Youth to the People Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser

Best vegan face wash for oily skin

This daily green juice gel face cleanser has a fresh scent and is made with a proprietary superfood-extract blend of kale, spinach, and green tea to remove makeup, support skin’s pH balance, and clear buildup in pores that can lead to blemishes. Effective for single and double cleansing, this antioxidant-rich formula leaves you with glowing, soft, and clean skin without drying or stripping.

The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser

Best vegan face wash for dry skin

Squalane Cleanser is formulated to clean skin by removing makeup and dirt. This cleanser also supports your skin’s moisture barrier through hydration. Its skin-cleansing properties harness plant-derived squalane, a well-studied moisturizing agent, alongside lipophilic esters that will leave your skin feeling smooth and soft while dissolving makeup.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser

Best vegan face wash for combination skin

This breakthrough vegan cleanser starts off as a silky clear gel and lathers into the softest, milkiest foam for that perfect deep-cleanse. Two powerful yet gentle sulfate-free cleansing agents do the heavy-lifting in drawing out impurities. All without stripping skin dry or disrupting the skin barrier. The pH 5.5 formula is then spiked with a cocktail of super-soothing ingredients like “cica,” chamomile and camellia.

*Paula’s Choice RESIST Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser

Best vegan face wash for normal skin

RESIST Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser gently but effectively removes makeup and cleanses skin without dehydrating or leaving a tight feeling on skin. A silky smooth formula that replenishes and helps to preserve skin’s healthy barrier while effectively cleansing skin.

*Note: Paula’s Choice is cruelty-free, but Paula’s Choice is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser

Best vegan face wash for sensitive skin

This mild cleanser is sulfate-free, non-comedogenic, and free from essential oils, botanical extracts, essential oils, and harsh cleansing agents. Formulated for daily use to remove makeup and excess skin oils without drying skin.

Also Available at Target and Walmart.

*Dermalogica Ultracalming Cleanser

Best non-foaming vegan face wash for sensitive skin

This pH-balanced, non-foaming cleanser calms heat associated with reactive, sensitized, or over-processed skin. It delicately fortifies skin’s protective barrier without leaving an irritating residue, and easily rinses away or wipes off.

*Note: Dermalogica is cruelty-free, but Dermalogica is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Tata Harper Superkind Fragrance-Free Softening Cleanser

Best luxurious vegan face wash for sensitive skin

A nourishing, creamy cleanser infused with a Micro-Foaming Botanical Blend that lathers into a dense, luxuriously rich foam to gently dissolve buildup and impurities. Designed with a Constructive Cleansing Technology made up of multifunctional cleansing ingredients and a nutrient-rich Lipid Complex, skin is left clean, calm, and conditioned.

*Note: Tata Harper is cruelty-free, but Tata Harper is owned by Amorepacific, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

Derma-E Sensitive Skin Cleanser

Best less expensive vegan face wash for sensitive skin

Derma E’s dermatologist-recommended sensitive skin vegan cleanser was specifically formulated to calm sensitive skin while cleansing. Soothes the look of visibly red skin while nourishing dry and uncomfortable skin.

The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Cleanser

Best vegan face wash for acne

This non-drying, lightly foaming cleanser removes makeup and dirt, while penetrating deep into pores helping to reduce blackheads and breakouts. As well as effectively cleansing the skin, this 2% Salicylic Acid cleanser has an added zinc compound. Together they help with oil-control, reducing blackheads and breakouts and promoting a more even looking complexion.

*Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Pore Perfecting Cleansing Gel

Best vegan AHA/BHA face wash for acne

Experience the refreshing sensation of jasmine, clove, and grape extract while cleansing with this non-drying, gel-to-foam formula. AHAs and BHAs visibly minimize pores, fine lines, uneven tone, and texture while farnesol aids in washing away bacteria. Ideal for all skin types and free of soap and sulfates, this cleanser leaves skin feeling soft and supple.

*Note: Dr. Dennis Gross is cruelty-free, but Dr. Dennis Gross is owned by Shiseido, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Murad Acne Control Clarifying Cleanser

Best 1.5% salicylic acid vegan face wash

This maximum-strength vegan gel cleanser combats acne and skin breakouts by dissolving excess oil, purifying pores, clearing existing blemishes & prevent breakouts—including maskne. Two types of salicylic acid start treating immediately and over time. Green tea extract helps soothe and calm irritation for healthier-looking skin.

*Note: Murad is cruelty-free, but Murad is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

Versed Keep the Peace Acne Calming Cleanser

Best less expensive 1.5% salicylic acid vegan face wash

A gentle, non-drying, foaming cream vegan cleanser with 1.5% salicylic acid that shuts down breakouts without stripping the skin of its natural oils. The apple fruit extract acts as a gentle exfoliant (removing buildup that can contribute to breakouts) all while calming and moisturizing the skin. And that dreamy blue hue? That’s all thanks to blue tansy, a natural antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties that cool and soothe irritated and inflamed skin. If you experience breakouts and understand the words ‘fine lines,’ this cleanser is made for you.

Skinfix Acne+ 2% BHA Cleanser

Best 2% salicylic acid vegan face wash

Powerful acne cleanser with salicylic, azelaic and glycolic acids reduces breakouts and minimizes excess sebum that can clog pores. It targets all forms of acne, including Malassezia folliculitis (“fungal acne”). Supports healthy skin pH levels for a balanced surface microbiome.

*Pai Light Work Cleansing Oil

Best vegan cleansing oil

Formulated with vitamin C-rich rosehip—the star of Pai’s iconic Rosehip BioRegenerate Oil—this golden cleansing elixir effortlessly rinses away every last trace of sweat, grime, and makeup. Conditioning olive and sunflower oils melt away impurities, while geranium and jasmine oils soothe and soften, leaving even the most sensitive skin feeling fresh, balanced, and oh-so-clean.

*Note: Pai is cruelty-free, but Pai is owned by Clarins, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm

Best vegan cleansing balm

This award-winning cleansing balm quickly and effortlessly melts away makeup (including long-wearing and stubborn eye makeup) without stripping your skin or leaving any residue behind. Transforming from a sorbet-like balm to a milky lather, it seamlessly removes sunscreen, visible impurities, and excess oil while gently exfoliating skin to leave your complexion hydrated and smooth.

*Note: Farmacy is cruelty-free, but Farmacy is owned by P&G, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

Then I Met You Living Cleansing Duo

Best vegan cleansing duo

Makeup, city grime, pollution — our skin is exposed to so many impurities throughout the day, that can lead to premature aging, breakouts and rough skin. By incorporating the Living Cleansing Balm (an oil-based cleanser) and The Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel (a water-based cleanser), you’ll be sure to remove these dulling elements from the surface.

*Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator

Best vegan face exfoliator cleanser

Gentle enough for daily use, this rice-based powder cleanser exfoliates with unique visibly brightening enzymes (without overprocessing your skin). Activated by water, it transforms into a foaming, creamy paste, releasing papain and salicylic acid to minimize the appearance of blackheads, uneven texture, and hyperpigmentation.

*Note: Dermalogica is cruelty-free, but Dermalogica is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

E.L.F. Gentle Peeling Exfoliant

Best drugstore vegan facial exfoliant

A gentle exfoliant that peels away dry, dead skin to bring your fresh face forward. E.L.F.’s best-selling gentle exfoliant works to shed layers of dry skin buildup and restore your radiant, youthful complexion. The liquid formula is full of nourishing tangerine, papaya, and licorice extracts that soothe skin, while prepping it to better absorb the benefits of your other face products.

COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser

Best vegan face wash under $15

COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser is an ultra-gentle face wash formulated with pore-purifying ingredients that gently rinse away impurities. While refining the skin texture, this cleanser will help cleanse with no stripping. Great for all skin types, wake up to a firmer-looking skin while letting it rest clean during the night.

Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser

Best 2-in-1 vegan face wash

This is a nourishing cream and gel cleanser in one. The “milky” phase conditions skin to keep it fresh, happy, and moisturized. The “jelly” phase works to dissolve oil, dirt, and makeup. It’s gentle enough to use daily, twice a day, or more! It’s formulated with five skin conditioners (like Allantoin and Pro-Vitamin B5) that leave your skin feeling baby soft (not like you need to rush for moisturizer afterwards)

*Tatcha The Rice Wash Soft Cream Cleanser

Best vegan cream cleanser

A PH-neutral, daily cream cleanser that gently washes away impurities without stripping skin—leaving it hydrated, feeling soft, and looking luminous. For centuries, Japanese women have repurposed the milky water leftover from rinsing rice for cooking to use in their beauty rituals. A rich source of vitamins A, B2, B12, and E, this byproduct softens and boosts the look of luminosity. This original cleansing ritual was the inspiration for this wash, combining Okinawa red algae and hyaluronic acid with Japanese rice powder to replenish essential moisture for clean, hydrated skin.

*Note: Tatcha is cruelty-free, but Tatcha is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

OSEA Ocean Vegan Cleanser

Best-smelling vegan face wash

Wake up your skin and your senses. This seaweed-infused gel cleanser removes everything from surface impurities to excess oils. Scented with an energizing twist of lime and sweet jasmine with a citrusy light note of bergamot.

Blueland Facial Cleanser Starter Set

Best zero-waste vegan face wash

A first-of-its-kind gentle cleanser that transforms from powder into a full bottle of non-foaming gel with a skin-balanced pH. The gentle blend of hydrating ingredients creates a gel that is hypoallergenic, non-irritating and fragrance-free.

KraveBeauty Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser

Best non-stripping vegan face wash

The face wash that leaves your skin feeling cleaner and better. It uses coconut-based surfactants to deeply cleanse without stripping skin. Instead, nourishing Matcha and Hemp Seed Oil restore hydration and antioxidants to the skin. Seems like the wise choice to us!

Naturium Niacinamide Cleansing Gelée 3%

Best vegan niacinamide face wash

This essence-like cleanser is formulated with 3% niacinamide and works to gently dissolve makeup, oil and impurities, while improving the appearance of skin, for a healthier-looking complexion. This niacinamide facial cleanser leaves skin feeling softer, smoother, and balanced, never dry or stripped. Can be used on dry or damp skin.

E.L.F. Holy Hydration! Vegan Face Cream Fragrance Free

For a powerful boost of hydration to the face and luminous skin, indulge in the fragrance-free version of E.L.F’s award-winning moisturizing vegan face cream. It’s packed with skin-loving ingredients that even out skin tone and replenish lost moisture for a firmed up, bouncy complexion. Great for daytime and nighttime use even on sensitive skin, the non-greasy formula quickly sinks into the skin for a smooth, super-soft feel.

Versed Dew Point Moisturizing Gel-Cream

This lightweight vegan moisturizing gel cream with a jelly-like texture absorbs instantly and disappears into your skin, leaving it feeling refreshed, never greasy. Sodium hyaluronate (like hyaluronic acid it helps draw in and retain moisture in skin) and aloe leaf juice hydrate while natural antioxidants found in green tea soothe skin, fight damaging free radicals, and quiet inflammation. Best of all, this daily moisturizer won’t clog pores.

*The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

This formula offers non-greasy hydration that acts as a direct topical supplement of natural moisturizing factor components. It contains 11 amino acids, phospholipids, alpha/beta/gamma fatty acids, triglycerides, sterols and sterol esters, glycerin, ceramide precursors, urea, saccharides, sodium PCA, and hyaluronic acid, offering immediate hydration and lasting results with continued use.

*Note: The Ordinary is cruelty-free, but The Ordinary is owned by Estee Lauder, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

The Inkey List Peptide Moisturizer

This vegan face moisturizer is formulated with peptides, which are small but mighty amino acid chains that support the firming, hydrating proteins for your skin. With continued use, these peptides help support natural collagen, leaving skin youthful and comfortable.

Honest Beauty Hydrogel Cream

Hydration doesn’t have to be heavy. This award-winning, bestselling, cruelty-free, lightweight, moisture-release water cream refreshes and cools on application as it leaves a dewy finish. Infused with Jojoba + Squalane to help hydrate and soothe thirst, while 2 sizes of Hyaluronic Acid help soften and firm skin (reducing the appearance of fine lines).

Vanicream Moisturizing Cream

Vanicream Moisturizing Cream is non-greasy, easy to spread, and quickly absorbed. Helps restore and maintain a normal moisture level. Soothes red, irritated, cracking, or itchy skin. The ideal moisturizing formula for dry skin associated with atopic dermatitis (eczema), psoriasis, ichthyosis, and winter itch.

*First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

The award-winning Ultra Repair cream absorbs instantly to immediately relieve parched skin, is safe for sensitive skin, and is suitable for all skin types and the whole family. Formulated with colloidal oatmeal, this soothing cruelty-free moisturizer leaves skin feeling smooth, hydrated, and comfortable after one use.

*Note: First Aid Beauty is cruelty-free, but FAB is owned by P&G, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Invisible Vegan Moisturizer SPF 30 Sunscreen

This lightweight vegan face moisturizer with SPF applies invisibly on all skin tones and works with makeup—no pilling or flashback. It brightens skin, evens skin tone, and makes fine lines and wrinkles less visible, instantly and over time.

*Note: Fenty Skin is cruelty-free, but Fenty is owned by Kendo, LVMH, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Youth To The People Superfood Air-Whip Vegan Moisturizer

This daily lightweight vegam face cream is made with a proprietary superfood-extract blend of kale, spinach, and green tea to help fight free radicals and hyaluronic acid to support skin barrier function for healthy-looking skin. It works well under makeup, absorbs quickly, and has a light fresh scent.

*Note: Youth to the People is cruelty-free, but YYTP is owned by L’Oreal, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Vegan Face Moisturizer

This refreshing vegan moisturizer reduces the effects of daytime stressors by improving skin’s moisture barrier with probiotics, leaving skin visibly brighter and more balanced. The formula also reduces the appearance of pore size and calms the look of redness with red seaweed and ginger extract.

*Paula’s Choice Omega+ Complex Moisturizer

This delicate, cruelty-free face cream feels like a softening cloud of hydration on application. It improves glow and suppleness with a restorative blend of omega fatty acids that uniquely nourish the moisture barrier for softer and smoother skin over time.

*Note: Paula’s Choice is cruelty-free, but Paula’s Choice is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer

A rescue cream infused with six African oils and a plant ceramide complex for intense moisture and replenishing barrier support. With a pH level of 5.2, Lala Retro has the luxurious texture of a rich face cream without feeling suffocating or heavy.

*Note: Drunk Elephant is cruelty-free, but Drunk Elephant is owned by Shiseido, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Tatcha The Water Cream

The Water Cream provides nutrient-rich, balanced hydration with the unique water-burst that breaks upon application to deliver nourishment without leaving skin sticky or greasy. It clarifies and refines skin with pure, powerful Japanese botanicals: Japanese wild rose visibly tightens pores and smooths skin texture; Japanese leopard lily helps control excess oil and purify skin by supporting natural skin turnover; and hadasei-3—an anti-aging trinity of green tea, rice, and algae—restores healthy-looking radiance. The formula imparts a subtle, shine-free glow with a touch of 23-karat gold.

*Note: Tatcha is cruelty-free, but Tatcha is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

*Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer

This fragrance-free, lightweight daily moisturizer hydrates, reduces the look of shine, and helps balance oil. It is formulated with hyaluronic acid and polyglutamic acid, two powerful moisture magnets that support skin hydration while niacinamide and galacturonic acid absorb excess oil and visibly combat shine. It also contains moringa and papaya to nourish and refresh skin, leaving long-lasting hydration without ever feeling greasy.

*Note: Farmacy is cruelty-free, but Farmacy is owned by P&G, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

NCLA Sugar Sugar Vegan Lip Scrubs

NCLA $16

Description: “An intense, 100% natural and vegan lip scrub that cleanses, gently exfoliates, hydrates, and brightens lips. Formulated with beet sugar, cocoa butter, and agave nectar, Sugar Sugar gently exfoliates while Vitamin C and E hydrates and brightens for the sweetest lips.”

Naturopathica Sweet Cherry Polishing Lip Scrub

Amazon $20

Description: “A delectably effective lip polish, featuring exfoliating cherry seed powder and antioxidant sweet cherry puree, that smooths and nourishes for the softest, healthiest-looking, most luscious lips.”

Bite Beauty* Agave+ Weekly Vegan Lip Scrub

Sephora $22

Description: “A three-in-one lip scrub to cleanse, exfoliate, and condition, for smooth, soft lips, with a delicious vanilla flavor.”

*Note: Bite Beauty is cruelty-free but is owned by Kendo, LVMH, a company that is not cruelty-free.

Lush Mint Julips Vegan Lip Scrub

Lush $12.95

Description: “Get dry lips in mint condition with this castor sugar scrub made with cooling peppermint oil, exfoliating castor sugar and skin-softening jojoba oil.”

Too Faced* Peach Lip Scrub

Sephora $18

Description: “This rich, balmy lip scrub buffs away dry skin and conditions lips, leaving them supple and perfectly prepped for your favorite lip products. This rich, balmy formula hydrates lips, doesn’t leave color behind on skin, and smells like peaches and cream.”

*Note: Too Faced Beauty is cruelty-free but is owned by Estee Lauder, a company that is not cruelty-free.

Milk Makeup KUSH Vegan Lip Scrub

Sephora $22

Description: “An exfoliating, conditioning lip scrub made with natural sugar crystals and hemp stem exfoliators for softer, smoother, more moisturized lips.”

NYX* #THISISEVERYTHING Lip Scrub

NYX $7

Description: “Prep your pout for bold lip colors with NYX #THISISEVERYTHING Lip Scrub! Infused with jojoba oil, this pretty pink lip scrub is literally everything when it comes to prepping your pout. Add this quick step to your lip care routine and save your parched pout in a flash.”

*Note: NYX is cruelty-free but is owned by L’Oreal, a company that is not cruelty-free.

Milani Keep It Sweet Sugar Lip Scrub

Amazon $7

Description: This vegan lip scrub features natural sugar granules to soften the skin and add a kiss of sweetness — leaving your pout feeling glamorously nourished and prepped for color.

Kopari Coconut Lip Scrubby

Sephora $16

Description: “This lip scrub is formulated with antioxidants to nourish and replenish lips in an easy-to-use, mess-free tube leaving you with super-soft lips.”

French Girl Rose Lip Polish

Amazon $18

Description: “An invigorating rose and mint-infused sugar scrub formulated with nourishing butters to gently remove dry skin and leave lips supple and hydrated.”

Kaja* Balmy Bento Lip Balm + Scrub

Sephora $17

Description: “A two-in-one, stacked coconut lip balm and pineapple lip scrub that softens and smooths lips.”

*Note: Kaja is cruelty-free but is owned by MBX, a company that is not cruelty-free.

• Amorepacific
• Caudalie
• Chanel
• Clarins
• Cle de Peau
• Clinique
• Darphin
• Dior
• Dr. Brandt Skincare
• Elemis
• Erno Laszlo
• Estee Lauder
• Eve Lom
• Fresh
• Giorgio Armani

• Givenchy
• Guerlain
• Kiehl’s
• L’Occitane
• La Mer
• Lancome
• La Prairie
• NuFace
• Origins
• Peter Thomas Roth
• Shiseido
• SK-II
• Sulwhasoo
• Tom Ford Beauty
• Yves Saint Laurent

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)

Best Budget Cruelty-Free Eye Makeup Remover! NYX* Eye and Lip Makeup Remover ($8) – An oil-based makeup remover that works on waterproof and stubborn makeup including liquid lipstick! Make sure to shake the bottle to mix the oil and water bi-phase solution.

*Note: NYX is cruelty-free but owned by L’Oreal, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals

Best for Removing Waterproof Mascara! – Urban Decay* Meltdown Makeup Remover Dissolving Spray ($26) – Waterproof makeup doesn’t stand a chance against this powerful yet gentle makeup remover by Urban Decay. Formulated with only three ingredients including conditioning Vitamin E and doesn’t leave a greasy residue behind.

*Note: Urban Decay is cruelty-free but owned by L’Oreal, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals

Best Oil-free Cruelty-free Eye Makeup Remover! – Bliss Makeup Never-greasy Eye Makeup Remover Gel ($8) – A refreshing, oil-free eye makeup remover gel that erases all traces of eye makeup and mascara instantly with no oily residue. Cooling, gentle gel formula soothes as it removes makeup without rubbing or tugging.

Best Natural & Vegan Makeup Remover for Eyes! – Andalou Naturals Lash + Lid Makeup Remover ($13.99) – If you’re looking for a natural yet effective eye makeup remover then you’ll love this one from Andalou Naturals! It’s a creamy emollient that gently wipes away makeup without over-drying, irritation or leaving an oily residue.

Best Budget Cruelty-Free Micellar Water! – Botanics* All Bright Micellar 3-in-1 Cleansing Solution ($7) – “If you’re looking for a dose of radiance then this gentle cleanser is for you. This mild, alcohol-free formula doesn’t just remove traces of make-up and impurities; we infused it with Hibiscus extract, to help in brightening skin and leaving it looking pepped up.”

*Note: Botanics is cruelty-free but owned by Walgreens Boots Alliance, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals

Best Fragrance-Free Micellar Water! – Drunk Elephant* E-Rase Milki Micellar Water ($28) – “Ceramide-rich E-Rase Milki Micellar Water is formulated to thoroughly and gently remove makeup, dirt, pollution, and bacteria from the face and eye area without sensitization, irritation, or stripping skin’s acid mantle. The unique combination of moisturizing ceramides, plant oils, and vitamin E gives the formula its milkiness.”

*Note: Drunk Elephant is cruelty-free but owned by Shiseido, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals

Best Luxury & Oil-Free Micellar Water! – Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Makeup Remover ($66) – A mineral makeup remover made with botanical extracts. Oil-Free & Alcohol-Free formula that doesn’t leave any kind of residue. “As gentle as removing makeup with pure water, Spa Cleansing Water relies on our signature blend of soothing mineral-rich thermal water and conditioning botanical extracts to effectively dissolve even stubborn waterproof makeup with ease.”

Best Micellar Water + Oil Cleanser! Glossier Waterproof Makeup Remover ($15) – Not quite a micellar cleansing water but Glossier’s Milky Oil is a unique blend of micellar water and weightless oil that easily dissolves waterproof makeup effortlessly. “A gentle makeup remover that melts off and lifts away long-wearing and waterproof formulas, without rubbing or tugging the skin”

Best for Oily Skin! – Dermalogica* Precleanse Cleansing Oil ($45) – As the first step of your double cleanse, this is a good vegan cleansing oil. It effortlessly melts and removes layers of makeup and excess oil without clogging pores. It also turns into a milky emulsion once you add water and massage it into your skin. Make sure to follow up with a second cleanser.

*Note: Dermalogica is cruelty-free but owned by Unilever, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals

Best for Dry or Sensitive Skin! – Skinfix Barrier+ Foaming Oil Cleanser ($38) – If you want an oil cleanser but not a fan of oils then you’ll love this foaming oil cleanser! It’s a light-foaming, creamy cleanser that washes and removes dirt and makeup without stripping the skin. It’s also fragrance-free so this is a great gentle makeup remover for sensitive skin.

Best Budget Cruelty-Free Cleansing Oil! – The Ordinary* Squalane Cleanser ($7.90) – For under $10, this is a fantastic cleansing oil. It starts off like a balm-like consistency and once worked into the skin, it turns into an oil-like consistency. A gentle cleanser that works great at removing makeup, formulated with Squalane so it’ll leave your skin feeling moisturized and smooth. And make sure to follow up with a second cleanser!

*Note: The Ordinary is cruelty-free but owned by Estee Lauder, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals

Best Luxury & Organic Oil Cleanser! – Tata Harper Nourishing Oil Cleanser ($82) – This is a multi-vitamin cleansing oil best for removing makeup without stripping the skin. Formulated with 9 sources of vitamins and minerals, 6 sources of antioxidants, and 11 sources to smooth and soften skin texture. All ingredients are from natural origin and 62% are from Organic Farming. Make sure to follow up with a second cleanser.

Best Drugstore Cruelty-Free Cleansing Oil! – cocokind Facial Cleansing Oil ($14) – You can find this all-naturel and vegan cleansing oil at Target and some drugstores. I like it because it’s made with certified organic, fair trade and vegan ingredients and is under $15. Does the job of removing makeup and excess oil without stripping the skin or disturbing its pH.

Best Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm!– Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm ($34) – This is one of the most popular and recommended cleansing balms and it also happens to be cruelty-free and vegan! It transforms from a sorbet-like balm to silky oil to milky lather to remove makeup effortlessly with zero residue. “A makeup remover and face cleanser that virtually melts away all makeup, leaving skin hydrated and silky smooth.” Make sure to follow up with a second cleanser.

Best Fragrance-Free Cleansing Balm! – Drunk Elephant* Slaai Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser ($34) – A great cleansing balm for sensitive skin, transforms from oil to milk to cleanse and moisturize leaving behind a dewy glow. “An innovative cleansing balm that melts all traces of dirt, makeup, sunscreen, and even water-resistant formulations from skin.” Make sure to follow up with a second cleanser.

*Note: Drunk Elephant is cruelty-free but owned by Shiseido, a parent corporation that is not cruelty-free and tests on animals

Best Smelling Cleansing Balm! – Glow Recipe Papaya Sorbet Smoothing Enzyme Cleansing Balm ($32) – If you love scented cleansers, then you’ll definitely love Glow Recipe’s Papaya Cleansing Balm that smells like a tropical vacation! “This balm-to-milky oil harnesses naturally-enzymatic, actively smoothing papaya to satisfy and gently resurface skin, creating the ultimate baby-soft canvas for skincare and makeup.” Make sure to follow up with a second cleanser.

Best Budget Cruelty-Free Cleansing Balm! – Derma E Universal Cleansing Balm ($15) – Available at some drugstores. “This luxurious cleansing balm melts on contact and transforms into lightweight cleansing milk that instantly dissolves all makeup, dirt and excess oil buildup without overly drying the skin, leaving the skin supple, smooth and ultra-hydrated. Enriched with soothing extracts and nourishing vitamins for a deep, yet gentle cleanse.” Make sure to follow up with a second cleanser.

Yes To Cucumbers Facial Wipes ($6) – “Whether you’re out and about, going for a run, or having a late night, these wipes make it a snap to refresh on-the-go. Packed with green superfoods these all-natural, biodegradable wipes naturally refresh and rejuvenate all-in-one. Stay gorgeous, and go from zero to clean in seconds!”

Josie Maran Bear Naked Wipes ($12) – “Remove makeup and cleanse skin gently and naturally with Josie’s ready-to-go, pre-moistened portable Bear Naked Wipes. Infused with argan oil, aloe vera, chamomile, and cucumber, these biodegradable wipes are luxuriously soft and kind to tender eyes and skin.”

Makeup Eraser ($18) – “The Original MakeUp Eraser is a premium, patented, polyester cloth made up of millions of tiny fibers to work as a “suction” for all dirt, makeup and oil in your pores. Double-sided to erase makeup (short fibers) and exfoliate the skin (long fibers, side with tag). Reusable, machine washable, and lasts 3 to 5 years. Ultra-soft and great for sensitive skin. 1 MakeUp Eraser is equal to 3600 makeup wipes! No added chemicals, less waste.”

Face Halo Makeup Remover ($22) – “Face Halo quickly and easily removes makeup, using our amazing HaloTech fibers with water only. Non-toxic and reusable, Face Halo replaces up to 500 single-use makeup wipes. No need to rub or scrub, Face Halo gently removes makeup and impurities, perfect for any skin type or sensitivity”