‘Organic is an upgrade’

Natural beauty expert Janey Lee Grace shares why purity matters in wellbeing and beauty
Janey Lee Grace

This article first appeared in our Organic September 2026 issue of My Green Pod Magazine, published 09 September 2026. Click here to subscribe to our digital edition and get each issue delivered straight to your inbox

Organic beauty has moved far beyond a trend; today, it’s a revolution – a shift towards products that nourish rather than overwhelm, formulations that work in harmony with the skin and brands that take environmental responsibility seriously.

Organic September is a reminder that what we put on our skin matters just as much as what we put in our bodies. It’s also a celebration of the brands leading the way with integrity, transparency and a commitment to nature.

Skincare & sensory

One of the pioneers in certified-organic skincare is Eco by Sonya, Australia’s number-one certified-organic body care and tanning range.

Founder Sonya Driver built her brand on the belief that skincare should be both effective and kind – to the skin, to animals and to the planet.

Eco by Sonya Serum of Plenty (£44) is a certified-organic active serum that supports collagen, visibly smooths fine lines and evens skin tone. With hero. ingredient vitamin C 15% (ascorbic acid), it improves the appearance of wrinkles, dark spots and acne. Organic daisy – exceptional at skin tissue repair – exfoliates and evens skin tone.

For the delicate area around the eye, Butterflies Eye Care offers dermo-cosmetics designed specifically for sensitive skin and eyes, plus oncology patients. Its Ultra Moisturising Eye Contour Serum (£18) blends niacinamide with dual-weight hyaluronic acid to hydrate deeply and restore suppleness.

It’s a gentle, targeted formula that fits beautifully into an organic-leaning routine, especially for anyone seeking nourishment without irritation.

Organic September also celebrates the sensory side of natural beauty, and Penny Price Aromatherapy’s essential oil blends bring expertise and craftsmanship to this area.

The Nurture Breathing Pillow Spray (£13.40) is a pocket-sized moment of calm; formulated with the company’s award-winning breathing blend, it disperses evenly thanks to an advanced solubilised base. This provides a safer alternative to applying essential oils directly to fabrics.

Inner beauty

Organic September is also a reminder that beauty begins within. Nature Provides offers a high-strength, whole-food vitamin C blend sourced entirely from certified-organic fruits and berries, including acerola cherry, camu camu and amla.

Unlike synthetic ascorbic acid, the whole-food vitamin C in naturaC® (£35.21) delivers natural bioflavonoids and enzymes that support absorption and utilisation. It’s a gentle, food-based option that the body recognises, supporting collagen production, skin health, immune resilience and protection against oxidative stress.

Another UK brand championing clean, careful formulation is Innopure, a small business dedicated to producing vitamins and supplements in slow, small batches. Its lightweight, fully recyclable pouches use 60% less plastic than traditional bottles.

Innopure products are vegan friendly, non GMO and free from fillers, flow agents, ascorbic acid and citric acid – a rarity in the supplement world. Its Vitamin D3 & K2 (MK7) (£22.95) is simple, clean and kind to the environment.

Trust in organic

Organic wellbeing isn’t just about products, it’s also about standards. As the wellness industry grows, clients increasingly want reassurance that practitioners and therapists are properly trained and accredited.

The International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) has become a global trustmark for those seeking qualified holistic professionals; it supports therapists, coaches and training providers with independent accreditation that upholds professionalism, ethics and quality.

IPHM’s searchable global directory helps clients find practitioners who meet recognised standards, ensuring that holistic beauty and wellness remain rooted in transparency and trust rather than trends.

For inspiration, check out The Wellness Way podcast with Philly J Lay; it cuts through the noise with raw, unfiltered conversations on health and wellbeing. Groundbreaking voices in this space include Barbara O’Neill, Dr Bryan Ardis and Dr Vandana Shiva.

Organic September invites us to choose consciously, support brands that honour nature and reconnect with the idea that beauty can be both effective and ethical. These brands show that organic isn’t a compromise, it’s an upgrade.

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