8 Women-Owned Sustainable Brands to Support This Women's History Month

Sustainability has always been a feminist issue. Across the globe, women are at the heart of environmental stewardship, leading movements to restore land, preserve biodiversity, and create systems that sustain communities rather than exploit them. Studies show that women are more likely to support climate policies, invest in sustainable solutions, and build businesses that prioritize long-term ecological and social well-being over short-term profit.

This Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting eight women-owned brands that embody this ethos. Through their work in sustainable beauty, personal care, and zero-waste living, these women are proving that business can be a force for restoration rather than destruction.

1. SunnieMade: Slow Beauty with a Purpose

SunnieMade crafts small-batch skincare using locally sourced, organic ingredients. With a deep focus on holistic wellness, founder Sunnie Fike formulates skincare that nourishes both skin and soul, without synthetic fillers or unnecessary packaging waste.

• 100% plastic-free

• Carbon-neutral shipping

• Soy-based inks

• Vegan and cruelty-free

• Simple, limited, toxin-free ingredients
  

2. Fat and the Moon: Herbalist-Formulated, Low-Waste Beauty

Founded by herbalist Rachel Budde, Fat and the Moon brings centuries-old herbal wisdom into modern self-care. From botanical balms to plastic-free deodorants, every product is handmade in small batches using ethically sourced, natural ingredients.

• Sustainable packaging

• Carbon-neutral shipping

• Sustainable ingredient sourcing

• Non-toxic formulations

• Handmade to order model

3. Plaine Products: A Refillable Beauty Revolution

Plaine Products was created by sisters Lindsey and Alison Delaplaine to combat plastic waste in the personal care industry. Their zero-waste shampoo, conditioner, and body care products come in aluminum bottles that can be sent back, refilled, and reused, keeping single-use plastics out of the landfill.

• Refillable aluminum packaging

• Plastic-free, zero-waste model

• Non-toxic, biodegradable formulations

• Carbon-neutral shipping

• Vegan & cruelty-free

4. Axiology: Plastic-Free, Planet-Friendly Cosmetics

Axiology, founded by Ericka Rodriguez, is redefining clean beauty with its plastic-free lipsticks, balms, and crayons. Every product is palm oil-free and made with nourishing, ethical ingredients, all wrapped in eco-conscious, compostable packaging.

• 100% plastic-free packaging

• Multi-use balm format reduces waste

• Palm oil-free, ethical ingredient sourcing

• Certified vegan & cruelty-free

5. Superfly Soap: Handmade Bar Soaps for a Cleaner Planet

Superfly Soap is a small, woman-led business crafting plastic-free, palm oil-free soaps using sustainable ingredients. With an emphasis on low-impact production and biodegradable formulas, they prove that skincare doesn’t have to come at the expense of the environment.

• Biodegradable & plastic-free packaging

• Handmade using a cold-process method

• Certified cruelty-free & vegan

6. Be You Organics: Handcrafted Skincare, Rooted in Nature

Be You Organics offers small-batch, organic skincare that’s free from synthetic chemicals, preservatives, and plastic waste. Founder Crystal Bowers focuses on harnessing the power of simple, whole-plant ingredients to create skincare that truly nourishes.

• Plastic-free packaging

• Sustainable ingredient sourcing

• 100% non-toxic formulations

7. SuperBee: Ditching Plastic with Reusable Alternatives

SuperBee, led by Antoinette Jackson, is on a mission to replace single-use plastics with long-lasting, reusable alternatives. Best known for their beeswax wraps, reusable sponges, and natural cleaning solutions, SuperBee creates high-quality, low-impact products that help households cut down on waste.

• Plastic-free, compostable packaging

• Ethically sourced beeswax & organic cotton

• Biodegradable, zero-waste products

  
  

8. Elate: Redefining Sustainable Beauty

Elate Cosmetics, founded by Melodie Reynolds, is a leader in low-waste, refillable beauty. Their sustainable makeup line features bamboo packaging, compostable refill pans, and high-performance formulas that prove clean beauty doesn’t have to compromise on quality.

• Sustainable packaging

• One-tree-planted

• Non-toxic formulations

• Vegan and Cruelty Free

Sustainability has always been deeply tied to the work of women: restoring, preserving, and building for the future. These eight brands prove that business can be regenerative, ethical, and community-driven. Supporting them isn’t just about making better choices as consumers; it’s about amplifying the leadership of women who are shaping a more sustainable tomorrow. Be sure to check out the Directory for all the full brand sustainability evaluations!