Myths About Vegan Skincare

 

Turning vegan is not only more sustainable and kinder to our multi-legged friends but also can do wonders for your skin. However, while switching to a vegan skincare regime, you will come across a lot of conflicting, confusing, and misleading information. That is why, in this article, we will be busting some of the most popular myths about vegan skincare.

 

Myth #1. Vegan makeup won’t last long

 

It is a common misconception that vegan skincare and makeup products are low on durability and pigment. And while this might have been true once, we have come a long way. Today, you can get a wide range of pigmented, vegan-friendly pigments that are waterproof and can be beautifully photographed. In fact, some products can last longer than the non-vegan counterparts.

 

 

Myth #2. Vegan products are all-natural

 

Vegan products are the ones that don’t involve animal-produced ingredients. However, this doesn’t mean that they are made entirely from nuts and leaves. There are tons of vegan skincare products that are entirely or mostly synthetic. An example of this is the Original Vaseline Protective Jelly that is free from animal derivatives. There is no issue in using such products as synthetic ingredients aren’t always synthetic chemicals. As you know, the world of skincare is filled with lab-made and skin-transforming ingredients that are sustainable and eco-friendly.

 

Myth #3. All vegan products are cruelty-free

 

Some companies test their vegan products on animals. If you want to be 100% sure that the product that you are using is cruelty-free, you can look for products that have US PETA accreditation or have official certifications from Leaping Bunny, The Vegan Society. Brands that are cruelty-free and vegan brands are the only ones who receive these accreditations and certifications. Although Europe, PETA and Bunny logos have outlawed animal testing, ensure that your product isn’t sold in China. Here, it is a requirement to test foreign products on animals before they get on the market.

 

Myth #4. Glycerin is not vegan

 

Traditional glycerin comes from animal fat. But, all lipids, animals as well as vegetables, have glycerin. Also, it can be manufactured synthetically. This version is what you will find in most skin care products today. So, you should look for vegetable glycerin or glycerin-containing products that are marked as vegan.

 

 

 

Myth #5. Lactic acid is derived from milk

 

Hearing the term lactic acid might make you think that it has something to do with milk. However, this is not true. This mild exfoliating ingredient improves the texture and tone of the skin. Producers derive it through vegetable-based fermentation, which makes it vegan. In fact, they engineer lactic acid in labs because its original form from cow milk is unstable.   

Myth #6. Collagen is derived from animal sources

 

It is true that most collagen supplements come from fish and others from pigs and cows. However, vegan collagen supplements stimulate collagen production in the body. They are not created from plants as there is no such thing as ‘plant collagen’. There are some products that use proprietary vegan collagen that includes vegan amino acids and algae oil structurally mimicking collagen molecules.

 

Myth #7. Cholesterol is a by-product derived from animals

 

You won’t find cholesterol in plants and so it will never be vegan. However, it is just a lipid or waxy fat that can be replaced easily by plant-derived squalane or omega fatty acids. These offer the same protecting effect and moisturizing. Instead of cholesterol, try phytosterol, a plant alternative with similar properties to cholesterol.

 

At Lowen’s Natural Skincare, you will get safe, affordable, effective, long-lasting, and cruelty-free products that are fair-trade, organic, and contain locally sourced ingredients. So, if you want to go vegan, this is where you start.

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