Hi guys,
In this post I’m going to talk about why I went cruelty free, what I use that’s cruelty free and what brands are cruelty free.
I’ve only recently switched to cruelty free products (approx 1/2 months ago). The reason is that I LOVE animals, before when I used all types of makeup I tried not to think about the fact it’s tested on animals but still used it. I saw all the documentaries, articles and pictures about animal testing and yes it did make my stomach turn but I turned a blind eye to it.
My decision to go cruelty free came a lot later though, it wasn’t through watching videos it was just a snap decision that I made (and thank god I did). I think I was just going through my normal routine of putting on my makeup when I thought “why am I using this makeup when animals have been experimented on for it”. This is why I use cruelty free products. Why should animals be experimented on with products that humans use?! Animals are not there for our needs, they deserve to be treated with respect.
So since then I’ve been buying only cruelty free products for my makeup, skincare and hair care. Unfortunately I can not afford to replace all I have so what I did was use the old stuff up then replace it with cruelty free products.
So yes some of my makeup is not cruelty free but as soon as it’s used up then it will all be. My makeup that is not cruelty free is my:
- Mascara
- Contour
- Powder
So it’s not too bad.
I use Urban Decay’s eyeshadow pallettes, I have for ages so I was very relieved to find out Urban Decay was a cruelty free brand.
This is my foundation and concealer that I use, both very good coverage and a nice consistency. Before I went cruelty free I used Rimmell London’s foundation, which was good but I prefer this one. The price difference was only £2/3.
In this picture it shows the eyebrow promade I use, eyeliner pen & pencils, glitter and glitter eyeliners (UD).
These are the highlights/illuminaters that I use. The Urban Decay one is more subtle but still shimmery.
These are all the lipstick/liquid lipsticks/lip liners that I use, I highly recommend all of them.
(I apologise for my picture quality as I’m using my phone and the lighting wasn’t too great)
In case any of you are interested in using cruelty free products here are some makeup brands that do NOT test on animals:
- Anastasia Beverly Hills
- BareMinerals
- Kat Von D
- NARS
- Urban Decay
- Too Faced
- Smashbox cosmetics
- Colour pop
- Morphe
- NYX
- elf
- Bh cosmetics
- Pixi
- Charlotte Tilbury
- Eyeko
- Tarte
- Real Techniques
Here are some skin/body care that is cruelty free:
- Lush
- The Body Shop
- Aesop
- Kiss my face
- Herbivore botanicals
Obviously there are loads more and you can find more out at Peta- easy ways to go Cruelty Free.
When I’m out and about I like to use an app called Bunny Free, which is basically a search engine for product brands.
Say if you’re out and want to know if a product tests on animal all you have to do is type it into this app and it’ll tell you whether it tests on animals or not.
I hope you have enjoyed or found this post useful, I’d just like to say that I in no way judge/think badly of those who don’t use cruelty free products. Every one is entitled to their own views and I respect those that use all products.
What cruelty free products do you like/use?
Love, Jess x
Great blog post, xx
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Thank you xx
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Thanks for this . I usually just look for natural and cruelty free on my shampoos and conditioners . I aprreciate the list so I will know what to buy in the future
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Aw I’m glad I helped you!
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I love this! I’m definitely going to be downloading the app ☺️
Xo
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I’m glad you liked it xx
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That is the same reason why I went cruelty free! I love my pets and any animals and felt guilty when I would use something tested on animals
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I decide to start cruelty free just a snap too. I did not watch any documentation or anything. I just think if a cruelty-free product works for me, why I would support those that test on animals? I mean testing on animals doesn’t make their products work better and give me flawless skin. It is such a unnessery step.
Going vegan is similar thoughts too. I don’t think I can eat like a vegan so having everything other than food to be vegan is the only thing I can do.
I am glad to see NYX is on the list. I just order
something from their site two weeks ago 😂
The website comes handy! I need to search site that does for vegan too!
To Hank you so much for sharing!
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Yeah exactly! I completely agree it’s so unnecessary and I don’t want to be a part of it haha, I know I was so relieved when I saw NYX was cruelty free cos I use a lot of their stuff! I’m so glad it was helpful for you, thank you for taking the time to read and comment! Means a lot x
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Thank you for providing resource and help beginners like me too!
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No problem!!
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I also made the choice to only buy cruelty free makeup in the future. I am going to use up the ones I have and only purchase CF ones.
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That’s what I’m doing! Best decision I’ve made tbh
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Yes to cruelty free! Great post
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Thank you!
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I’ve just downloaded the app! Thanks for letting us know about it
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No problem x
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