Carrot & Stick Review

Best best. Carrot & Stick routines take the guesswork out of building a skincare routine. And, you save up to $160. We recommend Day and Night Routine or The Complete Collection. 

If you’re the kind of shopper who carefully reads every label, whether it’s on a bottle of cold pressed green juice or a moisturizer, there’s a good chance you may be switching to natural skincare. Just as everything you put into your body has an impact, so does everything you put on to your skin – and every product we use has an impact on the environment as well. Simply put, ingredients matter. Today’s consumers know this, and are educating themselves about everything that shows up in their skincare products – and asking for more transparency from companies about what exactly is in their products and the packaging.

Whether you’re already a fan of natural skincare or simply want to try it, one of the newest naturally derived skincare brands is Carrot & Stick. The collection offers the best of both worlds meaning it combines plant based ingredients with cutting edge science to formulate skincare products that are effective, but also gentle to the environment. Here’s a closer look.

What is Carrot & Stick?

Years ago it seemed like there were only two options when it came to skincare. Choosing “natural” skincare meant that the products were safe for your skin and the environment, but they came at a price. Effectiveness was often sacrificed for safety and gentleness. Synthetically made skincare was more powerful but could often raise health and environmental concerns. But now consumers don’t have to choose, thanks to brands like Carrot & Stick.

Carrot & Stick takes a tough love approach to skincare, perfectly balancing the gentle nurturing of plants with the powerful results of innovative science. The result? Straightforward, effective skincare that delivers radiant looking skin that is good for you and good for the environment. The collection covers all the basic skincare needs with a moisturizer, serum, face wash, brightening pads and targeted serums to address various skincare concerns.

While Carrot & Stick products all rely on naturally sourced ingredients, what is equally important is what doesn’t go inside the formulas. The brand skips harmful chemicals commonly found in skincare products. The company is also environmentally conscious, and is committed to eliminating known irritants and pollutants that can compromise skin health and contaminate the environment. The packaging is streamlined to help cut down on waste.

What Is the Carrot & Stick Philosophy?

Carrot & Stick combines the best of both worlds, meaning it bridges the gap between nature and science. Its products incorporate the gentle nurturing of plants with the powerful results of innovative science. The result? Skin that looks healthy and radiant skin minus the toxins. Carrot & Stick products are also environmentally friendly.

Who Should Use Carrot & Stick?

Carrot & Stick products are suitable for all ages and all skin types. The brand will appeal to anyone who wants to combine plant based ingredients with cutting edge science for a tough love approach to skincare – where nothing is compromised. Carrot & Stick products are also ideal for consumers who want transparency and openness from their skincare brand, and who are concerned about the environmental consequences of their purchases. The brand has a streamlined collection of products which means it’s easy to build a skincare routine with everything you need for glowing, radiant looking skin.

What Ingredients are in Carrot & Stick Products?

The brand incorporates naturally derived ingredients such as plant proteins and plant-based neuropeptides and cannabis sativa. Other key ingredients include vitamin C, which helps to brighten the skin and fade the look of dark spots; vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps nourish the skin; hydrating hemp seed oil and glycerin, a humectant. Additional ingredients include sea buckthorn oil, which is thought to have anti-inflammatory properties; horse chestnut seed extract and oat kernel extract. Rounding out the ingredients list are proven heavy hitters like this group of AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids)- mandelic and lactic acid- and BHAs (beta hydroxy acids) like salicylic acid. Another key ingredient is hyaluronic acid, which occurs naturally in the body and can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water.

It is also important to highlight what customers won’t find in Carrot & Stick products. The company calls it the “Nix List,” and these unwanted ingredients includes sulfates, parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, triclocarban and synthetic fragrances.

What Does Carrot & Stick Sell?

The Carrot and Stick collection offers the basics plus a few targeted treatments. Here’s a closer look.

The Repair Serum
Apply this anti-aging serum daily to keep skin hydrated and protected from free radical damage. The Repair Serum by Carrot & Stick helps lift, tighten and firm the look of skin thanks to seven plant-based neuropeptides, while synthesized growth factors help keep skin looking radiant. It’s the best anti-aging serum for 30s — and beyond.

The Concentrate
This innovative bi-phase serum combines natural, moisture-rich ingredients with anti-aging ingredients in one replenishing and nourishing formula. Layer-by-layer hydration imparts a light, silky texture with no heavy feel. Plant-derived collagen helps support skin structure while antioxidant-rich extracts help combat the effects of environmental stress, promoting a smooth, luminous complexion.

The Face Oil
This formula contains a next-generation retinoid and potent antioxidants to help reduce visible signs of aging.

The Moisturizer
Carrot & Stick’s moisturizer can be applied in the morning and at night. It delivers a big dose of hydration while also helping to leave the skin looking smooth and bright, thanks to potent plant proteins, vitamins, peptides and amino-collagen. The formula contains an active complex of three naturally derived bio-ferments to support greater nutrient density and more efficient absorption. A caffeine boost helps perk up the skin while five distinct coconut elements help with cell renewal and overall conditioning. The Moisturizer is suitable for all skin types.

The Brightening Pads
One of the easiest ways to give skin a thorough (but gentle) exfoliation is with pre-soaked pads. The Brightening Pads contain a potent blend of salicylic, lactic and mandelic acids to help sweep away dead skin cells, revealing brighter, smoother looking skin. Herbal extracts fight photo damage and keep redness in check. The pads can be used on the face, neck and décolleté.

The Eye Cream
This eye cream tackles a little bit of everything in the eye area, including sagging, dark circles and bags. The Eye Cream is powered by botanicals including Persian silk tree (Albizia julibrissin) which has an anti-glycation effect – meaning it helps tighten and protect the delicate skin around the lids. St. Paul’s wort (Sigesbeckia orientalis) stimulates collagen and elastin to help restore vitality. The Eye Cream can be used day and night.

The Toner
Replenishes skin with potent antioxidants, hydrating hyaluronic acid and myriad plant extracts. By harnessing the antioxidant properties of CoQ10, it supports the production of collagen and elastin, promoting the look of smoother skin.

Is Carrot & Stick Cruelty Free?

Yes, Carrot and Stick is cruelty-free and takes a humane approach to beauty. The company never tests on animals, and does not sell its products in countries that require testing such as in China. Many brands claim to be cruelty-free but if a company’s products are sold in countries where animal testing is required, health authorities in those countries still require and carry out animal testing for certain products.

How Much are Carrot & Stick Products?

Carrot & Stick products are sold individually as well as in a routine.

Carrot & Stick routines take the guesswork out of building a skincare routine. And, you can also save up to $160.

We recommend Day and Night Routine or The Complete Collection. 

Do they offer any coupons for new clients? 

Yes, you can use code DERM20 for 20% off.  You can apply this code during checkout.

Where Are Carrot & Stick Products Sold?

Carrot & Stick products are sold directly to the consumer via its website.