6 Of The Best Natural And Vegan Lipsticks

‍‍Sustainable beauty brands offer natural, vegan lipsticks that deliver bold color and nourishment without petrochemical-derived ingredients like PFAS, formaldehyde, parabens, and SLS.

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While the definition of "natural" products can be subjective, we use it here to describe products made from bio-based ingredients.

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These 6 lipsticks feature plant-based formulas and sustainable packaging, proving that ethical beauty choices don't sacrifice performance or style.

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Lipstick Square from Lush

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The vegan Lipstick Square comes in Glam Nudes, Crimson Reds, and Rocket Pocket Pinks, each featuring three blendable shades. You can create block colors, line with darker hues, or freestyle your own style with these shades. The formula contains organic castor and jojoba oils for smooth blending and moisturized lips. Apply using the Pucker Retractable Lip Brush directly or blend in the middle space for a custom base.

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Lipstick Pencil from Elate Beauty

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Elate Beauty's Lip Stick Pencil isn't your typical lip product. This versatile pencil delivers moisturizing, long-wearing color thanks to vitamin E and rice bran oil — perfect for even the driest lips. Use it as a liner, all-over color, or mix with balms for custom shades. It even works on cheeks! Every ingredient is vegan, cruelty-free, and sourced from fair-trade suppliers following strict EU safety standards.

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3-in-1 Balmie Makeup Crayon Singles from Axiology

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Axiology's 3-in-1 Balmie Makeup Crayon is a plastic-free, tubeless lipstick that works for eyes, lips, and cheeks. With the same amount of product as a regular lipstick, it delivers long-lasting, nourishing color from just 9 ethically-sourced ingredients. The matte finish suits oily skin or those using face oils, and it's 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and palm oil-free. It comes in a recyclable box that doubles as a carrying case.

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Organic Mineral Lipstick from Odylique

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Odylique's Organic Mineral Lipstick is packed with organic plant oils and butters like jojoba and Fairtrade shea to moisturize and boost your lips with vitamins. According to Odylique, it’s the first and only lipstick certified to both Soil Association and Fairtrade standards. It’s free of synthetic dyes, lakes, or carmine and is vegetarian (not vegan). The lipstick case is recyclable, while the box is printed on FSC-certified board by a carbon-neutral company, making it both compostable and recyclable.

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Sustain Lipstick from Cheekbone Beauty

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Created to honor Indigenous traditions, this ultra-pigmented yet buildable vegan formula blends moisturizing shea butter with rich, creamy, velvety colors that cushion your lips. Each shade is named after the earth or land in one of 4,000 Indigenous languages. The packaging uses biodegradable vegetable ink and sustainably sourced ingredients, and the lipstick comes in premium, highly durable, refillable cases. You buy once, and then grab refills when you run out. This helps to reduce waste and keep packaging out of landfills.

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Warrior Liquid Lipstick from Cheekbone Beauty

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Cheekbone Beauty's Warrior Liquid Lipstick gives you velvety-matte, full-coverage color that feels lightweight on your lips. The precision applicator wand makes application smooth and flawless every time. This vegan formula is crafted with sustainable ingredients and comes in packaging designed to minimize environmental impact. When you're done, soak the tube in warm water overnight to separate the outer paper layer from the plastic for easy recycling.

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