Living Clean on a Budget? Start with THESE Brands

Written By Karly Fitzgerald

When I first started swapping to non-toxic products, I thought it had to be all or nothing—and that it would be crazy expensive. But over the years, I’ve found so many affordable brands that are clean, effective, and easy to find at places like Target, Amazon, and even Costco. You don’t need a $300 skincare routine to start living cleaner—you just need to start small and swap smart.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or like clean living is out of reach financially, this post is for you. Here are my go-to affordable clean brands that I’ve used, loved, and recommended over and over again:

🧼 Dr. Bronner’s

One bottle = 18+ uses.
Dr. Bronner’s castile soap is one of the most versatile clean products in my home. You can use it to wash your face, body, and hands—but also for shaving, doing dishes, scrubbing the bathtub, even mopping floors and cleaning windows.
→ Tip: A little goes a long way!

→ Shop all Dr. Bronner’s products: HERE!

💆‍♀️ Acure

Budget-friendly haircare + skincare
Acure is one of my favorite under-the-radar clean brands. Their shampoo, conditioner, and brightening cleanser are EWG-approved, fragrance-free, and gentle on sensitive skin. Great if you're looking to detox your beauty routine without overspending.

🌿 Cocokind

Barrier-supporting skincare with clean ingredients
Cocokind makes skincare that's both simple and smart. Their formulas are focused on skin health and everything is labeled clearly—so you actually understand what you're using.

👶 Honest

Clean staples for the whole family
For makeup I LOVE their 2-in-1 mascara, They also have baby wipes and diapers. It’s widely available, super affordable, and a great way to ease into clean swaps for both beauty and home!

🍓 100% Pure

Fruit-pigmented makeup
I love their makeup products, coffee bean eye cream, and haircare!

Living clean doesn’t have to be perfect or expensive—it just has to be intentional. I’ve made so many small swaps over the years that added up to big changes in how I feel, and I want the same for you. If you’re on a budget or feeling overwhelmed, know that you’re not alone. Start with one product, one brand, one area of your home—and build from there. You don’t need to do it all at once. You just need to start. 💛

Non-Toxic Beauty Resources

If you're just beginning your clean beauty journey or looking to expand your collection of non-toxic staples, I’ve got you covered! Here are a few helpful places to find the products I use and love:

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