What Makes Body Products Vegan?

What Makes Body Products Vegan?

When you hear the word “vegan,” you most likely think of food. People who are vegan do not eat anything containing animal products. That means no meat, no honey, no eggs, no dairy, etc. But there are other areas in life where a vegan mindset can be adopted. For example, many vegans also choose not to wear animal products like leather and even seek out cosmetic products that are vegan. That's right; even body products can be made vegan. 

Many traditional body products contain some commonly used animal products like beeswax, honey, collagen, lanolin, or keratin. All of these ingredients come from animals and are, therefore, not vegan. Vegan body products use ingredients that are not derived from animals. 

However, just because a product is made with vegan ingredients doesn’t necessarily mean it is “all-natural” or “cruelty-free.” Today, we’ll cover everything you need to know about vegan body products, so hop on board. 

What Is A Vegan Body Product?

By definition, vegan body products avoid using ingredients or manufacturing processes that involve any animal byproducts. Vegan body products even avoid animal byproducts that don’t harm the animal. For example, vegan products exclude common ingredients like beeswax and honey, even though the bees don’t have to be killed to obtain the ingredients. 

This can be confusing if you are not a vegan yourself. Basically, if it involves an animal in any way, it is not vegan. 

There are many plant-based and artificial ingredients that are considered vegan, which can be used to similar, if not identical, effects. However, when it comes to vegan body products, not all products are created equal. In fact, a product can even be considered vegan but not cruelty-free. 

Vegan Vs. Cruelty Free

So, you’re seeking out vegan body products because you love animals and want to make more ethical decisions when shopping. You should know that there are several different labels used for products that will help you to narrow down which products to choose. One key distinction is the difference between vegan and cruelty-free. 

Cruelty-free products are specifically products that are not tested on animals. Vegan products are products that don’t use animal ingredients. So, if you are looking to buy body products that are more animal friendly, then you want to make sure that the product is both vegan and cruelty-free. 

If a product is only labeled as vegan and not cruelty-free, then that means it has vegan ingredients but could still have been tested on animals. If you are in it for your furry friends, this might feel a little counterintuitive. Opt for products that are both vegan and cruelty-free so you can rest assured that your conscience will be clear. 

Are Vegan Products All Natural?

When talking about cosmetics and body products, the term all-natural gets thrown around a lot. It is important to note that just because a product is vegan doesn’t necessarily mean that it is created with all-natural ingredients, either. 

Nowadays, people are a lot more conscious about the ingredients in their cosmetic products. This is smart because the regulations on what is allowed in cosmetic products are very lenient. Oftentimes products can contain sneaky harmful ingredients. It is a healthy practice to be skeptical about ingredients in your body products. 

That said, products that are all-natural are generally thought to be created with natural, plant-based ingredients that are found in nature. However, the term “natural” isn’t necessarily regulated in any way. Natural products can, in fact, still include up to 30% synthetic ingredients. 

Vegan products are not necessarily all-natural. The term vegan is simply used to describe ingredients that are not derived from animals. It doesn’t address what they are derived from. 

Still, you will commonly find that vegan products are, in fact, also considered all-natural and cruelty-free. But it is important to know that all of these labels are individual of one another. 

Vegan Body Products We Recommend

Now you know what a vegan body product is, but it can still be difficult to find body products that tick all the right boxes. Luckily, here at Bubbly Belle, we create vegan body products that will help you relax and leave you with radiant, glowing skin. 

Vegan Bath Bombs

Our bath bombs are all hand-made in the USA and are vegan, gluten-free, paraben-free, and 100% kid-safe. We offer a ton of different kinds of bath bombs, perfect to suit any mood. All of our bath bombs are made with premium natural ingredients and pure essential oils. Best of all, each bath bomb comes with a surprise ring inside! So, give yourself the gift of a luxurious bath with our vegan bath bombs and collect a shiny new ring with each soak.

Vegan Body Scrubs

If you don’t have a bathtub or baths aren’t your thing, then try out a relaxing body scrub. All of our body scrubs are created with natural ingredients that are 100% vegan. We have the perfect body scrub to suit any mood. Whether you are looking to energize your morning routine with a Coffee Scrub or wind down with a relaxing Destress Scrub, we’ve got you covered. All of our scrubs are made with top-notch, vegan ingredients and all-natural essential oils. 

Essential Oils

Essential oils are the perfect match for a vegan lifestyle. Essential oils are concentrated oils derived from plants, no animals involved. You can use essential oils in a diffuser to scent a room or take them on the go with a stylish piece of diffuser jewelry. No matter how you choose to use essential oils, they are a great vegan body product that is sure to enhance your self-care game.

Vegan Body Products As A Gift

Vegan body products make for a thoughtful and ethical gift. Most people enjoy taking time to de-stress, relax, and revitalize themselves. Giving the gift of self-care is priceless. With lots of great gift bundles to choose from, we make gifting vegan body products easy. Simply pick out the set that suits your gifting needs best, and we’ll do the rest. 

In Conclusion

Vegan body products are created without any animal byproducts. Because we care about all living creatures here at Bubbly Belle, we create all our products to be vegan. With so many great natural ingredients and essential oils to choose from, it is easy to create fantastic, effective products without animal byproducts. We simply don’t need them. 

All of our vegan bath products are great for creating your very own spa experience in the comfort of your home. Simply choose the perfect body scrub or bath bomb for you and get ready to experience all the wonderful benefits of pampering yourself. 

If you are a bath bomb fanatic like us, you will be in bath heaven with any one of our vegan bath bombs. What's better than a relaxing bath full of amazing scents and moisturizing ingredients? One that ends with you getting a shiny new piece of jewelry! You will leave the bath feeling fully renewed and blinging out with a stylish new ring. Seriously, what more could you want? 

Treat yourself to some #self-care, and indulge in any one of our vegan bath products. We promise you won’t regret it!



Sources:

What is vegan skin care and is it better for you? | Today

Why You Should Care About Vegan Beauty? | NY Times

What Natural, Organic and Non-Toxic Really Means on Beauty Product Labels | Harpers Bazaar

Is Beeswax Vegan | Healthline

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