Celebrities such as Beyonce, Natalie Portman, Miley Cyrus, and Ariana Grande are known to be staunch advocates of veganism as not just an ethical way to live, but a good move for one’s health and the environment. With more young women adapting to this compassionate way of living, it’s essential to know that veganism not only means changing the way you eat, as eschewing meat from your diet doesn’t automatically make you a true vegan. To live out this sustainable and ethical lifestyle, you must walk the walk and talk the talk, which means wearing vegan clothing and footwear, supporting causes that promote animal rights, and using vegan beauty and skincare products. The latter is surprisingly easy to do as there are tons of vegan products in the market to make your beauty routine completely cruelty-free. Here are some easy ways to switch to vegan beauty.
Color your hair with vegan hair dye
If you frequently dye your hair, then you know that maintaining that fresh, vibrant color comes with a price. Not only do you get dry, damaged hair that’s prone to brittleness, but you can also get an irritated scalp. Thankfully, you can get the same beautiful results without the damage by using vegan hair dye. This type of hair colorant contains natural ingredients that won’t irritate your scalp, and it doesn’t contain moisture-sapping ingredients, such as ammonia, which can be found in conventional dyes. Just like other vegan cosmetics, you can be assured that vegan hair dyes aren’t tested on animals, so you can have gorgeous hair without causing harm to our furry friends. To use vegan dyes, do a patch test on your arm first and let it remain there for 24 hours. If you don’t get an allergic reaction from the dye, you can go ahead and color your hair, making sure to follow the directions on the packaging.
Switch to a vegan facial wash
One of the easiest ways to make your beauty routine vegan is to switch to a product that you can use on a daily basis, such as a facial wash. Conventional facial washes are loaded with parabens, phthalates, and artificial fragrances which may not only irritate your skin, but may also cause harm to the environment. In contrast, vegan facial washes mostly contain plant extracts that will gently cleanse your skin without stripping it of moisture. Moreover, some facial washes may even help to reduce acne and even brighten your skin. Some of the most popular, PETA-approved vegan facial washes include 100% Pure Coconut Oil Moisturize Cleansing Milk, S.W. Basics Cleanser, and Burt’s Bees Soap Bark & Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream.
Use a vegan lip balm
Lip balm is one of the most frequently-used beauty products around the world, and even individuals who aren’t makeup fans are sure to own a tube or two of flavored or tinted lip balm. However, conventional lip conditioners often contain alcohol and parabens, which can further dry out chapped or flaky lips. Moreover, they contain animal-derived ingredients, such as lanolin, which is often cruelly obtained from sheep. To make your lip balm habit a little better, why not switch to vegan lip balm? This lip product will keep your lips soft and smooth, and best of all, they’re made without exploiting or harming animals. Some vegan-friendly lip balms include Shea Moisture Shea Butter Lip Balm, Lush Key Lime Pie Lip Balm, and Tarte Quench Lip Rescue.
Switching to a vegan beauty routine benefits your body and the environment. Try these easy ways to make the switch, and be a part of a movement that allows you to be a compassionate beauty aficionado.
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This article was written by guest author Sara Jones.
