Over the past couple four years, I’ve gradually seen my health transform from slow and sluggish to vibrant and resilient. A lot has gone into this healing journey, from proper labs and medications and doctor appointments to prayer and mindset shifts to the products I use every day.

While each of those changes made an impact, I attribute a big part of it to the clean product swaps I’ve made over time. 

Changing my lifestyle and our home was a gradual process, but early on in my autoimmune diagnoses, I knew it was something I wanted to do. Even before I met Mitch, I knew that I wanted to start protecting my fertility and ditch as many of the hormone-disrupting products as possible. I’ve learned (through experience :)) that perfection isn’t the goal; baby steps and consistency are.

Swapping out everything in my house and makeup drawer at once wasn’t realistic, but bit by bit, I’ve made great strides and have learned a lot along the way. 

Today I’m sharing the top brands and products I love—because I’ve seen an undeniable difference in myself, and if you are curious or in need of some support, I hope these meet you where you’re at. Our tiny decisions accumulate into something much bigger over time.

I hope this encourages you that there are brands and products out there that want our bodies to be well in a world that feels like it’s working against us. You are not alone. Let’s get started:

Primarily Pure Deodorant 

I started using this product in June of 2022. I know, it was bold to try out a natural deodorant in the thick of Texas summer. But that’s exactly what told me this stuff is the real deal. I didn’t get a weird stink or sweat abnormally when I switched to this aluminum-free product. It works—for real. Since then, I’ve become such a fan of the brand and am obsessed with just about everything. From the Antioxidant Balm and Coffee Mask (so rejuvenating!) to their wellness tools like the Gua Sha stone and Dry Brush (I use them every single day without fail), I’ve never been disappointed. If you are looking to try out a product without any toxic ingredients but want it to work, this is a go-to, reliable—not to mention beautifully designed—brand.

Other Primally Pure products I love: Body Wash, Tallow Body Butter, Lip Balm, Non-Toxic Candle

Crunchi Skincare + Makeup

I started using Crunchi products around the same time in 2022. The question with clean beauty products is always—but will it actually work? And I’m delighted to say yes, yes it will. I started with one of these skincare sets to test what products worked best for my skin type. Over the past few years, I’ve tried a very wide smattering from the brand, but if I’m being honest, one product rises to the top: the Tinted Moisturizer. It’s replaced my daily foundation, goes on like a dream, and gives both great coverage and sun protection.  

A few of my other faves: Facial Cleansing Bar, Vitamin C Serum, Daylight Moisturizer, Makeup Removing Balm, Flawless Foundation

Ilia Mascara

Speaking of makeup that actually works, this is the best clean mascara I’ve found. It works just as well as the drugstore stuff I used to use, and it makes me feel so much better that I’m not putting toxins right near my eyeballs. 

Taylor Dukes Wellness Anything

This is one of the first brands I’ve found where I love everything from top to bottom and have seen noticeable results with every single thing. Plus, it’s hard to beat the heart behind the company—the founder, Taylor Dukes, overcame brain cancer and has since created a rapidly growing line of clean products. She’s created the first protein powder I’ve ever liked (it froths up miraculously), I drink the electrolytes every day and feel noticeably dehydrated if I skip them, the Magnesium has changed my sleep, gut health, and cycle, and the Hot Chocolate is just fun (and free of additives and junk!). If you try anything, make sure to claim your $10 gift here!

Other favorites: the Mineral Salt, Omega, Inflammation Support (in place of Advil), Detox Bath Salt (has stopped my past viruses dead in their tracks)

Use this link to score $10 off your first order! 

Magic Mind Mental Performance Shots

I first tried Magic Mind when Mitch and I were engaged in 2023, and they have been one of my favorite (and most influential) finds since then. These clean mental performance shots cut through my brain fog (the first thing I’ve found that actually works) and help me focus when I need a little boost. A cleaner, smarter, savvier productivity partner. They taste like pineapple and agave and bring a big surge of clarity when I’m feeling foggy.

Use this code for $40 off your first order—and let me know what you think! I recently got this text from a friend that made me smile so big:

What products help you feel your best? What do I need to try? Drop a comment below to add to my list! 

xo AR

Post Scripts 

— A deep dive on my Magic Mind experience

— My protein coffee recipe (with the TDW protein, of course)

— At the end of the day, this is the best medicine—

— A case for homemade salad dressing

— This nail polish (also non-toxic!) has been blessing my socks off this winter (it’s the little luxuries in life, isn’t it?!).