Shopping at Sephora but wondering which brands are cruelty-free and vegan? In this List of Cruelty-Free Brands at Sephora, you’ll be able to find out which brands are cruelty-free and don’t test on animals, as well as, which brands are 100% vegan where none of their products contain any animal-derived ingredients or by-products.

About this list: I went through Sephora US & Canada’s entire brand directory list of over 300+ brands and vetted each company using our Cruelty-Free Checklist to determine if they test on animals at any stage of product development and manufacturing, anywhere in the world.

In order to be classified as Cruelty-Free, brands must meet all of the criteria in our Cruelty-Free Checklist including not selling their products in mainland China under conditions that would trigger animal tests.

This brand is not cruelty-free; tests on animals
This brand is cruelty-free!; does not test on animals (may or may not be a 100% vegan brand)
This brand is cruelty-free but is either owned by a parent company that does test on animals or doesn’t offer any vegan options
I received a response from this brand but am not 100% satisfied with the information provided to claim if they’re cruelty-free or not
Vegan! – This brand only offers vegan products; no animal-derived ingredients or by-products

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Do you know what those cute bunny logos on your cosmetics, personal care, and household cleaning products actually mean? 

You may associate the bunny logo with meaning the products and their ingredients are free from animal testing and is cruelty-free.

However, some of those “cruelty-free” bunny logos are fake and were created by brands themselves, some of which may still be testing on animals. 

Can you spot the difference between unofficial or ‘fake’ cruelty-free bunny logos vs. certified cruelty-free logos accredited by a third-party organization?

Know Your Cruelty-Free Bunny Logos

Below are some unofficial ‘cruelty-free’ bunny logos we just made up. I took some cute unlicensed bunny icons I found on the web. And to make it look legit, I used my basic Photoshop skills and added some unregulated terms like “Cruelty-Free,” “Not Tested on Animals,” and “No Animal Testing” to them. If I can do this, anyone can as well.

These unofficial bunny logos mean nothing. They’re cute but remember that they’re designed and marketed by the same people trying to sell you their products. 

On the other hand, the certified cruelty-free bunny logos on the right are accredited and licensed by a third-party organization. Companies must meet a list of cruelty-free standards, sign legal documents, and submit documentation to ensure compliance.

But not all certified cruelty-free logos are the same.

In this post, I’ll be examining the differences between two of the most popular cruelty-free certification programs: PETA and Leaping Bunny.

Bunny Logo

PETA has several variations of its certified cruelty-free logo. They’ve changed it several times throughout the years. The latest modification has a separate logo for companies selling their products in the EU because of the EU’s labeling laws that don’t allow companies to advertise their products as “cruelty-free.”

Companies may use different variations of PETA’s cruelty-free bunny logo but know they’re all the same and have the same standards. Except for the bunny logos that say “Vegan,” those are only designated to companies whose entire product line is free from animal-derived ingredients.

Leaping Bunny also has two variations of its cruelty-free bunny logo. One with and one without the words “Cruelty Free International” underneath.

Leaping Bunny is run by Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics (CCIC) and Cruelty Free International (CFI).

CCIC deals with companies based in the US and Canada. And CFI, while based in the UK, handles all other brands with headquarters outside the US and Canada.

Additionally, in 2021, Choose Cruelty Free (CCF), an Australian cruelty-free certification program, merged with Cruelty Free International. As part of the merger, the CCF accreditation program has become part of the global Leaping Bunny family as of June 2021. 

Now that we’re familiar with each cruelty-free bunny logo let’s take a deep dive into the differences between Leaping Bunny and PETA’s cruelty-free certifications.

PETA’s Cruelty-Free Standards

To apply for PETA’s cruelty-free certification, companies must fill out a short questionnaire and submit a statement of assurance signed by the CEO. 

PETA’s process verifies that the company and its ingredient suppliers don’t conduct, commission, pay for, or allow any tests on animals for ingredients, formulations, or finished products anywhere in the world and won’t do so in the future.

Leaping Bunny’s Cruelty-Free Standards

Leaping Bunny verifies that a company does not conduct, commission, or be a party to animal testing for its finished products, formulations, and ingredients. Also, Leaping Bunny verifies that a company does not allow animal testing by regulatory authorities in foreign countries.

What sets Leaping Bunny apart from PETA’s standards is its Supplier Monitoring System, companies must be open to independent audits, and brands must recommit annually. 

Ingredient Suppliers

Leaping Bunny’s Supplier Monitoring System requires companies to show and submit proof of documents that their suppliers comply with Leaping Bunny’s standards.

PETA does not require brands to submit documents from their suppliers as proof of compliance.

Jen from My Beauty Bunny interviewed Kathy Guillermo, Senior Vice President of PETA’s Laboratory Investigations Department. In her interview, she confirmed that PETA does not require documents from suppliers, and instead, they request brands to have language in place with their suppliers that mandate a no-animal testing policy.

However, in the past, Suzi from Cruelty-Free Kitty exposed a PETA-certified brand that told her they were unable to confirm all of their suppliers don’t test on animals. 

Audits

Leaping Bunny-certified brands must be open to independent audits to ensure their supply chain management system is free of animal testing. Leaping Bunny may require brands to be audited to confirm that a certified company is truthful about purchasing ingredients from the corresponding cruelty-free suppliers they claimed when applying.

PETA does not conduct independent audits to ensure companies and their suppliers comply with its cruelty-free standards. 

Without audits and suppliers’ documents to prove compliance, the legitimacy of PETA’s standards depends on the honesty and accuracy of written statements made by the brand.

Recommitment

Leaping Bunny requires companies to recommit to its cruelty-free standards annually. Companies that don’t recommit are removed from Leaping Bunny’s directory. In addition, Leaping Bunny publishes a rolling list of brands that have chosen to recommit and those that did not. 

PETA does not require companies to go through a formal renewal process. And PETA does not have a publicly available list of brands no longer certified or removed from their cruelty-free directory. 

China

It used to be that companies that sold their products in China had to test on animals. However, recent updates to China’s animal testing laws have made it possible, under specific circumstances, for brands to register to sell domestically in China and avoid animal testing.

Here is how PETA and Leaping Bunny handle certified companies entering the Chinese marketplace.

Does PETA Allow Brands to Sell in China?

In the past, PETA removed several brands from its cruelty-free list when PETA investigations caught them selling in China, where at the time, animal testing was required for all cosmetics sold in China.

Now, PETA is working with brands like Dove, Herbal Essences, Wet n Wild, First Aid Beauty, and Physicians Formula to allow them to manufacture and sell their ‘general cosmetics’ in mainland China while remaining PETA-certified cruelty-free.

“In order to be eligible for inclusion on PETA’s Global Beauty Without Bunnies cruelty-free list, companies that sell in China may only sell domestically manufactured (made in China), non-special use cosmetics. They must commit to not introducing any products that would require tests on animals; to withdrawing their products from the region rather than allowing any tests on animals, should they become required; and to informing Chinese authorities of this policy to ensure that they are notified and can withdraw from the market in the unlikely event that animal tests become required for their products.” – PETA

Does Leaping Bunny Allow Brands to Sell in China?

Previously, Leaping Bunny did not allow certified brands to sell their products in stores in mainland China. However, in 2018, Leaping Bunny launched its China Pilot Project, allowing select brands to sell in China under their supervision. The project was only available to EU brands until now; Leaping Bunny just launched its China Qualification Program for certified companies in the US and Canada to sell in China and avoid animal testing.

Leaping Bunny China Qualification Program

“Leaping Bunny is partnering with trusted regulatory experts Knudsen&CRC, based in Shanghai, China, to ensure a company’s registration dossier does not include animal testing, along with post-market monitoring after sales commence. Companies will have to meet extensive registration criteria and will need to successfully complete both a Pre-Market Audit and a series of Post-Market Audits, conducted by Knudsen&CRC, which will screen for animal testing. Further, companies are required to sign an agreement promising to recall products rather than allow any animal testing, should the Chinese government require it for some reason.” – Leaping Bunny

Cruelty Free International China Pilot Project

“We have launched a ground-breaking pilot scheme that could pave the way for Leaping Bunny certified cosmetics companies to sell in China. By partnering with Knudsen&Co and Fengpu Industrial Park our project will help remove the remaining barriers of entry for cruelty free cosmetics brands looking to manufacture and market their products in China. International brands will be able to avoid testing on animals by producing cosmetics in China that don’t need post-market testing.” – Cruelty Free International

Cost

Application Fee

It is free to apply to PETA’s Global Beauty Without Bunnies Program. 

For US & Canadian companies, applying to Leaping Bunny’s program is free. However, companies with headquarters outside the US and Canada must go through Cruelty Free International’s Leaping Bunny Programme, which has an application fee. 

Licensing Fee

Companies that want to license and use the cruelty-free bunny logo on their product packaging and marketing materials must pay a licensing fee. However, licensing the cruelty-free bunny logo is optional and not required to be approved. 

PETA charges a one-time licensing fee of $350.

Leaping Bunny charges a one-time licensing fee, and it’s based on the company’s gross annual sales, ranging from $500 to $4,500 through CCIC, and starts at £149 per year for the smallest brands through CFI. 

Parent Companies

Both Leaping Bunny and PETA do not require parent companies to be certified.

Leaping Bunny states, “Brands that were purchased by non-certified parent companies must promise to operate as stand-alone subsidiaries with their own supply chains and must continue to meet the requirements of the Leaping Bunny Standard in order to remain on our list.”

Vegan

Companies can be certified by PETA under one of two designations, (1) Animal-Test Free or (2) Animal-Test Free and Vegan. A company’s entire product line must be vegan to qualify for PETA’s vegan designation. PETA defines ‘vegan’ as free of animal-derived ingredients.

Leaping Bunny does not require companies to be vegan or offer vegan products. Instead, Leaping Bunny strictly examines companies’ animal testing policies.

Conclusion

PETA and Leaping Bunny’s certifications are helpful for cruelty-free consumers wanting to make more conscious choices. Both programs were created to get companies to stop animal testing and encourage consumers to choose cruelty-free. 

PETA’s and Leaping Bunny’s programs are free to apply. However, both charge a licensing fee if companies want to advertise using their cruelty-free bunny logo. And the parent company does not need to be certified to be approved by either PETA or Leaping Bunny.

How the two certifications differ is Leaping Bunny requires companies to submit documents from their suppliers; companies must be open to independent audits and renew annually. PETA does not require any of the above; therefore, its standards are based on what the brand tells them. 

However, when shopping for both cruelty-free and vegan products, Leaping Bunny does not offer a vegan designation. On the other hand, PETA certifies companies that are animal-test-free and that are also vegan.

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In this post, I’m tackling the labor abuse and ethical problems associated with sourcing one of the most popular ingredients used in makeup today, Mica.

Here’s what I discovered about the ethical concerns over mica in makeup and what some cruelty-free brands are doing about it.

What is Mica?

Mica is a naturally occurring mineral commonly used in cosmetics to add shimmer to makeup. It can be found in lipsticks, eyeshadow, nail polish, sunscreens, deodorants, shampoo, and more.

But the seemingly harmless sparkly ingredient has been linked to child labor in India, specifically in impoverished states of Jharkhand and Bihar. Where children as young as five years old have been reported working in these illegal mica mines.

Although mica can be sourced from around the world, 25% of the mica used today come from illegal mines in India where child labor is widespread.

The Problem With Child Labor Mica

Families living in extreme poverty in India have no choice but to rely on their children working in illegal mica mines to help support the family.

But for obvious reasons, mica mines are no place for young children. Workers are exposed to occupational hazards like cuts, head injuries, exhaustion, heatstroke, and long-term exposure to toxic air that can lead to respiratory infections including silicosis, tuberculosis, and asthma. As well as, the deadly threat of a cave collapsing.

“Only 10% of mica mines in Jharkhand and Bihar are legal, which means that most mines aren’t regulated and most labour laws aren’t enforced.” (World Vision)

A 2016 investigation discovered the cover-up of seven children’s death in the span of two months in India. The report also estimates that less than 10% of mica-related deaths are reported to the police as families are bribed with ‘blood money’ to cover up and stay quiet about these illegal operations.

The Solution To Child Labor Mica

The solution to eradicating child labor in mica mines in India is complex and unfortunately, there is no one right solution.

For starters, boycotting all mica sourced from India may not be the solution as many families rely on the mica industry as their primary source of income. Demanding greater supply chain transparency and traceability will help with the issue but without proper audits and enforcement, the issue of child labor will remain.

Note: India isn’t the only place that’s known to be exploiting child labor in mica mines, it’s also a widespread issue in Madagascar.

There also needs to be some government intervention. Where some experts suggest granting more mining licenses so that the mica industry can be properly policed and where an operator can report to the state to ensure workers’ safety and no child workers.

Because children are working in these mica mines, 5-6 days a week and up to 12 hours per day, they’re not going to school.

As a result, NGOs and corporations are tackling the issue of child labor by helping to fund schools in villages in regions with low literacy and school attendance rates and to help end the cycle of mining. That’s the goal of the National Resources Stewardship Council (NRSC), to build 500 “Child-Friendly Villages” and improve living conditions in mica areas to get children into school instead of returning to mining mica.

The Solution for Cruelty-Free Beauty Brands:

But what are ‘cruelty-free’ brands doing to ensure their mica is ethically sourced without the use of child labor? I’ve reached out to several cruelty-free brands to hear what some are doing and this is what I’ve found out.

Synthetic Mica?

Some ethical beauty brands have chosen to use synthetic mica (or synthetic fluorphlogopite) as a substitute for natural mica. Synthetic mica is made in a lab so there is no risk of child-labor. But switching to synthetic mica is not always easy and comes with its own set supply chain traceability issues.

In 2014, cruelty-free cosmetic brand, Lush decided to switch to using synthetic mica that is made in a lab. But later discovered the synthetic mica it was using had traces of natural mica. It took them four years of tighter control to finally declare all of its products are formulated with synthetic mica.

“Because of concerns over child labour in the mining of natural mica, Lush has made a commitment to remove it completely from its production.” – Lush

In addition, I also learned that some cruelty-free brands will use a combination of natural and synthetic mica. Stating they’ll use synthetic mica when they’re unable to ensure their natural mica supply chains are child labor-free. For example:

“We choose synthetic mica when we can’t vet and guarantee that the source of our mica is child-labor-free.”
– Aether Beauty

“We incorporate the use of both natural and synthetic micas in our Bare Republic shimmer products. We only use natural micas if we can ensure they are mined responsibly, and we require documentation verifying the sourcing strategy from each of our suppliers.”
– Bare Republic

Since mica is a naturally-occurring mineral, many natural, organic, and ‘clean’ beauty brands love using it. But some of the organic cruelty-free brands I spoke with told me switching to synthetic mica is not an option for them because as I was told, “synthetic products are not organic products.”

Ethical Mica Certifications?

Unfortunately, there aren’t any third-party certifications that consumers can use to identify which makeup brands are using ethically-sourced mica.

From my research, the most common and established organization that some brands have claimed to be part of is the Responsible Mica Initiative (RMI). 

RMI is a non-governmental organization aimed to build a sustainable mica supply chain in India by promoting responsible sourcing practices and eradicating child labor and unacceptable working conditions.

And surprisingly, some non-cruelty-free corporations are also members of RMI including Chanel, Clarins, L’Oreal, and Shiseido.

And in my research, I found that although some cruelty-free brands may not be “active members” of RMI, some brands have claimed their mica suppliers are members of RMI. For example:

“Our MICA suppliers are members of the “responsible mica initiative” and are therefore committed to guaranteeing the best possible working conditions.”
– Avril

“Our Mica suppliers are limited to members of the Responsible Mica Initiative (RMI).”
– BH Cosmetics

“We’re happy to confirm that our suppliers of mica (sourced in India) are active members of The Responsible Mica Initiative (RMI)’ and have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to child labor.”
– Deborah Lippmann

Sourcing U.S. or Non-Indian Mica?

Some cruelty-free brands claim they’re combating the issue of child-labor mica from India and Madagascar simply by choosing not to use mica sourced from these regions. For example:

“The mica we use is sourced from the USA, is ethical without the use of child labour.”
– Antipodes

“…we have contacted our supplier about where they source their mica. They provided us with an official statement assuring us that they sell no pigments that are manufactured with mica powder from mines in India or South Africa.”
– Axiology

“Our mica is ethically sourced from the U.S with no child labor involved.”
– Fitglow

But as stated earlier, boycotting Indian mica won’t solve their labor problems associated with child labor, extreme poverty, and unsafe working conditions.

Additionally, some report tracing the true origins of mica to be challenging.

“The supply chain of mica is complex, making child labor challenging to address. Intermediaries buy mica after it has been extracted from informal mines, and transport the mineral to the nearest trading centre, where they sell to other intermediaries or directly to exporters. Pigment producers purchase the mica for manufacturing purposes, and then sell to cosmetics brands we see lining the shelves of local pharmacies and beauty stores.” (World Vision)

Going Mica-Free?

Can’t we just avoid mica in our beauty routine altogether?

There are lots of skincare, bath and body, and hair care brands that are completely mica-free if you wish to go without mica.

But out of the 238 cruelty-free makeup brands I have in our directory, I only found two brands that are mica-free: Foraged Fields and Valdé.

Since mica is commonly used to add shimmer or sparkle to makeup products, you can try opting for products with a matte finish. But even so, mica is sometimes used in makeup to absorb excess oil and to give it a consistent texture. So, always check the ingredients.

In my opinion, going 100% mica-free in our makeup routine may not be the most attainable and realistic solution to tackling the problem of children mining mica for makeup.

So What Can We Do? Ask Questions!

So far, I’ve contacted over 300 cruelty-free brands from my brand directory to ask if their mica is ethically-sourced. And I’ve gotten mixed responses across the board.

But since there isn’t one right answer, it makes it difficult to know if brands are doing ‘enough’ to ensure their mica is sourced without child labor.

I’m also still unsure what the best approach is and whether it’s better to use synthetic mica, or to only source mica from suppliers that are members of RMI, or to only use mica that’s not mined from India, or the solution is a combination of the above?

And because there’s no quick fix, I think it’s important now, more than ever, to start asking our favorite cruelty-free brands about their sourcing policy and labor standards of their mica. Choosing to support and buy from those that are willing and able to address our ethical concerns.

In addition, we can raise awareness to pressure India’s government to regulate their mica industry. And support initiatives that help to improve their living conditions so no child is forced to work in unsafe mica mines.

What’s Next?

Moving forward, I will be asking all brands if their mica is sourced ethically when verifying their animal testing policy and before I add them to our Cruelty-Free Brand Directory.

I’m currently working on a list of cruelty-free makeup brands that have confirmed their mica is ethically-sourced without the use of child labor.

In addition, I will be slowly including information about each brand’s ethical mica policy on their respective brand’s post.

This way, you’ll have access to the same information as me including what brands have told me. From there, you can decide for yourself if their answers meet your ethical standards.

Resources on Child Labor Mica:

I’m in no way an expert on this topic but just a conscious consumer trying her best to support more ethical beauty brands. For more information and resources on child labor mica, here are some great sources to check out:

• Canada’s Child & Forced Labour Problem – World Vision
• Hidden Cost of Beauty: The Risk of Child Labour in Canadian Cosmetics – World Vision
• Blood Mica – Thomson Reuters Foundation News
• Beauty Companies and The Struggle to Source Child Labour-Free Mica – The Guardian
• Beauty and a Beast – SOMO
• Who Suffers for Beauty – Danwatch
• Global Mica Mining and the Impact on Children’s Rights – Terre des Hommes
• Video: The Dark Secret Behind Your Favourite Makeup Products – Refinery29

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Whether you’re vegan or you know someone who eats a vegan diet, you may already be familiar with what it’s about and its absence of animal products and by-products, including meat, seafood, dairy, and eggs, but have you heard of vegan beauty products?

And you may be wondering… are there actually animal ingredients used in our makeup, skincare, bath, and body care products today?

Disturbingly, animal-derived ingredients and by-products like crushed up bugs, fat from slaughtered animals, and ground-up horns and claws, are still commonly used and found in our everyday beauty products.

As a result of this gross revelation, many cosmetic companies refuse to source or manufacture products containing animal ingredients, thus creating a safe, quality, vegan cosmetics line without animal cruelty.

If you’re just starting to venture into the journey of vegan cosmetics, we’re breaking down all the Vegan Beauty Basics to help you make better and ethical choices that are kinder to animals and the planet.

By the end of reading this vegan beauty starter’s guide, you’ll have a better understanding of what Vegan Beauty and Cosmetics truly mean.

Vegan Beauty Basics

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I know a lot of us have been focusing more on our vegan skincare routine lately and if you’re on a budget, I wanted to share some amazing cruelty-free and vegan skincare brands to show that buying conscious and vegan products doesn’t always have to be expensive!

In this guide, I’ll be walking you through 25 of the best top-selling drugstore brands offering a range of cruelty-free and vegan skincare products for $15 and under!

Whether you’re looking for a cruelty-free makeup remover or a vegan hydrating moisturizer or some general vegan skincare products for men, this guide has it all!

Affordable Vegan Skincare

All of the brands mentioned in this list are 100% cruelty-free. I have confirmed with each brand that they do not test their finished products or ingredients on animals and they have met all of the criteria in our Cruelty-Free Checklist.

In addition, some of the brands are also 100% vegan and don’t use any animal-derived ingredients or by-products across their entire product line. I also included some brands that may not be entirely vegan but do offer mostly vegan skincare products, and have noted which products to avoid or how to find out which of their products are vegan-friendly.

Finally, I share some of my personal recommendations on what I would suggest trying out from each cruelty-free and vegan skincare brand! Be sure to let me know if you end up trying out any of the products I recommend and how you like them!

Acure

All of Acure products are 100% vegan and Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Acure vegan skincare products? acure.com, Amazon, Target, Ulta, iHerb, Well.ca

I recommend trying out their Brightening Facial Scrub ($7) and Brightening Glowing Serum ($12)

Alba Botanica

Most of Alba Botanica products are vegan with the exception of their lip balms, body polish, and Unpetroleum jelly which contains beeswax and/or honey. Find Alba Botanica vegan product list here. In addition, Alba Botanica is also Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Alba Botanica products? Amazon, Target, Walmart, CVS, iHerb, Shoppers Drug Mart

If you have acne-prone skin or dealing with break outs, I recommend giving Alba Botanica’s Acnedote collection a try: Acnedote Face & Body Scrub ($10) and Acnedote Maximum Strength Deep Pore Wash ($7)

Andalou Naturals

Most of Andalou Naturals skincare products are vegan with the exception of a few that contain beeswax and/or honey. You can figure out which of their products are vegan as they’re all clearly labelled. Andalou Naturals is also Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Andalou Naturals? Amazon, Target, Walmart, Ulta, iHerb, Well.ca

I can’t get enough of Andalou Naturals 1000 Roses skincare collection, all of the products in this line smells so good and formulated with natural ingredients. 1000 Roses Floral Toner ($11), 1000 Roses Beautiful Day Cream ($14), 1000 Roses Cleansing Foam ($12).

Bliss

Almost all of Bliss products are vegan with a few exceptions. Bliss does use honey, beeswax, and lanolin in some of their skincare products. Find a list of Bliss vegan products here.

Where to buy Bliss cruelty-free skincare products? blissworld.com, Amazon, Walmart, Ulta, CVS

I recommend trying out Bliss’ face cleansers that are under $10: Makeup Melt Jelly Cleanser ($9), Fab Foaming 2-In-1 Cleanser & Exfoliator ($9), Rose Gold Rescue Cleanser ($9).

Botanics

Almost all of Botanics skincare products are vegan with the exception of a few that contain organic beeswax. Check the product packaging or description to see if it’s labeled with the “100% vegan” icon. Botanics is Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free but it should be noted that Botanics is owned by Walgreens, a parent corporation that is NOT cruelty-free.

Where to buy Botanics? Target, Ulta, Boots

Botanics is a cruelty-free and vegan-friendly skincare brand based in the UK. I especially love their Organic skincare collection that you can buy at Boots for under £10 and at Ulta. 100% Organic Refreshing Toning Spritz (US$11) and 82% Organic Softening Cleanser (US$11).

Bulldog

All of Bulldog Skincare products are 100% vegan and the brand is also Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Bulldog Vegan Skincare? Amazon, Target, Walmart, iHerb, CVS, Boots

Bulldog Skincare has a great selection of vegan skincare products targeted to men, you can’t go wrong with their Original product line: Original Face Wash ($10) and Original Moisturizer ($10).

Cocokind

All of cocokind products are 100% vegan and the brand is also Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy cocokind? Amazon, Target, Ulta, Shoppers Drug Mart

Cocokind’s clean and conscious skincare products are around $11-$22 but I wanted to include them to this list of affordable vegan skincare brands. Cocokind products are all-natural, made with organic ingredients, with thoughtful, eco-friendly packaging. I highly recommend their chlorophyll mask ($15), rosewater facial toner ($17), oil to milk cleanser ($18)

Derma E

All of Derma E’s products are 100% vegan and Derma E is also Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Derma E vegan skincare? dermae.com, Amazon, Target, Ulta, iHerb, CVS, Well.ca, Shoppers Drug Mart

Derma E is one of my favorite vegan skincare brands. I’ll be honest, most of their products are over $15 but I often find them on sale and they’re still relatively inexpensive for all-natural and vegan products. I love and would recommend just about everything from Derma E’s Vitamin C collection ($8-25).

Desert Essence

Most of Desert Essence skincare products are vegan with the exception of a few that contain beeswax. Find a list of Desert Essence vegan products here.

Where to buy Desert Essence? Amazon, iHerb, Well.ca

I really like Desert Essence’s Tea Tree Oil Face Cleanser ($15), it’s a great face wash for oily, acne-prone skin and comes in a big bottle so it’s worth the value. Their 100% Australian Tea Tree Oil ($10) is also worth getting too!

ELF Cosmetics

All of ELF’s skincare products are 100% vegan and do not contain any animal-derived ingredients or by-products.

Where to buy ELF vegan skincare products? elfcosmetics.com, Amazon, Ulta, Shoppers Drug Mart

ELF may be known for the affordable cruelty-free makeup produts but did you know ELF also has a growing collection of vegan skincare products as well? They’re all under $20 and a couple of their best-sellers are: Holy Hydration! Face Cream ($12), Gentle Peeling Exfoliant ($10), and Illuminating Eye Cream ($10).

Every Man Jack

Not all of Every Man Jack’s skincare products are vegan as some contain beeswax and/or lanolin but Every Man Jack offers some vegan skincare products for men.

Where to buy Every Man Jack products? everymanjack.com, Amazon, Target, Walmart, Ulta, CVS, Well.ca

Every Man Jack has a great range of vegan skincare for men including their Daily Sun Protection Face Lotion SPF 20 ($7.50) and Charcoal Face Wash Skin Clearing ($7.50).

Formula 10.0.6

Almost all of Formula 10.0.6 skincare products are vegan with the exception of their Butter Up – Moisturizing Body Stick which contains beeswax.

Where to buy Formula 10.0.6? Amazon, Target, Ulta, CVS

Formula 10.0.6 has the best affordable vegan face cleansers and masks for under $10! We recommend their So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser ($7), One Smooth Operator Pore Clearing Face Scrub ($8), and Deep Down Detox Ultra Cleansing Mud Mask ($7).

Fourth Ray Beauty

All of Fourth Ray products are 100% vegan and don’t contain any animal-derived ingredients or by-products.

Where to buy Fourth Ray vegan skincare? Ulta

From the creators of ColourPop, Fourth Ray Beauty offers a beautiful range of vegan skincare products, all under $16! Some of their best-sellers I want to try: BFD Cleansing Oil ($14), Turmeric Face Milk ($14), Good Mood Gel Moisturizer ($14).

Lush

All Lush products are vegetarian and a handful of them are vegan, simply check the product label or description to see if it’s clearly stated as being vegan.

Where to buy Lush products? lush.com

Try some of Lush’s vegan cult-classics including: Cup O’ Coffee Mask ($11.95), Tea Tree Water Toner ($10.95), Kalamazoo Wash ($11.95).

Mario Badescu

Not all of Mardio Badescu skincare products are vegan but they do offer a range of vegan-friendly options. Find a list of Mario Badescu vegan products here.

Where to buy Mario Badescu skincare? Amazon, Ulta, Sephora, Beauty Bay

Not everything by Mario Badescu is affordable but some of their cult-classics are under $20 and that’s why I thought they were worth mentioning in this list. Mario Badescu is known for their Drying Lotion ($17), Facial Sprays ($7-12), and Witch Hazel Toner ($14).

Nourish Organic

Most of Nourish Organic skincare products are vegan with the exception of their deodorants & balm that contain beeswax and their age defense line has yogurt extracts. In addition, Nourish Organic is Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Nourish Organic? Amazon, Target, Well.ca

I recommend trying out Nourish Organics’ Moisturizing Face Cleanser ($11) and Lightweight Moisturizing Face Lotion ($17)

Pacifica

All of Pacifica products are 100% vegan and don’t contain any animal ingredients or by-products.

Where to buy Pacifica vegan skincare products? pacificabeauty.com, Amazon, Target, Ulta, iHerb, CVS, Shoppers Drug Mart, Well.ca

I recommend Pacifica’s vegan face washes like their Kale Detox ($10), Coconut Milk Cream to Foam ($10), or Sea Foam ($10)

Revolution Skincare

Not all of Revolution Skincare products are vegan. All of their vegan-friendly products are clearly marked with a Green V or you can shop all of Revolution Vegan Skincare here.

Where to buy Revolution Skincare? revolutionbeauty.com, Ulta, Boots, Superdrug, Beauty Bay

All of Revolution Skincare products are super affordable and some of their best-selling products include: 15% Niacinamide Serum ($14), 2% Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($10), Blemish And Pore Refining Serum 10% Niacinaminde + 1% Zinc ($7).

St. Ives

Almost all of St. Ives skincare products are vegan with the exception of their Collagen & Elastin Moisturizer and Collagen & Elastin Body Lotion, which contain collagen and elastin derived from a marine source.

St. Ives is cruelty-free but it should be noted that St. Ives is owned by Unilever, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals.

Where to buy St. Ives skincare products? Amazon, Target, Walmart, iHerb, CVS, Boots, Superdrug

Sukin

All of Sukin’s products are 100% vegan and formulated without animal ingredients or by-products.

Where to buy Sukin vegan skincare? Amazon, Target, iHerb, Boots, Shoppers Drug Mart, Well.ca

I really enjoyed using Sukin’s facial cleansers and scrubs including their Foaming Facial Cleanser ($8) and Super Greens Detoxifying Facial Scrub ($12)

The Body Shop

The Body Shop is not entirely 100% vegan but they do offer a selection of vegan skincare products. You can shop all of The Body Shop’s vegan skincare products here. In addition, The Body Shop is Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy The Body Shop skincare products? thebodyshop.com and Ulta

The Body Shop is well-known for their Tea Tree Oil skincare collection including their iconic Tea Tree Oil ($10), Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash ($6), and Tea Tree Skin Clearing Mattifying Toner ($6).

The Inkey List

Almost all of The Inkey List skincare products are vegan except for a few that contain beeswax and/or egg derivatives. Find out which of The Inkey List products are vegan here.

Where to buy The Inkey List? Sephora, Cult Beauty, Shoppers Drug Mart, Boots

Some of the best-selling The Inkey List vegan products I really want to try are their Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum ($8), Retinol Anti-Aging Serum ($10), and Salicylic Acid Acne + Pore Cleanser ($10)

The Ordinary

All of The Ordinary products are vegan and Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

The Ordinary is cruelty-free but it should be noted that The Ordinary is owned by Estee Lauder, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals.

Where to buy The Ordinary skincare products? theordinary.deciem.com, Amazon, Sephora, Beauty Bay, Cult Beauty, Well.ca, Boots

I absolutely love The Ordinary’s Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% ($5.90) and Squalane Cleanser ($8) and I really want to try out their sold-out AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution ($7.20).

Versed

All of Versed products are 100% vegan and don’t contain animal ingredients or by-products. Versed is also Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Versed Skincare? versedskin.com or Target

Versed products are around $15-22 but I really wanted to include them in this list because I would still consider their all-natural and clean, vegan skincare products affordable. I recommend their Cleansing Balm ($18) and Dew Point Moisturizing Gel Cream ($15).

Yes To

Not all of Yes To skincare products are vegan, you can find a list of Yes To vegan products here. Yes To is also Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free.

Where to buy Yes To skincare products? Amazon, Target, Walmart, Ulta, CVS, Boots, Shoppers Drug Mart

I absolutely love Yes To’s vegan face masks! Especially their Detoxifying Charcoal Mud Mask ($9) and their Calming Sheet Masks ($3)

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