When you sit in my chair at Glamorama Makeup, you can trust that every product I use is 100% cruelty-free and vegan—because beauty should never come at the cost of an animal’s life or wellbeing.
Animal testing in cosmetics is unnecessary, outdated, and downright cruel. With so many amazing cruelty-free brands creating high-performance products, there’s absolutely no excuse for companies to continue testing on animals. The beauty industry is evolving, and I’m here for it!
Let’s talk about why cruelty-free and vegan products matter, the brands I love, and how you can make more ethical beauty choices.
Why Cruelty-Free & Vegan Beauty Matters
- Animal Testing is Outdated & Unnecessary
Rabbits, mice, and even dogs suffer in laboratories just so companies can sell products in certain countries (looking at you, China). But here’s the truth—there are over 7,000 ingredients already proven safe for use in cosmetics. We don’t need more testing, we need more brands to take a stand! - Vegan Products = Kinder Beauty
Cruelty-free doesn’t always mean vegan (confusing, right?). A product can be cruelty-free but still contain animal-derived ingredients like carmine (crushed beetles—ew), lanolin (sheep’s wool grease—yikes), or beeswax. I only stock 100% vegan products because I believe beauty should be kind to animals in every way. - Better for Sensitive Skin
Many animal-derived ingredients can trigger breakouts or irritation (hello, clogged pores!). Vegan products tend to be gentler, cleaner, and packed with plant-based goodness. If you have sensitive skin, switching to vegan beauty could be a game-changer. - Supporting Ethical Brands = A More Compassionate Industry
Every time you buy a cruelty-free product, you’re telling beauty brands that animal testing isn’t acceptable. Companies follow the money, so let’s put ours toward brands that do better!
My Favourite Cruelty-Free & Vegan Beauty Brands
I’ve tested a lot of products in my years as a makeup artist, and these brands never let me down:
- Rare Beauty – Selena Gomez’s line is stunning, long-wearing, and completely cruelty-free and vegan. Bonus points for her mental health initiatives!
- e.l.f. Cosmetics – Affordable, high-quality, and 100% vegan. Their Putty Primer? Obsessed.
- NYX Professional Makeup – An OG in the cruelty-free game, NYX is my go-to for bold pigments and long-wear lip colours.
- Face Atelier – This pro-favourite brand is completely cruelty-free and vegan, with a flawless foundation formula I swear by.
- Revolution Beauty – Affordable, innovative, and always cruelty-free—perfect for experimenting with new looks.
- Glamorama Vegan Skincare — My very own skincare line is 100% vegan and cruelty-free, made with all natural aromatherapy based ingredients that give amazing results, naturally! Shop my skincare here x
For a full, up-to-date list of cruelty-free brands, check out Cruelty Free Kitty—one of the best resources for ethical beauty!
How You Can Make the Switch to Cruelty-Free Beauty
- Look for Leaping Bunny & PETA logos – These certifications mean a brand definitely doesn’t test on animals.
- Check resources like Cruelty Free Kitty – They keep an updated list of truly cruelty-free brands (because some brands claim they’re cruelty-free but still sell in China).
- Swap products as you run out – No need to throw everything away! Just replace non-cruelty-free products with ethical alternatives when you finish them.
- Support brands that are making a difference – Your purchases matter. Let’s put our money where our ethics are.
Final Thoughts
I refuse to use products that harm animals. It’s that simple. Every brush stroke, every lipstick application, every beauty treatment at Glamorama Makeup is done with love—for my clients and for the animals who deserve to live without suffering.
If you’re thinking of going cruelty-free, start small, stay curious, and don’t be afraid to ask brands questions. Ethical beauty is the future, and together, we can make the industry so much better!
Want a cruelty-free makeover or completely vegan beauty treatment? Book your appointment with me at Glamorama Makeup and let’s create a look that’s as kind as it is beautiful!
