After a year of record gas prices—and continuing debate over the safety and occlusivity of petroleum cosmetics—many consumers are turning toward more natural alternatives. These high-performance products are 100 percent petroleum-free and packed with eco-friendly ingredients.
Max Green Alchemy Scalp Rescue Conditioner ($14; maxgreenalchemy.com)
This nourishing vegan conditioner soothes the scalp and keeps hair feeling supple, without a greasy residue.
 
Woodsprite Dead Sea Mud Masque ($25; miamahalo.com)
It doesn’t get much more natural than this deep-penetrating smoother for face and body.
 
Dr. Bronner’s Liquid Soap ($7.99 each; drbronner.com)
Made from organic oils and encased in recycled plastic, these deliciously fresh soaps come in six dreamy scents and have 18 different uses each!
 
Pangea Organics Egyptian Calendula & Blood Orange Facial Cleanser ($17; pangeaorganics.com)
Egyptian calendula delivers a shot of moisture; blood orange leaves skin feeling refreshed and balanced.
 
Burt’s Bees Complexion Mist ($9.50; drugstore.com)
A spritz a day controls oil and hydrates parched skin. Available in Carrot Seed Oil, Lavender, Pink Grapefruit, and Cucumber Chamomile.
 
John Masters Organics Herbal Cider Hair Rinse & Clarifier ($17; johnmasters.com)
After a long week of work and play, this balancing treatment restores stressed-out strands to a soft, shiny state.
 
Jane Iredale One-4-All Compact ($56; dermstore.com)
Customized to your skin tone (neutral, warm, or cool), this lush palette of mineral makeup takes the guesswork out of morning routines.
 
Dr. Hauschka Jet Set Kit ($21.50; saffronrouge.com)
This skin-care collection is a frequent-fliers’ secret weapon, combating the effects of travel-related stress and recycled cabin air.

[First published online here]