New Year 2021: the must-have vegan products for your skincare

People are caring more and more about the environment and what they put into their body. It makes sense then that vegan skincare has seen a boom over the last few years. It is very probable that you are already using vegan products and just don’t realise it. Such has been the demand over the last few years that most companies just started to change the way they produce their skin care.

Entire vegan skincare ranges are still hard to come by as even the most organic and cruelty-free ranges still use animal byproducts such as beeswax or lanolin. These need to be swapped to fruit waxes or nut butters and oils to make them vegan in every sense. Vegan skincare doesn’t give off that hippy vibe anymore. As they are so popular nowadays, their packaging has become more colourful and fun to appeal to the masses and fits on our shelves alongside the best of them.

The Ordinary is one of the most well known vegan brands. You probably didn’t even know it was so as it has been so well integrated into skincare routines and incorporated on shop shelves. It is affordable and cruelty-free skincare. One of their best sellers is the Caffeine Solution 5%. This is an under eye cream containing a high concentration of caffeine. You massage a small amount into the eye contour morning and night, leaving the only bags you have to worry about being those on your arm. Try keeping it in the fridge for even better results. The Ordinary are available at LOOKFANTASTIC who have a fairly ample vegan and cruelty free range. You can make huge savings on The Ordinary and many more with a LOOKFANTASTIC discount code uk.

Another great brand to check out is BYBI, created by beauty bloggers and skincare experts Elsie and Dominika. Their products are not only 100% natural, vegan and cruelty-free but their packaging is made from sugarcane, a by-product of the sugar industry making it completely sustainable. Some of their products are great stocking fillersand they also have consciously curated gift sets packaged in stylish, sustainable pouches. The ideal gift for the beauty maven with a conscience.

Odacité is the new kid on the block and their products are 100% vegan. Their best sellers are their serum concentrates, the magic potion for those with any sort of problem skin. Each bottle contains a powerful blend of oils and plant extracts that are aimed towards specific issues. Dehydrated skin becomes plump again, clogged pores are freed, these are just a couple of examples of their skin wizardry. The bottle may be small but it will last as just a drop goes a long way with these serums. This is definitely a must for any skincare regime.

Australian brand Aesop are also available at LOOKFANTASTIC. Their products are 100% vegan and do not contain any derivatives from animal ingredients or byproducts. They combine the miracle of science with the power of plant-based products. All of their products are high-quality and scientifically proven to be skin friendly. Their Lightweight Facial Hydrating Serum conditions and gives the skin a plump, hydrated and glowing complexion. The formula is oil free and includes smoothing ingredients like Aloe Vera and Ylang Ylang. Glass bottles and minimal labels make these a great contender for gifts as they are made to be displayed.

Superdrug’s own brand vegan cruelty free range B has been given a revamp to compete with the new products on the market. They have products starting from just £1.45 for a pack of facial wipes. B differentiates itself from a lot of other ranges, not just with it’s great value. They have products that are not only geared towards women, but also men as well as a selection of unisex items. A recent study by Esquire magazine revealed that men in a relationship are spending an average of £149.17 every three months on grooming products and skin care! B’s men’s skincare range contains general skincare products for men and the essential beard grooming kits. Gone are the days of an unruly beard.

The Glowcery was started in March 2020 and in less than a year has become one of the brands to watch. The premise behind the company is to feed your skin like you feed your body. All the products are made with 100% natural, fresh and superfood ingredients. Each ingredient is sourced from something you will find in your fridge or at your local greengrocers, hence the name. Providing nutrition to the skin is just as important as providing it to the body. Their superfood products calm irritations and breakouts while protecting the skin from external aggressors. Try their clean greens superfood serum facial oil, which leaves even the most stressed of skin soothed.

With such a fantastic range of products available from these vegan brands, you can shop with a clearer conscience in 2021.