So you want to try cruelty free makeup? Here’s what you need to know

One thing to consider when going vegan is changing your shopping habits. Making cruelty free purchases is important to our furry friends, and is not as difficult as it sounds! Many brands offer vegan makeup – Alva, Barry M, Beauty Without Cruelty and Freshly Baked London are just a few. If you don’t have time for a shopping spree, buying vegan makeup online is simple and easy.

Why should I buy cruelty free makeup?

By purchasing vegan makeup, you’re choosing not to support companies that test on animals when creating their products. You also won’t be buying anything that contains sneaky animal by-products like beeswax. Vegan makeup can also be good for sensitive skin, since brands like PHB use healthier and more natural ingredients in addition to being cruelty-free. Choosing cruelty free makeup is not only good for the animals, but for yourself!

But isn’t vegan makeup expensive?

Vegan or non-vegan, it’s easy to buy makeup on a budget. Many brands are starting to offer vegan makeup, making it easier and easier to find what you’re looking for at a reasonable price! More brands means more choice too – so you’re bound to find products that suit you and your skin.

How do I know a product is cruelty free?

Many major makeup brands have jumped on the bandwagon of vegan cosmetics. But not every big brand produces all vegan makeup. Some companies, like L’Oréal, don’t do any animal testing in the United States – but they do test in China, where methods are cruel and required by law. Many (but not all) vegan makeup brands will have the Leaping Bunny logo certifying that their products are cruelty free. It’s important to do your own research to make sure that you’re not accidentally buying non-vegan cosmetics.

At the end of the day, buying vegan makeup can be great for you skin, the environment and the animals. More and more makeup brands are rolling out vegan products, making it easier than ever to find makeup that doesn’t conflict with your morals!