Founded by Cindy Barberes after her own journey toward self-care, H. Honeycup makes vegan, cruelty-free natural body care from plant-based ingredients. The Malvern brand’s products are formulated and manufactured by Raintree Labs, owned by Cindy’s husband, Kevin Parker, with each formula built ingredient by ingredient rather than from an outside base or fragrance. Because addiction has affected the family, H. Honeycup also donates clean beauty products to people in recovery.
MADE SAFE Certified
Vegan
Cruelty Free
Honeybee GardensBorn from Melissa J. Buckley’s 1995 kitchen experiments with garden herbs, Honeybee Gardens makes natural cosmetics and personal-care products designed to be effective, trustworthy and gentler on people, animals and the planet. The women-owned Pennsylvania company is known for its botanical formulas, including its long-running Tropical Lip Balm and bestselling alcohol-free hair spray, and sells products through health-food stores, pharmacies and specialty shops. All products are vegan, with cruelty-free certification from PETA and Leaping Bunny.LEESPORT, PA
LavanilaFounded by Danielle as a response to harsh chemicals in conventional beauty products, Lavanila makes natural deodorants, fragrances and body-care products built around its “100% Healthy” approach. The brand is known for pioneering a healthy fragrance and an award-winning natural deodorant, using clinically tested formulas with natural technology while leaving out aluminum, parabens and other harsh chemicals. Lavanila’s vegan, cruelty-free collection also ties each online order to planting a tree through The Nature Conservancy.16TH ST, NY
Violets Are BlueAfter breast cancer treatment left Cynthia Besteman searching for safer beauty products, she founded Violets Are Blue in 2015 to make naturally derived skincare for the face and body. The company pairs its botanical formulations with a direct support mission: 10% of product purchases fund Beloved gift packages for women beginning chemotherapy at Mount Sinai’s Dubin Breast Center in New York City. Its work has earned Best In Show from the Indie Beauty Expo and recognition from the Beauty Shortlist.
J'enessenceJ’enessence is a women-owned American skincare company making small-batch, plant-powered body care and facial treatments under the guidance of a licensed esthetician. Its formulas are handmade on demand without synthetic fragrances, dyes or animal testing, with natural essential oils shaping the products’ therapeutic feel. The business grew from its founder’s experience overcoming homelessness and hardship, and she supports Dress for Success while building work intended to give back.NEW YORK, NY