Green in the face: five of the best eco-friendly beauty brands

It’s not long since any claim about natural cosmetics beyond their green credentials would have raised a well-groomed eyebrow. But now that the skincare equivalent has proven its worth with effective results and luxury textures, eco-conscious make-up is making an impact too, offering sophisticated formulas in the kind of sleek packaging you’d be happy to pull out of your make-up purse. Here’s our pick of the most eco-chic buys:

Axiology

Handmade and hand-poured in small batches to avoid the kind of carbon and chemical output of a big factory, Axiology lipsticks are both natural and vegan. Instead of synthetic waxes, think of ingredients like protective avocado butter, soothing orange essential oil and hydrating organic coconut oil that make the highly pigmented colour glide on. The outer box is made from recycled material by a women's foundation in Bali and can be recycled again. For a pop of bright Spring colour, try hot pink Attitude.

Lipsticks in 21 shades, £22, alyaka.com

Inika Organic

Hot from Australia, award-winning INIKA make-up is certified organic, vegan and cruelty-free. Their new BB Cream boasts the highest percentage (80%) of certified organic ingredients found in any BB, including pomegranate, avocado and prickly pear, meaning it’s packed with protective antioxidants and nourishing essential fatty acids. A primer, moisturiser and foundation in one, the smooth texture is easy to blend on and build up. The packaging is completely recyclable too.

BB Cream, £27.50, inikaorganic.com

Green People

This plumping and lengthening formula boasts an impressive 98 per cent natural ingredients including organic beeswax, sunflower oil and vitamin E to help condition lashes as it colours. Natural mineral pigments give an intense, lasting darkening boost and cellulose microspheres create volume, while the brush has fine bristles that load on just enough colour. As it’s made without chemicals such as parabens and petrochemicals, this mascara is perfect for anyone with sensitive eyes or prone to skin irritations. Plus, the packaging is not only recyclable - you can also compost it.

Volumising mascara, £15.50, greenpeople.co.uk

Burt’s Bees

Worn by Oscar nominee Naomi Harris on the red carpet, this lippie is 100 per cent natural and comes in a sleek casing that’s made from post-consumer recycled plastic. The formula is packed with conditioning ingredients including moringa and raspberry seed oils, plus mimosa flower wax and beeswax sourced from a community project in Tanzania. All that hydration means lips stay supple and soft for a flake-free colour finish all day.

Lipstick in 18 shades, £9.99, johnlewis.com​

Dr Hauschka

The revamped make-up line-up from this cult natural brand – launching 30^th March - marks its 50^th anniversary. With a whopping 83 pieces in the collection, formulas include therapeutic herbs for skincare benefits and flower extracts to add fragrance. Ingredients are organically and biodynamically cultivated and have the international NATRUE stamp of natural and organic approval. Try the standout silky Colour Correcting Powder: whirl the different tones together and dust over the face to combat redness, dark shadows and sallowness for an even, radiant finish.

Colour Correcting Powder, £25, drhauschka.com

With more than 250 stores, Westfield is the perfect place to update your beauty look for spring. For more information and to see a full list of stores visit westfield.com/uk