10 brands of local and safe cosmetics

Who hasn't heard of parabens, synthetic fragrances or even PEGs (polyethylene glycols). Quebecers are increasingly aware of the products they consume, but are they ready to change their purchasing habits?

Chemical ingredients are unfortunately present in the majority of cosmetic treatments used daily and it is difficult to choose safe brands. Very often, we no longer know which company to turn to and doing research on the Internet can be tedious! To make it easier for you, Signé Local has prepared a list for you to discover businesses that are not only local, but also natural and safe.

1. Modern Apothecary

Located in Sorel-Tracy, Apothicaire Moderne offers care for the whole family: women, men and babies. Handmade and without chemical additives, you can, among other things, get lip balms, beard oil, or even bath bombs to relax a bit!

2. Huldra Essential Oils

Huldra Essential Oils are 100% pure and natural. The company guarantees that its essential oils do not contain any other substance than that extracted from the plant. They are unmodified or diluted, not rectified or reconstituted. In addition to essential oils, Huldra offers handmade soaps and bath salts made from their essential oils.

3. The Three Acres

All Les Trois Acres body products are created using honey, beeswax, royal jelly, pollen or propolis. All these ingredients have wonderful natural properties for the skin: honey keeps the skin hydrated, propolis is ideal for regenerating the epidermis and there is nothing better than royal jelly to revitalize the skin. All of the company's products are carefully manufactured in Dunham, Quebec.

4. Stagecoach soap factory

Well established on the market for 10 years now, the reputation of the soap factory is second to none! The design is refreshing, the products varied and effective and in addition, the Savonnerie des Diligences is involved in supporting several organizations while applying a strict environmental policy to its production.

5. Naturesse Cosmetics

Naturesse Cosmetics offers naturally effective and organic cosmetic care. All products are based on 2 plant active ingredients, Argan and prickly pear oil, pure ingredients with a healthy ecological footprint.

Naturesse also offers a line of products for men, which includes beard oils and aftershave balms.

6. LaSève

Lasève offers products formulated by a Quebec laboratory that has specialized in natural cleaners for over 40 years. Their products include an alloy of pure, ecological and researched ingredients. We particularly appreciate the fact that their formulas contain ingredients found in nature in Quebec, such as linden, chamomile, oak, birch and, of course, organic maple water.

7. BAUM

BÄUM is a Montreal-based company that offers 100% natural products (free of sulphates, parabens, artificial colors, fragrances and preservatives), biodegradable, cruelty-free and multi-use. Essentials to carry with you at all times!

8. Green Planet

Having the protection of the environment at the heart of the company's values, Verte Planète is committed to sustainable development and chooses materials as well as manufacturing processes with a lower environmental impact. Verte Planète products are also composed of natural and organic ingredients. The all-purpose box is a must in order to discover the company's products.

9. Puressence

Puressence was born from the mother-daughter complicity of Daphnée and Anik. The ingredients used in the making of the products are 100% natural, eco-responsible, vegan, fragrance-free, cruelty-free and handmade in Quebec.

10. Janelle Health

by Eliane

Reviewed by Ariane L. in October 2021

cover photo: Stagecoach soap factory