pick, wrapped or naked.

The paper-wrapped bars are printed with eco friendly inks while the naked bars come with an ingredients card if you want a less waste face wash.

Superfly Soap also offers an award-winning facial cleanser powder made with rosehip, clay, and apricot kernel oil. Simply add water and it turns into a silky foaming cleanser. 

The powder comes in a recycled and recyclable cardboard tube. 

Both choices are vegan-friendly and made from 100% natural, palm oil-free ingredients.

About Superfly Soap

Superfly Soap is a women-owned and operated Scottish company, run by Lisa McWatt. 

Lisa’s love of handmade soap and disdain for single-use plastic inspired her to create eco-conscious and affordable alternatives, like palm oil free shampoo.

She makes her products in small batches using natural, palm oil-free, vegan, and cruelty free ingredients sourced from suppliers who ensure fair and safe working conditions. 

Natural essential oils and some synthetic fragrance oils are used. Products are clearly labeled so you can choose the option you prefer.

The company uses a clean energy supplier and aims to keep the environmental impact as low as possible through zero waste production and shipping methods.

Available: Etsy


5. PLAINE PRODUCTS

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About Plaine Products’ Refillable Face Wash

If you’re looking for refillable face wash, Plaine Product’s zero waste face cleanser comes in a refillable aluminum bottle. 

Infused with vitamin C, it’s vegan, biodegradable, and hypoallergenic.

Available in either unscented or naturally scented citrus, you won’t find synthetic fragrances, phthalates, parabens, or sulfates. 

If you’re looking for a palm oil free zero waste face wash, this one ticks the box.  

The refill version comes without the pump and bottles can be sent back to Plaine Products to be reused in the same box as your initial order. 

You can also recycle the aluminum bottles with your regular curbside recycling. 

To complete the refillable skincare trifecta, they also offer a vegan face toner and moisturizer when you’re done scrubbing.

About Plaine Products

Certified B Corp Plaine Products was started by two ocean-loving sisters with a vision to reduce plastic in the world. 

Hence their range of chemical-free hair and body care products in refillable and recyclable aluminum containers.

To make sure their products are completely non-toxic, they run each ingredient through the Environmental Working Group’s database. 

Products are Leaping Bunny certified cruelty free and made in the USA, zero waste face wash included.

They’re also certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council and members of the Plastic Pollution Coalition and 1% for the Planet.

Available: EarthHero


6. ECOROOTS

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*Note: Most of EcoRoots products are palm-oil free.

About EcoRoot’s Zero Waste Face Wash Bar USA

The nourishing face wash bars from EcoRoots are cold-pressed in small batches using organic plant oils, herbs, and clays.

If you’re looking for a zero waste face wash for oily skin, both the Charcoal Tea Tree and Orange Bergamot bars will gently clean pores, without irritation. 

If you need a zero waste face wash for sensitive skin, the Shea Oatmeal bar is unscented and full of antioxidants and vitamins.

EcoRoots also offers a Power Face Cleanser, made with kaolin and bentonite clay, beetroot powder, and vitamin C.

About EcoRoots

EcoRoots is one of the best zero waste online stores for stocking up on sustainable personal care products.

Everything is vegan, cruelty free, mostly palm oil-free, SLS-free, and packaged and shipped plastic free. 

Like all their products, this women-owned business manufactures all plastic free face wash in the USA.

EcoRoots donates 1% of their profits to the Ocean Conservancy.

Available: EcoRoots | Amazon

EcoRoots has featured in articles on laundry detergent sheets and zero waste hand soap.


7. ETEE

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*Note: etee’s facial cleansing bars are vegan but they are not a 100% vegan company. They do use palm oil derivatives in some products but this does not appear to include their zero waste face cleansers.

About etee’s Plastic Free Face Wash Canada

Say goodbye to plastic with etee’s natural zero waste face wash, made with 100% plant-based ingredients. 

Choose from Rhassoul & Teatree or Charcoal & Aloe.

Both contain 85% USDA-certified organic ingredients which include olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, and essential oils.

What you won’t find is plastic, harsh chemicals, palm oil, sulfates, or parabens.

Developed in Ontario, Canada, these zero waste face wash bars last 3-5 months.

About etee

One of our favorite alternatives to Amazon, Canadian company etee is a one-stop shop offering everything from cruelty free toothpaste to eco friendly laundry detergents. 

Their products are manufactured in America using renewable energy.

All products are cruelty free and plastic free (including the packaging) and etee is working to find alternatives to palm oil.

The company makes donations to various charities including the Mississauga Food Project and Safe Horizon.

Available: etee


8. J&L NATURAL’S

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About JNL Natural’s Zero Waste Face Wash Bar

J&L Naturalsplastic and chemical free face wash bars are made from nourishing, natural ingredients.

Each bar contains a base of olive oil, coconut oil, organic cocoa butter and shea butter.

Beyond that, they have five different bars for various skin types and needs:

  • Peppermint & Teatree zero waste acne face wash
  • Eucalyptus & Grapefruit zero waste face wash for oily skin
  • Lemongrass & Peppermint zero waste face wash for dry skin
  • Grapefruit & Orange zero waste face wash for dull skin
  • Lemongrass & Lavender for zero waste face wash for aging skin

Made in small batches, they’re all vegan, cruelty free, and boxed in biodegradable packaging.

About J&L Natural’s

Husband and wife duo Jenn and Laith are passionate about the power of natural ingredients and are committed to sustainable business practices.

Their attention to eco detail goes right down to the grease-proof glassine liners and uncoated labels on their products. 

While most products come in biodegradable packaging, items that can’t (i.e. liquids and serums) can be returned to the brand when empty for recycling. Every 5 empties earns you $10 in store credit.

if you can’t make it to one of their local North Carolina pop-ups or visit their warehouse (by appointment), know that shipping is carbon neutral and the company partners with TeamTrees who plant a tree for every one of their sets sold.

J&L Naturals have also teamed up with TeamSeas to remove one pound of trash from the ocean for every ten Instagram followers. They hope to join 1% for the Planet in the future.

Available: Etsy


9. FACETHEORY

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*Note: Facetheory uses RSPO-certified palm oil. We are confirming policies directly with this brand.

About Facetheory’s Zero Waste Face Wash UK

Facetheory’s Freshening Face Wash is a clear gel that foams on contact with water. 

With a high concentration of active ingredients, a little bit of the made-in-the-UK waste free face wash goes a long way. You only need a pea-sized amount for each application.

It contains green tea extract, aloe vera (and since aloe is especially excellent for melanated skin, it’s an ideal zero waste face wash for dark skin), and 100% natural bergamot oil.

It’s vegan, cruelty free, and you won’t find any parabens, silicones, SLS, or SLES.

About FaceTheory

Leaping Bunny and PETA-certified UK brand Facetheory combines botanical extracts and science to create natural, cutting-edge ingredients like the raspberry succinate in their lip balm. 

They carefully choose both the ingredients and suppliers they work with. 

Facetheory is in the process of phasing out single-use plastic and most of its products are now available in glass or aluminum, though many still have plastic pumps that should be reused.

Cardboard packaging for shipping is recycled and recyclable.

Available: Facetheory


HOW WE CHOOSE THE BEST ZERO WASTE FACE WASH

Swapping to a zero waste facewash levels up your sustainable skincare game while being gentle on your skin and the planet. 

We used our sustainable and ethical beauty criteria to exfoliate and reveal the best zero waste face wash brands for giving us a sustainable glow. 

Like a splash of cold water to the face, here’s a quick refresh:


FINAL THOUGHTS ON ZERO WASTE FACE WASH

Let’s face it: we all need to get on board with low waste living.

But it doesn’t take much effort. You can freshen up your personal care routine by making simple swaps.

Not only do these plastic free face wash brands curb plastic, but chemicals, too, using ingredients that protect and nourish your skin (which is what we should be doing for our planet). 

Share this article with all your facetime friends to help spread the word about these pore cleansing, planet-friendly products. 


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