High-quality, vegan body care products don’t just come from the US. They’re made all over the world! The UK has cornered a big part of the market with a growing number of 100 percent plant-based companies.
We just love luxury here at Vegetarian Beauty Products, and we’re willing to bet you do, as well. Vegan luxury is the best of all! Berla Beauty offers a bounty of plant-based, cruelty-free body care products, free from parabens and gluten.
Sometimes you want to feel like a supermodel. It doesn’t matter how old you are, or what you look like. You’re gorgeous! You can enhance your natural beauty with KVD’s (formerly Kat von D) ravishing vegan cosmetic line. They have makeup for every skin type, and it’s surprisingly affordable.
Clean makeup is coming on strong these days, due to the tireless efforts of spokespeople like Gwyneth Paltrow. When you experience the excellence of Saie’s products, it’s not difficult to figure out why they’re so popular. Their offerings are lovely, filled with safe, wholesome ingredients, and gentle on the earth and your body.
You want to smell sexy, but you don’t want to sacrifice animals in the process. Sucreabeille has the goods you’re searching for! This luxurious company offers an impressive selection of (mostly) vegan perfumes, as well as other body care products to pamper your every whim.
Buff City Soap creates fresh products each and every day! Sure, they manufacture soap — and lots of it — but they also put out an impressive array of hair, face, and laundry products. They take great pride in the fact that their offerings are made by hand, using ingredients you can pronounce.
Sensitive Planet is all about oils and deodorant! Their excellent products are vegan, plant-based, and yoga-inspired. Many of the company’s offerings feature the scent of samadhi, a secret developed by the ayurvedic yogis of India.
If you’re a mature woman, you can still get your glam on with Boom. And why not? Older women are sexy! Boom is a company developed by model Cindy Joseph. The company’s products are great for women of all ages, but are especially effective for mature skin.
If you like a bit of luxury with your skincare regimen (and who doesn’t, right?) Tata Harper has everything you need. They proudly tout themselves as “not your basic beauty brand”, and they aren’t kidding.
Besame Cosmetics is inspired by the makeup of yesteryear, and they strive to revive bygone eras by creating their own versions of the classics. Their crimson cream rouge is reminiscent of 1938, and their Chocolate Kiss lipstick recalls the shades of 1970.
Wow, are we ever glad we discovered Concrete Minerals! They claim to be made with love and pixie dust, and we’re inclined to believe them. Not only are all of their cosmetics 100% vegan, but they’re also gluten-free and sensational!
If you are as concerned about your carbon footprint as you are about animal welfare, you’ll love the Silver Falls Sustainability Company! They utilize as little packaging as possible, and do not use plastic of any kind.
There’s nothing quite like an all-vegan, organic line. You can order every item on their website with complete confidence, knowing that everything is manufactured without causing any harm to animals, and without using any part of them whatsoever.
If you’re willing to spend extra cash for some serious pampering, you’ll love LXMI’s luxurious vegan body care products. Their tagline is “ultra clean skincare”, and they do their utmost to deliver on that promise.
With so many excellent vegan cosmetic companies on the market, there is no excuse for animals to suffer for the manufacture of a tube of lipstick or an eyeshadow palette. Fortunately, Gabriel Cosmetics has the same philosophy that we do.
If you love vegan body care products (and most of us do, especially those who are fans of our website), you’re probably concerned about the earth, as well. Habitat Botanicals shares your concerns, and they proudly identify as a Zero Waste company. This means that they use minimal packaging, and are constantly striving to eliminate non-biodegradable containers from their repertoire. The owners are presently at work to perfect the only fully compostable bottle in the cosmetics industry, and have a goal of achieving 100% compostable packaging in the near future.
If you’d like a bit of witchery and sensuality with your vegetarian body care regimen, you’ll love the products that Spirit Nest has to offer. This cruelty-free outfit offers a wide variety of items to enhance your beauty, as well as an assortment of spiritual products like artificial leather handbags embossed with astrological symbols, smudge bundles for your altar, vegan boots, etc. Most of the products are vegan, with the exception of a few that contain honey and/or beeswax. We’re delighted by this fun company, and are confident you’ll like it, as well.
Beauty isn’t a matter of size or age — it’s all about how you feel. You’ll feel like a goddess when you use Lime Crime’s sensational, vegan cosmetics! Every one of their products is completely vegan and cruelty free. This means that Lime Crime uses no carmine (crushed-up beetles), lanolin (derived from sheep’s wool), beeswax, or whey. The company is certified by both Leaping Bunny and PETA. They are truly passionate about protecting animals while creating high-quality products to enhance their customers’ well-being
So….you want to purchase products from a vegan, cruelty-free cosmetics line, and you also care about such issues as female homelessness, domestic abuse, and cancer. Thrive feels the same way, so they donate a significant portion of their profits, as well as products, to causes that address these pressing issues. They work with non-profits across the US, matching every customer’s purchase with either money or products. Thrive believes in women’s empowerment, and they really walk their talk.
We recently discovered Nature Inspired Botanics at our local supermarket, and were thrilled to discover that their affordable body care products are cruelty-free and mostly vegan! A few of them contain beeswax, but their vegan items are clearly labeled. This UK-based line is available in stores across the US, as well as through mail order. Their offerings are formulated with plant extracts, as well as natural, organic ingredients. The company has existed since 1995, creating products to suit their customers’ every whim and need.
Vegan cosmetics have been coming on strong during the past few years, and we’re delighted by the trend. There’s no reason why looking gorgeous should come at the expense of animals. Color the World impresses us with its socially conscious approach to product design and marketing. The CEOs donate a significant amount of their profits to international charities. Color the World has pioneered a line targeted specifically towards the unique skin properties of older women. And all of their products are vegan and cruelty-free!
Sometimes, you just want to get your glam on. However, you don’t want animals to suffer for your glamor. Many cosmetic companies claim to be cruelty-free, but use carmine, which is derived from crushed beetles. Jeffree Star knows how to create luscious products without ANY needless animal (including insect) suffering. This all-vegan company has created a cosmetic line that will make you feel gorgeous and virtuous at the same time. Their products are manufactured to the highest standards, and you’ll feel great, knowing you’re doing your part for the earth and its inhabitants.
Beauty Without Cruelty has serious staying power. This vegan, cruelty-free company began in the UK, and has existed for over 50 years! BWC has been US-based since 1989. Founded in 1963 by the trustees of the BWC charitable trust (an animal welfare organization), the company manufactures a huge variety of body care and cosmetic products, from shampoo to lip gloss. It’s certified by the Vegan Society, so vegans can use every item with confidence. Vegetarians will love this outfit, as well!
When you want to feel glamorous on a budget, you can feel confident and pretty with Aromi’s all-vegan cosmetics! This hand-crafted, natural, cruelty-free line is certified by both PETA and Leaping Bunny. The independently owned, Minneapolis based company does not sell or ship products to countries that require animal testing. They really walk their talk, and we’re glad!
You want to look beautiful, but you don’t want to harm animals in the process. In your search for ethical products, you may have come across the Tarte Cosmetics line. The company claims to be cruelty-free, and offers many vegan products, but there are several discrepancies between their claims and their implementation.
The Pinrose company is a dream come true for folks who love quality perfume, but don’t want to harm animals in the process. This all-vegan, cruelty-free outfit claims to offer “fresh scents for clever devils”, and they make good on their promise. They create some of the purest, freshest scents money can buy.
There is a fair amount of confusion as to whether Stila is cruelty-free or not. In large part that is because several years ago Stila, which had been cruelty-free, stopped being cruelty-free, as they were selling in China, which requires animal testing of products imported into China – to be clear, China does the testing on animals once the finished product arrives in China. They also have been known to pull an imported product from a shelf and test it – again, on animals.
Sometimes a product line comes along that is so luxurious, you want to buy everything on their website. Sibu is one such company. All of their products are vegan, with the sole exception of their healing balm stick, which contains beeswax. The founders, Bruce and Jean McMullin, traveled extensively in India and discovered the sea buckthorn berry, otherwise known as the “Holy Fruit of the Himalayas.” The plant grows wild at 12,000 ft elevations, due to the rich soil and low oxygen levels. Its bright-orange berries captivated the founders, due to the berries’ medicinal properties and ability to address a host of conditions/ailments.
You may have seen these companies’ products on your shelves for years, or they might be completely new to you. Either way, our small list of 100% vegan body care lines is sure to impress. You can purchase items from any of these companies, knowing that you’re helping to support ethical treatment of animals. Many ingredients are organic, some are locally sourced, and several of the companies give back generously to their communities.
Get ready to be wowed, and wow others in the process. Inika Organics is a luxurious all-vegan line that will enhance your glow and allow you to shine, all while preserving the sanctity of your animal friends. Inika is an Australian-owned, cruelty-free, certified organic line. They never use harmful chemicals or fillers, and have been awarded one of the world’s highest safety ratings by the EWG (Environmental Working Group) and the Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database.
Hourglass Cosmetics talks a good game. On their website, www.hourglasscosmetics.com, they tout their products as being all vegetarian and/or vegan. They assert that their offerings are cruelty-free, and mention this on the site, as well. In fact, Hourglass received special certification from PETA, claiming that their company neither tests on animals nor authorizes any third parties to do so on their behalf.
Pacifica Body Care Products are 100 percent vegan, cruelty-free, and made with the highest standards of quality. Truly a premium line.
Lippy Girl Makeup was founded on the goal to produce professional-grade cosmetics that are organic, vegetarian and cruelty-free. Their cosmetics are also free of nasty chemicals commonly found in other commercial products. Lippy Girl primarily offers lipsticks and blushes. They recently released their line of vegan lipsticks: Vegocentric Organic Vegan Lipstick.
It’s time for holiday parties! What special look do you want to create this year? It’s amazing how many vegan beauty products are available today. Year after year, more brands come onto the market and their offerings are often absolutely fantastic. So, you won’t have a problem finding glitter for your face or eyes, or that perfect red lipstick or smoky shadow.
It’s that time of year when pumpkin everything is everywhere, and we love it! As we’re buying our first vegan pumpkin spice nog of the season and making homemade vegan pumpkin spice lattes, we’re dreaming of decadent cruelty-free beauty products!
We just found out about Red Apple Lipstick vegan beauty products and we’re glad we did. These cruelty-free products include more than just lipstick choices. They offer women a range of eye shadows, lip glosses, mascaras, and eye liners for a complete vegan beauty kit.
Tarte cosmetics began with one woman’s quest for vegan beauty products that were made with pure ingredients. Tarte owner and CEO, Maureen Kelly, wanted to find makeup that was gorgeous and effective, but that didn’t contain yucky, unhealthy ingredients.
She searched many department stores and found a few vegan makeup offering clean products, but she was disappointed in the not-very-luxurious packaging of these items. She, like many other women, want their entire beauty experience to be beautiful, and she didn’t want to have to hide her makeup.
We previously told you about a few of our favorite inexpensive cruelty-free products, but we thought you’d love even more.
For cheap beauty products that are also vegan, you might want to consider the following items that are less then $10.
We don’t want to let a budget stop you from getting your hands on vegan beauty products, so we put together a list of some amazing cruelty-free concealers and eyeshadows that will cost you less than $10 each.
The products on our list do not contain any animal ingredients and they’re not made using animal testing. The companies that manufacture these cruelty-free products are able to make a commitment to animals’ rights while keeping prices reasonable. We think that more brands should do this. It’s horrible to hear about the dozens of makeup companies that are still testing on animals and using parts of their bodies in beauty products, especially when we know there is another way.
If you’re looking for a vegan eyeshadow palette that offers colors for every occasion, and for every time of day, check out Urban Decay’s Urban Eyeshadow Vault. This eyeshadow kit will set you back about $245, but it’s worth it if you love makeup and will put it to daily, and nightly use. This eyeshadow box is also perfect for makeup artists, so consider the investment if you want to offer your clients a cruelty-free shadow option.
How would you like to receive a box of beautiful, luxurious, vegan and cruelty-free beauty products on a regular basis? All products would be vetted for quality and ethical manufacturing. And, they would be some of the hottest, prettiest, and most nourishing products that you and your skin would ever see?
This can be your reality when you sign up for a Petit Vour Beauty Box subscription. Want to know more? We thought you would.
Many people turn to e.l.f. (which stands for eyes, lips, face) cosmetics for natural, cruelty-free beauty. The brand is wildly popular with those who want brilliantly colored products for the eyes, face, and lips at a cheap price point. And, it’s a go-to company for vegans looking for high-end, effective skin care products for a bargain.
If you haven’t used e.l.f. cosmetics yet, read on to find out more about this top vegan beauty brand and then pick a few products to try. We think you’ll love what you find and how your skin looks, and feels, when wearing e.l.f.
It’s a good day today! We found another company selling products that are good to animals and good for people. You probably know already that we’re all about pushing skin and body care products that are vegan and cruelty free. But, you may not know that we take great effort to find products that don’t cause harm to anyone, including humans. This is why we wholeheartedly support natural cosmetics and beauty companies like Honeybee Gardens.
Honeybee Gardens provides makeup, lip care, toner, powder, soap, and even beauty tools that are safe for animals and for people. They’re made with natural, plant-based ingredients that are PETA certified and easy to pronounce.
All Honeybee Gardens products have bean reviewed by the Environmental Working Group and have a score of 2 or lower. Honeybee Gardens is Feingold certified as well. This company is one that we think you might want to check out for all of your daily beauty needs.
If you’re looking for a cruelty-free beauty brand that offers a full line of products for everyday use, we suggest you turn to Mineral Fusion. Mineral Fusion is a Denver, Colorado company that has sold vegan makeup and skin care items since 2007. It’s the #1 natural cosmetic company in the United States, offering products that improve your skin’s appearance and health.
We love finding vegan skin care lines that also contain nourishing natural ingredients. So, when we came across the Carol’s Daughter line, we were thrilled. Carol’s Daughter is a cruelty-free skin care company that’s known for it’s plant-based natural beauty products. It’s been producing good-for-you beauty items for more than 20 years, giving consumers high-quality options for skin, body, and hair.
Pacifica Beauty products are exactly what they’re advertised to be. All about beauty. They’re beautiful, cruelty-free products that are some of our favorites because they dispel the myth that natural, vegan products are by nature boring and simply utilitarian.
The Pacifica Beauty line is one of our favorites because it offers amazing vegan beauty products that are beautiful themselves. From the colors of the line’s and eye shadows to the product’s packaging, Pacifica Beauty creates a stunning aesthetic that anyone, vegan or not, will surely go crazy over.
Have you heard about 100% Pure? We hadn’t, but we stumbled across this vegan beauty company online and it seems like everyone else knows about it. 100% Pure is a cruelty-free cosmetics brand that’s been featured in top magazines like Cosmopolitan, Allure, Seventeen, and In Style. Dr. Oz’s The Good Life has raved about 100% Pure too, so we thought we’d check out their line a bit more.
It’s that time again. Thoughts and activities are turning from summer fun to fall festivals, which means Halloween costumes and makeup may be on your mind. If you’re dreaming about dressing up as something bright, colorful, quirky, or chameleon-like for Halloween, we want you to have the vegan makeup you need. We’ve put together a guide to the top vegan and cruelty-free Halloween makeup products, so that you can cover your face without dealing with a potential cover-up of animal ingredients.
Kids need baths. Lots of them. With each kids’ hair and bath product that you buy for their cleaning routines (and there will likely be tons of them in your child’s lifetime), you have the opportunity to support companies that are making good ingredient decisions and are going cruelty-free.
We’ve put together a list of some of the top cruelty-free kids’ hair and bath products, so that you can opt for kind versions of shampoos, sunscreens, lotions, and even skin wipes.
It’s not often that a cosmetic brand comes along that can check-off about every criteria on the list of “Perfect Cosmetic Companies,” but Concrete Minerals Cosmetics does it: 100% vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, made in the USA, preservative free and filler free. And they where recently Leaping Bunny certified. Almost sounds too good, to be true, right?
Anyone who says you compromise luxury when you only use vegan and cruelty-free beauty products has clearly never heard of Mullein & Sparrow luxury vegan and cruelty-free beauty products. Mullein & Sparrow is a Brooklyn-based skin, body and hair care company that makes small batches of high quality products with high quality ingredients.
Treating textured hair can be a challenge if you’re looking for a specially formulated product that is also cruelty free, vegan and free of harmful chemicals. Bye Bye Parabens is your answer because, not only is it specially formulated for African American, textured and chemically treated, but it is free of nasty chemicals such as parabens and sulfates. And of course, it is vegan and cruelty free.
If we gave our dream list for a beauty product it would be: vegan, cruelty-free, no sulfates, no dyes, no paraben, no propylene glycol, no artificial preservatives or any other chemicals. Sound to good to be true? It’s not. DermOrganic vegan and cruely free hair and skin care is all of the above.
Now that Tarte Cosmetics is no longer a cruelty free company, many former Tarte cosmetic users are jumping to Too Faced vegetarian and cruelty-free cosmetics. Too Faced was founded by husbands Jerrod Blandino and Jeremy Johnson, 15 years ago. Both men got their start in the cosmetic and fashion industry, before coming together to create Too Faced, so named for Jerrod’s pet name for the women who would go from sweet to stressed whenever he was out of their favorite makeup product.
Tarte vegetarian and cruelty-free cosmetics is no longer cruelty-free after selling out to Kose Cosmetics. Hi, all of you cruelty-free fashionistas, Jess here. I’m a contributing writer to Vegetarian Beauty Products and I’m here because I’m upset. No, I’m furious. Tarte, one of our favorite cosmetic brands to review, has sold out to a bigger company, Kose comsetics, who still tests on animals. They then had the nerve to insult its consumers by trying to distance themselves from their new parent company by saying that Tarte will remain cruelty-free, as if consumers can’t figure out that, any dollars that go to Tarte, will ultimately end up in the hands of animal-testing Kose.
Lip balms and salves in tins are convenient to slide into the smallest of handbags, and a popular way to keep your lips hydrated and healthy, especially during cold winter months. But many of the most popular products on the market are made with beeswax or petroleum, which are neither vegan or healthy. Here are our favorite options that are moisturizing, while being free of chemicals and cruelty:
Valentine’s Day is soon upon us, and we love choosing nail polish for this occasion for several reasons. For starters, we love showcasing nail polish that is vegan and cruelty-free. We also love featuring nail polish that is void of all of those nasty chemicals, like formaldehyde, that is present in most commercial nail polish brands. Here are top 5 favorite vegan and cruelty free nail polishes to get you looking gorgeous for Valentine’s Day.
Who doesn’t love to add a little sparkle to their New Year’s celebration look? Whether you’re adding a shiny shadow, a glimmery blush, or a sparkly lip gloss, a little shine is fun and festive. To keep your glamorous look kind and compassionate, we pulled together our top 5 sparkly vegan and cruelty-free products for New Years festivities.
Hello! Jessica here – one of the contributers to Vegetarian Beauty Products. Last week we brought you Our 5 Favorite Cruelty-Free and Vegan Beauty Tools, one of which is the Bright Eyed & Beautified Eye Enhancing Tool by Tarte Cosmetics. I was so excited when I read about it, that I decided to give it a try.
We love a company that is fun and colorful, in addition to being ethical, and boy does Rockeresque deliver. If you’re looking for bright pinks, deep purples, eye-popping oranges and electric blues, this is the cosmetic line for you. Rockeresque was founded in 2011, by founders who were looking to start a cosmetic line that is intentionally vegan and cruelty-free. Additionally, they offer “cosmetic education,” which helps to educate consumers, via website articles, about exactly what they are putting on their faces.
We recently wrote about how the Petit Vours Vegan and Cruelty-Free Subscription Makeup Box would be the perfect holiday gift for the vegan fashionista in your life. We found another excellent subscription box that, like Petit Vour, is vegan and cruelty-free, but is more focused on bath and body products; Level Naturals.
The holidays are here and many of us will be attending holiday office parties, and other seasonal shindigs. Now is the time to plan your holiday look to punch up your festive frocks. Here are 5 of our favorite vegan and cruelty-free beauty products to achieve some of 2013’s hottest winter holiday makeup trends.
Everyone is buzzing about L’Oreal Paris Age Perfect Hydra-Nutrition Glow Renewal Facial Oil, but no matter how good it is, it is still L’Oreal, which is owned by Estee Lauder; the most evil cosmetic company in the world. In light of facial oils growing in popularity, we thought we’d put together out top 5 picks for vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products.
Shopping for someone who is committed to a vegan and cruelty-free lifestyle, if it’s not a lifestyle that you live, or if it’s for someone who seems to have everything, can be difficult. Enter the Petit Vour box: a monthly box subscription of curated vegan and cruelty-free beauty products. The owner of Petit Vour, Madeline Alcott, is a vegan and self-described beauty enthusiast. She created Petit Vour after her own frustrating journey trying to find luxury beauty products that were both vegan and cruelty-free.
Matte lipstick has become big for fall and winter, with its popularity exploding as the buzz from beauty editors, beauty bloggers and makeup lovers escalated. Unlike the matte formulas from the 90s, which often left lips dry and dull, these new and improved formulas are creamier, giving lips a look that is classic, but fresh. Here are five of our favorite matte lipsticks that are also vegan and cruelty-free.
Often in our quest to find vegan and cruelty-free beauty products, we forget that the simplest ingredients and products work wonderfully to keep us looking our best. We spend so much time looking for products with the most natural and minimal ingredients, it’s easy to forget that these products are often in our own pantries. Here are a few of our favorite beauty tips and tricks that are kind to animals, and your bank account.
We love The Orange Owl cruelty-free and completely vegan beauty product line, and not just because of the cute name. We also love it because founder Akshata Nayak started the company with being kind to animals and the environment in mind. Akshata practices what she preaches, literally. She currently owns a holistic health practice with her husband in Vermont.
As we say “goodbye” to summer and “hello” to fall, something will be greeting us in addition to soy pumpkin lattes, hoodies, and bonfires: dry skin. Sadly, problem aeas such as ankles can get even more overlooked as it’s easier to stop paying as much attention to them when we trade our sandals for boots.
We often come across vegan and cruelty-free beauty products that are done so as an afterthought, or even inadvertently. “Vegan by accident” as many know it. That is why we love finding companies who wear their “vegan and cruelty-free” badge proudly on their sleeves, like Antho organic, vegan and eco-friendly beauty products. Antho has an entire pae of their website dedicated to education of vegan and cruelty-free beauty products, and what it means to truly be both.
We’ve all been there, halfway through our work day we take a look in the bathroom mirror and realize that our eyeliner has slid down under our eyes, or we look a little tired from pulling an all-nighter the night before. Here are 5, must-have, cruelty-free and vegetarian beauty products to keep in your desk.
We love NYX cosmetics for exactly two reasons: They’re products are inexpensive and they’re vegetarian and cruelty-free. Ok, that was technically three. But there is no doubt about it, NYX is right up our alley. The makeup community echoes our sentiment, as the company has a rabid fanbase across multiple sites such as Pinterest, Makeup Alley, and YouTube.
Jack Black Authentic and Original fills a much needed gap in the area of compassionate personal care products for men. It seems like, when it comes to compassionate personal hygiene and grooming products that are both cruelty free and vegan, men get the short end of the stick. Don’t manufacturers realize that there are plenty of men who want cruelty-free skin and hair products? Jack Black (no, not that Jack Black) men’s grooming products recognized the need for this type of product and have fulfilled the need with a comprehensive line of products for every need.
Part of the fun of living a green clean life is learning how to make beauty products for yourself. This is why we love “Make Your Place” by Raleigh Briggs. Briggs has compiled one of the sweetest little DIY health and beauty books that we have seen in ages. Each page is in clear handwriting and explains the basics of making salves, tinctures and balms in such an easy and straightforward way. She gives a basic guide to essential oils that makes what can often seem an overwhelming world of oils, a simple and straightforward adventure into fun!
One of the best ways to ensure that your health products are vegetarian and cruelty-free is to make your own! DIY cosmetics are a great way to not only feel confident that you are putting nothing but the best and most ethical cosmetics on your face, but they can save you a ton of money! Here are some of our favorite homemade cosmetics.
Is cruelty-free Christmas shopping at the top of your “to do” list? Holiday shopping for the compassionate consumer is easier than ever, as compassionate companies produce holiday specific items, and smaller items that are perfect for popping in the stocking of your favorite animal lover.
If you know a vegan who has everything, or seems to want for nothing, the Vegan Conscious Box by the Vegan Zombie may be just the thing for them this holiday season! The Vegan Conscious Box is the perfect way to ensure that you are getting the best products that are in line with their, and your, values.
Tired of brittle, flyaway hair that come with dry winter months? Herbal Choice Mari hair styling products are a cruelty-free way to tame those flyaways without damaging your hair, the environment, or any animals!
Cold winter months are bringing dry, chapped lips and we are so thankful for great vegan lipcare products like Hurraw! Balm. All of Hurraw! Balm’s lip balms are made with raw, organic, fair trade ingredients – in practical oval tubes so that the tube won’t pop out of your jean pockets!
Karen’s Botanicals offers a comprehensive line of vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products that are full of beneficial ingredients aimed at repairing and maintaining skin. Certified by PETA as a “Cruelty Free Company,” Karen’s Botanicals are developed and tested on willing friends and families. Karen asserts that there is simply no need, or place, for animal testing in skin care products, and that wonderful products can be made with materials that have been used for thousands of years.
Soulstice nail polish is a rare gem in that it comes, not from a company that focuses on making cosmetics, but rather an actual day spa. Nestled in Santa Rosa, CA, in wine country, Soulstice Spa mainly focuses on treating their clients to relaxing services such as massage therapy and bodycare, but they have also focused on healthy beauty items.
Finding vegan and cruelty-free body fragrance can be difficult because fragrances often contain animal parts, such as anal sacs. On top of that, harsh ingredients, such as phthalates, petroleum and acetone are commonly found in commercial fragrances. That is what drove A Perfume Organic creator Amanda Walker to create a perfume that is organic, vegan and cruelty-free. She has quickly gained the attention of the beauty world by creating 100% organic fragrances in ecological packaging, which is unusual in the fragrance world.
One look at the ingredients in Apivita vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products is enough to want to start ordering their products via their website right away. Founded in 1979, Apivita got its start in Greece when two married pharmacists, Nikos and Niki Koutsianas, turned their passion for nature into a natural cosmetics company. Before long, the Koutsianas’ saw their cosmetics spread to other countries, including Sweden, Romania, Japan, Belgium, Australia, Hong Kong, Spain and the Netherlands.
Laundry detergent is not a tool commonly considered in one’s arsenal of beauty products, but as a product that frequently comes in contact with your skin, it should be! One of the biggest reasons that people opt for vegan, cruelty-free beauty products, in addition to their concern for animals, is because these products tend to be safe to use and are gentle to the skin and body. Those who suffer from skin that reacts to the chemicals commonly found in beauty and personal hygiene products have to be vigilant in making sure that the products with which they come in contact contain no phosphates, preservatives, artificial dyes or fragrances.
When a baby is born with food sensitivities and eczema, what is a parent to do? Well for the founders of Divinity Veganatural cruelty-free and vegan beauty products, the answer was to start a business! Making their daughter what is now their signature balm, Babylove balm, the couple launched their new company in 2003 with the goal to make “compassionately crafted body care remedies.” Their products are aimed to cure topical ailments for all, from baby to grandparents.
When we say we scour the Internet for vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products, we mean it. We spend hours looking for the perfect company to feature. Why does it take so long? Well for starters, you’d be surprised how many companies don’t make the cut. It happens daily: we find a new company that sounds promising, start checking out their products, and then find some infraction that means we have to send them packing. The worst part is, many of these issues are because of mere website wording, or lack thereof.
Deep Steep vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products are the answer to those who want ethical beauty products without compromising luxury. In fact, Deep Steep maintains that their vision includes two main concepts: luxury and integrity. That sounds like a winning combination! Deep Steep was founded in 2002 and offers their luxurious products in five scents, all custom blended, with organic essential oils.
With a motto like, “Be green. Be healthy. Be happy. Be beautiful inside and out,” Emani vegan and cruelty-free beauty products are an eco-conscious makeup-lover’s dream! Certified vegan and cruelty free by PETA, Emani states that they believe that neither animals or our environment should be sacrificed for the purpose of beauty. They also have a philosophy of staying green and clean, which is reflected both in the lack of nasty chemicals and other unnatural ingredients in their products, as well as the use of 100% recycled paper packaging and 100% biodegradable, soy-based ink.
The All Natural Face vegan and cruelty-free beauty products were made for those with sensitive skin who find that conventional makeup irritates their skin. The folks at All Natural Face are one of the few companies who really gets the fact that what we put on our skin, is detrimental to our internal health. Pointing out that our bodies absorb 65% of the chemicals applied to our skin, The All Natural Face products all contain clean ingredients; meaning natural cosmetic products that are naturally occurring and not chemically manufactured.
Normally we do not review vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty product lines that are not attached to an official website because we know how much you all love to research these companies yourself! Well in this rare instance, we are going to make an exception because this company, The Dream Products, is such a great little hidden gem, that we felt it too wonderful to not share.
Did you know that more than 500 beauty products sold in the U.S. contain ingredients banned for use in cosmetics in Japan, Canada or the European Union? How about that 61% of lipstick brands tested in the U.S. contain lead residue? And if you thought you had the the power of information on your side when reading ingredient labels, think again. Federal law permits beauty companies to omit certain ingredients from labels, including any ingredients considered a “trade secret.”
We love finding small businesses that make vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products. Supporting small businesses is important to us because they know the importance of honoring their ethical commitments to their customers. They understand that this is how they keep their customers! Yummy Suds vegetarian and beauty products is one such company that exemplifies this philosophy.
We happened upon Petal Fresh Organics vegan and cruelty-free beauty products by accident. We were at a discount store and were shocked to see a shampoo and conditioner set donning the PETA “cruelty free and vegan” logo. We were also admittedly slightly suspicious over its $3.99/bottle price tag. While we love our organic beauty products, the common downside is that they are often pricier since the ingredients are high quality and made in smaller batches.
Half of being beautiful, if not more, is being healthy. Vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products like cosmetics and perfume can only take you so far; having healthy and beautiful skin and hair is just as important, if not more so. Keeping the skin beautiful, and healing it when facing maladies such as sunburns and bug bites, is part of what Elemental Herbs does best. Where many products of this type incorporate harsh ingredients like petroleum. Elemental Herbs makes products that have the desired effects of petroleum-based products, such as locking in moisture, without the negative side-effects.
Every week we bring you a handful of beauty companies who are vegan and cruelty-free, and most of these companies proudly proclaim the fact that they are free of the same harsh ingredients that are found in mainstream cosmetics. But what are these ingredients? They have such long, confusing names that do sound scary, but are they as bad as they sound? Is it an advantage to use beauty products that are free of these chemicals?
Manic Panic vegan and cruelty-free hair dye is an iconic product that dominated the New York punk scene long before it became a regular staple at the likes of Hot Topic, Spencer’s Gifts and Sally’s Beauty Supply. In 1977, Bronx-born sisters Tish and Snooky opened their punk-style boutique in New York City. While the store initially had a cult-following by the first generation punk scene, by the 1990s it was hitting the mainstream fashion scene.
When seeking out cruelty-free, vegan makeup, many wouldn’t even think of theatrical or costume makeup. It is certainly not the type of makeup that most need to wear on a regular basis, but safe costume makeup is important to consider because most theatrical cosmetics contain damaging, harsh ingredients that are known to be widely tested on animals. Lead and parabens are among the nasty chemicals commonly found in stage makeup that cause rashes, breakouts, redness and dry, itchy skin.
We especially love supporting small businesses that create cruelty-free, vegan beauty products. While there are many cruelty-free, vegan beauty companies that have successfully transitioned from small company, to large, mass-distributed, operations, we often see it go bad. The Body Shop proved as much when they decided to sell themselves to infamous animal-testing company, L’Oreal.
Synthesis 345 vegan and cruelty-free beauty products begins with the promise “to nurture every ‘body’ with the purest of care”. To that end, the company has an impressive product line that is as safe as it gets, and fulfills on its promise by using the highest-quality, natural ingredients, and shunning the harmful chemicals often found in beauty products.
We knew when we saw that Brown Earth natural and organic vegan and cruelty-free skin products was certified by the Vegan Society that they took their commitment to animals seriously. The only way to get that certification is to be completely free of animal ingredients and animal testing, and Brown Earth is clearly proud that they are free of both!
There are plenty of products out there that bear different certifications from varying certifying agencies, but what does all of this mean? Like the terms “vegetarian” and “vegan,” it is largely open to interpretation and personal standards. That is why, ultimately, it is up to you as the consumer to empower yourself with the knowledge of the different ingredients commonly used in beauty products, and their implications in the world of animal welfare. Where one person does not consider honey to be an animal byproduct, someone else does and would never use it.
Vivisection is a term that make many shudder, even if they do not know what it means. Vivisection is technically defined as procedures, such as surgical (minor and major) that are performed on living beings, for the purpose of performing experiments. While vivisection, or animal testing, is conducted for many purposes, such as medical procedures and pharmaceuticals, we will be focusing on the use of animal testing in personal care items, such as cosmetics, hygiene products and other general beauty products.
As the demand for cruelty-free products became more prevalent, there came an emerging need to create a consistent set of standards by which to measure if a product was in fact truly cruelty free (and we hasten to add that “cruelty free” does not necessarily mean vegan, or even vegetarian, but more on that later). In response to this need for organized standards, eight national animal welfare groups formed an alliance: the American Anti-Vivisection Society, the Animal Alliance of Canada, Beauty Without Cruelty, the Doris Day Animal League, the Humane Society of Canada, the Humane Society of the United States, the MSPCA Center for Laboratory Animal Welfare and the New England Ant-Vivisection Society.
We write a lot about cruelty-free, vegan and vegetarian certifications when reviewing different beauty products. There are certainly plenty of certifying agencies out there, each one using different factors in determining who gets certified by them, and who doesn’t. While there are many certifying agencies that are well-known both internationally, and nationally, such as the Leaping Bunny program, and PETA’s well known list of cruelty-free companies, each one has standards that vary in strictness.
Tata Harper vegetarian, cruelty-free skincare is certainly making a name for themselves. Having already been featured in Vogue, Marie Claire, Lucky magazine, Harper’s Bazaar Magazine online, Elle Magazine online and many more, this Vermont-based beauty company is doing it right with a simple philosophy: women should look and feel beautiful without compromising their health. Situated on 1,200 acres of farm land, most of the ingredients are grown right there on the farm.
We thought we’d take an opportunity to review some men’s products since we tend to focus so much on products that are mainly intended for women. As tough as vegan, cruelty-free products can be to find for women, they are even tougher to find for men. We were excited to find out about the Herban Cowboy company, devoted to vegan, cruelty-free products for men. Founders Luke and Lisa started the Herban Cowboy on just a few thousand dollars, working out of their log cabin on a dirt road. The entire line was created in their kitchen, with Luke and Lisa both bottling the products by hand.
What makes Lilywhite Organics vegan beauty products different from the rest is that, where others use water, they use 100% aloe vera juice. Aloe vera juice is excellent for the skin, with many benefits including reducing wound healing time, reducing inflammation and stimulating growth of new tissue. Additionally Lilywhite Organics points out that, unlike water, aloe has over 75 vitamins and nutrients.
Suds! vegetarian, cruelty-free bath and body beauty products were created from the founder’s realization that, while she ate healthfully, it didn’t matter if she was using beauty products that were full of chemicals. Armed with a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering, the founder started Suds! with a commitment to products that are free of nasty detergents and artificial preservatives, colors and fragrances. Instead, Suds! vegetarian, cruelty-free bath and body beauty products contain moisturizing oils and butters, essential oils and natural colors and fragrances.
Much of the appeal of only using vegan and cruelty-free beauty products is that supporting small business often goes hand-in-hand with this lifestyle. Rather than buying beauty products containing nasty chemicals from big box stores, there is a sense of accomplishment in buying beauty products that are both healthy and supporting those who are making an honest living. Well, you will find both of these with Green Girl Basics vegetarian and cruelty-free beauty products.
ZuZu Luxe vegan and cruelty free cosmetics is ideal for that trendy fashionista who wants to look fashion forward, without all of the cruelty and animal products. ZuZu Luxe is part of the Gabriel vegan cosmetics line, which includes Gabriel Cosmetics, Gabriel Skincare, ZuZu Luxe, and Clean Kids Naturally, and each line is committed to high quality ingredients, without animal ingredients or cruelty.
Finding a red cruelty-free, vegan lipstick is no easy feat! Most red coloring used for any commercial product comes from carmine, a derivative of crushed beetles. Famous coffee peddler Starbucks even made headlines recently as it was discovered that some of their strawberry-based drinks contained the crushed bugs for visual appeal — yuck!
Who would have thought that there would be a cruelty-free, safe and vegan Brazilian Blowout alternative? Well, thanks to Zerran vegan hair care’s, Zerran Reform, those who crave straight, manageable hair, can have it without all of the harsh chemicals. The well known Brazilian Blowout shot to fame by giving those with curly or frizzy locks a permanent hair straightening treatment, however it has recently come under fire for the dangerous chemicals contained within it, namely the high presence of formaldehyde.
If you are looking for a scent sensation that does not compromise quality for cruelty-free, Kobashi vegan, cruelty-free essential oil products are the answer. Making beautiful smells since 1985, Kobashi is committed to the highest quality products that are free of unnatural chemicals, such as pesticides or herbicides. In fact, any ingredients secured from outside sources are tested in-house and if any trace of chemicals or pesticides are found, then the ingredient is not used.
Scotch Naturals vegan nail polish offers cruelty-free, non-toxic nail polish in 30 vibrant colors. The water-based polish promises to be long lasting, but without the nasty chemicals that are usually included in conventional nail polish, such as acetone, butyl acetate and ethyl acetate. Scotch Naturals nail polish is also free of the heavy metals that are associated with conventional nail polish.
HerbZone vegan beauty products promises right up front no animal products, no animal testing and 100% natural ingredients. With a variety of vegan, cruelty-free products such as vegan beauty masks, vegan hand butters, vegan soaps, vegan shower oils and vegan acne care, they have something for everyone!
Zion Health has perfected their clay-based vegan beauty products, and quickly amassed a cult following. San Francisco-based founder Haim Zion discovered the benefits of key ingredient Kanwa clay when he successfully used it to relieve the symptoms of his gum disease. Also know as calcium montmorillonite clay, Kanwa clay is now the key ingredient of their entire vegan beauty product line which includes teas, detox supplements and bath minerals.
With a name like “Gourmet Body Treats”, using these vegan, cruelty-free products feels like an indulgence! Founded in 1998 by Waleska Agosto, she was looking for a product that she could safely and comfortably use on her rosacea-prone skin. She knew that, in order to accomplish this, she would need a product that would be free of all synthetics and chemicals, and contain nothing but natural ingredients that came straight from the earth. Each product is poured and packaged by hand and tested on humans, not animals.
No-Miss vegan and vegetarian beauty products has made a name for themselves by developing safe products, free from chemicals, that are also safe for the environment. Realizing that consumers are becoming increasingly conscious, they have answered the demands for beauty products that are not just cruelty-free, but non-harmful to apply.
You know that a vegan beauty company, like Eco Sevi, really has the best interest of animals in mind when their line was originally intended as all natural products for the family dog! When owner Sevi began handcrafting products for her beloved German Shepherd, Mundo, it was not long until friends and family started making request for human products of the same grade.
With the philosophy that humans make better guinea pigs than actual guinea pigs, Vibrant Naturals vegan beauty products takes a natural approach to their vegan bath and body products. With no factory, the husband-and-wife team lovingly handcrafts their products to ensure that they meet the company standards of quality every step of the way.
When Peter Lamas set out to create his all natural, vegan beauty product line, it was after experiencing several tragedies at the hands of harsh chemicals. His mother was diagnosed with bone cancer after years of exposure to harsh chemicals at a paper mill and his three sisters were all diagnosed with breast cancer in their 40’s after regular exposure to chemical farm fertilizers. As the hairdresser for Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, he regularly dyed her hair, only to find out that her doctors believed that her early diagnosis of, and ultimate demise from, Non-Hodgkins lymphoma cancer was partly due to the chemicals from her hair dye
Did you know that many inks used for tattooing are not vegan and cruelty free? In fact, most black tattoo ink contains charred animal bones. Others contain glycerin which are made up of, among other things, animal fat. Many who are both tattoo and anima lovers wouldn’t stop to consider the ingredients contained within the their tattoo ink, but as consumers are becoming more intent on educating themselves about what goes into their bodies, the demand for vegan and cruelty free tattoo ink is rising.
When you are named a runner-up to Bobbi Brown cosmetics, you know you have a gem of a cosmetic line on your hands! Mixology vegan mineral makeup claims that title proudly. Quick to point out that they are vegan, and yes that includes no carmine, their makeup line is also free of bismuth, chemicals, synthetic dyes, parabens and preservatives, Mixology is a great option for those with sensitive skin, or suffering from skin issues such as acne.
The concept behind Obsessive Compulsive vegan cosmetics, as founder David Klasfield puts it, is “The first step is admitting you have a problem.” For those who are addicted to makeup, that concept is well understood! Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics (OCC) aims to put only the finest ingredients into their vegan makeup, and proudly proclaims their commitment to vegan products on their website.
With so many cosmetic companies, even those offering vegan and vegetarian beauty products, getting larger and larger, and often selling out to larger corporations who still perform animal testing, it is no wonder that consumers are largely now turning to smaller businesses who hand-craft their products. Pink Quartz Minerals is one such company that is not only committed to quality makeup, but to ensure that it is cruelty-free and vegan.
You have your collection of vegan and vegetarian beauty products all set, now you just need a bag in which to keep them, and tools with which to apply them! Enter EcoTools, a company that makes and sells eco-friendly, vegan and cruelty-free cosmetic and body tools.
Now that we have introduced the concept of “Intentionally Cruelty-Free Beauty” (link), we want to talk a little about the resources that are out there for cruelty-free shopping, such as the Leaping Bunny Program. It can be confusing when looking at cruelty-free product lists because there are many such lists out there.
Nature’s Gate vegan beauty products was founded with the idea that they would use nature as their inspiration. The original founders used to collect rainwater and blend it with herbs they found in their herb shop. Today, the same philosophy goes into the making of their vegan and vegetarian beauty products, and they still use natural ingredients in each of them.
With cold, winter months upon us, many are seeking moisturizing vegan and vegetarian beauty products. Enter Crazy Rumors vegan lip treatments. With beauty products as fun as their name, they have set out to take the lip care world by storm.
Golden Path Alchemy Vegan Beauty Products has a very clear list of what they won’t do. They won’t test on animals, they won’t use synthetic materials or chemicals in their beauty products, and they won’t package their products in anything but recyclable glass and recycled labeling.
Priti NYC vegan nail products has an impressive resume. In fact, if you measure your doctor’s worth by the number of degrees he or she has on their wall, then you will consider Priti NYC to be the cream of the crop! Armed with a slew of badges bestowed upon their website by various vegan, environmental and health organizations, Priti NYC has proven that vegan nail polish does not have to be toxic.
Dermae vegan and vegetarian beauty products are committed to providing its clients with products that are both effective and natural. Dermae vegetarian and vegan beauty products begun their journey to store shelves in the 1960’s, when the founding Stern family began to use Vitamin E as a topical application for skin health.
Juice Beauty Vegan and Vegetarian Beauty Products was created by self-proclaimed “Serial Wellness” entrepreneur, Karen Behnke, who, at the age of 40 and pregnant with her first child, built one of the first corporate wellness companies in the country, developing a deep, lifelong interest in vegan and vegetarian, cruelty-free, personal care products along the way.
Being 100% vegan friendly is just one of the many positive aspects of PeaceKeeper™Cause-metics’™ beauty product line. Founder and CEO Jody R. Weiss has implemented fair wage, slavery-free labor and cruelty-free practices company wide, and Peacekeeper touts being the first cosmetics line to “give all of its after-tax, distributable profits to women’s health advocacy and urgent human rights issues.”
When The Balm Cosmetics’ founder and CEO Marissa Shipman decided to start her line of glamorous yet simple, vegan-friendly beauty products, she went for broke. She hopped over to Amazon, bought herself some books on how to create your own makeup and went to work – she even hired a chemist to help create the formulas in her own kitchen!
Christopher Drummond Beauty is a line of vegan beauty products that were inspired by founder Christopher Drummond’s days as a model. Frustrated with makeup artists never being able to properly match makeup to his bi-racial …
SpaRitual vegan beauty care is an eco-conscious beauty and spa product company that offers more than just your run-of-the-mill potions and lotions that promise to make you prettier. They are a lifestyle company that is committed to offering enlightenment to all of its devoted customers.
Zosimos Botanicals vegan makeup is a must-buy for those who not only love vegan makeup, but for those who love to support small businesses. Zosimos Botanicals has a strong commitment to environmental responsibility as, not only are their handcrafted cosmetics and skincare products all filled with plant-based, raw ingredients, but the studio out of which they work is 100% wind-powered.
Stript vegan makeup was created out of founder Gina Austin’s passion for vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics. Stript cosmetics are all 100% paraben-free and use all natural, plant-derived preservatives such as Japanese Honeysuckle, and an almond-based natural preservative.
Tarte cosmetics is a company that understand the importance of including vegan makeup in their product line. It is a brand that has come a long way from its humble beginnings in the tiny apartment of its founder, Maureen Kelly.
Earth Diva Cosmetics is a vegan makeup line that is one of the most passionately vegan beauty product companies out there. They feature mineral makeup that is both vegan, and cruelty free, as well as vegan makeup brushes.
While Urban Decay is not specifically a vegan makeup company, they do recognize and appreciate their vegan customers. That is why they have designated a section of their website that specifically features their vegan makeup.
Lipstick ingredients such as carmine (cochineal extract) and beeswax are not vegan friendly because they are derived from insects. Although most beeswax is considered cruelty-free, the process of creating carmine is anything but.
Elf (e.l.f.) Cosmetics can be found in a number of popular discount superstores across America. They can be found at Target Stores, Big Kmart, Super K and Meijer. You may also find Elf Cosmetics at …
Founded in 1994, Jane Cosmetics features makeup products for women of all ages from all walks of life. The line features dramatic colors such as bright green and sparkly gold as well as earthy tones such as café, mocha, and cinnamon.
In addition to being popular among individuals with acne-prone or sensitive skin, raw mineral makeup is also popular among vegans, vegetarians, and individuals interested in maintaining a cruelty-free lifestyle.
An excellent representative of the entire Merle Norman product line is the booster hydrator “LUXIVA Changing Skin Treatment.” This product is a top choice for individuals with sensitive skin, although it is effective on all skin types.
Lush creates cruelty-free products for the skin and body. Since 1994, Lush has opened more than 600 stores in 43 countries around the world.
Smashbox Cosmetics focuses on “finding beauty solutions and quick fixes to demystifying makeup application” for women. The company is also listed with Leaping Bunny.
The Jane Iredale cosmetic line is wonderful for vegetarians and vegans alike. The products are cruelty free as they are never tested on animals and made with natural ingredients.
According to the official Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics website, Iredale was the first to supply the aesthetics industry with a full-line of makeup based on minerals and the first to see the potential of offering physicians a makeup that was good for skin.
Did you know that you can find products for vegans and vegetarians at your local grocery store or discount department store? You can even find cruelty-free, natural vegan products at discount superstores such as Target and Wal-mart. Yes, it’s true, vegan skin care seems to be going mainstream, and cruelty free products are already there.
If you are unsure about the nature of the ingredient, visit caringconsumer.com for a list of cruelty-free, vegan, and vegetarian ingredients as well as ingredients that have been tested on animals and ingredients that are considered non-vegan and non-vegetarian.
It is important to note that this homemade mascara recipe has not been approved by the FDA, but users – even users with sensitive skin and eyes, have reported success. If you are a little skeptical, simply use the mascara on a few outer corner lashes for several hours.
Have you ever noticed that there are makeup dos and donts for every season of the year? During the hot summer months, makeup artists say powder blush is a no no and during the winter months, it’s ok to be a bit more daring and play with color. During the fall months, earthy tones reign supreme and when spring rolls around, the fresh look becomes the name of the game. This means, go light on the lips, cheeks, and eyes and leave the heavy eyeliner and mascara at home.
If you are interested in airbrush makeup, but you would like to look as natural as possible, you should consider purchasing an airbrush kit along with high-quality liquid makeup from trusted names in the industry such as Sephora (est. 1969) or Dinair (est. 1981).
Some of the more well-known hair care companies that offer cruelty free hair care products include Arbonne, The Body Shop, ELON, Herbal Choice Mari, Nature’s Clean, Paul Mitchell and Pureology.
Dry shampoos are not just popular among the vegan and vegetarian set. Dry shampoos are used in hospitals for the sick or injured that cannot get out of bed. It is also popular for extended camping trips and emergency situations, such as plumbing problems.
In some cases, permanent makeup may involve the use of cruelty-free inks made from a combination of vegetables, fruits, and plants. Others may use parts of trees, such as bark.
The parent company of Prescriptives is Estée Lauder, which was founded in 1946 with the founding principle that all women should have the opportunity to look and feel beautiful.
The Cucumber Melon product line creates a light and refreshing experience. A body lotion, hand soap, hand cream, bath gel and body butter is available with the refreshing Cucumber Melon scent.
In addition to the traditional product line, Elf offers an entire line of mineral based cosmetics that includes eyeshadow, eyeliner, concealers, primers, lip gloss, lipstick, lipliner, foundation, powder and blush.
Founded in 2006 by Tara Burner, College of Healthcare Sciences graduate and “Green Coach,” Affordable Mineral Makeup is a new cosmetics company that sells affordable eco-friendly cosmetics.
In addition to being an excellent business opportunity for women, Mary Kay makes it a priority to keep customers happy by providing top-quality products that meet high standards of excellence, performance and safety.
Environmentally conscious women can find vegan lipsticks in a wide variety of cruelty-free colors at popular cosmetics retailers such as Beauty Without Cruelty and Vegan Essentials!
One great resource for discovering who makes cruelty free cosmetics is the Leaping Bunny organization website. Visitors to the site can acces the cruelty-free guide to learn about who makes cosmetics, animal care products, personal care products and household products that are not tested on animals.
Vegans do not eat beef, chicken, turkey, fish, seafood, or pork. In addition, these individuals do not consume edible products derived from any type of animal source.
The Essential Repair System is comprised of six products: shampoo, hair condition, split end correcting treatment, color max, restorative hair masque, and instant repair. Each product has different ingredients but they are all guaranteed vegan and cruelty free.
Pureology products are available in salons around the world, so they are easily accessible to vegans, vegetarians, and environmentally conscious individuals alike. To contact the company directly, it is best to use the contact form provided on the official company website.
The soap is handcrafted with vegetable-based ingredients. Save Your World soaps are made from all natural and organic ingredients that meet the needs of vegetarians and vegans alike.
Many companies pride themselves consumer safety and the protection of both the environment and animals. Here are a few that you can easily find at your local Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, or supermarket!
Organic lotions are an excellent solution to skin problems and help reduce dry skin, eczema, and acne issues that can be worsened by the ingredients found in the many lotions available at local retail outlets.
The company’s cruelty-free toothpaste line includes five choices. All five toothpastes are made with Aloe Vera, but they focus on addressing different customer needs.
World vegetarian day begins a month-long celebration that features parties, presentations, potlucks and much more. The celebrations and educational awareness events are varied depending on who plans them and where they live
Animal testing can be used for everything from drugs to food products to makeup. It is estimated that worldwide anywhere between 50-100 million animals or vertebrates are used each year in experiments and testing.
If you are comfortable with participating in peaceful protests you can march with animal rights organizations, boycott, or attend protests at or near known companies or entities that ignore animal rights.
The Elon Herbal Foot Cream can be applied as-needed and should be massaged into foot surfaces until the cream is absorbed. Ingredients include chinese angelica root extract, green tea extract, and bisabol.
Elon products are all natural and frequently recommended by dermatologists and podiatrists. Products are cruelty free, and vegan and vegetarian friendly. The company has over 30 product offerings that cover everything needed for nails, skin, feet and hair.
Spotlight Skin Tone Perfector is dermatologist-tested, ophthalmologist-tested and non-acnegenic. This is a perfect product for vegans, vegetarians and others committed to a cruelty free world.
Olive oil lotions provide a cruelty free option for vegans and vegetarians as well as anyone who is interested in creating a cruelty free world. Popular brands can be purchased online or at your local retail outlets with a large variance in pricing.
Cosmetics that use animal testing are pretty much a thing of the past. Popular cosmetics companies such as Beauty Without Cruelty and historic cosmetic companies such as Almay (est. 1931) sell cosmetics that are not tested on animals as well as skin care products, perfumes, treatments, and more.
In addition to its Lotion Bars, The Galena Candle & Bath Company has a large variety of all-natural products including soy candles, ECO Dotz candles, reed diffusers, custom scented body products, soaps, bath beads, bath fizzies, bath salts, perfume and essential oils, and lip balms.
Galena Candle & Bath Company candles burn longer than traditional paraffin candles, which are made from petroleum. Soy candles are better for the environment and they are healthier for your lungs.
The fragrances developed by Harvey Prince & Co. focus on improving social interactions, especially those between men and women. Ageless Fantasy® is an anti-aging fragrance that is believed to take years off a women’s true age.
Ageless Fantasy is made with a variety of organic and natural ingredients including pineapple, mango, leafy greens, musk, vanilla, jasmine, cherry blossom, pomegranate, and organic citrus.
Cruelty free body powder can be found through many beauty and skin care companies such as Urban Decay, Hailey’s Dragonfly Garden, and more. Cruelty-free body powders do not contain talc and most contain all natural …
Vegetarians and vegans have a variety of different reasons why they have chosen a lifestyle that eliminates most or all animal byproducts. Some wish to live a cruelty-free lifestyle, while others may choose the vegetarian or vegan lifestyle for health reasons.
BeautiControl products feature everything from anti-aging formulations to products for acne and stretch marks. Bath & body products run the gamut from body cleansers and moisturizers to anti cellulite and firming solutions.
If the “not tested on animals logo” does not appear on the packaging, but the ingredients list appears to be safe for vegans and vegetarians, you may contact the product company and request the ingredients list and/or the company’s policies on animal testing. The vast majority of product manufacturers will send the information to you via email or snail mail.
Animal well-being is the condition in which animals experience good health, are able to effectively cope with their environment, and are able to express a diversity of species-typical behaviors.
If you want to be sure you are using makeup that has not been tested on animals, stick to vegan makeup manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers. Vegan makeup companies never test on animals nor do they use ingredients that have been tested on animals.
Vegan body jewelry is readily available from hundreds of online retailers and even popular eco-friendly food stores. Also, vegan body jewelry doesn’t have to be sparkly to be pretty. Cruelty-free vegan body jewelry can be made from hemp, cotton, linen, bamboo, plastic, rubber, metal, cloth, or wood.
Just a few offerings available at vegan gift stores include all-vegan, cruelty-free, and sweatshop-free shoes, belts, bags, wallets, guitar straps, t-shirts, faux fur, and makeup.
Each product is safe for all skin types and all products contain natural ingredients free from preservatives and chemicals. Eminence Organics contain only organically grown herbs, fruits, and vegetables.
A large percentage of vegans limit their use of animal products to food, while a small percentage have managed to avoid animal consumption altogether — right down to their socks and shoes.
All Eminence Organics products are handmade in Hungary-no mass production-without any heating or hydrogenating processes.
Vegan Essential products are offered both online and at its retail location in Waukesha, WI. The retail location also has the largest selection of cruelty-free items under one roof.
Essential Three creates vegetarian and vegan friendly aromatherapy solutions such as Synergy blends that are believed to stimulate, invigorate, cleanse and revitalize. Synergy blends’ aromatic properties are also believed to enhance the well being of body, mind, and spirit.
Unwind also features subtle scents of pink lotus flower, vanilla, and amber. Blue lotus flower is an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and aloe vera juice is used as a moisturizer. Unwind Gentle Foaming Bath Syrup a lighter version of the Unwind Foaming Bath Syrup.
Garden Botanika skin care products run the gamut from cleansers and tonics to moisturizers and masks. Body care products include cleansers, moisturizers, hand & foot, hair care, and bath & soaks.
Grateful Body’s Clear Skin treatment helps heal and prevent acne breakouts. It also clears pore congestion and it is also believed to “control hormonal and bacterial imbalances without drying skin.”
Founded in 1998, Grateful Body Organic Skin Care sells an extensive line of skin care products for the face, eyes, and body. All products are 100% natural and chemical free, certified cruelty free, and certified vegan.
Vanilla Granola products include vanilla granola body buff, body lotion, body wash, bath bombs, and vanilla granola body cream.
Fresh, natural, and vegan certified, Fresh Body Market creates unique body care products using real fruits and vegetables. All Fresh Body Market products are paraben free.
Water free herbal body lotion by Ecco Bella is available in vanilla herbal, grapefruit herbal, lavender herbal, and lemon verbena. This vegan lotion treats dry skin, flakiness, and irritation with gentle ingredients such as safflower oil and calendula.
Established in 1992, Ecco Bella Botanicals is a cosmetics, skin care, and hair care company that does not use animal testing for its products. Ecco Bella Botanicals also uses organic materials in its cosmetics and the company also supports ethical farmers.
Bottom Balm by Earth Mama Angel Baby is formulated with the ingredients needed to cool and soothe suffering skin. Bottom Balm is made with organic olive oil, St. Johns wort, yarrow, witch hazel, calendula, and shea butter.
Earth Mama Angel Baby sells pregnancy, childbirth, and baby products made with certified-organic or organically grown herbs. roducts are 100% toxin-free, cruelty-free, certified vegan, kosher, and free from all artificial preservatives, fragrances and dyes.
Dr. Singha’s Mustard Bath also contains essential oils of eucalyptus, rosemary, wintergreen & thyme and gum benzoin in a base of sodium carbonate.
Dr. Singha’s herbal supplements or “travel tonics” are formulated to relieve stress caused by disrupted sleep patterns, high speeds, general apprehension, and poor eating habits.
Hemp Seed Hand & Body Lotion by Earthly Body is an “extract and nutrient-rich” formula made with hemp seed oil and 12 pure botanicals. These products are formulated to absorb into the skin quickly and …
Earthly Body products do not contain petroleums or mineral oils and they are drug-free and cruelty free. Earthly Body products are 100% vegan and the company is on PETA’s “No Test List.”
According to the official Alima Pure website (www.alimapure.com), Alima Pure creates “mineral makeup using only the purest cosmetic-grade mineral pigments. There are no additives, fillers or fragrances that can irritate your skin or clog your pores.
Colure Hair Care Body Volume Shampoo & Conditioner helps rebuild and strengthen hair with a high concentration of vegetable proteins.
Colure Hair Care is an environmentally conscious hair care product company that specializes in hair coloring and the special products required to help maintain color and healthy hair.
Coola Suncare products feature ingredients such as peppermint, vanilla, cucumber, rose hips, aloe vera, yarrow, arnica, and comfrey.
Aromatherapy Bath by Dr. Hauschka Skin Care features lavender bath, lemon bath, sage bath, spruce bath, and rosemary bath.
All Dr. Hauschka products contain natural botanical preservatives and they never test ingredients or products on animals.
Arrival Lotion Alternatives are 100% vegan and they do not contain fillers, parabens, solvents, or alcohol. The products do contain essential fatty acids, cold pressed cranberry, organic lavender,
Gumball lip balms by Crazy Rumors are cruelty free, 100% natural, vegan, and eco-friendly. The gumball lip balms contain organic shea butter, organic jojoba oil, biodegradable soy wax, and a dash of natural stevia.
Crazy Rumors manufactures and packages its products according to the highest standards in order to minimize waste. The company uses and reuses recycled and recyclable boxes and packing peanuts in all shipments.
The alchemy toner by Cosmic Tree Essentials contains organic white tea and cranberry extracts which help limit sun damage to the skin. Black willowbark has been added for its natural anti-microbial properties.
Cosmic Tree Essentials is a cruelty-free cosmetics company that sells a variety of botanical skin care & body care products as well as mineral cosmetics. The
CocoaPink’s “Ends With Benefits” hair & body fragrance is packed with protein and natural oils that nourish and moisturize the skin.
Voluptuous Body Butter is made fresh daily with a combination of over 30% organic refined shea butter.
Signature scents by Diva Soaps may have any number of fragrance notes such as jasmine, cedar, pine, almond or even black pepper.
Organic lotions by Dr. Bronner include lavender coconut, lavender lotion, patchouli lime, and peppermint. All lotions are certified organic and made with pure organic oils “free of petrochemically modified ingredients and preservatives.”
Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps are a well-known vegetarian and cruelty-free soap company that has family soap-making roots dating back 150 years, with Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap dating back 60 years. Known for its trademark busy labels full of Dr. Bronner’s musings about his moral and religious views, Dr. Bronner’s offers one of the most famous and widely-used soaps around. Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps are certified under the USDA National Organic Program and Fair Trade. Dr. Bronner and his soaps are so acknowledged, that there was even a documentary filmed about them, that went on to win several awards.
Diva uses vegetable and nut oils for their moisturizing and soothing properties and signature scents to calm and invigorate.
Climb On Products inventory consists of products that are 100% non-toxic and biodegradable. The products are paraben and preservative free and they do not contain artificial colors, fragrances, or detergents.
The Thai deodorant line features the Thai deodorant stone, Thai deodorant stick, Thai deodorant spray, Thai deodorant roll-on, and even a Thai body powder deodorant.
The LL Regeneration Series features products that have proven to increase skin smoothness by 40%, increase skin hydration by 22%, decrease wrinkle depth by 65%, and increase skin firmness by 40%.
Deodorant Stones of America sells aluminum-free crystal deodorant stones, non-aerosol spray mists, chemical free roll-ons, push-ups, stick deodorants, and talc-free powders.
Bayse Natural Care vegan-care conditioner contains macadamia oil, organic jojoba oil, organic lavender, lime, and French rosemary essential oils.
Bayse Natural Care sells hair, bath, and shower products that are 100% biodegradable and grey water friendly, meaning they are safe for your garden.
Mama Belly Oil offers expectant mothers protection against stretch marks and it is also an excellent oil to add to your bath. All it takes is three capfuls and warm water to create a relaxing and soothing experience.
Baby Bear Shop products are also safe for individuals with allergies and other sensitivities and most products are vegan friendly as well.
The white tea & shea moisture shower cream is one of Bath Island’s custom scented body care products. Enriched with lotion, the white tea & shea moisture shower cream is believed to comfort and revitalize the skin, thanks to pure shea butter.
Bath by Bettijo recently added vanilla mandarin to it’s whipped shea butter line. According to the Bath by Bettijo website, the scent was originally developed exclusively for the renowned Phoenician Spa & Resort.
The pineapple enzyme facial peel mask by 100% contains powerful anti-aging ingredients such as vitamin C and antioxidants, as well as papaya enzymes, which are excellent skin smoothers.
Bath by Bettijo sells a wide variety of vegan products ranging from spa soap and body wash to foot polish and tub tea. Bath by Bettijo products contain a unique blend of essential oils, vitamins, salts, acids, and aromas.
Eucalyptus sea therapy organic body scrub is 100% natural and 100% vegan, so there are no harsh chemicals or animal ingredients involved in the making of this product, right down to the packaging.
The 100% Pure ingredients list includes everything from apricot and avocado to Vitamin E and white tea. Please review the full 100% Pure ingredients list at the end of this article.
Sun Star Organics’ sunscreen orange protects skin against the sun’s damaging rays without the use of harsh chemicals or artificial fragrances.
Yaoh sells hemp seed oil for use in everything from skin care products to textiles. It also sells hemp shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, bubble bath, and liquid soap as well as hemp seeds, hemp protein powder, raw food hemp bars, and “the world’s first hemp milk maker.”
Aromaland essential oils are carefully sourced from reputable farmers and distillers located in 44 countries around the world, according to the Aromaland website.
MSM skin care by At Last Naturals includes MSM soap and MSM cream (15%). This two-step process cleanses and moisturizes the skin with a special blend of MSM, aloe vera, botanical extracts, green tea, and antioxidants.
In business for more than 35 years, At Last Naturals sells toiletries, natural alternative products, health and beauty care, and over the counter pharmaceuticals.
Bronzo Sensuale International products contain organic oils derived from coconuts, jojoba, walnuts, carrots, sunflowers, soybeans, kukui nuts, macadamia nuts, pecans, and primrose.
Brown Bag Botanicals’ brand new sugar whip body scrub is 100% vegan, non-toxic, and petro and paraben free.
Rainforest soap by Clearly Natural is hypoallergenic and non-drying, so it is considered safe for the face.
Brown Bag Botanicals sells a wide variety of unique head to toe skin care products that are paraben and petro-chemical free, vegan, cruelty-free, sustainable, and made in the U.S.A
Clearly Natural Soaps are 100% vegetable glycerine based, which attracts moisture to the skin without irritating chemicals or overpowering fragrances. All Clearly Natural products are 100% cruelty free.
Bubble & Bee Organic sells bath and body products, candles, and spa products. Bath and body products include: deodorants, shower gels, soaps, lotion bars, and salts and scrubs.
Cactus & Ivy features a unique and extensive line of body scrubs that utilize a natural base of exfoliating ingredients such as cocoa butter, white sugar, salt, and turbinado sugar.
Branded J collections spent years testing more than 300 prototypes for its makeup brushes before it introduced its cruelty free line called “Heaven’s Brush.”
Branded J collections spent years testing more than 300 prototypes for its brushes before introducing its cruelty free line called “Heaven’s Brush.” Heaven’s Brush is an innovative line made from top quality synthetic “Taklon” fiber.
Cactus & Ivy creates handmade products that contain specialty and essential oils that are high in vitamins A, C, D, E, and F, as well as Omega 3, Oleic Acid, Palmitoleic Acid and Linoleic Acid.
Botanical Skin Works’ skin rejuvenating complex is the company’s number one selling cream. Most customers notice an improvement in skin texture and smoothness within three days.
Botanical Skin Works features a huge inventory of 100% chemical free and cruelty free beauty products ranging from natural mineral cosmetics to Dead Sea products.
The Pikake Lei loofah soap by Bubble Shack Hawaiian Soap Company belongs to the company’s line of 10 unique loofah soaps. It is scented with the Hawaiian jasmine flower, and made with ingredients such as Hawaiian macadamia nut oil and vegetable glycerin.
Bubble Shack Hawaiian Soap Company sells bath and body products as well as tropical “scrubbers” that are 100% vegan, paraben free, paraffin free, TEA free, sulfate free and “drying” alcohol free.
In addition to sweet almond oil, all French Milled soaps are made with shea butter, olive oil, palm oil, and coconut oil.
Body Scentsations only uses pure ingredients such as shea butter, almond oil, and aloe in its skincare products. The company also produces and tests its own products for quality and effectiveness.
The brown sugar body scrub features skin softening oils, fine grain organic brown sugar, shea butter, aloe, and vitamin E. It does not contain harsh ingredients like parabens.
Dead Sea products contain any of the 21 minerals that can be found in the Dead Sea along with plant life that can be found along the shores.
Best Bath Store sells all natural, luxury bath and body products including body bars, bath salts, lotions, bath bombs, skin care products, hair care products, and Dead Sea Products.
Belli Cosmetics uses a method called “Teratology Screening” to ensure that each product is safe for mother and baby.
Belli Cosmetics uses a method called “Teratology Screening” to ensure that each product is safe for mother and baby.
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics sells makeup for the lips, eyes, cheeks, and face as well as moisturizers, cleansers, toners, makeup tools, and fragrances. Product ingredients run the gamut from Vitamins C and E to grapefruit and geranium.
The ginger/mint body wash is paraben, SLS, MEA, DEA, and TEA free. It does not contain synthetic fragrances or colors.
Colorant, SLS, and paraben free, Liquid Sand utilizes ingredients such as polyethylene, sunflower, and morus nigra leaf extract to exfoliate, moisturize, and nourish the skin.
Hair Raiser is the FHM award winner for Best Grooming Innovation. When used in conjunction with Fuzzy Logic Shampoo and Cashmere Coat Conditioner, this follicle revitalizer helps to increase hair thickness, strength, and vigor.
Billy Jealousy features a line of environmentally friendly hair and skin care products just for men with names like “Sucker Punch Face Scrub” and “Fuzzy Logic Strengthening Shampoo.”
Aunt Bee’s vegan lip tints and salves do not contain beeswax, honey, or royal jelly. Aunt Bee’s uses no petroleum-derived products and it has and never will conduct any kind of animal testing.
Charity soap by A Wild Soap Bar (SoapRISING) was designed to bring awareness to the current issues affecting the world. The SoapRISING series currently consists of soaps with names like “end the fed,” “feed America,” “give me liberty,” and “teach peace.” The collection also includes a gift box – you choose which two soaps you like best.
A Wild Soap Bar is a small family business that sells “truly” natural products that are biodegradable and cruelty free.
With a mix of coconut, lime, vanilla, and musk scent, the coconut lime verbena is a favorite among women looking for a clean scent that’s perfect for the hot summer months.
Bath & Body Works combines traditional spa treatments with botanical and natural ingredients to create an extensive line of spa and personal care products that nourish and heal the skin as well as awaken the senses.
Matte mineral foundation by Beauty Bliss Cosmetics is perfect for women that prefer products that do not contain mica and for individuals that prefer a smooth, shimmerless finish.
Beauty Bliss Cosmetics sells 16 foundations, several finishing powders, and more than 100 eyeshadow and blush colors with names like “shy,” “divine,” “red oak,” and “pinktastic.”
Combined with ginger and orange, the ginger orange oilve soap is believed to rejuvenate the senses, uplift the spirit, and refresh the body. The oils soften the skin and the lather thoroughly cleanses the skin.
Users of this youth-full anti-aging face cream cream believe that the product improves skin’s radiance and protects it from environmental damage. The youth-full anti aging cream (SPF 15) is formulated for normal to dry skin, it is dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested, and it is non-acnegenic.
Afterglow Cosmetics peachy organic mineral blush is one of company’s top sellers. Like all Afterglow mineral blushes, the peachy organic mineral blush is vegan, gluten, and cruelty free.
Matte finishing and bronzing veils by Organic Wear Makeup are 100% natural and formulated with 24.9% organic ingredients such as jojoba seed oil, to moisturize the skin and safflower seed oil. Other ingredients include grapefruit, olive oil, rice, and cornstarch.
Considered a gentler alternative to chemical peels, the restorative enzyme peel takes less than one minute to exfoliate by using a combination of all natural ingredients such as grapefruit, cucumber, papaya, pineapple, and a 54% concentration of aloe vera gel.
Made with certified organic rosemary and peppermint, the rosemary mint hand and body wash restores the skin’s balance and cleans without overdrying.
Aloette skin care products include anti-aging products, moisturizers, exfoliators and products created specifically for acne. The company does not test its products on animals.
Lily Organics sells a wide variety of vegan moisturizers including: Lily Unscented Moisturizing Cream for Ultra Sensitive Skin, Organic Lavender Moisturizing Cream, Lily Herbal Moisturizer, and Botanical Moisture Mist.
MyChelle Dermaceuticals sells everything from cleansers and facial moisturizers to mineral cosmetics and products for men.
Alexandra Avery Purely Natural complexion care cleanser is a vegetable oil based face cleanser, enriched with oats and essential oils that help to nourish and revitalize the skin.
Raspbody creme shampoo works best when used with raspbody creme conditioner. Together, the combo nourishes the hair and scalp while increasing body and shine.
As USDA Certified Organic growers, Lily Organics has the resources and the knowledge to develop some of the greenest and freshest skin care products in the industry.
Better Botanicals clarifying facial scrub is an herbal skin polisher formulated specifically for sensitive skin.
Established in 1998, Better Botanicals is a “condensed line” of herbal products that are based on Ayurveda. Ayurveda is the world’s oldest and most widely practiced school of herbal medicine, originating in India 5,000 years ago.
Smart shade blush by Almay contains an antioxidant blend of grape seed, ginseng and Ginkgo biloba. It is hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested. Almay smart shade blush is available in three “colors,” including pink, berry, and natural.
Almay is the world’s first hypoallergenic cosmetics brand, and the first brand to make 100% fragrance-free products.
The company “formulates aromatherapeutic products for the conscientious consumer.” This means that all Alexandra Avery products are 100% natural and cruelty-free. All products are also hand-made in small batches and formulated with vitamins, anti-oxidants, plant extracts, vegetable oils, and essential oils.
Alba Botanica’s Hawaiian skin care products are formulated with tropical fruit extracts, plant oils, and organic aloe vera. Alba Botanica chose these ingredients for their curative and rejuvenating properties.
All-Nutrient sells 100% organic hair coloring and hair care products. All-nutrient hair care products are biodegradable and they are never tested on animals.
Alba products do not contain synthetic colors, they are pH balanced, and they feature 100% vegetarian ingredients. Alba Botanica does not test its products on animals.
All AG hair products are cruelty-free and they do not contain harmful chemicals. The shampoos are not thickened with sodium chloride (table salt), which is known to dry the hair and scalp. AG products are naturally thicker because they contain less water.
The minerals used in Agape products are oil free, so they won’t clog pores, allowing the skin to breathe. They are also safe for sensitive skin and individuals with allergies.
Nurture My Body ginger body wash can be used with a washcloth or loofah and should be gently massaged into the skin with upward strokes. It works best when used with the ginger hand and body lotion and the organic shave cream.
Nurture My Body sells 100% biodegradable, and cruelty-free beauty products. Nurture My Body products do not contain harmful synthetic fragrance oils, preservatives, petroleum products, FD and C colorants and dyes, parabens, phthalates, or other toxic chemicals.
Affordable Mineral Makeup is a new cosmetics company that sells affordable eco-friendly cosmetics. The company is a cruelty free company and it is also a signer of The Compact for Safe Cosmetics.
Afterglow Cosmetics offers an extensive line of vegan, cruelty free cosmetics for the face, eyes, and lips. Unlike other nearly vegan cosmetics companies, Afterglow Cosmetics does not use animal hair for its brushes. All professional make-up brushes are 100% vegan and cruelty free.
Aveda was founded in 1978. Aveda, The Art and Science of Pure Flower and Plant Essences, manufactures plant-based hair and skin care products as well as makeup, ‘pure-fume’ and lifestyle products. All Aveda products are cruelty free and the most are vegan. A handful of Aveda products may contain honey or beeswax.
Made with sea minerals, antioxidants, green tea and peppermint, the seaweed detox facial foam is considered gentle enough to use everyday.
Aqua Dessa is a high end, all natural, organic skincare and bath and bodyline. Most Aqua Dessa products are 100% vegan, while some contain honey, which makes them 100% vegetarian. Aqua Dessa products are made with botanicals, herbs, fruits, berries, and seaweeds that have not been tested on animals.
Aubrey Organics sells vegan and cruelty free all natural and organic cosmetics, skin care, and fragrances. Aubrey Organics contain a wide variety of herbal plant extracts and natural vitamins.
Organic Wear Makeup is 100% free of harsh chemicals, synthetic preservatives, parabens, GMO’s, synthetic colors, and synthetic fragrances. Organic Wear Products are also 100% cruelty free.
Mixed Greens shampoo and conditioner are two of the lines top sellers. The shampoo’s main ingredients are artichoke, watercress, and cucumber, which are believed to have a healing effect on hair.
The Herbaria product line recently released a natural Citronella and Marigold bar — an old-fashioned lye soap bar considered great for shampooing and shaving. It also contains essential oils and other ingredients that are known to repel insects.
Herbaria soaps contain ingredients such as coconut oil, palm kernel oil, soy oil, olive oil, avocado oil, hemp seed oil, jojoba oil, and shea butter, to name a few. Herbaria soaps are 100% vegan and cruelty free.
Modern Organic Products (mop) are made up of a special blend of organic and food-based ingredients. All products are cruelty free, meaning, “MOP does not perform or condone animal testing with any of its products.”
While popular cosmetics companies such as Beauty Without Cruelty and Giovanni Organic Cosmetics offer several different types of cruelty free hair gel – at a price, value brand beauty companies such as White Rain also offer a wide variety of hair gels that are never tested on animals, nor do they contain any animal products.
Cruelty free hair dye is readily available for consumers that want to do their part to help prevent animal testing and cruelty to animals. Just a few of the top cruelty free hair dues include: Herbatint, Atlantis Hair Color, and Avigal Henna.
Vegan products for your face and skin can be purchased through a large number of cruelty-free, vegan companies around the world. Just a few of the most popular vegan, cruelty-free companies are Beauty Without Cruelty, Avalon Organics, and Pangea Vegan Beauty Products.
Pangea has an extensive list of vegan lotions ranging from extract lotions and organic treatments to dry skin therapy and cellulite oil.
Pangea also sells Kappus Soaps, Kiss My Face Soaps, and Veganu Soaps. Kappus Soaps are fruit-scented vegetable glycerin soaps.
Pangea was the first company to offer a comprehensive selection of high-quality, completely cruelty-free vegan products.
Vegan makeups can be found through a large number of cosmetics and beauty products companies, both big and small. Vegan makeups include products such as lip balms, lip color, lipsticks and lip pencils; foundation, concealer and powder; blush, eye shadow, eye liner and mascara, and nail polish and nail treatments.
Fortunately, there are a few vegan tattoo and ink suppliers that currently use vegetable based glycerin in their inks, so you can ask your artist if he uses these specific brands.
Vegan Essentials is the largest online vegan store in the country. Founded in 1998 by Courtney and Sue Ernster, Vegan Essentials is also the oldest cruelty free retailer in the U.S.
Vegan gift baskets full of vegan beauty products may contain everything from oils and scrubs to candles and soaps.
There are a number of important considerations to keep in mind during your hunt for the perfect vegan eye shadow, foundation or lipstick. Much like vegan foods, vegan doesn’t always mean that a product is 100% safe for every individual.
Avigal henna uses the new shrubs of the Lawsonia plant to create natural hair coloring and highlights. Avigal Henna products are safe to use on all hair types whether bleached, permed, tinted, or virgin.
The Aunt Ann’s Coffee Soap line features four soaps including: cappuccino coffee soap, espresso coffee soap, mocha coffee soap, and latte coffee soap.
BWC Organic Vitamin with CoQ10 Hand and Body Lotion features a special blend of natural ingredients and organic aroma-therapeutic essential oils to help promote younger looking skin.
Aunt Ann’s garden soaps are made with all natural and organic ingredients, without harm to animals or the environment.
All Beauty Without Cruelty Products feature a special blend of natural ingredients and organic aroma-therapeutic essential oils.
All Bazil products are made in small batches with all natural ingredients and scented with all natural essence oils.
Renewal and Vitality Lavender products are free of mineral oil, petrolatum, propylene glycol, artificial colors, parabens, and synthetic fragrances.
Apothecary blend natural clay masks have a negative ionic charge. This electromagnetic charge acts like a magnet drawing in the positively charged impurities.
Avalon Organics is inspired by organic agriculture and the ongoing cause of sustainability. Bcause of this, Avalon Organics uses only 100% vegetarian ingredients and it rejects all animal testing.
Apothecary Blend is the maker of organic clay facial masks. The masks are formulated for deep cleansing, surface exfoliating, and pore shrinking. The blend is believed to draw out toxins from the surface of skin to leave skin feeling purified, firm, and bright.
The revitalizing firming mask works by utilizing a special blend of plant derived ingredients, essential oils, and vitamins, which minimizes harshness and promotes gentle repair.
Main ingredients for Pure Specialty products include calming, healing, and gentle natural ingredients such as aloe vera, lavender, passionflower, watercress, and molasses. These ingredients also help to improve and restore hair’s natural balance and texture.
Like all Anise products, Sensuous collection fall/winter 2009 products are produced in a U.S. laboratory without toxic chemicals such as formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate. All Anise products use only 100% vegetarian and cruelty free ingredients.
For spring/summer 2009, Anise Cosmetics and its Nail-Aid division feature a select few colors out of more than 600 unique colors made from toxic-free chemicals and without sacrifice to the environment.
Anise is a proud sponsor of “The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics,” and it bears the “Cruelty Free” symbol, meaning, the company is strictly opposed to animal testing and uses only ingredients that are 100% safe and respectful of the environment.
After Inked is a proud member of PETA-People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and it uses a special formulation of all natural, all vegan ingredients that help to regenerate damaged blood vessels, strengthen skin tissue, and reduce trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL).
ABBA chooses specific herbal extracts and natural oils to add to its own Herbal Protein Complex, which was developed by the company’s scientists. The company defines ABBA’s Herbal Protein Complex as “proteins and extracts working synergistically to bond to the hair for internal and external protection. It is achieved by using the optimal blend of proteins to rebuild and strengthen hair.”
Made in France, Clarins Gentle Night Cream for Sensitive Skin features easy application via a convenient pump and a generous 1.7 oz. container. The container is designed to keep the product fresh and sanitary.
Clarins has been producing cosmetics and skincare products since 1954. The Clarins Group prides itself on consumer safety and the protection of both the environment and animals, so in 1994 the French company decided to stop using andy ingredients of animal origin in its formulas.
