10 Award-Winning Clean Beauty Brands from Australia and New Zealand
Recognized as winners in the 2026 Clean Beauty Awards, these Oceania-based brands reflect evolving approaches to formulation, sourcing, and product designClean beauty in Oceania is often framed through its connection to nature, but what sits beneath is a more considered approach to how products are formulated and brought into everyday use. As conversations move beyond surface-level definitions, there is growing attention on formulation intent, ingredient selection, and how products are designed to function within daily routines. Across the region, approaches vary—from mineral-based complexion products developed with a skin-first philosophy, to aromatherapy-led skincare grounded in decades of botanical expertise, to small-batch formulations that combine natural ingredients with science-backed actives. Each reflects a distinct way of thinking about product development, shaped by both environment and evolving consumer expectations.
As winners in the 2026 Clean Beauty Awards, these these Australia- and New Zealand-based brands highlight how clean beauty continues to evolve across the region.
Location: GoldCoast, Queensland Australia
Winner - Lipstick : Sunkissed Peach
MG Naturals is an Australian clean beauty brand specialising in titanium dioxide-free makeup formulated for sensitive and health-conscious consumers. Founded on a skin-first philosophy, the brand develops vegan and cruelty-free complexion products using mineral and plant-based ingredients. MG Naturals prioritises ingredient transparency, ethical sourcing practices, and refill-conscious packaging initiatives. Its product range includes BB creams, mineral foundations, and other complexion-focused formulations designed to support both performance and skin comfort.
Location: Brisbane, Australia
2nd Place - FaceOil : 500 Roses Facial Elixir
Perfect Potion is an Australian, family-owned pioneer in sustainable, certified natural and organic aromatherapy and skin care. Founded in 1991 by Salvatore Battaglia and Carolyn Stubbin, their philosophy is grounded in the belief that flourishing wellness is a holistic journey enhanced by the pure power of nature. Each product is masterfully crafted from 100% pure, sustainably sourced botanical ingredients, backed by decades of expertise in naturopathy, aromatherapy and cosmetic science alongside a deep reverence for the earth. Their commitment goes beyond clean ingredients; from a transparent ingredient list to eco-conscious practices like glass packaging, Perfect Potion’s identity is defined by their dedication to purity, all-natural ingredients, expertise and environmental consciousness. Every potion is a testament to their mission: gently guiding you to flourish by listening, guiding and reconnecting mind, body and spirit.
Location: Perth, Western Australia
3rd Place - FaceCream : Ultimate Youth Essence Formula
Dianne Caine Australia is a family-owned, Western Australian-based clean beauty brand creating results-driven skincare, body care and hair care for women who value honesty, simplicity and performance. Each product is formulated in small batches using high-quality natural ingredients and science-backed actives, free from sulphates, silicones, parabens and unnecessary fillers. The brand is committed to delivering visible results with integrity.
Location: Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia
2nd Place - BodyWash : Honeycomb Soap-On-A-Rope
C.A.F.M. Botanics, aka Crown And Full Moon, is an Australian Made skincare brand rooted in the belief that natural beauty products should perform as beautifully as they look. Founded in Sydney during the pandemic by a former visual designer, the brand applies the same precision and creativity found in design to the art of formulation. Every product is Palm Free, Plant Based and powered by Australian Native Botanicals, chosen for their efficacy and connection to place. With a commitment to transparency and ingredient integrity, C.A.F.M. Botanics offers an alternative to the synthetic chemicals found in much of conventional skincare, recognising the growing consumer concern over their potential short and long-term effects. The collection includes cold process soaps, mind & body oils, youthful face oil and natural body care designed to elevate daily rituals through performance, texture and scent. C.A.F.M. Botanics stands apart by uniting uncompromising formulations with a distinctive visual identity — creating a sensory experience that begins the moment you see it and lingers long after you’ve used it.
Location: Beeliar, Western Australia, Australia
Finalist - Perfume : Sojourn
ELIA Balms & Blends is a West Australian natural body care brand founded in 2018 by partners Mia and Jane.
After both experienced adverse reactions to mainstream deodorants, they were driven to create safer, plant-based alternatives using simple, effective ingredients.
Based in Perth, ELIA formulates and handcrafts a range of natural deodorants, perfumes, soaps, lip treatments, and more. The brand prioritises transparency, sustainability, and minimalism, offering products that are gentle on both the body and the natural environment.
Unlike many in the clean beauty space, ELIA avoids greenwashing by maintaining complete ingredient transparency and choosing function over hype. Its inclusive, values-led approach has built a loyal community of customers who seek honest, quality care without complexity.
Location: Holland Park, Queensland, Australia
Finalist - HairTreatment : Eyelash Growth Serum
A Mum from QLD, Australia that wants to help you feel more confidence as well as have convenience in your everyday beauty routine without the harmful ingredients. Launched in 2022, providing natural lash growth products to help you enhance your natural lashes and brows with only the best quality natural ingredients and formulated for sensitive skin. With over 10 years of research, the Lashgro growth serum formula is a rare triple peptide serum sourced from the best quality plants and packed full of nutrients and vitamins to help your lashes and brows achieve maximum growth.
Location: Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
3rd Place - OdourCare: Deodorant - Orange Sherbert
Petite Skin Co. is an Australian skincare brand founded in 2018, dedicated to creating safe and effective products for children aged 7 to 14. Developed in partnership with leading natural skincare chemists, the range is formulated to meet the unique needs of young, developing skin. Based in Australia, the brand offers cleansers, moisturisers, sunscreens, and targeted treatments that are gentle yet effective. Inspired by the lack of suitable skincare options for children, Petite Skin Co. was created to help families establish healthy skin habits from an early age. Unlike many “natural” or “non-toxic” brands, every formula is designed specifically for young skin, avoiding harsh actives and adult-strength ingredients. Today, it is trusted by thousands of families worldwide for providing age-appropriate solutions backed by science and transparency.
Location: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Finalist - FaceMask : Oceanic Exfoliating Balm
Seadragon Organic is an Australian skincare brand recently launched by a cosmetic chemist who changed career direction in her 40s. The range features cosmeceutical-grade formulations containing marine bio-actives at levels shown to support midlife skin. Each product is formulated to the COSMOS organic standard and is free from fossil fuel–derived ingredients, reflecting a commitment to both performance and sustainability. Inspired by the specific needs of women experiencing hormonal skin changes, the brand offers a results-focused alternative to conventional natural beauty products. With a foundation in cosmetic science and a focus on ingredient integrity, Seadragon Organic stands apart in its dedication to evidence-led, conscious skincare.
Location: Palm Beach, Queensland, Australia
Finalist - BodyCare : 24-Hour Rescue
What if skincare could be uncomplicated and kinder on skin? That question sparked Skin Friend’s clean, all-in-one approach for common skin concerns such as eczema, rosacea, dermatitis, and ageing. Founded in 2012 by nutritionist and award-winning author Karen Fischer, Skin Friend creates pH-optimised formulations that strengthen the skin barrier and support the microbiome, making skin more resilient and less dependent on products. Inspired by her baby’s eczema, Fischer developed evidence-based solutions that have since helped thousands, with health practitioners often referring patients to her as a “last hope.” With eco-friendly packaging and ingredients, all products are independently lab-tested and confirmed free from PFAS — “forever chemicals” linked to environmental and health concerns — ensuring clean, safe formulations free from accidental contamination. The Skin Friend mission is simple: to make skincare eco-friendly, effective, and kind — because healthy skin doesn’t need ten steps, just clean care and nourishment.
Location: Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
3rd Place - FaceOil : Multivitamin Restorative Face Oil
Founded in 2019 by industry insider Wendy Nowell-Usticke, Corbin Rd. began as a personal mission to simplify and repair a broken system that left her skin overwhelmed by excess products and overly active ingredients. Built on the belief that less is more for beautiful skin, the brand takes the confusion out of choosing safe and effective skincare with a three-step system, clean beauty formulas, and proven results. By formulating multipurpose products with all your skin needs in just the right strength, for strong, healthy, radiant skin. Corbin Rd delivers clarity, not complexity—less waste, less confusion. Today, its full retail, spa, and amenities range is trusted by New Zealand’s top salons, spas, and destination lodges as their preferred clean beauty partner.
"Most of us have been bombarded with a product for every ailment, and a treatment for every age and stage," she explains. "It was liberating to realise I could do so much more for my skin with so much less - a de-cluttered routine based on clean beauty ingredients designed to strengthen skin, and simple tools to get those ingredients to work well."
Clean beauty across Oceania continues to develop through a range of formulation approaches and product design perspectives. As winners in the 2026 Clean Beauty Awards, these brands reflect how different influences—from botanical knowledge to science-informed development—come together in shaping how products are created, experienced, and integrated into everyday routines.
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