Our Expert Panel is made up of some seriously incredible humans: from naturopaths, nutritionists and low-tox experts to sustainability advocates, beauty editors, journalists, ethical fashion experts, podcasters, mothers and more. In other words, they know their stuff… and they know a truly brilliant product when they find one.
Every year, without fail, our judges are completely blown away by the quality, passion, purpose and sheer brilliance behind so many of the products they review.
So, naturally, we went digging through their reviews.
We’ve pulled together 11 of the products that most impressed our Expert Panel in 2026: the ones that had multiple judges waxing lyrical, getting emotional, declaring new favourites and, in one case, questioning how a humble tea towel could possibly be this good.
Here’s what they couldn’t stop raving about.
Punar – Artisan Handwoven Tea Towel
Bronze + Editor’s Choice | Best Handmade / Artisan Product 2026
Who knew a tea towel could inspire this much emotion? Handwoven by women artisans in India using cotton and recycled cotton yarn, Punar’s beautiful everyday essential had three judges singing its praises: for its craftsmanship, its luxurious feel and the story woven into every piece.
Sigourney Cantelo:
“A tea towel has no business being this beautiful, and yet… it has a soft, substantial weight that makes drying up feel almost ceremonial.”
Nina Gbor:
“Using this level of sustainable luxury tea towel… makes me feel I’ve entered an elevated level of my adulthood… Having this in a tea towel has rocked my world!”
Meet the tea towel that stole our experts’ hearts HERE.
Vanessa Megan – Metamorphosis Beyond Rejuvenating Night Cream
Silver | Best Night Cream 2026
Rich, cocooning and apparently smelling good enough to become a perfume… this luxurious night cream had our judges looking forward to their evening skincare ritual.
Emma Freeman:
“The texture is rich and creamy, creating the protective cocoon I look for in a night cream.”
And then there was the scent:
“Sweet and subtle… Vanessa, if you’re reading this, please turn it into a perfume.”
Jess Wraight:
“A standout night cream… The scent profile is stunning.”
According to our judges, one very clear verdict: this is a night cream worth going to bed for.
Discover your next evening skincare favourite HERE.
RŪPAHAUS – Mosie Dress
Gold Winner | Best Sustainable Womenswear 2026
There are clothes you wear, and then there are pieces you feel deeply connected to. The handwoven Mosie Dress was firmly in the latter camp. Our judges loved its craftsmanship and approach to sustainability, but it was the human story behind the garment that really shone through.
Molly Farai:
“It was love at first sight! And then I tried it on and fell in love all over again.”
She went on to describe being able to “see, feel and hear the story and work” that had gone into the handwoven fabric, calling it an honour to become the dress’s custodian for years… or even decades… to come.
Maggie Zhou:
“What a gorgeous dress! RUPAHAUS is an incredibly considered and thoughtful label… the genuine care and love they have for craftsmanship is clear.”
Her verdict?
“There is so much to be impressed by.”
Take a closer look at the much-loved Mosie Dress HERE.
Liv Within – Organic Cotton Yoga Mat
Winner + Editor’s Choice | Best Yoga Mat / Accessory 2026
A plastic-free yoga mat made from handloomed organic cotton and plant dyes? Our judges were already listening. But it was actually practising on it that won them over.
Dustin Brown:
“There’s something special about practising on a mat woven entirely from nature.”
He also praised the integrity behind the business, noting that:
“This one-woman business carries more integrity than a lot of established brands.”
Lauren L Hill:
“The level of thought, care, and attention to detail in this mat inspires me to take those qualities into my own practice.”
Her final verdict?
“Tough to go back to a standard PVC or TPE yoga mat after experiencing this one. Thankfully, now I don’t have to.”
Discover this beautiful yoga mat and read the full reviews HERE.
My Bebe The Label – The Baby Oil
Gold + Editor’s Choice | Best Natural Baby Skincare 2026
This was one of those products where the reviews went far beyond ingredients and performance. Our judges spoke about the beautiful ritual of using the oil with their children, and the little moments of connection it can create between parent and baby.
Olivia Comacchio:
“This was perfect. I used it on both my boys and ended up using it on myself too.”
And perhaps the biggest compliment you can give a skincare product:
“It became a product I looked forward to reaching for, which is the best thing I can say about any skincare.”
Halee Reynolds:
“I think back to early postpartum and how beautiful it would be to use on both my baby and myself.”
Halee described using it as “almost like a ritual” and a beautiful way to connect with your little one while caring for their skin, adding:
“This is the way skincare should be and I really admire this product.”
Explore this little bottle of love and read the full reviews HERE.
Two Dudes – Smoked Cedar Deodorant
Finalist | Best Men’s Personal Care 2026
Natural deodorant doesn’t always inspire poetry. This one apparently does.
Our judges loved the smoky cedar scent, performance and Two Dudes’ genuine commitment to men’s health, but Mason Taylor perhaps summed up the product experience best:
Mason Taylor:
“Sometimes when I’m needing to put shoes on and go to an event I do like the idea of dressing my pits as well as my feet.”
Enough said.
Cole Dickson:
“Truly one of the best smelling natural deodorants I’ve come across.”
So much so that he added:
“I look forward to putting it on in the mornings.”
Cole was equally impressed by the purpose behind the brand, noting that men’s health isn’t simply a marketing angle for Two Dudes: it’s embedded into the way they operate.
See what had our experts looking forward to deodorant HERE.
SAAN Rituals – Chakra Balancing Oil Set
Silver | Best Spiritual Wellness Product 2026
Beautifully formulated and intentionally created around the seven chakras, this collection stood out for the way it turned essential oils into a meaningful daily ritual.
Emma Freeman:
“They’ve helped carry me through some challenging moments over the past month.”
From reaching for the Root Chakra oil for grounding to the Heart Chakra oil during moments of sadness and grief, the set became a tool for emotional support and wellbeing.
Dom Scott:
“Here is your invitation to slow down, reconnect and practise a little self-love!”
Dom was equally taken with the intention behind the set and the way it created “a meaningful self-care ritual around each roller”.
Take a look at this beautiful product and explore the full reviews HERE.
ESHU Skincare – Exfoliator
Finalist | 2026 Best Men’s Skincare
Proof that a skincare review can make us laugh.
ESHU’s Exfoliator impressed our male judges with its ability to give skin a proper exfoliation without feeling overly abrasive, particularly around facial hair.
Mason Taylor:
“My mum used to own a skin care clinic and would get me to exfoliate as the one thing to get her off my back, so it was nice to be back doing some motherly compliance.”
“The ingredients had me complying for myself though,” he added.
Josh Reid Jones:
“As a man with a beard, it can be hard to find an exfoliator that feels like it’s doing anything.”
But this one hit the sweet spot:
“It doesn’t feel like rubbing your face with sand, but is strong enough to notice you’ve exfoliated.”
And Steve Collins agreed, describing it as “a solid, high-quality formula that actually gets the job done”.
Get to know this expert-approved exfoliator HERE.
Sol Cleanse – Organic Wholefood Meal Pack – With Meat
Gold + Editor’s Choice | Best Home Deliveries 2026
This might just be one of the biggest collective raves of the year.
Three judges were seriously impressed by Sol Cleanse’s three-day collection of organic meals, juices and smoothies, particularly by just how delicious nourishing, organic food could be.
Corrine Sultana:
“This meal box was pure excitement to open… The food was next level delicious.”
She also loved the way it made her feel, describing her body as “calmer, well cared for and on the road to healing”.
Emma Freeman:
“Honestly, I can’t get over the value for money this meal pack offers.”
And, most importantly, the food itself:
“Each one tasting as though it had come straight from a five-star kitchen.”
Amy Hughes:
“I felt my gut biodiversity flourish after 3 days with Sol.”
Read the reviews in full HERE.
Gourmet + Green – BYO Gourmet Gift Hamper
Finalist | Best Home Deliveries 2026
Three judges, three very happy hamper recipients.
What impressed them wasn’t simply the beautiful selection of chocolates, teas and treats, but how carefully everything had been curated: right down to ethical sourcing, plastic-free packaging and the brands included inside.
Amy Hughes:
“I loved the plant based chocolate, warming teas and cute snacks that really had that hand-curated feeling.”
She called it:
“A beautiful example of how you can still treat someone, while keeping with their values!”
Emma Freeman:
“It takes all the guesswork out of gift giving, knowing the team has already done the research for you.”
And Corrine Sultana agreed:
“This build your own gift hamper is a wonderful idea… Full of high-quality items and wrapped beautifully.”
A conscious gift that still feels deliciously indulgent? Yes please.
Explore this hamper with heart HERE.
Land Lab – Mother Dose Prenatal Multivitamin
Gold + Editor’s Choice | Best Pregnancy Nutrition 2026
Sometimes it isn’t beautiful packaging or an incredible sensory experience that gets our experts talking: it’s an exceptionally thoughtful formulation.
Our nutrition experts were particularly impressed by Mother Dose’s high dose of choline, iron-free formulation, ginger for nausea and use of Kakadu plum sourced through an Indigenous-led supply chain.
Bel White:
“I really admire the brand’s commitment to supporting Indigenous communities through ethical sourcing.”
Elli Pavel:
“Land Lab sets a very high standard for Mother Dose, and it shows in their beautiful product.”
Elli also loved the inclusion of Kakadu plum, while Natalie K. Douglas praised its versatility and the inclusion of choline and ginger:
“Two things that are often missed in most pregnancy multis.”
Discover the thought behind Mother Dose and read the full reviews HERE.
Discover more of the 2026 Clean + Conscious Awards winners
Of course, these are just 11 of the hundreds of products that seriously impressed our Expert Panel this year.
And that’s one of our favourite things about Awards season: seeing just how much heart, thought and innovation is being poured into products across Australia, New Zealand and beyond. From the humble tea towel that “rocked” Nina’s world to skincare, food, fashion and wellness products our judges didn’t want to stop using… there is so much goodness to celebrate.
Ready to find a new favourite of your own?
Explore all 2026 Clean + Conscious Award Winners and read the full Expert Panel reviews in our Winners Directory.
