Top 20 Natural Products You Need in Your Makeup Bag This Fall

By now we’ve heard all the usual tips and tricks for achieving clear, glowing skin- drink lots of water, don’t touch your face and eat a diet rich in healthy, organic foods. While all of this is true, it’s important to remember that our skin absorbs whatever we put on it, including the toxic chemicals found in many everyday beauty products. Show your body some love with these 20 must-have natural makeup and skincare products to shop this season.

Four eyeliners in black, grey, copper and khaki

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Gel eyeliner for smokey fall look

You can create a smooth, precise line effortlessly with this moisturizing gel liner, formulated with Safflower Seed Oil and Soybean Oil. Apply Onyx, a rich, inky black shade, in a tight, thin line across the top and bottom lash lines for an eyeopening smokey effect. Victoria Radford Gel Eyeliner in Onyx, $29

www.fitglow.ca

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Nourishing foundation for a healthy glow

Vita-Active foundation improves skin with daily wear thanks to a plant-based, skin-loving blend of Vitamin C, Botanical, Hyaluronic Acid, Seaweed Brighteners, and Beta-Carotene. Its ability to diminish spots, hyperpigmentation and sun damage leave skin clear and smooth. Better yet, we love that Fitglow is a 100% Woman-owned business!

Fitglow Beauty Vita-Active foundation, $69

www.dalishcosmetics.com

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Da lish Comestics Metallic Eyeshadow in Gold $26

This universally flattering metallic eyeshadow can be worn sheer or layered for intense gold sheen. Hydrating Safflower and Sunflower seed oil ensure a smooth application that’s gentle on eyelids. Try it as a highlighter or mixed in with your foundation to boost your glow.

Dalish Metallic Eyeshadow in Gold, $26

www.cheekbonebeauty.ca

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The perfect red lipstick

Look great while you do good, it’s a no brainer! When you purchase any Cheekbone Beauty product you help ensure Canadian Indigenous youth receive equal opportunity education. This liquid lipstick in Autumn, a classic red, was named after a brave and inspiring Anishnaabekwe from Wikwemikong Unceded Territory in Northern Ontario, Autumn Peltier, who has been an advocate for clean water since she was just 8 years old.

Cheekbone Beauty liquid lipstick in Autumn, $29

www.plumescience.com

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Growth-activating eyebrow pencil

Big brows are in, but if your hairs need a little help this 100% natural, plant-based, growth-activated brow pencil is what you’ve been waiting for. Organic Castor Oil nourishes hair follicles and promotes growth, while the glide-on formula adds definition and colour to any sparse areas. We love that it promotes sustainable packaging, allowing you to buy the pencil once and then purchase refills thereafter.

Plume Nourish & Define Refillable Brow Pencil, $24

www.mysappho.com

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Organically sweetened lipgloss

Consider Sappho’s Hazey Lip Gloss the refined version of your childhood favourite lip smacker, sweetened with a touch of stevia and a pinch of lemongrass. This creamy, pigmented formula made with organic oils and butter means your lips stay soft, not sticky. We love the shade Hazey, a cool rose, that compliments every skin tone.

My Sappho Hazey Lipgloss, $25

www.bkind.com

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Biodegradable charcoal cleansing sponge

Cleansing your face has never been easier, thanks to this Konjac sponge which wipes away impurities in a single step and without soap! Perfect for oily and acne-prone skin types, activated charcoal absorbs oil, leaving your skin fresh, clean and matte. We love that this sponge is 100% natural and biodegradable.

B KIND Konjac Facial Sponge in Bamboo Charcoal, $10

www.eviobeauty.com

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One and done hemp makeup remover wipe

These biodegradable, multi-tasking wipes are a low-maintenance must have, removing even the most stubborn waterproof makeup while keeping your skin soft and hydrated. Made with anti-bacterial hemp fibres, these strong wipes do the heavy lifting, so you don’t have to. Your white towels will thank you.

Evio Beauty Cleansing Wipes, $18

Deep tan bronzing stick with attached brush

www.nudestix.ca

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Vegan multi-purpose bronzer for a monochromatic look

Toronto-based brand Nudestix’s Nudies Bronze delivers all-over sun-kissed colour in one convenient stick. This multipurpose stick is the perfect swipe-and-go solution for natural, glowing skin. For a flattering monochrome effect, brush Deep Maple Eh, a deep warm brown, across your eyelids, cheeks and bridge of your nose to for a beachy, bronze look.

Nudestix Nudies Bronze, $35

Nail polish bottle in royal purple colour

www.nailpolishcanada.com

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Non-toxic jewel tone nailpolish

This nail polish boasts a ton of features — it’s vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, non-toxic, halal and breathable! Each lacquer contains a protective UV inhibitor, which means bye-bye brittle, yellow nails. We love the shade 1971, a rich dark purple creme, which fits in perfectly with this season’s jewel tone trend.

La Couleur Couture 1971 by LACC, $13

Bottle of facial spray next to pink packaging box

www.shopwoodlot.ca

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Facial mist for when the cool weather hits

For a daily dose of relaxation, spritz your face and body with Woodlot’s Rose and Palo Santo mist to soothe and tone your skin. Made with those floral water and Witch Hazel, these natural ingredients reduce inflammation and redness.

Woodlot Everyday Mist in Rose + Palo Santo, $22

www.parkdalebutter.ca

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Luxurious body butter for soft skin

Made with 100% organic shea butter, cocoa butter and coconut oil, this body butter provides deep moisture that lasts. Natural ingredients keep this chocolate — coconut scented cream from irritating even the most sensitive skin — and it smells amazing!

Parkdale Butter Cocoanut Organic Body Butter, $27

www.bitebeauty.com

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Fool-proof fall-friendly lip colour

It’s time to switch out your sparkly, summer glosses for fall-friendly mattes in deep berry and burgundy hues. Bite Beauty’s Lip Crayon features a precision tip and built-in-sharpener for fool-proof application. Made with superfoods like pomegranate oil and wild African mango, this lipsticks nourishes lips for comfortable wear.

Bite Beauty Power Move Creamy Matte Lip Crayon in Red Velvet, $24

www.iliabeauty.com

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All natural new-season shimmer

It’s been called the 1-minute facelift with good reason — all it takes is one swipe for an instant lit-from-within glow. Made without sparkle or glitters makes for a natural, dewy finish.

Ilia Beauty Illuminator, $34

Clear eyedropper top bottle with translucent gel

www.theordinary.deciem.com

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Hydrating serum for soft, plump skin

Those long summer days in the sun might be disappearing, but likely their effects on your skin have not. Not to worry, this multi-peptide serum is your solution for dryness, fine lines, and even texture, made with hyaluronic acid to boost hydration. Cheap and cheerful, this product leaves your complexion plump and smooth without the hefty price tag.

The Ordinary Buffet Serum, $15

Clear eyedropper top bottle with teal liquid

www.garydonskincare.com

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Relieve redness with botanical retinol

Formulated with naturally occurring botanical retinol derived from moth bean, Fullmoon serum is a gentler retinol alternative but delivers results just as effectively. If you’re struggling with acne or congested skin, this water-based serum works to delicately prevent clogged pores without irritation and relieves redness due to inflammation.

Greydon Skin Care Fullmoon Serum, $87

Hand holding up pot of concealer with makeup swatches on forearm

www.rmsbeauty.com

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Lightweight coverage concealer for radiant skin

Barefaced beauties rejoice! It looks like the no-makeup makeup trend is here to stay! Spot conceal with this mini but mighty cream concealer, which allows for buildable coverage with a natural finish. Make with Organic Coconut oil and Jojoba oil rich in antioxidants, allowing this product to sink into the skin rather than sit atop it, for a radiant, never-cakey, finish.

RMS Beauty "Un"Cover-Up, $36

Black tube of mascara next to floral packaging box

www.pureanada.ca

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Full, long lashes for fall

More cost effective than even some drugstore mascaras, Pure Anada’s Natural Mascara is free of parabens, gluten and mercury found in many conventional formulas. This vegan-friendly, 97 % natural pick produces amazing volume and length while keeping lashes soft.

Pure Anada Natural Mascara, $14

www.rmsbeauty.com

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Cool weather colour for lips and cheeks

This multitasker adds a natural flush to both lips and cheeks for a double dose of colour. Made with buriti oil and shea and cocoa butters, this cream is easily bendable and keeps skin hydrated. We love the shade Illusive, a matte burnt beery nude with a hint of plum, for a sheer daytime tint and layered for a more intense lip in the evening.

RMS Lip2Cheek in Illusive, $36

Small, white opaque bottle of facial cream

www.zorahbiocosmetiques.com

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BIOrganic Beauty Balm for a healthy glow

A hybrid between a day cream and a foundation, this BBB Cream, which stands for BIOrganic Beauty Balm, blurs imperfections while keeping your skin hydrated and smooth. It’s Argan oil base nixes any signs of redness, leaving you with a natural, healthy glow.

Zorah BBB Cream, $35