If you’re like me, then you love animals and care about their well-being. I’m sure that most of you are aware of the cruel treatment and testing that some cosmetic companies conduct on innocent animals. If you are not okay with this, and if seeing animals in pain bothers you (which I hope it does!), I strongly suggest that you consider switching over to cruelty-free products. I have recently decided to make this switch, and at first I was nervous that it would be difficult finding cruelty free products at local stores. After doing some research, it turns out it really isn’t difficult at all, and it’s not much more expensive either! Here is a list of several brands and the great products they offer, all made while never once mistreating an animal.
Physicians Formula
*Physicians Formula Conceal Rx, $9.55
Physicians Formula is a great brand. My personal favorite product from them is their concealer. I swear it will cover anything!
Palmer’s
*Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Solid Formula, $5.50
Palmers is a great brand because they have virtually everything under the sun to keep your skin healthy and hydrated. Their signature cocoa butter is one of the best products I’ve ever owned, seriously.
Organix (OGX)
*OGX Coconut Milk Shampoo, $5.50
When looking for cruelty-free shampoos and body wash, it can be a grueling task to find them in a local drug store. Organix is an exception, though! They carry body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and a variety of hair products that leave your hair feeling and smelling amazing.
Pixi
*Shea Butter Lip Balm, $8
Pixi’s products have super cute packaging! These lovely tinted lip balms aren’t heavy on your lips like lipstick, but they will certainly make you look just as polished.
Shea Moisture
*Ultra Volumizing Mascara – Black, $8.99
Shea Moisture offers products ranging from lotions to cosmetics. This mascara is great because it really plumps up your lashes and leaves you with a pair of standout eyes.
All of these are examples of great products that I have personally used, and there are so many more available to anyone willing to make a change. Many are reasonably priced, and you can use them while keeping a clean conscience. It’s so easy to make a difference by simply switching from products that are not cruelty-free to ones that are.
*All prices were taken from original product websites, so prices may vary at different drugstore locations.
Photo Sources:
http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/productdetail/face/concealers/02723.html
https://www.ogxbeauty.com/hair/coconut-milk/shampoo/
http://www.target.com/p/pixi-shea-butter-lip-balm/-/A-14963891
http://www.sheamoisture.com/SheaMoisture-Cosmetics-Ultra-Volumizing-Mascara–Black-_p_1455.html