Vegan skincare refers to products which do not contain any animal-derived ingredients or byproducts, including common items like lanolin, snail slime, beeswax and honey.
Consumers who prioritize ethical and sustainable production methods are driving this trend forward, favouring brands which utilize natural, plant-based ingredients that nourish and soothe skin.
Infuse
Infuse is available free in the App Store, though certain features require either a subscription or lifetime license fee. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV – Infuse features fresh new designs that combine inspiration with usability; compatible with Apple Family Sharing feature for easy sharing among family members – Infuse can transform into your digital workspace!
EADEM’s Smart Melanin Beauty technology was created by women of color chemists to meet the unique needs of melanin-rich skin, offering cruelty-free and clean solutions with an easy four-step routine. Plus, their products contain mood-boosting ingredients for added skincare benefits and nervous system support!
Versed’s innovative formulas combine tradition with innovation to give mature skin an extra boost. Their products contain ingredients like yarrow root and yerba mate to reduce inflammation, improve elasticity, and contain superfoods such as rose water and jojoba oil for the best possible care. As a vegan brand that emphasizes clean ingredients and eco-friendly packaging – as well as being Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free company; unlike most beauty companies they don’t pay for animal tests but instead take responsibility for themselves while supporting third parties that do test.
Versed
Versed is one of the fastest-growing clean skincare lines in the US, yet unlike other “clean” lines only sold at high-end boutiques or retailers, Versed can also be found at your local drugstore. Co-created by Who What Wear cult apparel line founder Michael Kors and minimalist makeup brand Merit founder Patrick Devine; Versed features highly effective yet gentle formula without flowery scents or unnecessary add-ins (think Tom Hanks of skincare!).
These vegan, cruelty-free products include Day Dissolve Cleansing Balm, Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution and Dew Point Moisturizing Gel-Cream; each designed to address specific skin concerns by including ingredients like red algae extract, tea tree oil and chamomile flower extract in their formulations.
As well as its product offerings, the business prioritizes customer engagement through skincare education and transparency. Instagram Stories offer bite sized information on ingredients used, sources used and effectiveness which helps create a loyal following for their products.
Acure
Acure uses only high-grade ingredients in its products to ensure safe, natural skincare solutions that actually work. Their products are free from parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, petrochemicals and mineral oil – they’re even cruelty-free as no animals were tested! Moreover, Acure uses sustainable packaging made of plant material.
Their signature product, Brightening Facial Scrub with Sea Kelp and French Green Clay, detoxifies and exfoliates the skin while Also of note are their Seriously Soothing Blue Tansy Oil which calms and moisturizes.
Leaping Bunny and PETA have certified this brand cruelty-free. Additionally, they belong to the Clean Beauty Coalition as members, but do not yet meet all criteria to be B Corp Certified companies – something they plan on changing in future though. Furthermore, this brand uses ethically sourced mica in some hair care formulas but are working toward eliminating its use going forward; third-party audits for manufacturing, sourcing, clinical testing, safety/contaminant testing as well as efficacy are conducted regularly by third-party auditors.
