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We’re buzzing with excitement because the Clean + Conscious Awards 2025 results are in, and wow, what a line-up! These awards recognise products that are not only effective but are also kind to our health, planet, and community (yep, right up our alley).

This year, some of our Go For Zero family have absolutely shone, bringing home gold, silver, bronze, finalist and editors picks titles across skincare, haircare, kids, personal care, and even nutrition. Every product we stock is carefully checked ingredient by ingredient, tested by our team, and only welcomed on our shelves if it’s truly zero waste. That’s why it makes us so proud to see these brands recognised for being safe, sustainable, and ethical.

Here are some of the standouts we’re so proud to share with you…

BEST FACE MOISTURISER FOR DRY / MATURE SKIN

Aleph Beauty – The One Reset and Restore Moisture Cream

✨ Gold + Editor’s Choice

This award-winning day-to-night moisturiser is a game-changer for anyone chasing radiance and hydration. Powered by clinically proven plant actives and adaptogenic herbs, it lifts, firms, and smooths the skin. 

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Visible wrinkle reduction in just 2 weeks (thanks to OceanDerMX® and Lift Oleoactif™)

• Bakuchiol + Schisandra for cell renewal and brightness

• Antioxidants to strengthen elasticity and resilience

• Gentle, fragrance-free, vegan, and plastic-free packaging

• Made and owned with love in New Zealand
  

Learn more here 

BEST FACE SPF

Aleph Beauty – Smoothing Skin Tint SPF 20

✨ Gold + Editor’s Choice

Yep... Aleph did it again! Think of this one as your skincare-meets-makeup hero. This lightweight tint hydrates, smooths, and evens out skin tone while protecting against UV and blue light. Perfect for those who love a natural “your skin but better” glow.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Niacinamide + peptides to smooth and firm

• Hyaluronic Acid for all-day hydration

• Available in 3 shades

• Broad-spectrum mineral SPF 20 protection against UV and blue light

• Versatile: wear alone, under makeup, or layered through the day

• Vegan, cruelty-free, and recyclable via Aleph’s take-back program

Learn more here

BEST FOUNDATION / CONCEALER

Aleph Beauty – Concealer / Foundation

✨ Finalist

This clever 2-in-1 concealer and foundation simplifies your routine while delivering flawless coverage. It reduces the look of wrinkles, redness, pores, and pigmentation, while actively nourishing the skin.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Versatile coverage, concentrated for long-lasting use

• Organic Totarol + Cacao Butter to protect and hydrate

• 10 inclusive shades to suit a wide range of skin tones

• 100% plastic-free packaging and part of Aleph’s recycling program

Learn more here

 

 

BEST PERFUME OIL

Viva La Body – Flower Natural Perfume

✨ Gold

Pocket-sized, home-compostable, and all-natural, this enchanting perfume layers notes of cedarwood, petitgrain, lavender, and rose geranium for a fresh floral blend. Perfect for popping in your handbag, this A zero-waste fragrance is kind to the Earth as it is to your skin.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Natural essential oil blend 

• 100% natural and toxin-free

• Compact and travel-friendly solid perfume stick

• Plastic-free and fully home compostable tube

• Australian owned and made

• Palm-oil free, vegan & cruelty-free 

Learn more here

BEST ZERO WASTE BEAUTY + BODY

Viva La Body – Moon Natural Perfume

✨ Finalist

Crafted with a calming blend of black spruce, lavender, and balsam, this zero-waste and natural perfume offers a grounding, woody-floral scent that uplifts the mood and lingers on the skin. Packaged in a home-compostable tube, it’s perfect for anyone who wants to ditch synthetic fragrances and wasteful packaging without compromising on quality.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Uplifting blend of black spruce, lavender, and balsam

• 100% natural ingredients and essential oils with no synthetic fragrances

• Plastic-free and home compostable packaging for zero waste living

• Compact, travel-friendly

• Australian owned and made

Learn more here

BEST ZERO WASTE LIVING

Solid – Fresh Mint Toothpaste Tablets

✨ Silver

Say goodbye to plastic toothpaste tubes forever! Solid’s Fresh Mint Toothpaste Tablets deliver cavity prevention and a refreshing minty clean, in a convenient, travel-friendly tablet form. Simply pop one in your mouth, chew, and brush as you normally would. Dentist-approved, safe for kids, and packaged in a reusable glass jar, they make oral care simple, sustainable, and effective.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Dentist-approved fluoride formula for strong, healthy teeth

• Convenient chew-and-brush design

• Kid-safe and perfect for travel

• Plastic-free packaging in a refillable and recyclable glass jar

• Free from sugar, gluten, stevia and SLS

• Vegan, cruelty-free, palm-oil free 

Learn more here 

BEST NATURAL DEODORANT

Viva La Body – Patchouli Rose Natural Deodorant

✨ Finalist

For sensitive underarms, this magnesium-enriched deodorant neutralises odours without bi-carb. With a sweet, musky rose and patchouli scent, it’s handmade, vegan, and home-compostable.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Gentle bi-carb free formula, ideal for sensitive skin

• Magnesium-rich blend neutralises odour naturally

• Unique rose and patchouli scent with floral-musky notes

• Completely plastic-free and home compostable tube

• Vegan, cruelty-free

• Australian-made & owned 

P.S. This one just got a rebrand and almost sold out. YIKES! Learn more here. Keen to hear what you think 😍

Woohoo Body – Tux Deodorant & Anti-Chafe Stick

✨ Bronze + Editor’s Choice

A workout favourite, this natural deodorant keeps you fresh with a woody-spicy scent, perfect for active lifestyles with long-lasting odour protection. Plus, it comes in a home-compostable tube!

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Doubles as an anti-chafe stick for runners and gym-goers

• 100% natural formula with no aluminium or parabens

• Home-compostable cardboard tube for zero-waste living

• Cruelty-free and vegan-friendly

• Australian made & owned

Learn more here

BEST MULTI-PURPOSE BALM

Thrive Tallow – Whipped Tallow Moisturiser (Scented)

✨ Silver + Editor’s Choice

Whipped to perfection, this moisturiser mimics your skin’s natural oils for deep hydration and balance. Anti-inflammatory and rich in vitamins, it’s ideal for soothing dry or sensitive skin. 

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Intensely nourishing whipped tallow base for barrier repair

• Anti-inflammatory properties calm redness and irritation

• Rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K for skin health

• Free from synthetic fragrances

• Plastic-free packaging 

• Australian-owned and made in small batches on the Sunshine Coast

Learn more here 

BEST PERIOD PRODUCT

Hey Zomi – Reusable Menstrual Disc

✨ Finalist

Comfortable, reusable, and Aussie-made, this reusable menstrual disc offers up to 8 hours of leak-free wear. It’s soft, flexible, and even suitable during period sex, changing the game for sustainable period care.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Provides up to 8 hours of reliable protection

• Made from 100% medical-grade silicone

• Can be worn during sex, no interruptions to intimacy

• Soft and flexible design for all-day comfort

• Designed and made in Australia for sustainable periods

Note: Hey Zomi has unfortunately changing their packaging to include plastic. However we have just taken on the My Mimi menstrual disc that has 100% plastic free packaging (yay!) you can check it out here

BEST NATURAL HAIRCARE

Beauty and the Bees – Bee Smooth pH Balanced Shampoo Bar

✨ Gold

For frizz-free, silky locks, this pH-balanced bar harnesses the power of Tasmanian honey, Argan, and Rosehip oil. Handmade and plastic-free, it’s also long-lasting, with one bar equaling up to 90 washes.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Naturally smooths and tames frizz

• Honey and natural oils nourish and add shine

• Long-lasting, travel-friendly bar format

• Australian owned and handmade in Tasmania

• 100% plastic-free

• pH-balanced and soap-free for a residue-free clean

Learn more here

 

BEST NATURAL HAIR SERUM / TONIC

Beauty and the Bees – Apple Cider Vinegar Hair + Scalp Saviour Gel

✨ Finalist

A cooling apple cider vinegar treatment that restores balance to the scalp while soothing irritation and boosting shine. Perfect for those struggling with product residue buildup, hard water effects, frizz, itchiness, or dullness.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Detoxifies and rebalances the scalp

• Reduces itchiness and irritation

• Boosts natural shine with Tasmanian botanicals

• Silicone-free, sulfate-free & 100% natural

Learn more here

BEST FOR SENSITIVE SCALP / OILY HAIR

Beauty and the Bees – Bee Healthy Scalp Scrub Bar

✨ Gold + Editor’s Choice

Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp, and this multitasking scrub bar is designed to do just that. It combines charcoal, bamboo granules, and kelp to gently exfoliate the scalp, sweep away build-up, balance excess oil, and reduce dandruff. With regular use, it leaves the scalp fresh and revitalised, helping hair to grow stronger and healthier from the root up, all without a single plastic bottle in sight.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Provides gentle yet effective exfoliation for optimal scalp health

• pH-balanced and helps reduce dandruff and balance oil production

• Enriched with Tasmanian kelp for natural minerals

• Long-lasting, travel -friendly and 100% plastic-free

• Australian-owned and handmade in Tasmania 

Learn more here

BEST KIDS HAIRCARE

Beauty and the Bees – Bee Pure Fragrance-Free Shampoo Bar

✨ Silver + Editor’s Choice

This fragrance-free shampoo bar was made with little ones and sensitive scalps in mind. Free from fragrances, harsh chemicals, and synthetic nasties, it’s carefully pH-balanced to cleanse without irritation. Parents can rest easy knowing bath time means clean, soft hair without compromise. 

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Fragrance-free and hypoallergenic for sensitive scalps

• pH-balanced formula safe for children

• Gentle cleansing without irritation or dryness

• Eco-friendly, travel-friendly, 100% plastic-free

• Australian-owned and handmade in Tasmania 

Learn more here

BEST COLLAGEN PRODUCT

Nutra Organics – Collagen Beauty Vanilla

✨ Gold

Nutra Organics has become a trusted leader in the collagen space, and this vanilla-infused blend shows exactly why. Backed by science and designed to be safe for the whole family (12 months+), Collagen Beauty supports glowing skin, strong hair and nails, and gut health from within. Free from fillers, artificial sweeteners, and unnecessary additives, it’s as clean as it is effective. Packaged plastic-free and delicious in flavour, it makes daily wellness easy, sustainable, and enjoyable.

Why judges loved it / key benefits and features:

• Made with clinically researched collagen peptides

• Suitable for adults and children from 12 months old

• Supports skin elasticity, hair strength, nail health, and gut repair

• Naturally flavoured, filler-free, and sustainably packaged

• Diary-free and suitable for nut allergies

• Available in 4 flavours and unflavoured 

Learn more here 

One more big cheer for all of our amazing brands! Every product we stock goes through our strict testing and research process, so seeing them shine in the 2025 Clean + Conscious Awards feels extra special. It’s a proud reminder that safe, sustainable, and ethical products really do deserve the spotlight.

Until next week, GFZs, keep choosing products that make a difference, and don’t forget, you can catch even more Happy Earth News stories right here. 💚

Ellie x