Alter/native Ayurvedic Skincare Soap Bar
The science of life is believed to start with Ayurvedic medicine providing a foundation for a healthy mind body and spirit. Use our Ayurvedic soap to gently cleanse your skin and envelop yourself in tranquillity – Handmade palm free soap made with essential oils –
Our cruelty-free body care range is inspired by the power of plants. Everything is responsibly sourced, and gentle on your hair and skin. ALTER/NATIVE by Suma. Change is in your hands.
Friendly Soap – Detox Bar
Our charcoal detox bar won’t help grill your lentil burger, but it will help make your skin look and feel amazing. The soap is made using activated charcoal that magically absorbs toxins from your skin, leaving it cleaner and healthier. We’ve added lime essential oil for its antiseptic, antiviral and antioxidant qualities, and rosemary essential oil to lift your spirits and enliven your mind. All in all, a restorative soap that leaves you feeling renewed and ready for anything.
Each Detox bar is handmade with Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Olive Oil, Activated Charcoal Powder, Rosemary and Lime essential oils.
You won’t find even the smallest smidgen of palm oil, parabens, sulphates, triclosan or phthalates in any of our soaps; all we add is a feel-good factor. Our plastic-free boxes are recycled and recyclable, and we’re also registered with The Vegan Society and Cruelty-Free International. We’ve even earned a ‘Best’ rating with Ethical Consumer, so you can enjoy a spotlessly clean conscience.
- Detox Cleansing Bar
- 95g bar
- Handmade in the UK
- Great for every skin type
Friendly Soap – Shea Butter Cleansing Bar
This handmade Friendly Soap Shea Butter Cleansing Bar contains a rich blend of fatty acids and antioxidants which help to soothe dry skin and eczema and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. The bar is made up of 1/3 Shea butter, 1/3 coconut oil and 1/3 olive oil and contains no fragrances or synthetic ingredients making this perfect for even the most delicate skin.
- Shea Butter cleansing bar
- 95g bar
- Handmade in the UK
- Packed full of Vitamin A
- Great for every skin type
Konjac Sponge
Konjac is a perennial plant native to Asia which has been used as food, traditional medicine and for beauty in Asia for more than 2000 years! The main element is the wonderful, water-soluable dietary fiber–glucomannan. It can be found growing in the wild, high up in the mountains. It is more than 95% water, rich in minerals and naturally alkaline which is why it is great for your skin.
The Konjac sponge is seen as a facial massage sponge and known to stimulate the blood int he skin. It is a choice beauty product for many who want to achieve bright and healthy skin.
Lip Balm – Vanilla & Lemon
This Natural Vanilla and Lemon lip balm is handmade in small batches at Yare Valley in Norfolk. The Cold pressed rapeseed oil we grow, harvest and press is used as the base in creating this wonderfully subtle, smooth and creamy balm. We also use Candelilla wax, which comes from the leaves of a shrub and by doing so the balm remains suitable for everyone, including vegans.
- 15g Tin
- Vanilla & Lemon
- Handmade in small batches in Norfolk
Organic Facial Oil – Rose Geranium
With a gentle, enchanting aroma, this delicate yet deeply moisturising Rose Geranium Facial Oil will leave your face feeling amazingly soft and nourished. This blend of skin loving sunflower seed and jojoba oils as the key moisturising ingredients means this facial oil is naturally abundant in antioxidant vitamins A & E. With only the equivalent to a few drops of oil required per application, you will find that this facial oil will last you a long time.
Our sunflower seed oil is cold pressed and organic for the ultimate in skincare. Sunflower seed oil is non-comedogenic and therefore does not clog the pores (which can create break-outs). Anti-oxidant rich sunflower seed oil helps neutralise free radicals which can damage our skin cells. Helping promote cell regeneration, this wonder oil is anti-inflammatory and is therefore ideal for many a skin condition where the skin becomes inflamed. The vitamin E that is naturally abundant in sunflower seed oil helps protect the collagen and elastin in the skin and is therefore considered anti-aging. This light and golden oil is also high in vitamin A which is a natural anti-oxidant and like vitamin E helps regenerate the skin cells.
Native to southern Arizona and California, jojoba oil has been used in skincare for centuries. Extracted by cold pressing the jojoba seed, jojoba oil, whilst called an oil, it is actually a liquid wax ester. Another non-comedogenic oil, jojoba oil is so alike to the skin’s own naturally produced oils (sebum) that it is readily absorbed without any oily residue and will consequently help regulate and balance excessively oily skin. Rich in vitamins A and E, and omega-6 fatty acids which are essential components of the skin’s barrier. This barrier protects on the skin’s surface and combined with the anti-inflammatory effects of the vitamin E, allows the skin to heal and regenerate its cells. It also acts as a humectant, meaning it works to retain moisture in the skin.
Rose Geranium Oil: With its astringent properties, rose geranium can also help reduce enlarged pores. It is a balancing oil so can do wonders for balancing out uneven skin tone. Being anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-fungal anti-bacterial, anti-microbial and anti-septic it is incredible with treating acne, blemishes and spots.
Due to its antiviral and antifungal components, rose geranium oil helps strengthen the immune system and can help maintain general well being by eliminating infections.
The balancing and anti-inflammatory qualities of this oil make it excellent for helping with rosacea and general soothing and calming of the skin.
Rose Geranium also has benefits for the mind too. It is known to help boost mood, uplift and help fight depression.
Organic Facial Oil – Unscented
This unscented, light and wonderfully moisturising facial oil will leave your face feeling amazingly soft and nourished. Perfect for those of you who are sensitive to essential oils this blend of skin loving sunflower seed and jojoba oils as the only and pure, organic ingredients means this facial oil is naturally abundant in antioxidant vitamins A & E. With only the equivalent to a few drops of oil required per application, you will find that this facial oil will last you a long time.
Our sunflower seed oil is cold pressed and organic for the ultimate in skincare. Sunflower seed oil is non-comedogenic and therefore does not clog the pores (which can create break-outs). Anti-oxidant rich sunflower seed oil helps neutralise free radicals which can damage our skin cells. Helping promote cell regeneration, this wonder oil is anti-inflammatory and is therefore ideal for many a skin condition where the skin becomes inflamed. The vitamin E that is naturally abundant in sunflower seed oil helps protect the collagen and elastin in the skin and is therefore considered anti-aging. This light and golden oil is also high in vitamin A which is a natural anti-oxidant and like vitamin E helps regenerate the skin cells.
Native to southern Arizona and California, jojoba oil has been used in skincare for centuries. Extracted by cold pressing the jojoba seed, jojoba oil, whilst called an oil, it is actually a liquid wax ester. Another non-comedogenic oil, jojoba oil is so alike to the skin’s own naturally produced oils (sebum) that it is readily absorbed without any oily residue and will consequently help regulate and balance excessively oily skin. Rich in vitamins A and E, and omega-6 fatty acids which are essential components of the skin’s barrier. This barrier protects on the skin’s surface and combined with the anti-inflammatory effects of the vitamin E, allows the skin to heal and regenerate its cells. It also acts as a humectant, meaning it works to retain moisture in the skin.
Upcircle Cleansing Face Balm Makeup Remover with Oat + Vitamin E
This multi award-winning cleansing balm gently removes waterproof makeup, pollution & impurities. The skin is deeply cleansed, soothed & hydrated, perfect for everyday use. Made with the finely-ground powder of discarded apricot stones, this cleanser is naturally rich in antioxidant Vitamin E.
KEY INGREDIENTS: A combination of calming oat, blue tansy & sea buckthorn oils deeply nourish skin & support elasticity. Blackcurrant seed oil evens out skin tone & reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation.
BENEFITS: This 100% natural product is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It’s also great for oily/combination skin with added rosemary oil to prevent breakouts. Dermatologically approved, vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass jar.
UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Cleansing Face Milk with Aloe Vera + Upcycled Oat Powder
This water-based cleanser gently cleanses & restores the skin, delivering a luxurious & buttery-soft finish. The creamy & ceramide-packed formula is made with upcycled oat powder, which is rich in antioxidants & supports the skin’s moisture barrier.
KEY INGREDIENTS: As well as oat powder, this cleanser contains aloe vera & jojoba to calm & soothe irritation. Nourishing almond oil is rich in vitamins A & E, reducing redness & inflammation.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types, especially menopausal skin. Antioxidant & fatty acid-rich sunflower oil prevents breakouts, also great for sensitive & acne-prone skin.
Dermatologically approved, vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable bottle. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Cleansing Soap Bar – Cinnamon + Ginger
UpCircle’s award-winning cinnamon & ginger cleansing soap revives & refreshes, perfect for use on both the face & body. An upcycled blend of ten chai spices provides an energy boost for both the senses & the skin.
KEY INGREDIENTS: A combination of kaolin & illite draws out impurities from the skin, whilst calming redness & boosting circulation without stripping. Cinnamon & ginger oils help the skin to appear clearer & brighter.
BENEFITS: Glycerine protects & hydrates, making this great for all skin types including dry & sensitive skin.
Vegan & cruelty-free, in recyclable cardboard packaging. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Cleansing Soap Bar – Fennel + Cardamom
UpCircle’s award-winning fennel & cardamom soap refreshes & revitalises, perfect for use on both the face & body. An upcycled blend of residual chai spices provides an energy boost for both the senses & the skin.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Green clay draws toxins from pores helping to combat breakouts without stripping. Shea butter & glycerine leave the skin feeling nourished & smooth.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types. The anti-microbial blend of fennel & cardamom oils makes this great for acne-prone, hormonal & combination skin. Vegan & cruelty-free, packaged in recyclable cardboard packaging. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making clean products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Conditioner Crème – Rosemary + Vitamin E
This nourishing conditioner crème delivers protection & hydration to strengthen hair quality. It contains upcycled Vitamin C-rich orange peel wax to deeply nurture & repair.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Enriching coconut oil prevents hair breakage, whilst protecting the scalp from bacteria. Turkey tail mushroom extract includes minerals such as zinc to boost shine, leaving a silk finish.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all hair types. This conditioner contains corn protein which can reverse the appearance of damage, including from heat styling & air humidity. For best results, use after cleansing with UpCircle’s Shampoo Crème.
UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Eye Cream with Hyaluronic Acid + Coffee Oil
UpCircle’s gentle eye cream brightens & renews, reducing the appearance of dark circles & fine lines. Made with top-quality Arabica coffee grounds sourced from London-based artisanal coffee shops. The formula also contains anti-inflammatory maple bark extract, clinically proven to boost collagen production whilst strengthening the delicate skin around the eyes.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Hyaluronic acid boosts hydration, whilst Vitamin C-rich cucumber extract de-puffs.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types. Chamomile extract has anti-microbial & anti-allergenic properties, perfect for sensitive skin.
Dermatologically approved, vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass jar. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Eye Roller
Looking for brighter eyes with a healthy glow? UpCircle’s plastic-free Eye Roller is just what you need! Sustainable and unisex, this Eye Roller is perfect for boosting circulation, improve the appearance of skin tone, texture and relieve facial tension. Stimulating blood flow around the eyes won’t just make your skin glow but will decrease puffiness too. A great festive gift for those who enjoy eco-conscious, sustainable self care. Use with UpCircle’s award-winning Eye Cream or Face Serum for deeper absorption, leaving skin around eyes with a refreshing glow! Use the flat end to scoop out UpCircle’s Eye Cream, then apply to the roller ball. Softly massage in the area around the eyes. Be sure to clean after every use. Top tip: Keep this metal Eye Roller cool in the fridge for extra cooling effect & to reduce puffiness.
Upcircle Face Moisturiser with Vitamin E & Aloe Vera
A deeply hydrating, fast-absorbing face cream to nourish & brighten. UpCircle’s Face Moisturiser helps fight food waste, using finely-ground upcycled argan shell powder to strengthen, protect & calm your skin.
KEY INGREDIENTS: As well as upcycled argan, this skin soother contains a combination of moisturising aloe vera, glycerine & sage oil to hydrate. Antioxidants & fatty acid-rich cocoa butter support the skin’s moisture barrier, by locking in hydration.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types, this product reduces the appearance of blemishes & large pores. Linseed oil helps soothe inflammation, reducing redness & calming irritation.
Dermatologically approved, vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass jar. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Face Toner with Hyaluronic Acid
This hydrating toner plumps & revitalises, leaving the skin looking & feeling refreshed after cleansing. It uses upcycled green mandarin water & chamomile stem extract to soothe inflammation & redness.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Hyaluronic acid & glycerine lock in moisture to protect the skin’s barrier. As well as green mandarin water, this toner includes nutrient & antioxidant-rich orange mandarin oil to restore & revive.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types. Salicylic acid & chamomile extract are particularly great for acne-prone skin.
Vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass bottle. Upcircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Hair Care Duo
Experience hair transformation with UpCircle’s duo of nourishing haircare. This boxed gift set includes: – Shampoo Crème with Coconut + Rosemary Oil – Conditioner Crème with Rosemary Oil, Bamboo Extract + Vitamin E A concentrated shampoo delivering 3 times the washes of a liquid shampoo & a protein-packed conditioner that revives hairs natural shine.
Set worth £40 – save 10% compared to purchasing the products individually! Suitable for all hair types. With upcycled pink berry, the shampoo calms irritation on the scalp, also promoting hair growth with rosemary oil. Harnessing the potency of upcycled orange peel wax, this highly coveted conditioner deeply nurtures hair whilst enhancing the natural shine of your hair.
Vegan & cruelty-free, in recyclable packaging. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Hair Serum
Introducing one half of UpCircle’s newest haircare additions… the nourishing Hair Serum! It uses upcycled & fermented rice water to strengthen hair, leaving locks with a smooth & defined finish. A leave-in conditioner that protects against heat + UV damage.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Baobab extract protects against UV damage, shielding hair from heat exposure. Hyaluronic acid & fructose replace the performance of traditional silicones without damaging hair, ensuring a sleek appearance.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all hair types. Rich in fatty acids, coconut oil tames frizz whilst remaining lightweight on hair ends.
UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Night Cream With Hyaluronic Acid & Niacinamide
A natural, unfragranced overnight moisturiser to protect & repair the skin. This night cream is made with the antioxidant-packed extract of repurposed blueberries. Rich in Vitamin A, the cold-pressed extract protects against blue light & is a source of pro-retinol that works to minimise signs of aging skin. KEY
INGREDIENTS: Created with skin-replenishing niacinamide to even out the appearance of skin tone, hyaluronic acid to hydrate & rosehip oil to promote overnight skin regeneration.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types, particularly sensitive or mature skin. This cream contains no essential oils & unlike synthetic retinol, does not need to be phased in so can be used everyday.
Dermatologically approved, vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass jar. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Peptide Face Serum
Clinically proven to boost skin elasticity by 29% in just 14 days. Boosts collagen production to fight against the signs of ageing on the skin. Contains upcycled custard apple, a skincare powerhouse that promotes a harmonious balance for the skin, reducing inflammation & enhancing resilience.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Formulated with a high percentage of niacinamide to even the appearance of skin tone & hydrate skin. Upcycled blood orange water protects from our ever-changing environmental conditions.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types, particularly mature skin. Peptides improve the efficacy of other skincare products, resulting in a boosted routine.
TOP TIP: For best results, apply whilst the skin is damp.
Vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass bottle. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle Shampoo Crème with Coconut + Rosemary Oil
The UpCircle refillable Shampoo Crème is a hybrid of liquid & solid, delivering triple the number of washes than a liquid shampoo. It uses leftover calming pink berry to soothe scalp irritation & reduce flakes.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Coconut oil provides nourishment to prevent frizz, whilst having great antibacterial properties. Grapefruit oil contains vitamins A & C, protecting the scalp from environmental damage.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all hair types. Antioxidant-rich rosemary oil stimulates hair growth, also reducing inflammation on the scalp. For best results and to achieve optimal lather, use as a double cleanser for the hair.
UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.
Upcircle SPF 25 Mineral Sunscreen
This reef-safe mineral sunscreen contains zinc oxide to provide an essential physical defence against premature ageing caused by the sun. Upcycled raspberry seed oil is vitamin-packed to protect from environmental damage.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Glycerine & aloe vera hydrate & cool the skin, strengthening the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Antioxidant & fatty acid-rich sunflower oil locks in moisture, leaving the skin feeling nourished.
BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types. Antibacterial lavender prevents breakouts, making this great for sensitive & acne-prone skin.
A Vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass jar. UpCircle is the UK’s #1 upcycled beauty brand, making sustainable products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.