Our skin absorbs approximately 60% of what we apply, so it’s important to use products that don’t have harmful ingredients and are also cruelty-free. We picked some of the best cruelty-free beauty products you need to have in your beauty bag right now.
When in doubt, go all natural with these skincare secrets:
1. Wet N Wild is one of the best brands for makeup lovers on a budget and is PETA certified. Their Color Icon Rainbow Highlighter has micro-fine pearl pigments to give an everlasting glow. Stockist: clicks.co.za
2. Anastasia Beverly Hills is famous for its brow products so of course their amazing dipbrow pomade is an essential part of any woman’s makeup bag. Not only does it come 11 shades but is a PETA certified brand. Stockists: hashtagawesome.co.za
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3. INOAR is a proudly South African brand that offers a wide range of products to cater for all the different hair types while being a 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Their Absolut DayMoist range is ultra-hydrating and makes your crown shine. Stockists: inoar.co.za
4. Kat Von D has bold makeup that’s gained a following over the years, and they’re also PETA certified and working towards becoming a 100% vegan line. This brand is best known for its Tattoo Liner which will get you the perfect winged look without hurting any of your furry friends. Stockists: musebeauty.co.za
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5. Urban Decay is for the city-chic girl who needs her makeup to work as hard as she does on a daily basis. This brand is certified by Leaping Bunny, which is a coalition of 8 animal protection groups. Their Naked Palette is one of the most popular eyeshadow pallets at the moment and a definite beauty bag essentials. Stockists: foschini.co.za
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6. Noughty Haircare is not only cruelty-free but all their products are vegetarian and vegan friendly as well. This means they do not use any ingredients taken from animals such lanolin. Their Wave Hello Curl Defining Conditioner With Avocado Oil & Sea Kelp help nourish curly and wavy hair, and to define curls for more volume and luscious curls. Stockists: clicks.co.za
7. NYX is one of the best brands high-performing, super-pigmented makeup that comes in very extensive shade ranges. This brand is best known for their smooth and moisturizing liquid lipsticks, especially their velvety smooth Soft Matte Lip Cream and Lip Lingerie Liquid Lipstick. Stockists: clicks.co.za
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