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The makeup and cosmetics industry in the UK is massive, indeed it is the seventh-largest in the world and is worth billions of pounds each year. It\u2019s fair to say that makeup producers have not always had the best reputation when it comes to animal testing or when it comes to the inclusion of various chemical nasties. But these days there are many cruelty free and vegan-friendly makeup and cosmetics brands that offer a wide variety of high-quality products.<\/p>\n
In this article, we\u2019ll run through some of the top UK vegan makeup and cosmetics brands and we\u2019ll outline what they offer and where you can purchase their products. We will focus on makeup (for faces, eyes, lips and bodies) and nail polish and other nail products rather than some other products that might sometimes fall under the \u201ccosmetics\u201d umbrella (such as haircare products). We\u2019ll also briefly explain what makes some makeup non-vegan, though for a more detailed analysis, check out our article entitled Are Makeup And Cosmetics Vegan?<\/a>. We will also explain the difference between cruelty free and vegan products (which are not necessarily the same thing).<\/p>\n We gave basic information about some of the best vegan-friendly makeup and cosmetics brands in the aforementioned article, Are Makeup & Cosmetics Vegan? But here we\u2019ll expand the information with details of what each has to offer in terms of the types of products and also where you can purchase them.<\/p>\n As well as makeup for lips, eyes, faces and bodies, Barry M also has a wide range of nail polish and other nail-related products. Their products are also excellent value compared to many out there too, with lip liners available for \u00a32.99, highlighting palettes for \u00a37.99 and mascara for \u00a34.99.<\/p>\n As with many well-established cosmetics brands, they cover all bases when it comes to makeup including anything you might need or want for your eyes, face and lips as well as a wide range of nail products. They also have a wide range of gift sets for those seeking presents for others (or indeed themselves!). A little pricier than Barry M, but their products are highly regarded.<\/p>\n Be@One puts a strong emphasis on the inclusion of natural ingredients so their lipstick, for instance, includes avocado oil, aloe vera and argan oil (made from the kernels of the argan tree that is native to Morocco, we\u2019ve just discovered!). Not the cheapest option but the quality is superb, as are the ethics.<\/p>\n Of course, the decision to avoid all the usual chemical ingredients is laudable on many levels, but it comes at a price. Thankfully it is a price many consumers are willing to pay, whether because they are concerned about their own health or indeed that of the environment. And the prices are not astronomical, but just a little more than you might expect to pay if you went along seeking an everyday lipstick or mascara. But they\u2019ve been picking up plenty of beauty awards over the years and for those seeking organic and natural makeup products, they are hard to beat.<\/p>\n As we explain elsewhere on the site, there are numerous animal-derived products that are used in cosmetics and makeup. These include some things that obviously come from animals such as beeswax or honey (and no, honey is not vegan<\/a>). There are loads of other animal-derived ingredients in cosmetics that are less obvious, however. These include things like lanolin (from sheep\u2019s wool<\/a>), lactose (from milk), guanine (from fish scales) and plenty more besides. It\u2019s often the case that such ingredients will be listed as something rather obscure (or not at all), so vegans should only pick products that are overtly labelled as being vegan.<\/p>\nBest Vegan Makeup & Cosmetics Brands in the UK<\/h2>\n
Barry M<\/h3>\n
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Vegan cosmetics brand, Barry M, has been around since the early 1980s and it has always been against animal testing. All its products are 100% vegan and they have a lot of products! Whether you are seeking lip gloss, mascara, eye shadow, blusher or body glitter, you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice at Barry M\u2019s.<\/p>\n![\"Barry](\"https:\/\/www.veganfriendly.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/barry-m-makeup.jpg\")
<\/p>\nBeauty Without Cruelty<\/h3>\n
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Beauty Without Cruelty was one of the pioneers of cruelty-free cosmetics and has been around for over six decades. It is 100% vegan and cruelty free and uses recycled materials wherever possible. They also focus on including natural and pure ingredients and are often cited as a brand that works well for those with sensitive skin.<\/p>\n![\"Beauty](\"https:\/\/www.veganfriendly.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/beauty-without-cruelty.jpg\")
<\/p>\nBe@One<\/h3>\n
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Founded by former model and makeup artist Milena Thacker and former model, vocal vegan and former spouse to Beatle Paul McCartney, Heather Mills, Be@One (or Be At One, if you prefer) are a relatively new cosmetics brand. But what they lack in experience compared to those mentioned above, they make up for in the quality of their products. Though their range is not extensive as things stand, they are proving popular among ethical consumers and we fully expect them to expand their lines in due course.<\/p>\n![\"Be](\"https:\/\/www.veganfriendly.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/be-at-one-collection.jpg\")
<\/p>\nVE Cosmetics<\/h3>\n
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Another 100% vegan cosmetics brand but one that is sure to appeal to those who want to bring out their dark side. For instance, they describe their Black Hole Moisture Liquid Lipstick as \u201cthe deepest black known to man\u201d (and it\u2019s pretty darn black!), while their range of eyeshadows is certainly not for the meek and mild among you. Again, not a cheap option but perfect for a present or treat.<\/p>\n![\"VE](\"https:\/\/www.veganfriendly.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ve-makeup.jpg\")
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The e.l.f. cosmetics brand offers a good value option to those seeking vegan-friendly makeup and accessories. Easily accessible from some of the biggest high street stores, from Amazon or in various other retailers, e.l.f. have products covering just about all aspects of makeup from lipsticks and lip gloss to primers, concealers and foundations, to eyeshadow, mascara and eyeliners. And the big appeal is that most of their products are available at very reasonable prices too.<\/p>\n![\"e.l.f.](\"https:\/\/www.veganfriendly.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/elf-makeup.jpg\")
<\/p>\nINIKA Organic<\/h3>\n
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For those seeking a natural, organic (and of course 100% vegan) makeup brand, INIKA Organic might well appeal. Established in Sydney in 2006, they focus on ingredients that are 100% natural. This means they do not include any petrochemicals or synthetic substances, there are no parabens, sulphates, or any other chemical nasties, and no animal-derived products of any kind.<\/p>\n![\"INIKA](\"https:\/\/www.veganfriendly.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/inika-makeup.jpg\")
<\/p>\nZao<\/h3>\n
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French makeup brand Zao began life in 2012 and take sustainability one step further than most by offering refillable products which come in bamboo containers. So when your makeup runs out, you can simply buy the refill, such as a compact powder or eyeshadow block. Again, there is a trade off between natural, organic ingredients and price, but as with INIKA, plenty of people are willing to pay that little bit extra to purchase products that are less likely to have a negative impact on the environment (and possibly their long-term health).<\/p>\n![\"Zao](\"https:\/\/www.veganfriendly.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/zao-makeup.jpg\")
<\/p>\nWhat Stops Makeup & Cosmetics from Being Vegan?<\/h2>\n
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What\u2019s the Difference Between Vegan & Cruelty Free Products?<\/h3>\n