Best Beauty & Personal Care of 2024
The 10 highest-scoring beauty & personal care we tracked through 2024 — ranked on certifications, sourcing transparency, ingredient safety, and long-term value.
TL;DR
Beauty & Personal Care of 2024: Dr. Bronner's 18-in-1 Hemp Pure-Castile Liquid Soap by Dr. Bronner's takes the top spot (98/100 ethics). Runners-up: Bar Soap - Peppermint, Pure-Castile Liquid Soap (Lavender), Ethique Eco-Friendly Solid Shampoo Bar.
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ExcellentFair TradeB CorpUSDA OrganicLeaping Bunny+1 more4.8 (12,500)The gold standard of ethical soaps, this concentrated formula uses organic oils and fair-trade ingredients in 100% post-consumer recycled packaging.
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ExcellentB CorpFair TradeUSDA OrganicLeaping Bunny+1 more4.8 (14,500)A legendary all-natural bar soap made with organic oils and fair trade ingredients, offering a refreshing tingle and biodegradable formula.
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ExcellentFair TradeUSDA OrganicLeaping BunnyVegan+1 more4.8 (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.
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ExcellentB CorpVeganCruelty-FreeFair Trade4.5 (14,200)A plastic-free, highly concentrated shampoo bar that replaces three bottles of liquid shampoo while utilizing fair-trade ingredients.
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ExcellentB CorpFair TradeCruelty-Free4.7 (850)A rich, ultra-hydrating body cream powered by unrefined shea butter and neem, produced through a fair-trade cooperative in West Africa.
- 6ExcellentB Corp CertifiedLeaping BunnyVeganEWG Verified4.8 (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.
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ExcellentLeaping BunnyVeganB Corp CertifiedPalm Oil Free4.8 (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.
- 8ExcellentB CorpCruelty-FreeVeganFair Trade4.5 (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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ExcellentUSDA OrganicFair TradeLeaping BunnyB Corp Certified+1 more4.8 (14,200)The Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Hemp Peppermint Pure-Castile Liquid Soap is a concentrated multi-use cleanser best for eco-conscious families needing a single solution for body care and household cleaning. As the best ethical body wash for camping and travel, it features biodegradable ingredients and fair-trade sourcing that outperforms most category peers on environmental impact and social responsibility.
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ExcellentB CorpFair TradeLeaping BunnyUSDA Organic+1 more4.8 (12,500)An industry benchmark for ethical manufacturing, this concentrated multi-use soap utilizes organic fair-trade oils and 100% post-consumer recycled packaging.
How to shop the best beauty & personal care of 2024
- Start with the #1 pick. Our 2024 winner satisfies every certification and transparency check we track. If it fits your budget and needs, stop there.
- Compare runners-up on price and use case. Positions 2–5 often score within a few points. Sort by price tier, cruelty-free, vegan or fair-trade to find the best fit.
- Cross-check against the current best beauty & personal care. New certifications or reformulations may have raised or lowered scores. Compare with our live "Best Beauty & Personal Care" ranking before buying.
- Verify availability. Some year-end winners sell out. Every listing shows current stock and a direct retailer link.
Frequently asked about beauty & personal care of 2024
What was the best beauty & personal care of 2024?+
Dr. Bronner's 18-in-1 Hemp Pure-Castile Liquid Soap by Dr. Bronner's tops our 2024 beauty & personal care ranking with an ethics score of 98/100.
How is the "best of 2024" list decided?+
Every product carries a 0–100 ethics score covering third-party certifications, sourcing transparency, ingredient and material safety, packaging and brand practices. The 2024 list is the composite ranking as of December 2024 — historic and immutable.
Do year-end rankings ever change?+
Only if a product is recalled or a certification is revoked retroactively. Otherwise the 2024 snapshot stays fixed so you can trust it long-term.
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What changed in ethical beauty & personal care in 2024
A year-stamped ranking exists because the evidence behind these products moves. Certificates expire and get renewed, formulations are reformulated, packaging switches from mixed material to mono-material, and parent-company ownership changes who ultimately profits from a purchase. The 2024 list reflects the documentation valid now, not the reputation a brand built years ago.
The broad direction in beauty & personal care is more disclosure at the top and slower progress in the middle: leading brands increasingly publish supplier names and test data, while the bulk of the market still relies on unverified front-of-pack language.
Treat the 2024 label as a freshness marker. If you are reading this later, check individual product pages for the current certificate status before buying.
How a 2024 ranking differs from an all-time list
| Aspect | 2024 ranking | Undated list |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate status | Checked as current within the year | May cite lapsed certificates |
| Availability | Products confirmed still sold | Often includes discontinued items |
| Formulation | Reflects the latest published formula | Can describe an older version |
| Ownership | Accounts for recent acquisitions | Ignores parent-company changes |
| Comparability | Fair year-on-year comparison | Mixes evidence from many years |
Before you trust any "best of 2024" list
- Look for a methodology pageA list without published criteria is an opinion, not a ranking.
- Check for affiliate disclosureLinks can be monetised; rank order should not depend on it.
- Confirm products are still soldDiscontinued winners are the most common sign of a stale list.
- Verify at least one certificateSpot-check a licence number in the scheme's register.
Frequently asked
Why timestamp the best ethical beauty & personal care to 2024?+
Because the underlying evidence changes: certificates lapse, formulas are reformulated, products are discontinued, and brands change owners. A dated ranking tells you how fresh the verification is.
Will this 2024 ranking still be accurate next year?+
The methodology will, the specific order may not. We publish a new dated ranking each year and keep product pages updated in between, so check the certificate status on the product page at purchase time.