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Ethical Alternatives to Salt & Stone

Looking for a more sustainable option? We've ranked the highest-scoring ethical alternatives to Salt & Stonein the same categories — backed by independent certifications and verified retailers.

TL;DR

The top ethical alternative to Salt & Stone is Dr. Bronner’s Organic Magic Balm by Dr. Bronner's (98/100). Runners-up: Dr. Bronner's 18-in-1 Hemp Pure-Castile Liquid Soap (Dr. Bronner's), Pukka Herbs Three Peppermint Organic Tea (Pukka Herbs), Bar Soap - Peppermint (Dr. Bronner's).

Dr. Bronner’s Organic Magic Balm
98Excellent
USDA OrganicFair For LifeLeaping BunnyCertified B Corp+1 more
4.9 (3,500)

Dr. Bronner’s Organic Magic Balm is a versatile, petroleum-free skin salve, making it the best sustainable lip balm and skin repair treatment for eco-conscious families. Formulated with a blend of organic beeswax, coconut, avocado, and jojoba oils, it provides deep hydration for dry hands, cracked heels, and fresh tattoos without the use of synthetic chemicals or parabens.

Dr. Bronner's 18-in-1 Hemp Pure-Castile Liquid Soap
Fair TradeB CorpUSDA OrganicLeaping Bunny+1 more
4.8 (12,500)

The gold standard of ethical soaps, this concentrated formula uses organic oils and fair-trade ingredients in 100% post-consumer recycled packaging.

Pukka Herbs Three Peppermint Organic Tea
Fair Trade InternationalUSDA OrganicB Corp1% for the Planet
4.8 (5,800)

A delicious peppermint tea sourced from fair trade cooperatives that supports respiratory health and ethical farming.

Bar Soap - Peppermint

Dr. Bronner's

Bar Soap - Peppermint

$
97Excellent
B CorpFair TradeUSDA OrganicLeaping Bunny+1 more
4.8 (14,500)

A legendary all-natural bar soap made with organic oils and fair trade ingredients, offering a refreshing tingle and biodegradable formula.

Dr. Bronner's Organic Magic Balm - Baby Unscented
USDA OrganicFair TradeB CorpLeaping Bunny+1 more
4.8 (3,200)

A versatile, ultra-gentle organic balm made with fair trade oils to soothe dry skin, tattoos, and diaper rash without synthetic fragrances.

Pure-Castile Liquid Soap (Lavender)
97Excellent
Fair TradeUSDA OrganicLeaping BunnyVegan+1 more
4.8 (8,900)

An ultra-concentrated, biodegradable liquid soap that can be used for everything from body wash to laundry, made with organic oils and fair trade ingredients.

Ethique Eco-Friendly Solid Shampoo Bar
B CorpVeganCruelty-FreeFair Trade
4.5 (14,200)

A plastic-free, highly concentrated shampoo bar that replaces three bottles of liquid shampoo while utilizing fair-trade ingredients.

Sea Salt Citrus Shea Butter Body Cream
B CorpFair TradeCruelty-Free
4.7 (850)

A rich, ultra-hydrating body cream powered by unrefined shea butter and neem, produced through a fair-trade cooperative in West Africa.

Aisle Period Underwear (Brief)
B Corp CertifiedOEKO-TEX Standard 100EWG Verified
4.8 (4,200)

The Aisle Period Underwear (Brief) is a high-performance, sustainable period underwear for heavy flow days, ideal for eco-conscious individuals seeking a reusable alternative to disposables. This leading ethical period underwear utilizes a unique booster system to increase absorbency, significantly outperforming most category peers in durability and total liquid capacity while maintaining strict OEKO-TEX safety standards for intimate health.

UpCircle Beauty Fennel & Cardamom Chai Soap Bar
B Corp CertifiedLeaping BunnyVeganEWG Verified
4.8 (850)

The UpCircle Beauty Fennel & Cardamom Chai Soap Bar is an upcycled exfoliating body cleanser best for eco-warriors looking for a zero-waste lifestyle. This sustainable chai soap bar utilizes repurposed spices from the London chai industry to provide a natural, invigorating scrub that detoxifies the skin while supporting a circular economy in 2026.

SBTRCT Gentle Foaming Cleanser
96Excellent
Leaping BunnyVeganB Corp CertifiedPalm Oil Free
4.8 (840)

The SBTRCT Gentle Foaming Cleanser is the best sustainable facial cleanser bar for sensitive skin, offering a luxury waterless alternative to traditional liquid washes. This solid bar combines moisturizing coconut-based surfactants with squalane to maintain the skin barrier while eliminating plastic waste. It is ideal for eco-conscious travelers and minimalists seeking high-performance, circular beauty solutions in 2026.

Ethique Pinkalicious Shampoo Bar
B CorpCruelty-FreeVeganFair Trade
4.5 (5,200)

A plastic-free, pH-balanced solid shampoo bar designed for normal hair, equivalent to three bottles of liquid shampoo.

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Natural Deodorant Stick
92Excellent
Cruelty-FreeLeaping BunnyB CorpFSC Certified
4.5 (3,200)

An extra-strength natural deodorant formulated with seaweed extracts and hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin while neutralising odor.

Oceanic Deodorant

Salt & Stone

Oceanic Deodorant

$$
88Excellent
Cruelty-FreeLeaping BunnyB Corp
4.6 (3,200)

A high-performance natural deodorant that prioritizes ocean-safe ingredients and recycled packaging without compromising on scent or efficacy.

Natural Deodorant - Eucalyptus & Bergamot
Leaping BunnyB CorpVegan
4.5 (3,400)

A high-performance, aluminum-free natural deodorant that combines seaweed extracts and hyaluronic acid for skin health, packaged in ocean-bound plastic.

Frequently asked about Salt & Stone alternatives

What is the best ethical alternative to Salt & Stone?+

Dr. Bronner’s Organic Magic Balm by Dr. Bronner's tops our ranking with an ethics score of 98/100.

Why look for alternatives to Salt & Stone?+

Shoppers seek alternatives for stronger third-party certifications, cleaner ingredients, more transparent supply chains, less packaging or better labor practices than the original brand offers.

Are these alternatives vegan and cruelty-free?+

Many carry Vegan and Leaping Bunny certifications. Each listing displays its exact verified certifications.