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Is Toothpaste Vegan? (Most Major Brands Are Not)

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Toothpaste seems like it should be vegan, right? Well, as I’m about to go over, most toothpastes are not vegan. I highly recommend finding a brand that has a clear vegan-certified logo on the packaging. I’ll explain why, and then give you a few recommendations at the end. Why Most Toothpaste Isn’t Vegan There are 2 issues here: Animal products Animal testing (the main concern) Many...

Is Vaseline Vegan? (Is it Tested on Animals?)

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Vaseline, called petroleum jelly in some cases, comes from petroleum (i.e. oil). It’s a goopy substance that’s often used as lip balm and generally for lubrication. There are no other ingredients in it, so as long as you consider oil to be vegan-friendly, the ingredients aren’t an issue. Many people claim that Vaseline is not vegan, but I find their arguments lackluster. I’ll explain why in...

Is Crest Toothpaste Vegan? (Are the Pork Claims True?)

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Go on certain forums, and you’ll see claims that Crest contains pork, and isn’t vegan. So I wanted to find out once and for all. Why Crest Might Not Be Vegan I examined all the ingredients in various Crest toothpastes (we’ll go over them in a bit), and I had 3 main concerns: Glycerin – Glycerin can come from animal sources (like pork) or from plant sources. Only Crest would know...

Is Carmex Lip Balm Vegan and Cruelty-Free?

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Carmex is one of a handful of popular lip balms that most people have heard of. But is it vegan? Carmex is not vegan because it contains beeswax and lanolin, even though they don’t test on animals like some other lip balm manufacturers do. What’s the alternative? There are many great lip balms that are 100% cruelty-free and vegan. Here’s my guide to the top 5 vegan and cruelty-free lip...

I Tested 5 Vegan Anti-Dandruff Shampoos (Cruelty-Free)

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It’s not something I particularly like to share, but I’ve had dandruff issues for the last few years. After testing different pomades and hair care routines, I eventually started looking for an anti-dandruff shampoo. Unfortunately, most well-known ones are not vegan, either because they are tested on animals, or contain animal products like keratin. However, there are a decent amount of vegan and...

7 Beeswax Substitutes for Skin and Hair Products (Vegan)

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The best substitute for beeswax depends on what you’re making. While they can all be substituted for each other in a pinch, some do better in different situations. Some alternatives are better for hair products, while others are better for skin products (i.e. lotions and soaps), and some are better for lip balms or candles. I’ll go through each of your options, and what each is best used for...

20 Animal Rights Tattoos for Inspiration

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I’ve gathered a collection of animal rights and vegan tattoos that I’ve found on various other sites. I thought it’d be convenient to have them in one place. Hopefully they can give you some inspiration for any future tattoos. (Source) A minimalist, cute, and powerful message all in one small tattoo. This is probably my favorite of all the ones I found. (Source) “Cows are pals” – A cute...

3 Vegan Alternatives to Boar Bristle Brushes

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Yes, boar bristle brushes do indeed use real boar hair. Unfortunately, boar bristle brushes are the “gold standard” when it comes to hair brushes. They’re especially useful if you’re “no poo” and need to distribute your scalp oil more evenly across your hair. And while there’s no perfect ethical alternative, there are some vegan options that do a decent job. The Most Important Attributes of...

5 Best Cruelty-Free and Vegan Moisturizers With SPF in 2023

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You already know that sunscreen is a good thing if you’re here, so I won’t waste any time trying to convince you. But most sunscreens are not vegan, and some of the ones that are will leave you with dry skin. That’s why I set out to find the best vegan moisturizers that have a decent SPF level. All-in-one protection, that also doesn’t smell bad, leave chalky residue, or cause any other...

The 4 Best Vegan Hair Pomade Brands in 2023

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A while back I needed to get a new (vegan) pomade, and spent a few hours looking at the different options. Here were the top 4 that I ended up considering, I’m pretty sure any one would’ve been fine. There’s a mix of water and oil-based pomades, and also a mix of hold strengths, so you should be able to find one suitable for you. Boardwalk Pomade Boardwalk is a “vegan” company. I typically prefer...