I’ve gone years without wearing much beyond the occasional mascara. That’s been changing lately as I’ve rediscovered the whole makeup thing. Maybe it’s because I’m getting older. Ok, it’s definitely the getting older thing. Looking at you, age spots.
Stocking up lately in preparation for my annual pilgrimage to Las Vegas, I’ve been hunting down all of the vegan and cruelty-free products I can find. In no particular order, here’s a list of 10 brands I’ve either tried or plan to try.
Thrive Causemetics
Not only is Thrive Causemetics 100% vegan and cruelty-free, but for every product purchased, a donation goes to help and empower other women. My favorites are the Defying Gravity Transforming Moisturizer and Buildable Blur CC Cream. You can also build your own value set!
e.l.f.
e.l.f. (eyes lips face) is by far the most affordable on this list. They too give back to organizations that are making a difference in the world. e.l.f. can be easily found in most drug stores and retailers such as Target. Among my favorites are the No Budge Eyeshadow Stick and Bite Sized Eyeshadow Mini Palettes.
Milk Makeup
While I haven’t tried any of their products yet, 100% vegan and cruelty-free brand Milk Makeup is definitely on my short list of brands to check out. They are another beauty brand that values inclusivity and giving back.
Cover FX
Cover FX is another on my list of 100% vegan and cruelty-free brands to try. They offer makeup, skincare, and tools.
Bite Beauty
If you love lipsticks, then Bite Beauty is the place for you. I just picked up the Power Move Hydrating Soft Matte Lipstick in Praline. While working from home doesn’t give me much opportunity to wear it, my first impressions tell me I’m going to like it!
Au Naturale
One more on my list to try brands is Au Naturale. Not only 100% vegan and Leaping Bunny certified, their products are also paraben- and gluten-free. Their Creme de la Creme Eye Shadow is on my shopping list for sure.
Lethal Cosmetics
Lethal Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free makeup brand from Germany where you can build your own eyeshadow palettes. Lethal Cosmetics’ ethics are founded in being animal-friendly, people-friendly, and planet-friendly.
Lime Crime
I’ve been using Lime Crime’s Unicorn Full Coverage Semi-Permanent Hair Color for several years now. The chocolate cherry is subtle on my dark hair, but it’s a fun way to cover up the gray that’s been coming in more and more lately. It also smells so good and leaves my hair feeling incredibly soft. One of these days, I’ll try their eyeshadow palettes. I have a special place in my heart for eyeshadow, if you haven’t noticed.
Pacifica
Pacifica is another 100% vegan and cruelty-free brand I’ve been using for years. Their Aquarian Gaze Water Resistant Mascara is my all-time favorite. From makeup to skincare to bath and body, Pacifica has something for everyone.
Truly
Truly offers all kinds of vegan beauty products for the skin, bath, and body. My favorite is the Unicorn CBD Whipped Body Polish. It has a lovely fragrance and makes my skin feel soft and smooth.
There you have it. 10 beauty brands that are all vegan and cruelty-free, many with solid ethics that makes choosing their products a no-brainer.
Looking for more? Cruelty-Free Kitty and Logical Harmony are both worth checking out!