Animal testing and the cosmetics industry: everything you need to know
Introduction Since March 2013 it has been illegal to sell cosmetic products within the European Union that have been newly tested on animals or cosmetics that contain any ingredients that have been tested on animals. As a whole animal testing in the cosmetic industry is undergoing a slow but steady change with modern consumers
The ‘Clean Beauty’ Trend and why it matters
Introduction The clean beauty movement is a direct result of consumers becoming more conscious of their purchasing power and more knowledgeable about the products they use. Clean beauty is a bit of a catchphrase used by some as there are no hard and fast guidelines or rules that govern the clean beauty trend. The
Veganism and why more people are embracing the vegan lifestyle
Introduction In a consumer-driver society more people are beginning to appreciate the impact of individual decisions. Collective decisions to reduce animal based food and products consumption is a simple yet effective way to reduce the strain on the planet and reduce animal suffering. Not everyone follows a completely vegan lifestyle all the time but
Harmful chemicals & ingredients to avoid when buying lipstick
Introduction Makeup is fun, makeup is therapeutic as it can help us feel good on a day we may not necessarily be feeling our best. It can help us highlight our best features while playing down areas we are not so fond of. A dash of lipstick can completely alter our look and make