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Alternatives to Discontinued Aveda Favorites at Sephora

Aveda’s plant-powered beauty has a special place in our hearts, but when those cherished products get discontinued, it’s time to find new loves. From makeup to haircare, I’ve tracked down alternatives at Sephora that echo Aveda’s natural vibes, shades, and finishes. These picks keep your routine blooming with fresh options, here’s the scoop!

1. Aveda Inner Light Dual Foundation
What It Was: A pressed powder foundation with a natural, buildable finish, loved in shades like “Aster” for its cool-toned neutrality before Aveda phased out most makeup.
Sephora Alternatives:
BareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation in ‘Fairly Light’ ($35, 0.28 oz)
This mineral powder offers a light, natural coverage with a cool beige tone, reminiscent of “Aster”’s effortless look. It’s blendable and skin-friendly.
Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation Powder in ‘Ivory’ ($48, 0.32 oz)
A silky pressed powder with a soft, neutral finish—think Inner Light’s lightweight feel in a chic compact.

2. Aveda Petal Essence Single Eye Color (Select Shades)
What It Was: Creamy, vibrant eyeshadows in shades like “Golden Jasper,” discontinued as Aveda shifted away from makeup, adored for their blendability.
Sephora Alternatives:
Urban Decay Eyeshadow in ‘Sin’ ($22, 0.05 oz)
A shimmery champagne-gold that captures “Golden Jasper”’s warm, radiant glow—perfect for a petal-soft lid.
Tarte Chrome Paint Shadow Pot in ‘Wild at Heart’ ($23, 0.11 oz)
A creamy, golden-taupe shadow with a smooth finish, echoing Aveda’s floral-inspired elegance.

3. Aveda Sap Moss Weightless Hydration Shampoo
What It Was: A sulfate-free shampoo with a woody, earthy scent, retired but missed for its lightweight moisture on dry hair.
Sephora Alternatives:
Briogeo Be Gentle, Be Kind Aloe + Oat Milk Ultra Soothing Shampoo ($28, 12.5 oz)
This gentle, hydrating cleanser keeps hair soft without weight, offering a natural vibe close to Sap Moss.
Verb Ghost Shampoo ($20, 12 oz)
A lightweight, nourishing shampoo with a subtle scent—think Sap Moss’ airy moisture with a modern twist.

4. Aveda Lip Tint in ‘Spiced Tea’
What It Was: A sheer, moisturizing lip color with a warm, spiced nude tone, discontinued from Aveda’s makeup lineup.
Sephora Alternatives:
Fenty Beauty Slip Shine Sheer Shiny Lipstick in ‘Retro Rose’ ($26, 0.12 oz)
A glossy, warm rosy nude that mirrors “Spiced Tea”’s cozy, sheer finish—hydrating and chic.
Clinique Almost Lipstick in ‘Pink Honey’ ($23, 0.06 oz)
A balmy, sheer pink-brown that channels the Lip Tint’s natural, spiced allure.

5. Aveda Clove Color Conditioner
What It Was: A conditioning treatment that enhanced warm brunette tones with a clove-infused formula, phased out over time.
Sephora Alternatives:
Moroccanoil Color Depositing Mask in ‘Cocoa’ ($30, 6.7 oz)
This nourishing mask deposits rich, warm brown tones, reviving hair like Clove Conditioner’s brunette boost.
dpHUE Color Boosting Gloss + Deep Conditioning Treatment in ‘Medium Brown’ ($35, 6.5 oz)
A glossy conditioner that enhances warm browns with a hydrating finish—perfect for that Aveda glow.

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