5 Cosmetic Companies Giving Back to the World

We applaud businesses that give back to those in need around the globe.

There are many beauty organizations out there that aim to help others in a variety of ways. Whether by building shelters, supplying clean water and healthy meals, or providing educational opportunities for children in need, charitable brands do their part to beautify their consumers as well as the world around us.

In order to carry out such impactful actions, these brands rely on our spending power. And by purchasing products from companies that contribute to social impact organizations, you not only add quality products to your beauty stash, you too join in on the effort to help others in need. Page through our slideshow below for five companies that are helping to make the world a better place. Then, shop for a product (or two—or three!) to do your part.

Revive Bath + Body

Revive Bath + Body partners with the Lovin' Soap Project, an organization that offers economic opportunities to women in Senegal making artisan soaps. This soap business provides women with income to support themselves and their families. When you buy Revive masks, scrubs, lotions, and other skincare products, you also support Lovin' Soap Project and all support they provide.

Photo: instagram.com/reviveyourbath

Heritage 1933

The inspiration behind Heritage 1933 comes from the founder's rough start in life. Latoya Thompson grew up living in multiple shelters, and was determined to find her own success and eventually, give back to those who may have endured similar circumstances. Proceeds from Heritage 1933 go to helping women and children that are homeless and living in shelters. The brand also accepts hair product donations for women in shelters.

Photo: instagram.com/heritage1933

Maya Chia

The Maya people of Central America have been using chia seeds for health and beauty for generations. Every product from Maya Chia is infused with the vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant-rich seeds. A percentage of proceeds goes to supporting the Maya people in Central and South America.

Photo: instagram.com/mayachiabeauty

Mayfair Soap Foundry

Mayfair Soap Foundry is much more than a soap company. They are partners with the Starlight Children's Foundation, an organization that emotionally supports children with chronic or terminal illnesses in the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK. You can find their products at Target, Walmart, or online.

Photo: instagram.com/mayfairsoapfoundry

Lush Cosmetics

Lush offers two products that donate proceeds to a variety of causes. 100% of the price of the Charity Pot body lotion benefits humanitarian, environmental, and animal rights causes locally and around the world. Proceeds from the FUN soaps go to the Lush FunD, an organization that creates safe play areas for children in Japan.

Photo: lushusa.com