Fine, I’ll say it: the beauty industry has an ugly side -a really really ugly side. More often than not animal testing gets overlooked by consumers. Makeup tested on animals used to be the norm, but a few ethically aware companies have changed the industry standard and now we can all feel good about the products that make us look good. Pucker up and kiss animal testing goodbye with these cruelty free beauty products that will revolutionize the way you cake your face:
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YesTo
Finals week is fast approaching and the stress breakouts are just waiting to erupt! YesTo: tomatoes face masks are an acne fighting essential. YesTo uses 95% natural ingredients, are 100% paraben free, and are made from 100% recyclable materials to keep your skin and the planet happy and healthy! Say “YesTo” a study break and unwind for a few with a facemask!
yesto.com $2.99
Not prone to breakouts? Check out these other face masks from YesTo to look your best all finals week long:
- YesTo: Cucumbers- For sensitive skin http://yesto.com/catalog/collections/cucumbers/
- YesTo: Coconut – For dry skin http://yesto.com/catalog/collections/coconuts/
- YesTo: Carrots – For depleted skin http://yesto.com/catalog/collections/carrots/
E.L.F. Cosmetics Face Primers
Say goodbye to fast fading makeup with E.L.F.’s line of face primers. Whether you have oily skin, big pores, or are prone to acne, E.L.F.’s line has a primer suited to your skin type that will keep your makeup looking better for longer.
elfcosmetics.com $6.00
Pro Filt’r Foundation by Fenty Beauty
At last, a foundation for every skin tone! It’s all thanks to everybody’s favorite rock star: Rihanna, who dropped her Fenty Beauty makeup line earlier this year. Pro Filt’r comes in forty long lasting shades of coverage that will stay in place through whatever your day throws at you!
$34.00 Fentybeauty.com
Naked Heat Palette by Urban Decay
Great news ladies, Urban decay, the makers of the tried and true Naked palettes don’t test on animals. Head to your local Ulta and grab a Naked Heat palette to “heat” up your winter!
urbandecay.com $54.00
Lip Lingerie by NYX cosmetics
If you’re not willing to spring for a Kylie lip kit but still want the effect of a plump pout, then this pick is for you! The Lip Lingerie line comes in 24 shades of cruelty-free perfection!
NYXcosmetics.com $4.20- $7.00
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