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13th of December, 2021

Why You Should Choose Vegan And Cruelty Free Beauty

Jordan Hazan
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There’s no doubt that you’ve heard of Vegan beauty products. After all, they’re reinventing the beauty industry day by day. Veganism is a lifestyle that eliminates the consumption and use of products and food including ingredients derived from animals.

For those who adopt this lifestyle, it is important that they can trust that their selected products are guaranteed Vegan and Cruelty Free.

Today's consumers are simply more aware and empowered when it comes to what they put in and on their bodies, creating the need for more transparency of the ingredients that are being used within our beauty products. Whether you have decided to adopt a complete Vegan approach or not, recent times have shown people opting for products that include less harsh ingredients and are Cruelty-Free, as they are considered more ethical.

What Is Vegan Beauty?

Similar to Vegan food, Vegan Beauty products have been formulated with zero animal-based ingredients… What’s not to love? Additionally, when products have been labelled as ‘Cruelty Free’ consumers can expect that they haven’t been tested on animals. Common ingredients that we can expect vegan beauty products to not include involve Honey, Beeswax, Albumen, Gelatin, Carmin etc. Ultimately consumers can expect Vegan products to eliminate ingredients that have been derived from animals.

With the need for more transparent beauty products on the rise, consumers are best to opt for products that have been specifically certified as ‘Vegan’ and ‘Cruelty Free’ as this expresses that their practises and ingredients align with the legal requirements.

How To Choose/ Check If Your Makeup Is Cruelty Free

When selecting your Cruelty Free makeup products it is essential to look for the Cruelty Free certification on each product. The certified bunny symbol has been designed to be easily recognisable and effective in distinguishing which products are cruelty free. You can find this symbol on the packaging of your products!

Commonly, brands will use terms such as ‘clean’ ingredients, however it is important to note that this doesn’t include the exclusion of animal-derived ingredients and cruelty free practises. Many brands will consider their products as ‘clean’ by the inclusion of certain ingredients, however it’s essential to look for the certification that guarantees Cruelty Free.

Where To Buy Vegan And Cruelty Free Makeup

DB Cosmetics have developed a range of products that are Vegan and Cruelty Free certified, providing users with sustainable alternatives that will have you feeling your best from the inside out. As a brand, we are dedicated to creating quality products that are affordable for consumers, as depicted in Our Promise.

Not only are all of our products 100% Vegan and Cruelty Free, but also free of nasties including Parabens, Talc and Bismuth. Whether you’re shopping for Makeup or Fragrance, you won’t find beauty products more ethical, safe and affordable than DB Cosmetics!

Check out some of our favourite picks when it comes to establishing your sustainable beauty routine:
  • Longwear 24 Hour Foundation
    Designed to go the distance, this full-coverage foundation offers long lasting wear for every environment! Infused with Vitamin C and E, this foundation achieves flawless wear while promoting even skin tone and skin cell renewal. Experience glam makeup all day long without sacrificing your skin health! Packed with SPF 15 and Aloe Vera, this Longwear 24 Hour Foundation offers intense hydration and protection from the sun.
    • Modern Luxe Face & Eye Palette
      Discover all of your everyday makeup essentials, conveniently in the one palette. Including Blush, Bronzer, Illuminator and Eyeshadow, this palette is your go to beauty product for every makeup look! The best part of this palette is the versatility.. Try using the illuminator on your eyelids for a sheer glamour look, or the bronzer for a brown smokey eye. Certified Vegan and Cruelty Free, what’s not to love?
      • Luminous Lip Gloss
        Achieve flawless plump lips without the damaging ingredients. Infused with Shea Butter, Vitamin E & C, and Hyaluronic Acid, this conditioning formula contributes to soft and juicy lips all day long. With an extensive range of colours, the Luminous Lip Gloss provides ultra shiny, long lasting colour.
        • Centre Stage Curl and Volume Mascara
          Never leave the house again without your Centre Stage Curl and Volume Mascara! Infused with Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate and repair the lashes, this mascara provides intense volume. The creamy, lightweight formula and hourglass brush works to separate the lashes and provide volume from root to tip. Experience Jet-black lashes and smudge free results with this Vegan & Cruelty Free mascara.
        • Blue For Men
          DB Cosmetics isn’t just limited to women. Introducing the fresh and energising Blue For Men cologne! A tribute to the modern gentleman, this fragrance expresses citrus accords and notes of dry Cedar, Frankincense and Sandalwood. Looking for a fragrance to take you from day to night, that isn’t damaging to your skin? Look no further than Blue for Men!