Tag: cruelty-free

  • Behind the scenes at Tropic

    Behind the scenes at Tropic

    In the beauty industry where competition is fiercer than before and elbows sharply push you out of the way (sounds a bit like blogging), it’s harder to stand out and shout unless there is a big budget behind a campaign. One brand which thankfully doesn’t rely on hype or imitation is Tropic, founded by Susie…

  • Previse: Marine Granules & Nutrify Ozone Defense Shield

    A refreshing, new skincare has landed on our shores and it ticks a lot of boxes. Clean beauty and vegan friendly Previse’s slogan is ‘powered by nature, not by chemicals’ and their Zerofragrance range is a collection of seven plant-based, unscented skincare products free from essential oils and artificial fragrances, and specially formulated by dermatologists.…

  • Janjira: Pomegranate & Acai Facial Cleanser

    Janjira is a name new to me, and the likelihood it’s the same for many. It’s a spa range born in Thailand built around the bathing rituals of ancient Thai royalty. Focussing on inner beauty as well as outer beauty, the products are designed to invigorate the senses spiritually and pamper the body as well.…

  • Sukin: Super Greens

    Natural skincare brand Sukin is a name I’ve been meaning to try and its new Super Greens collection is my first experience of using their products. Formulated in its native country of Australia, the cruelty-free and void of the usual nasties brand offers quality skincare at affordable prices. In their own words, it’s “skincare that…

  • Nude By Nature

    Nude By Nature

    Australia’s number one mineral brand, Nude by Nature has made it to our shores. It’s beauty that’s good for you as it’s cruelty-free, uses native ingredients without harsh synthetic additions and preservatives, is reasonably priced and caters for a wide range of skin tones. The range covers foundations, concealers, setting powders, bronzers, blushers, eyeshadows, contour…

  • Bee Good: Honey & Camelina Facial Exfoliator

    Bee Good: Honey & Camelina Facial Exfoliator

    Not too long ago I reviewed Bee Good’s NectaPerfecta Beautifying Mask, a multi-usage enzyme treatment mask for the face and body made with British beeswax. Bee Good has a number of other natural-based products in its range and one I’ve been testing for about six weeks is the Honey & Camelina Facial Exfoliator*. It’s a…

  • The Original Makeup Eraser

    The Original Makeup Eraser

    Would you trust a flannel to remove your make-up? What if it was a magical flannel? Well the Makeup Eraser*, which removes all traces of makeup, has been a huge hit in the States and is now available in the UK. Launched two years ago, the Makeup Eraser is a soft flannel that only uses…

  • Review: Sigma 3DHD Kabuki Brush

    Review: Sigma 3DHD Kabuki Brush

    I don’t normally blog about one singular make-up brush but this one is an exception and it’s my first foray into Sigma brushes. The Sigma 3DHD Kabuki Brush has changed the way I apply foundation. It distributes product evenly and smoothly, leaving a flawless finish and I owe it to Fleur de Force for recommending…

  • Foundation Files: Urban Decay Naked Skin

    Foundation Files: Urban Decay Naked Skin

    Roll up, roll up, it’s time for another in-depth look at a foundation. This time it’s my favourite brand, the ubiquitous Urban Decay under scrutiny. Urban Decay’s major coup is without a doubt the Naked franchise. It’s spearheaded an obsession for neutrals and led to endless imitations from rivals yet Urban Decay remains the original and the…