By Anna Griffin, Editor in Chief
When it comes to living more eco-consciously, nothing is more sustainable than supporting local business. Beyond these companies creating jobs and bolstering our economies, our carbon footprint is substantially lower when we shop closer to home and limited shipping is involved.
Los Angeles is a landscape synonymous with movie star perfection and A-list glamour, but beyond its glossy facade lies a different story. As a beach city, LA is at the forefront of conservation efforts for the environment - especially our oceans - and is a pioneer in eco-conscious fashion and beauty, instrumental in inspiring sustainable style trends around the world.
Being LA, the priority is always to look good, but it has never been easier to choose earth-friendly products that don’t compromise our style. From a hand-made, peace-vibe, clutch purse to a magical, nutrient-rich, anti-aging serum, there are multiple brands with incredible products to keep us looking our best. Here are some of our home-grown favorites that let us shine like a star, while protecting our beautiful planet.
Swiminista Cheerful One Piece
$165 USD
Made from luxury recycled fabric that makes use of the millions of post-consumer plastic bottles polluting our oceans, this leopard-print, one piece lessens our carbon footprint, while boosting our summer style.
PC: Swiminista
Biodara Cell Refresh Face Serum
$68 USD
This luxurious blend of organic oils, antioxidants, botanical extracts, and essential fatty acids, help refine skin tone and texture, reduce inflammation, stimulate cell tissue regeneration, and fight the signs of aging, leaving a radiant and beautiful complexion.
PC: Biodara
Calleen Cordero Sula Peace Clutch
$390 USD
Handmade using sustainably-sourced, natural materials and non-toxic glues, this chic clutch is a timeless accessory that sends out peaceful vibes to our city and our planet.
PC: Calleen Cordero
Arcona Night Worker
$57 USD
This anti-aging, Vitamin C face cream is infused with antioxidants, enzymes, and peptides that hydrate, brighten, and firm skin, deeply moisturizing and helping to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
PC: Arcona
Electric & Rose Sunset Legging & Quinn Bra
$98 + $98 USD
Made with natural fiber materials and a sustainable, tie-dye process, this distinctive athleisure wear set makes a stylish statement whether hiking Runyon Canyon, or doing yoga on Venice beach.
PC: Electric & Rose
Bella Skin Beauty Rose Neroli Toner
$58 USD
Organic, vegan, cruelty-free, and non-GMO, this rose-scented toner balances skin’s pH while cleansing, toning, and reducing inflammation, puffiness, and redness, for beautiful and calm skin.
PC: Bella Skin Beauty
Amy Digregorio Temple Place Herkimer Diamond Cuff
$110 USD
Hand-forged, hammered, recycled 14k rose gold cuff featuring a raw, ethical Herkimer diamond, this elegant bracelet amplifies our positive energy while protecting our beautiful planet.
PC: Amy Digregorio
Wondergloss Boho Potion Luxe Body Oil in Malibu Golden Glow
$45 USD
Bursting with antioxidants and organic oils, this luscious body oil deeply moisturizes. Golden minerals, quartz, and rose absolute deliver a luminizing sheen, and its intoxicating scent reminds us of summer days in Malibu.
PC: Wondergloss
REEF BLISS X MLB
$35 USD
Made with Eco One for enhanced biodegradability, these LA Dodgers flip flops promote clean waters, healthy beaches, and fight plastic pollution with Surfrider, so we can support our oceans while supporting our boys in blue.
PC: REEF
Sixela Skincare Scrub
$19.99 USD
Vegan, gluten, cruelty, paraben and sulfate free, this body scrub is a luxurious, handmade blend of Epsom Salts, Organic Oats, Lavender buds, Rose petals Lavender, Vitamin E, Mineral, Jojoba and Sweet Almond Oils. Exfoliating and promoting hydration, skin is revitalized, soft and polished.
PC: Sixela Skincare