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Vegan beauty is rapidly expanding and improving by the minute. We can be particularly pleased that even more natural fragrance brands are refining their recipes and creating new ones. Whether they've altered their ingredients and packaging or become plastic-free, vegans, and anyone wanting to become more eco-conscious now have more choices than ever with their selection of perfumes. Below are five of our favourite vegan perfume brands, offering cruelty-free high-quality perfumes.&nbsp;<h2> </h2><h2 class="ql-align-justify">Ffern&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ffern.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Ffern</a> is a natural fragrance maker based in Somerset and established in 2018. They are organic, vegan and use sustainably sourced natural ingredients. With significant sustainability goals in mind, Ffern aims to be reusable, plastic-free, recycled and recyclable. With a minimalist appearance and using a subtle and soft aesthetic to sell its products, Ffern creates a vegan perfume brand that feels intimate in their description of how each scent smells and what the creators tried to capture.&nbsp; The rare part about Ffern is that they make one new perfume each season, with batches tightly controlled to avoid waste. These perfumes are available after signing up for their exclusive Ffern Ledger, and they are also the first perfume maker to eliminate plastic from its packaging.&nbsp; <h2 class="ql-align-justify">Experimental Perfume Club&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://www.instagram.com/experimentalperfumeclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Experimental Perfume Club</a> creates vegan, unisex luxury fragrances commended by Vogue, Elle and Refinery29. Launching in 2016 and based in London, Experimental Perfume Club has a modern feel to its brand and vegan perfumes. EPC has crafted scents to wear alone or designed to be blended to create individual, aromatic fragrances.&nbsp; We love that EPC uses delicate ingredients in all their scents with hints of figs, jasmine, citrus, rose and many more. EPC believes in mindful consumption and only produces what they sell. EPC comes with the ability to create your fragrances in custom workshops and consultations to find your perfect fragrance match. They also offer online <a href="https://experimentalperfumeclub.com/product/free-miniclass/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">mini-classes</a> from their EPC academy to guide you through perfumery, learning about ingredients and understanding their components. <h2 class="ql-align-justify">Eden Perfumes</h2><a href="https://www.instagram.com/eden_perfumes_vegan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Eden Perfumes</a> are another vegan perfume brand based in the UK, which started in 2013 and is based in Brighton. Made for vegans by vegans, Eden perfumes team are cruelty-free conscious people who believe in compassionate shopping. The sublime part about Eden perfumes is that they make vegan perfume dupes of popular brands at affordable prices. Eden perfumes create fragrances that are suitable for all and aren't scared to shy away from the commercial florals or sweet smells of perfumes. Eden perfumes are IRCA certified and contain no synthetic preservatives.&nbsp; <h2 class="ql-align-justify">Floral Street</h2><a href="https://www.instagram.com/floralstreet_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Floral Street</a> are a vegan, cruelty-free perfume brand based in London that launched in 2017. Their founder, Michelle Feeny, with experience with The Estee Lauder Companies and Mac Cosmetics, has transformed the brand entirely. Floral Street creates fruity, imaginative scents packed in pretty and inviting packaging. Floral Street has won beauty and sustainability awards with its perfume <a href="https://floralstreet.com/products/wonderland-peony-eau-de-parfum" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">wonderland</a> and is regarded highly by Cosmopolitan. Their packaging is reusable, recyclable or compostable and contains no beeswax in candles.&nbsp;<h2> </h2><h2 class="ql-align-justify">Shay &amp; Blue&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://www.instagram.com/shayandbluelondon/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Shay &amp; Blue</a> are a gender-free, vegan and organic perfume brand. With their fun and young slogans and playful colloquialisms, their advertising appeals to everyone. Founded in London in 2012, Shay and Blue have won various awards and are regarded highly by the likes of Vogue for their best scents. Shay &amp; Blue are devotedly plant-based, made with fruit, spices and flowers. They are also on the road towards plastic-free and carbon-zero net-neutral production with their packaging. Shay &amp; Blue offer fragrance consultations to ensure you find your perfect match.&nbsp; Now we’re smelling devine, here’s some more vegan beauty products to indulge in. Check out our best <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/4-best-vegan-hair-care-products-for-luscious-healthy-locks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">vegan hair care </a>and <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/vegan-and-cruelty-free-makeup-for-your-travel-bag" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">make-up and cosmetics</a> to match.

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The reasons why people become vegan are as varied and as many as the number of vegans in the world. One thing we all agree on is it’s a lifestyle which everyone tries to live in the most genuine and ethical way.&nbsp; When we talk about veganism or plant-based, the first thing that comes to the mind of non-vegans and even new vegans is “What will I eat if I become vegan?”. Questions like these about food are the most common when we talk to non-vegans, or vegans who have just started their journey.&nbsp; But the more pressing question for those who have been vegan for longer is “How will I take care of my beauty now, since many brands test their products on animals?” and “What are the best vegan products on the beauty market that will bring me the results I want?”. The beauty market is the second largest in the world after the food and beverage market, according to Forbes magazine. For this reason, and as we vegans also want to take care of our body and our skin, we decided to bring to our readers some of the best vegan skincare brands for you to try out this Veganuary. And best of all, these brands are based in the UK and prices are suitable for all budgets. <h2>Luna Skins&nbsp;</h2>The founder of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lunaskins_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Luna Skins</a>, Luna Seto, has developed a keen interest in homemade beauty remedies and would look on the internet for hours upon hours searching for the best, natural homemade remedies for her skin. Luna products are packed with caffeine and antioxidants; the formula may improve blood circulation, could reduce the appearance of cellulite, and help prevent premature ageing. The ingredients are different to most brands as 85% of Luna Skins products are made from coffee beans that have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help beat acne blemishes.&nbsp; Luna Skins have gone on to create several products on the market, all of which have given great results for users and this has been noticed by customers, influencers, beauty magazines, and our V-Land UK team. Luna Skins aim to provide high-quality natural beauty remedies for all skin types. They want to help their customers build confidence by giving that individual glowing, radiant skin. Their products can help with those annoying acne scars, cellulite and stretch marks so that you can feel like the best version of yourself. Luna Skins products are about achieving great-looking skin that glows under the spotlight. They are organic, simple, natural products that have no artificial chemicals, and most importantly are 100% cruelty-free. One of the best vegan skincare brands in our opinion. One of our most liked products is the <a href="https://lunaskins.co.uk/shop/coffee-coconut-oil-face-scrub-100ml/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Coffee &amp; Coconut Oil Face Scrub</a> which left our skin silky-smooth by eliminating impurities from the skin, the results were impressive. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/v-land/image/upload/v1673032382/Luna_Skins_0659271d25.png" alt="Vegan skincare products by vegan skincare brand - Luna Skins.">Luna Skins <h2>LU Skincare</h2><a href="https://www.instagram.com/_lu_skincare/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">LU Skincare</a> ensures only the highest-quality ingredients are in their skincare products and could improve the health and appearance of your skin. They cater for all complexions and skin types so wherever you are in the world you can find the one that suits you perfectly. Whatever your skin type is, if you are prone to breakouts or acne, or if you want to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and have fully hydrated, clean and healthy skin they can help you achieve the best results. So they have simply followed Mother Nature’s lead by offering natural skincare with honest ingredients. All their products are beautifully blended using the finest oils of argan, coconut, passionflower seed, avocado, evening primrose and more. Combined with other ingredients such as oat silk means they are amazingly smooth and highly nurturing and hydrating to the skin. Many products contain essential oils which further enhance their range with uplifting or soothing properties. They are suitable for vegans and are not tested on animals. We love all their products, especially their <a href="https://laurenceandumehltd.com/product/skin-boosting-moisturiser-and-serum-2-in-1-with-lavender-and-rose-essential-oils/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Goutte de Rosee</a> and <a href="https://laurenceandumehltd.com/product/almond-scented-skin-rejuvenating-night-cream/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Minuit Cream</a>; the former is especially hydrating and nourishing and the latter is our team’s go-to. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/v-land/image/upload/v1673032493/LU_Skincare_6d7afd650d.png" alt="Tub of pink vegan skincare cream by vegan skincare brand - LU Skincare.">LU Skincare<h2> </h2><h2>Circular Technologies</h2>At <a href="https://www.instagram.com/circulartechnologies/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Circular Technologies</a>, they are advocates of sustainable skincare. Sustainable skincare is essentially choosing products that will meet your skin and beauty needs, without harshly impacting the environment or the safety of humans. They have biodynamic gardens where they cultivate several herbs and flowers: such as rose and lavender. From these plants, they produce macerates, hydrolats, extracts and infusions which are used in their formulations. Circular Technologies mission is to create products with as minimal negative impact on the environment, natural world, and yourself as possible - which is why, this year, they have invested in a biomass boiler so the production of their skincare is one step closer to being carbon neutral in line with people targets. Their guide for true sustainability is supporting planet Earth’s ecosystems in all of their diversity. Respect for nature’s systems and how we can harmoniously create within them is at their core, from choosing raw materials to manufacturing, packaging and distribution. The brand remains at all times true to their principles, defining beauty above all, as the joy of nurturing not only your own body, but all expressions of life on this planet, with equal and absolute love and respect.&nbsp; Their <a href="https://www.circulartechnologies.co.uk/product/hand-restore-lotion/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Hand Restore Lotion</a> smells amazing; it is deeply restorative and moisturising, leaving your hands soft. Our team also loved the <a href="https://www.circulartechnologies.co.uk/product/day-hand-soothing-cream/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Day Hand Soothing Cream</a> which kept our hands hydrated all day long - not to mention the smell is wonderful. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/v-land/image/upload/v1673032620/Circular_Technologies_a6a44155f5.png" alt="Vegan skincare hand cream by vegan skincare brand - Circular Technologies">Circular Technologies If you are looking for more vegan beauty content check out <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/pleasing-to-our-senses-harry-styles-vegan-make-up" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Harry Styles’ make up brand Pleasing</a> or if you’re into DIY beauty: <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/vegan-body-scrub-how-to-make-vegan-body-scrub-at-homepresent-articles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">how to make vegan body scrub at home</a>.

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Vegan skincare brands you have to try this Veganuary 

Being vegan doesn’t mean having to give up all that you love. And that includes fashion. Iconic brands such as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adidas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Adidas</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drmartensofficial/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Dr. Martens</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/birkenstock/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Birkenstock</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/newbalance/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">New Balance</a> now offer vegan versions of their most popular models. Whether you are looking for the season's shoe trend or looking to update your collection, we’ve got you covered! First, let us start with Adidas - makers of the season's most coveted shoe: the Samba. Developed in the late <a href="https://vintage002.dns-systems.net/adidas-samba/#:~:text=adidas%20samba%20history.%20The%20Original%20adidas%20Samba%20was,The%20Samba%20was%20finally%20released%20in%201950.%20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">1940s</a>, the model has grown in popularity again,&nbsp;being continuously sold out. Worn by supermodels, celebrities and your local barista, the Samba now comes in vegan. You can purchase the Samba in either black with the classic Adidas white stripes or white with black stripes. The sleek design is super comfy and pairs amazingly with any outfit. The high demand for the <a href="https://www.adidas.co.uk/samba-vegan-shoes/H01877.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Samba Vegan</a> shoe means that sizes sell out in minutes. We’ll let you in on an insider secret: if you go on the Adidas website very early in the morning, you might be lucky to grab a pair!&nbsp; If the Samba is not your cup of tea, Adidas’ vegan shoe collection includes versions of other iconic models such as the <a href="https://www.adidas.ie/stan-smith-shoes/FX5502.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Adidas Stan Smith</a> (which is animal-free by default!) and the <a href="https://www.adidas.ie/superstar-vegan-shoes/FW2295.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Adidas Superstar</a>.&nbsp; Another big brand offering vegan shoes is New Balance. One of their classic styles, the unisex <a href="https://www.newbalance.ie/en/pd/574-vegan-friendly/U574V2-38556.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">574</a>, comes in vegan-friendly material, and they have recently come out with the vegan version of the “<a href="https://www.ftshp.co.uk/en-uk/mens-shoes/210115-new-balance-990v5-grey.html?utm_source=CJ&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=7808029&amp;utm_content=14074376&amp;cjevent=439c30554fe511ed8337004d0a18ba72&amp;utm_id=cj!7808029&amp;cjdata=MXxZfDB8WXww" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Made in USA 990v5</a>”, although they are tough to find.&nbsp; Suppose you want a comfy, casual shoe. In that case, Birkenstock has a great option for you: the <a href="https://www.birkenstock.com/ie/search?q=vegan&amp;prefn1=model&amp;prefv1=Boston&amp;lastfilterset=boston" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Boston clog</a> which has been one of the most sought-after shoes in the past year, it comes in multiple colours with two different finishes: micro fibre and <a href="https://www.birkenstock.com/gb/things-to-know/materials/birko-flor-nubuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Birko-Flor® nubuck</a>, a material that the German brand developed to imitate leather. This vegan Birkenstock is also super versatile and can be worn all year round! If you are looking for a weather-proof, sturdy shoe, Dr. Martens vegan shoes fit you. The quintessentially British brand, with their classic yellow stitching, is notoriously the most reliable shoe on the market. They have made their vegan offering very appealing, from shoes to boots and bags! If you are leaning towards boots, the following come in different finishes: indisputably their most iconic, <a href="https://www.drmartens.com/eu/en_eu/vegan-1460-dark-red/p/23756600" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">1460 ankle lace boots</a>;&nbsp;the <a href="https://www.drmartens.com/eu/en_eu/vegan-2976-black/p/21456001" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">2976 Chelseas</a>; the <a href="https://www.drmartens.com/eu/en_eu/vegan-jadon-ii/p/22563600" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Jadon II</a> or the <a href="http://cosstores.com/en_eur/women/new-arrivals.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Sinclair platforms</a>. We also recommend the <a href="https://www.drmartens.com/eu/en_eu/vegan-1461-gloss-lace-up-shoes/p/26890431" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">1461 lace up shoes</a> as another staple for your collection. And if you have kids, Dr. Martens vegan shoes now come in toddler sizes too! Lastly, the Australian brand <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Blundstone_uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Blundstone</a> has incorporated a vegan version of their famous Chelsea boot. Keeping the design of the original Chelsea boots, right down to the signature stitching and pull tabs, you can find them in <a href="https://www.bergfreunde.eu/blundstone-originals-vegan-2115-casual-boots/?aid=62bdd783bc87dbd41956a968817631a1&amp;pid=10004&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwwL6aBhBlEiwADycBIDKh_LPs-zONKjx-dvh9Rd-ggrLQeINLcAEzz5nBBdfHTdUVRFRgvRoCYfYQAvD_BwE&amp;wt_mc=eu.pla.google_eu.18006042465.." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">black</a> and <a href="https://www.bergfreunde.eu/blundstone-originals-vegan-2116-casual-boots/?aid=6216d4b6dcbb30fea9371875a8c43a5c&amp;pid=10004&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwwL6aBhBlEiwADycBIP1CiFvldS9giVf9uixj7P8bOgRTqzCUx7Hob7HDr0s5gImhe5gLJRoCvykQAvD_BwE&amp;wt_mc=eu.pla.google_eu.18006042465.." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">brown</a>, while more colours are set to be released in the upcoming months.&nbsp; Over the past few years, the demand for vegan shoes has made brands invest in innovation to satisfy their customers' needs. And one thing is clear – they have made the smart and vegan-friendly choice exciting. Choosing the vegan option now no longer means having to compromise on design, quality, or comfort. And we are thrilled about it! To learn more check out <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/how-sustainable-are-vegan-shoes-my-guilty-purchase" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">how sustainable are vegan shoes?</a>, and for more on eco-shopping read f<a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/fashion-doesnt-need-to-cost-the-earth-exploring-ethical-vintage-clothing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">ashion doesn’t need to cost the Earth: exploring ethical vintage clothing</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The must-have vegan shoes of the season

Having a luxurious vegan body butter to incorporate into your self care routine is a totally underrated step towards loving yourself and your body. <a href="https://instagram.com/_lu_skincare?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">LU Skincare</a> have formulated a deeply moisturising, divinely scented, natural ingredient range that we have fallen head over heels with, and with their company motto being to ‘love yourself and the planet too,’ we simply had to indulge in some of their luxurious natural skincare products.&nbsp; Amongst their generous selection of face creams, masks and exfoliators, LU Skincare have whipped up two body butters; one formulated with a base of cocoa butter and added honeysuckle and jasmine, a scent that will whisk you away to a hot summer's evening in Provence - perfect for a deeply moisturising, non-greasy application on dry skin. The other has a lighter texture, formulated with a base of shea butter and added patchouli and lime - this super fresh scent aids the natural anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing properties of shea and added vitamins A and E. We’ve loved using these products as the perfect way to lock in moisture after a nice wind-down in the bath using some of <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/washing-away-the-sunday-scaries-with-apothecary-and-me" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">our favourite vegan bath products</a>.&nbsp; Not only are they the one stop shop for high-quality ingredients that work to improve the appearance of your skin, all of their formulas are paraben and sulphate free, making them the perfect natural skincare products whatever your skin type. Made in the UK and using fully recyclable packaging, Laurence &amp; Umeh have combined their African and European roots to create a range that takes pride in the healing power of their ingredients and the fact that their range appeals to everyone regardless of skin type, complexion or age. Want even more natural skincare products to add to your collection? Check out our review of <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/eco-whipped-artisan-skincare" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Eco Whipped</a>. And why not complete the routine by making your very own <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/vegan-body-scrub-how-to-make-vegan-body-scrub-at-homepresent-articles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">vegan body scrub</a> at home.

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LU Skincare: Natural skincare products inspired by Mother Nature

Each person has an average of <a href="https://futuretechtrends.co.uk/2022/02/24/theres-a-whopping-26-items-of-clothing-in-the-average-wardrobe-that-are-never-worn-they-could-be-worth-200/?noamp=mobile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">twenty six items</a> of clothing that have never been worn. Approximately ninety-five per cent of clothes in landfill could have been re-used. Circular Economy Researcher, <a href="https://theecologist.org/2020/jan/13/rise-community-fashion-swaps" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Rebecca Clube</a>, highlights that even though fashion retailers are marketing their green strategies and efforts in recycling capabilities, the volumes of garments being produced has not noticeably decreased, so the conflict of the “underlying commercial objective persists: to sell more garments”. Clothes swapping or swishing is an easy way to recycle unwanted garments and revamp your wardrobe sustainably: “swishing works like a giant clothes swap: you bring items you no longer wear and exchange them for something <a href="http://www.getswishing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">new-to-you</a>!” <h2>What do swishers want?</h2>Fashion marketing expert Claudia E Henninger’s [et al.] research found that clothes swapping participants are driven by conscious consumption and “fashionability”, particularly retro trends. Individuals participate “to gain classic and/or traditional pieces of clothing that are seen to be retro and whilst trendy and preppy, do not go in and out of fashion easily.”&nbsp; One participant in the study echoed a common sentiment: “I really like shopping for stuff that’s quite vintage, and it’s hard to find that in the high street… and you feel like you’re doing something good anyway.” <h2>Organise clothes swapping parties</h2>Ever eyed up your bestie’s gold hot pants? Get them to your clothes swapping party and explain that gold won’t go with their Edgar Poe phase. Set the rules and expectations before the party. You may sort the swishers’ clothes behind the scenes and decide on a ticketing system. <a href="http://www.westlondonwaste.gov.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">West London Waste Authority</a> has a dedicated site, <a href="http://www.getswishing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">getswishing.com</a>, which explains the process in detail.&nbsp; You can also keep it local by creating a social media page for your community. Love Your Clothes have a guide to making a <a href="https://www.loveyourclothes.org.uk/guides/sharing-swapping-swishing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">local Facebook group</a>. <h2>Attend swishing events</h2>Informally swapping between friends, family, and neighbours is nothing new. However, more formal community swapping is on the rise, particularly among ethical trend-setting consumers.&nbsp;&nbsp; Chunmin Lang’s research highlights the benefits of this collaborative social-economic model by “sharing the cost of products and reducing the burden of ownership”; helping reduce waste. As well as confirming that consumers who are drawn to swapping score higher in leadership personality traits; their want for uniqueness equates with being “more open to new ideas, in an effort to differentiate from others.”&nbsp;Keep an eye out for events with <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom/clothes-swap/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Eventbrite</a>. <h2>Digital swish</h2>Consider apps and websites if you’re finding swapping in person inaccessible. The clothes swapping app, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/untaggedfashion/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Untagged</a> expands your choice as you can swap with people outside your neighbourhood. “Instead of cash, your no-longer-loved clothing becomes the currency for buying something new-to-you.” <a href="https://www.dontshopswap.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Don’t Shop, Swap</a> specialise in high-quality, vintage &amp; designer brands. Your unwanted clothes turn into swap coins you can spend.&nbsp; <h2>How not to swish&nbsp;</h2>Being a conscientious clothes swapper is key to fueling this circular fashion model. Henninger found that participants of events in the UK often had negative experiences such as lack of sizing, damaged and unwashed clothes, which put them off from returning. Interestingly, participants in Finland indicated that swap shop garments were of good quality, and the reasons for swapping were they no longer fitted, were unwanted presents or were worn for a one-off occasion.&nbsp; So, to be a pro swapper, check that your items are clean and wearable. Additionally, good-quality items will encourage more people to become part of the community of swappers, which in turn should diversify sizing. You could also sign up to <a href="http://www.instagram.com/oxfamgb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Oxfam’s</a> <a href="https://www.oxfam.org.uk/get-involved/second-hand-september/?pscid=ps_ggl_gr_Google+Grants+-+Communications+-+Brand+-+DSA_Whole+Site&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw3qGYBhBSEiwAcnTRLmCCferp5ljYIpNZypml1iAP0-2K9sa2uKylCNgZolJygYOMLZXZ4hoCdSwQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">#SecondHandSeptember campaign</a> and go that extra mile to commit to sustainable shopping as a whole, not just our wardrobes. For vintage and slow fashion brands check out <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/slow-fashion-for-your-summer-wardrobe" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">slow fashion for your summer wardrobe</a> and <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/fashion-doesnt-need-to-cost-the-earth-exploring-ethical-vintage-clothing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">fashion doesn’t need to cost the Earth: exploring ethical vintage clothing</a>.

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Forget crypto: Clothes swapping is the new currency

According to a recent study, there’s a “spiralling demand for cruelty-free and vegan” cosmetics. “Clean Beauty” trends&nbsp;demand vegan and cruelty free makeup. 100% vegan makeup brands don’t use any animal-derived ingredients or by-products, but vegan labelling doesn’t automatically mean certified organic, ethically-sourced, fair trade, or toxin free. Cruelty free equates to not conducting tests on animals, not using ingredients tested on animals, and not outsourcing cruelty to third parties. It’s best to check that brands are <a href="https://www.treehugger.com/cruelty-free-certifications-5204677#:~:text=The%20Leaping%20Bunny%20certification%20is%20probably%20the%20most,non-U.S.%20and%20Canadian%20companies%20is%20Cruelty%20Free%20International." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">certified</a>, and it’s worth considering that some vegan companies have parent companies that are not certified cruelty free. Sustainability is also a factor, but finding brands with these attributes can feel like searching for an honest politician.&nbsp; Here are some vegan, cruelty free and sustainable essentials for your travelbag!*&nbsp;&nbsp; <h2>Foundations and concealers</h2>Gone are the days of anxiously covering up perceived imperfection with slabs of paste or <a href="https://theconversation.com/dying-for-makeup-lead-cosmetics-poisoned-18th-century-european-socialites-in-search-of-whiter-skin-176237" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">lead</a>. Even the fashion industry has glamorised acne with “<a href="https://fashionmagazine.com/beauty-grooming/acne-acceptance-beauty-industry/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Beauty ‘mishaps’ being repurposed as runway trends</a>.” If you do fancy facial nakedness, remember to use sun protection. Makeup that contains SPF is no substitute for using a dedicated suncream. <a href="https://instagram.com/greenpeopleuk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Green People</a> have a comprehensive suncream collection.&nbsp; Regarding foundations and concealers, not only are vegan and cruelty free makeup brands important but so are inclusive brands: <a href="https://www.treehugger.com/elf-cosmetics-cruelty-free-5248542" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">e.l.f Cosmetics</a>' <a href="https://www.elfcosmetics.co.uk/flawless-satin-foundation/300061.html?dwvar_300061_color=Bisque%20(Previously%20Natural)&amp;cgid=#start=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Flawless Satin Foundation</a> has 39 shades. And if you need a bit of staying power for that all-nighter, try their <a href="https://www.elfcosmetics.co.uk/16hr-camo-concealer/300152.html?dwvar_300152_color=Light%20Sand&amp;cgid=#start=2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">16HR Camo Concealer</a>. <a href="https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product-category/makeup/foundations/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">Peace with the Wild</a> stocks ethical beauty products, including numerous foundations and concealers. If your skin needs extra prepping based on skin type, such as mature, acne, or sensitive, <a href="https://www.wearthlondon.com/skin-concern" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">WearthLondon</a> has a comprehensive range of creams, facial oils and balms. <h2>Blusher&nbsp;</h2>Ever feel a bit flat? A little blusher can make your face freshly pop. Cruelty-free brand <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ciatelondon/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Ciate London</a> has created a glass-like balm, <a href="https://www.ciatelondon.com/collections/dewy-collection/products/dewy-blush" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Dewy Blush</a>, which has reached cult status.&nbsp; Or if you want something more muted, check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/zaomakeup/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">ZAO</a>’s eco compact and refillable blushers in <a href="https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product/zao-compact-blush-brown-pink-322/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Brown-Pink 322</a> and <a href="https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product/zao-compact-blush-golden-coral-325/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Golden Coral 325</a>. <h2>Eyeshadow</h2>There are many preferences for eye makeup. If you’re after some richly pigmented “impossibly sensuous textures” <a href="https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product/mineral-eyeshadow-bolds/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Love the Planet’s eyeshadows</a> come in individual pots for carrying ease. For versatility, <a href="https://odylique.com/organic-eye-shadow-gold.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Odylique’s Organic Mineral Eyeshadow in gold</a> is a must-have eyeshadow to brighten eyes, especially when combined with smoky tones for glamour, and doubles as a highlighter to sweep over cheekbones. Also suitable for sensitive skin and includes organic plant oils which take care of delicate skin around the eyes.&nbsp; If you yearn for variety, makeup artist Jamie Genevieve has developed VIEVE’s extensive collection of eye makeup. <a href="https://www.vieve.co.uk/vieve-muse-palette" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">The Muse Eyeshadow Palette</a> covers ethereal shimmers, delicate base shades, romantic reds and smoky hues.&nbsp; <h2>Mascara</h2>For product innovation and robustness for travelling, <a href="https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product-brands/bain-savon/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">Bain &amp; Savon</a>'s <a href="https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product/bain-and-savon-mascara-cake/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Mascara Cake</a> can be used as “both a lash colour or eyeliner, perfect for those who have sensitive eyes”, and comes in a handy recyclable tin. If you want a traditional mascara wand, open your eyes with <a href="https://dirtyhippiecosmetics.com.au/listing/594672581/lengthening-mineral-mascara-toxin-free" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Dirty Hippy's Lengthening</a><a href="https://dirtyhippiecosmetics.com.au/listing/594672581/lengthening-mineral-mascara-toxin-free" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </a><a href="https://dirtyhippiecosmetics.com.au/listing/594672581/lengthening-mineral-mascara-toxin-free" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Mineral Mascara</a> which nourishes your lashes with lavender and Jojoba Oil. <h2>Red lipstick</h2>A vibrant red lipstick smacks of iconic confidence. For holiday nights out or playful pouts while visiting your local library. It’s often hard to find vegan lipsticks as many use beeswax, but brands such as <a href="http://www.instagram.com/lilylolouk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Lily Lolo</a> prove it is possible with their &nbsp;<a href="https://www.lilylolo.co.uk/vegan-lipstick/?sku=VLS-UN?setCurrencyId=1&amp;msclkid=910b4929fc14189c28c32bf36d43545f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Vegan Lipstick</a> range including the intensely red shade, <a href="https://www.lilylolo.co.uk/vegan-lipstick/?sku=VLS-UN?setCurrencyId=1&amp;msclkid=910b4929fc14189c28c32bf36d43545f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Flirtation</a>. For everyday deliciousness, try the coffee caramel hues of <a href="https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product/organic-sweetness-lip-tint-10g/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Organic Sweetness Lip Tint</a> by <a href="http://www.instagram.com/NirvanaNatural" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Nirvana Natural</a>. If you want to save room in your makeup travel bag or forget your blush, a good lippy can double as a smudge of rouge across your cheekbones. <h2>Eyebrows</h2>Enhance the underrated caterpillars above your eyes to frame your face. Vegan makeup brands have excelled in taking your brows to Frieda perfection - from pencils to powders. A go-to for the makeup travel bag is e.l.f Cosmetics’ <a href="https://www.elfcosmetics.co.uk/ultra-precise-brow-pencil/200156.html?dwvar_200156_color=Neutral%20Brown&amp;cgid=#start=6&amp;sz=24" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">Ultra Precise Brow Pencil</a>. Smudge-proof and comes with a spoolie. This creamy consistency makes it easy to manipulate brows - puffing them out for some drama or utilising the preciseness for neatening.&nbsp; <h2>Bonus</h2>If you couldn't get Glastonbury tickets and have decided to camp in your grandmother’s garden, then you may need a bit of sparkle with eco-friendly <a href="https://wildglitter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Wild Glitter</a>. *always check products as ingredients and brand ethoses are subject to change. For more on SPFs, check out <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/demi-colleen-vegan-spf-and-the-importance-of-skincare" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">vegan SPF and the importance of skincare</a>. For holiday-ready hair colour, check out <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/tints-of-nature-natural-cruelty-free-hair-colouring-and-care" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">Tints of Nature: Natural, cruelty-free hair colouring and care</a>.

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Vegan and cruelty free makeup for your travel bag

Finding easy to wear and easy to care for sustainable fashion should be… well easy. But actually finding something you’re happy wearing and feel stylish in, is hard. It needn’t be this way and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pitodofficial/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">Pitod</a> is here for you. Pitod was launched this year to bring everyone sustainable beautiful fashion that is affordable, easy to wear, soft against the skin and breathable. The company has four core values: •&nbsp;&nbsp;Simple fashion, is the best kind of fashion.•&nbsp;&nbsp;High-quality fashion is non-negotiable.•&nbsp;&nbsp;Comfortable clothes over everything else.•&nbsp;&nbsp;Timeless clothing creates sustainable habits. On top of all this, their clothing is gender neutral so it’s easy to build a stunningly simple wardrobe with designs that will remain stylish and timeless for years to come, allowing you to have a sustainable wardrobe for the ages no matter your gender. Also, we believe in them and their clothing because V-Land’s very own Ben Richardson, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bentheforestfoodie/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">The Forest Foodie</a> is Pitod’s Brand Ambassador. Like Ben, <a href="https://pitod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 172, 72); background-color: transparent;">Pitod</a>’s clothing allows you to feel like your true self without having to worry about other people’s opinions of you. Love yourself because you’re unique and so is Pitod. PLUS!!!! Our readers have 10% off their purchases if they use the code VLAND10 at the checkout. What are you waiting for?

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Pitod: Timeless, comfortable Fashion

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/harrystyles/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Harry Styles</a> has taken the world by storm since being introduced to us during his X Factor and One Direction days in the early 2010s. Since the band broke up in 2015, Styles has become a fashion icon, a vocal activist for the LGTBQIA+ community, and an advocate for social injustice issues. Watching his musical success grow, Styles has gone on to release three solo albums of his own. His highly anticipated album, Harry's House has been the fastest-selling record this year and has been nominated for the prestigious Mercury Prize. In November 2021, Harry Styles introduced us to his vegan, gender-free, cruelty-free make up and apparel brand, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pleasing/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Pleasing</a>. The line contains an array of nail polishes and facial skincare products. Equipped with the catchphrase, find your pleasing as a message of self-empowerment and a motion to throwing out toxic masculinity, Harry Styles’ make up line shatters gender norms and promotes creativity with his approach to self-expression.&nbsp; Since launching the vegan make up and apparel brand, the products have been praised by beauty gurus and highly regarded for their carefully thought-out innovative products. The items include imaginative tag names and fun, vibrant colours reflecting and complementing the musician's iconic look. Each item encloses an extensive list of its ingredients and complexion health-inducing benefits. Harry Styles’ make up line includes shipping materials composed of compostable and post-consumer materials and printed with soy and water-based inks.&nbsp; The facial skincare includes the pleasing pen - an eye serum containing natural lingonberry, okra and hyaluronic salt and a matte lip oil moisturising lips. The perfect polish set is introduced with dreamy tag names: inky pearl, pearly tops, granny's pink pearl and perfect pearl. Harry Styles is known for experimenting with different nail shades and is often seen with make up on a red carpet or at his shows. The polishes are plant-based, glossy or matte and come with experimental decals to add to your finished look.&nbsp; Styles’ brand is a role model for other non-vegan brands to expand their products to being cruelty-free, vegan and sustainable. The likes of <a href="https://instagram.com/elfcosmetics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">ELF cosmetics</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/onesize/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">One Size</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/onesize/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> </a>(Patrick Starr), and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rarebeauty/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Rare Beauty</a> (Selena Gomez), among many other lines, have followed in sustainable footsteps. Along with setting an example, there may be new possibilities down the line to expand his collection. According to an interview he did with NPR Tiny Desk concert published in 2020, Styles has said he no longer eats meat. <a href="https://uk-eu.pleasing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Pleasing</a> is a positive step in the right direction for us to look forward, shape up and learn that we can all do better to improve one day at a time. If this has whetted your appetite for vegan beauty, you may like to read our articles about <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/vegan-body-scrub-how-to-make-vegan-body-scrub-at-homepresent-articles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">how to make vegan body scrub at home</a> and some of our <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/4-best-vegan-hair-care-products-for-luscious-healthy-locks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">favourite hair care products</a>.

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‘Pleasing’ to our senses: Harry Styles’ vegan make up

Ready to update your summer wardrobe but worried about fast fashion’s impact on our environment? Slow fashion brands might just be the answer to your moral dilemmas.&nbsp; <h2>But what is slow fashion?&nbsp;</h2>The slow fashion movement creates more sustainable garments by slowing down our consumption, respecting people, animals and the environment by ensuring that waste is reduced by making clothing in small batches with recycled and recyclable materials; saving materials from landfill. Slow fashion ensures that garment workers are paid a fair wage in a safe environment. When buying from slow fashion brands you are almost guaranteed to pick up a higher quality item due to the time spent on creating a handmade piece.&nbsp; Here are five eco-friendly and fun slow fashion brands that have sustainability at their heart. <h2>Sew Wasted</h2>We love <a href="https://instagram.com/sewwasted?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Sew Wasted's</a> collection of made-to-order dresses. Founded by Elysha from Manchester who makes all <a href="https://sewwasted.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Sew Wasted's</a> unique pieces. She started by making herself a couple of tartan dresses - the businesses's signature look - during lockdown and was inundated with messages asking whether she was going to sell them. Describing her slow fashion collection as "whimsical'' Elysha is definitely not afraid to play with patterns and patchwork design. Browse funky patterned dresses and more on her <a href="https://sewwasted.com/collections/all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">website</a>. <h2>Joanie</h2><a href="https://instagram.com/joanieclothing?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Joanie</a> makes nostalgic and feminine vintage style dresses. Founded in 2016, their easy-to-wear retro prints are available in sizes 8-22. They are named after their designer’s Great Aunt Joanie who "enjoyed nothing more than curling up with a good book and a cup of tea" which we think is something most of us can relate to. There's something very wholesome about <a href="https://joanieclothing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Joanie</a>, and we love their ethics.&nbsp; As a sustainable business that focuses on slow fashion, they pride themselves in creating good quality, exclusive garments. They limit their production runs so that they limit waste and clothing doesn't end up in landfill. Joanie have recently released a collection with <a href="https://instagram.com/hotpatooties?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Dawn O'Porter</a>, British writer, TV presenter and director. Dawn is known for her love of vintage clothing and retro style. This limited collection of ten 70s inspired dresses are all named after Dawn's favourite cocktails. Shop the collection <a href="https://joanieclothing.com/dawn-oporter-x-joanie" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">here</a>. <h2>The Hippie Shake</h2><a href="https://instagram.com/thehippieshake?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">The Hippie Shake</a> are a 70s-inspired slow fashion and vintage online store, the owners sold vintage clothing and decided to design their own collections to create "living, breathing, wearable art". We'd say they succeeded in their mission! Their beautifully embroidered, floaty, layered and flared collections are absolutely dreamy. <a href="https://www.thehippieshake.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">The Hippie Shake</a> travel to meet their suppliers in China and India once a year to ensure that working conditions are safe, that workers are fairly paid and that no exploitation takes place. They do not apply fast fashion pressure to their suppliers and they continually work towards using more sustainable fabrics in their garments, although 50% of their Heroes collection is already made from recycled or organic fabrics.&nbsp; The Hippie Shake are an influencer favourite as seen on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CYj3207IB02/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Florence Given</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CGiE_I_gcep/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Amy Valentine</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce39Mcsoyb5/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Maddie Close</a>. Check out their latest collection <a href="https://www.thehippieshake.co.uk/collections/rising-of-the-moon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">here</a>. <h2>Love Your Look</h2><a href="https://instagram.com/loveurlookclothing?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Love Your Look</a> clothing are the queens of wacky, colourful sprints and fun, flattering designs. The brand "unashamedly embraces female empowerment and inclusiveness." Owner and designer Ronke visits their factories in India twice a year to ensure ethical treatment of their garment makers and she purchases surplus fabrics to make dresses and jumpsuits, saving fabric from landfill. Shop playful and sparkly prints <a href="https://loveurlook.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">here</a>. <h2>Onjenu&nbsp;</h2>Independent slow fashion brand <a href="https://instagram.com/onjenu?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Onjenu</a> creates elegant and fun limited collections in vintage-inspired prints. In 2019 they decided that their new goal was to plant a forest. They started planting one tree for every item sold in their online store through <a href="https://instagram.com/onetreeplanted?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">One Tree Planted</a>, a non-profit organisation driven towards global reforestation. Browse Onjenu's summer arrivals <a href="https://l.instagram.com/?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.onjenu.com%2F&amp;e=ATNfGuuNvHOUYEFgQtVlVQ_vS3aiOe_khxZHbS6gyWZio6-rTgIZWBE9CG9H3B7LexeZQwbobTopUXG-k-U5RA&amp;s=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">here</a>. Shopping with a conscience has never been so easy! You can find slow fashion brands to suit every style. Check out <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/organski-planet-friendly-fashion-forward-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Organski</a> for more sustainable fashion inspiration, and find out whether <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/can-haute-couture-subvert-fast-fashion" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">haute couture can subvert fast fashion</a>.

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Slow fashion for your summer wardrobe 

Skincare that is completely natural, vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, handmade in the UK and uses plastic-free packaging. Sounds like a dream doesn’t it? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakshbotanica/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Laksh Botanica</a> have made this a reality, and they’re paving the way to create luxury soaps without hurting our planet. Laksh Botanica creates indulgent handmade soap with a blend of three premium luxury butters; cocoa butter, shea butter and kokum butter, all contributing to the creaminess of each handmade soap bar. Their scented luxury vegan soaps are paired with a blissful blend of pure essential oils, whilst they also offer an unscented option particularly suitable for more sensitive skin.&nbsp; We were delighted to try their <a href="https://lakshbotanica.com/products/triple-butter-activated-charcoal-soap" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Triple Butter Activated Charcoal Soap</a>, formulated with tea tree, peppermint and lavender essential oils. This antibacterial soap is perfect for acne/oily prone skin, as it helps to control excess sebum production. The activated charcoal has deep pore cleansing properties, detoxifying and drawing out all the impurities from your skin, whilst the triple butter base ensures none of your natural oils are stripped and help maintain a healthy glow.&nbsp; We love to use this luxury soap bar in the mornings as the soft, earthy and minty scent helps us feel fresh and awake, ready to tackle the day. Using this product feels incredibly gentle on the skin, and doesn’t leave your face feeling tight and dry like a lot of stripping acne tackling products do. All of their products are cruelty-free, vegan and palm oil free, with no artificial fragrances or colours added. Not only do they create handmade vegan soap bars that are free from nasties, Laksh Botanica takes pride over their sustainable packaging too. Whilst most commercial bath products come in plastic packaging that are hazardous to many living species, Laksh Botanica offer a neat and stylish box made from recycled materials and is biodegradable. Their minimal and elegant branding along with their passion for sustainability means that even cardboard packaging can feel as utterly elegant as the product inside. All of their lovingly handmade vegan soaps are available through their <a href="https://lakshbotanica.com/collections/all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">website</a>, so be sure to check out their range of scents and skincare benefits to find the perfect one for you. We love to incorporate this product as part of our self-care routine - check out some of our other favourite brands, <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/washing-away-the-sunday-scaries-with-apothecary-and-me" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">Apothecary &amp; Me</a> and <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/self-care-saturday-with-the-skin-workshop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">The Skin Workshop</a> to make it the perfect pamper. Interested in learning more about vegan skincare? Check out our <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/vegan-body-scrub-how-to-make-vegan-body-scrub-at-homepresent-articles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(75, 172, 72);">recipes for body scrubs you can make at home</a>.

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Laksh Botanica: Luxury vegan soap bars handmade in the UK

Brands are marketing vegan shoe ranges in light of consumers wanting ethical products, but is that enough?&nbsp; Shoes comprise one-tenth of the revenue of the fashion industry and, according to <a href="https://www.greensole.com/blog/the-case-for-sustainable-shoes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102); background-color: transparent;">Greensole</a>, account for a “tremendous one-fifth of the industry's environmental impact. Twenty million shoes are manufactured annually around the world.” Capitalising on the term “vegan” doesn’t mean a product is sustainable. Often these shoes contain plastics and other harmfully sourced materials that have a negative environmental impact. “Fake leather” usually means synthetic materials such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are used. PVC emits toxic pollutants.&nbsp; <h2 class="ql-align-justify">My Guilty Purchase?&nbsp;</h2>Last November, I bought some vegan Dr. Martens (DMs) boots because in my leather-purchasing days, I equated Dr. Marten with long-lasting quality; however, it was only after purchasing these that I worried about the environmental impact of manufacturing that these shoes had already caused.&nbsp; I got swept up in the frenzy of being able to buy a brand I have always liked as a vegan. DM’s use PVC but Dr. Martens’ Strategic Sustainability <a href="https://www.drmartensplc.com/application/files/9216/2506/1932/Dr._Martens_plc_Sustainability_Report.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Report</a> commits to removing fossil-based products by 2030. Currently regrounding PVC waste and putting it “back into the production” of outsoles and partnering with “a local wellies and jelly sandals manufacturer, which recycles our PVC manufacturing waste into new footwear.”&nbsp; Ideally, they would already be fully sustainable and we’d all buy everything second-hand, but let’s be realistic, most of us won’t anytime soon. If that were the case, most brands wouldn’t exist today.&nbsp; So, can big brands transform? Take Burger King as an example; a few years ago, the idea that this enormous meat machine would transform their flagship <a href="https://v-land.co.uk/burger-kings-leicester-square-restaurant-goes-fully-vegan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Leicester Square branch</a> into a vegan-only food establishment would have been unfathomable. Yet, they have successfully done so. When acquiring my new boots, excitement filled me: my old “retail therapy” habits lit up my serotonin pathways, and I ignored that this brand still uses leather - why wasn’t I buying a fully vegan brand? Additionally, I’d committed to buying second-hand clothes, and now the deep-rooted carnage of “treat yourself” engulfed me. Am I wishfully thinking that my plant-based purchase can influence a brand into going fully vegan and sustainable? Am I hoping this will absolve me from some guilt? Please, Dr. Martens, help this human out and go fully vegan! Hopefully, you’re not as flawed as me, but if you are human, let’s transmute some guilt into exploring some options… <h2 class="ql-align-justify">Investment pieces&nbsp;</h2>Many sustainable / upcycled vegan shoes are not particularly cheap to buy; however, fast fashion is costing our planet its precious resources, destroying wildlife that inhabits delicate ecosystems and eroding the health and human rights of people working in factories across the world.&nbsp; To consume ethically, if you can afford to do so, consider buying less by investing in quality products that are durable and versatile for everyday wear. If you’re fashion-conscious, you’ll already know that no one cool wears flimsy heels anymore. <h2 class="ql-align-justify">Vegan and sustainable shoes&nbsp;</h2>I wish I had a long list of fully sustainable, vegan, ethical shoe companies, but it appears to be early days. More prominent brands are beginning to enhance and produce vegan and eco-friendly lines, which, if the demand is strong enough, could encourage them to go fully vegan.&nbsp; Here are a few lines to check out:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/trashplanetofficial/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Trash Planet</a>: lead the way with über fun unisex vegan sneakers, all made from recycled post-consumer fabrics, including ocean plastics. To reduce their carbon footprint only locally sourced materials are acquired. Plus they plant 15 trees for every Trash Planet footwear purchased.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattandnat/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Matt &amp; Nat</a>: vegan leather that “looks and feels just like real leather”. The name stands for Material + Nature. Made from vegan and sustainable materials. Their faux leather is made from PU, arguably a more eco-friendly version than PVC.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vivobarefoot/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Vivobarefoot</a>: vegan collection uses plastic bottles into high performance, durable shoes, aiming to “reconnect people to the natural world” by designing minimalist footwear that “improves balance and stability”. Claiming that their “plant-based shoes are the least petroleum-reliant performance shoes on the market.” <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drmartensofficial/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Dr. Martens</a>: vegan range has “kept all of the attitude” of the originals. Tough, durable, and recognises that they are “still evolving”. I must admit, I do love my Vegan Sinclair Platform boots - perfect for stomping into the distant future…&nbsp; Let us know your favourite sustainable plant-based footwear brand over on our <a href="http://www.instagram.com/vlanduk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102); background-color: transparent;">Instagram</a> or <a href="http://www.twitter.com/vlandukmag" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102); background-color: transparent;">Twitter</a>, and for more sustainable fashion choices, check out five eco-friendly alternatives to leather <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/5-plant-leather-alternatives-for-vegans-and-environmentalists" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">here</a>.

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How sustainable are vegan shoes? My guilty purchase

Being vegan is a lifestyle choice that not only impacts one's diet, but also the choice of products to use in everyday life: from those for home care to those for the care of one's body. Sometimes it can be difficult to find the right product for yourself and be sure it's one hundred percent vegan and cruelty-free. A practical solution to this problem is to prepare some of these products at home. One of the easiest and quickest to make, is a body scrub. Regular exfoliation with a scrub is an important part of any skincare routine to help get rid of dead cells that can clog pores and allows the skin to nourish and hydrate, facilitating the deeper penetration of other products, making them more effective. Preparing a body scrub at home gives extra peace of mind that the end product is fully vegan and chemical free, as well as reducing the consumption of plastic derived from the packaging - plus it's super easy and great fun to make too. Here are a selection of V-Land favourites that we simply had to share with our readers, there are several recipes to choose from, so try to find the one that's right for you. <h2>Brown sugar scrub:</h2>½ cup brown sugar ½ cup oil of your choice, such as coconut, jojoba, olive, almond, or grapeseed Essential oils (optional) <h2>Method:</h2>•Add brown sugar and oil to a bowl. •Mix until the right consistency is reached, adding more sugar or oil if necessary. •If desired, add a drop or two of essential oil and stir the mixture. •When satisfied with the texture and fragrance of the scrub, pour it into a reusable container. <h2>Coffee scrub:</h2>½ cup coffee grounds 2 tbsp hot water 1 tbsp Coconut oil, warmed <h2>Method:</h2>•Add coffee grounds and hot water to a bowl and mix. •Add coconut oil, and if necessary to achieve the right consistency plus coffee grounds or oil. •When the right consistency is reached, pour into a container. <h2>Sea salt scrub:</h2>½ cup sea salt ½ cup oil of your choice Essential oils (optional) <h2>Method:</h2>•Add the sea salt and the chosen oil to a bowl. •Mix until the right consistency is reached, adding oil or salt if necessary. •Add a drop or two of essential oil if desired. •Pour into a container. <h2>Green tea sugar scrub:</h2>2 teabags green tea ½ cup hot water 1 cup brown sugar ¼ cup coconut oil, melted <h2>Method:</h2>•Add the teabags to hot water and leave to cool. •Add brown sugar to a bowl. •Add coconut oil and mix it with sugar. •Add the cooled tea to the sugar mix. •If the miscella is too crumbly, add more coconut oil. If it's too soggy, add more brown sugar. •When the scrub has reached the right consistency, pour into a container. If you liked our recipes for a DIY scrub and want to switch to a completely vegan beauty routine, check out also <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/eco-whipped-artisan-skincare" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Eco Whipped skincare products</a>!

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How to make vegan body scrub at home

Being well dressed makes you feel wonderful. Even more so when those clothes are made with sustainable materials AND when part of the profits go to help out our animal friends. That’s what organic, vegan clothing brand <a href="https://www.instagram.com/organski_clothing/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Organski</a> are bringing to you the customer. Beautiful design, quality and purpose. Amy and Nikki, the lovely people behind Organski wanted to try something different. Unique designs not available anywhere else, the desire to help animals by giving 10% of all profits to animal shelters up and down the UK; every purchase you make goes to help provide food and bedding for those waiting for their forever home.&nbsp; Furthermore, thanks to their partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teemillstore/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Teemill</a> who print their garments using sustainable energy and materials, each garment is made to be “remade”: what that means is that when you’ve worn your T-shirt and you’re looking for something new you can send the garment back to Teemill for free using a special QR code and they’ll repurpose it into more clothing AND you’ll get 10% off your next purchase as a thank you for supporting a circular economy. Teemill uses only certified organic cotton. Here’s why that’s important: organic cotton is better for the producers and the ecosystem in which it is produced. Instead of more toxic pesticides, fertilisers or plastic, organic farming encourages biodiversity and leads to the extra soft feel of their products. This leads to higher earnings for farmers with better soil quality and water security, with food crops grown on the same soil in the dry season. Fewer inputs also mean less water, but even organic cotton is still a thirsty crop. So where you grow it matters. The fields that grow the organic cotton for Teemill products are in the North of India, where the monsoons fill reservoirs that supply almost all the water needed. Also, each T-shirt is designed in-house and the small but brilliant team are continually working on fresh new designs, so you’ll never be out of style. What’s not to love? PLUS for a limited time only, their distinctive <a href="https://organski.co.uk/pride/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pride collection</a> is available on the <a href="https://organski.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website</a>.

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Organski: Planet friendly, fashion forward

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Can haute couture subvert fast fashion?

Tired of searching for the best hair care products to grow and maintain a naturally nourished barnet? Then look no further - we’ve tried and tested a range of vegan hair care products that we wholeheartedly recommend to give you lusciously long and healthy locks. <h2>Glowwa - Hair Food</h2>The first step to achieving healthier hair starts from the inside out - our diet, lifestyle and environment all impact the rate, quality and condition of hair growth. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/glowwa/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Glowwa</a> are a fantastic vegan and cruelty free brand creating scientifically formulated vitamin supplements designed to support and repair damaged hair at the roots.&nbsp; Not only is it the perfect hair food, containing a natural blend of Biotin, B12, Zinc, L-Lysine, MSM, Niacin, B5, B6, Vitamin C and coconut water, it's also been shown to produce a clearer complexion, stronger nails as well as many other health and wellbeing benefits. Over just a twelve week period, the results you can achieve are amazing - <a href="https://www.glowwa.com/pages/real-results" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">see for yourself</a>. With improved condition and shine as well as reduced shedding, it's a great way to maintain a healthy hair care routine as well as boosting your vitamin intake on the daily. Glowwa is available to purchase worldwide on their <a href="https://www.glowwa.com/collections/shop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">website</a>, ranging from one pack to three month and six month supplies - all packaged in ridiculously cute pink tubes that certainly pass the vibe check. <h2>Nine Yards - Moist Shampoo &amp; Conditioner&nbsp;</h2>There’s nothing like the feeling of leaving a hair salon with freshly washed, luxuriously smelling locks. But for the majority of people, it's not something that can be achieved every week. Since discovering <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nineyardsuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Nine Yards</a>, we’ve fallen in love with our hair washing routine - now we can leave our bathroom with that same fresh feeling.Nine Yards is a fully vegan, premium Swedish hair care brand that challenges the expected to achieve an ideal balance between functionality and natural ingredients. We tried their moisturising shampoo and conditioner, infused with shea butter, broccoli seed oil and aloe vera, it nourishes with extensive moisture without feeling greasy. Their packaging has an eye-catching geometric and sleek design that looks fab on your shelf too. Since using this moisturising duo, our hair has felt fuller with a salon-quality finish - left feeling intensely nourished but still lightweight, without any leftover residue that you often get with high street brands. If you’re keen to learn more about Nine Yards and their other products, <a href="https://v-land.co.uk/going-the-whole-nine-yards/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">check out our review</a>.<h2> </h2><h2>EveryGreen - Brushing Foam</h2>If you haven’t heard already, <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/every-green-makes-every-day-a-great-hair-day" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">we’re big fans of EveryGreen</a> here at V-Land. So we were excited to try their Brushing Foam, which works to nourish your hair and help define your hairstyle. Enriched with argan oil and aloe vera extract, it works amazingly at detangling freshly washed hair - we’ve seen a noticeable difference when we use this product by <a href="https://instagram.com/everygreenuk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">EveryGreen</a> to get rid of any knots, as it helps reduce breakage and frustration before styling.&nbsp; This is a step we’ve often mistakenly missed, which leads to damaged hair from brushing and styling with heat. But the amazing smell and texture to this product makes it something you’ll look forward to incorporating into your vegan hair care routine. <h2>R+Co - Centerpiece Elixir Spray</h2>The final step in your hair care routine is locking in all that moisture. We absolutely love R+Co’s Centerpiece all-in-one elixir spray that helps to detangle, fight frizz and hydrate. Packed with repairing ingredients such as sea buckthorn seed oil, lemon peel extract, hyaluronic acid and sugarcane extract and free from any parabens, this product feels incredibly luxurious and moisturizing. But the real cherry on the cake is the scent - something that <a href="https://www.instagram.com/randco/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">R+Co</a> specialise in with all their products. Centerpiece has a warm, romantic scent of cardamom, pineapple, tangerine, lavender, bamboo and blonde woods which feels so luxurious, you’ll be swishing and sniffing your silky hair at any given opportunity.&nbsp; This product can be used universally on damp or dry hair before styling, and can refresh second day hair with a light mist, so you have an excuse to use it everyday. It’s amazing how incorporating these really great quality products packed with nourishing ingredients has impacted our hair quality and growth, leaving it feeling healthy and full of life. All of the aforementioned products and their respective brand ranges can be purchased from the Salon Business Solution (SBS) <a href="https://sbs-hair.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">website</a>.&nbsp; Interested in finding vegan hair care products that cater to more sensitive skin types? Check out our review of <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/leaf-seed-kind-beauty-from-wild-science-lab" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Leaf + Seed haircare</a>. Discover natural hair colouring and care with our <a href="https://www.v-landuk.com/article/tints-of-nature-natural-cruelty-free-hair-colouring-and-care" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Tints of Nature review</a>.

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4 best vegan hair care products for luscious, healthy locks

I have <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seborrhoeic_dermatitis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">seborrheic dermatitis</a>. Don’t worry I’m not going to be starting a GoFundMe page or anything - it’s not debilitating, but, as someone that suffers with this annoying scalp condition quite severely, it is exceptionally frustrating, uncomfortable, and if I’m being completely honest, it’s not the most appealing to look at either. What makes this worse, is that it doesn’t just affect my scalp, I also have it around my nose, my eyebrows, and inside my ears. This affects a lot of my day to day activities and going out and about. It also affects my work as my current occupation is in customer services, and it makes me feel uncomfortable and embarrassed when I’m speaking with people. So what is <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatitis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">dermatitis</a>? Dermatitis is a red, itchy, inflamed skin complaint; ‘seborrhoeic’ means that the rash affects greasy (sebaceous) skin zones such as the face, chest and scalp. Seborrhoeic dermatitis is quite common and many people don’t even know they have it (lucky for them), a milder form is commonly known as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dandruff" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">dandruff</a> which is reported to affect almost half of all adults, and is more common in males than females. The more intense variation that I suffer from, can lead to scaly, irritated, and sometimes infected skin. Very little alleviates the problem. There are shampoos available but they aren’t vegan or cruelty-free, and I am yet to find any that are eco-aware. That is, until now. I was thrilled to learn of an eco-friendly health and beauty range taking the market by storm; Wild Science, and I couldn’t wait to try some of their products which are all certified by <a href="https://www.vegansociety.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">The Vegan Society</a>. Due to my skin condition, I tried the <a href="https://wildsciencelab.com/product/head-first/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Leaf + Seed Scalp Relief Shampoo</a> and <a href="https://wildsciencelab.com/product/head-way/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Leaf + Seed Scalp Recovery Conditioner</a>. I am pleased to share that <a href="https://wildsciencelab.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Wild Science</a> shampoo and conditioner is by far the best shampoo and conditioner I’ve used. The active ingredient in this product is <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cbd-oil-benefits#pain-relief" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">CBD oil</a>, which is one of over one hundred chemical compounds found in cannabis, many of which have healing and/or medicinal qualities. The superpowers that CBD oil encapsulates within this particular product include:• Improves scalp strength and health• Less hair breakage• Stimulates hair growth and hair regrowth• Reduces hair loss• Reduces scalp itchiness• Boosts blood circulation to the scalp• Nourishes and strengthens• Reduces dry scalp• Reduces risk of scalp infections Other active ingredients include; hemp seed oil, grapefruit oil, aloe vera, coconut oil, avocado oil, magnolia oil, mandarin red oil, benzoin, and gardenia absolute. All of these ingredients are organically sourced, naturally derived, and the products are sulphate, paraben and silicone-free, not a nasty in sight! Wild Science products also come in recyclable packaging. As I started using the Leaf + Seed Scalp Relief Shampoo and Conditioner, I found that it did precisely that. It genuinely began to relieve me of my irritation and scaling, and on top of those benefits, my hair became softer too, it shone and made my hair look lighter in shade. And, I am pleased to share, it has stayed that way for the last month! This is a minor miracle and I will definitely continue to use this product, it is amazing. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wildsciencelab/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Wild Science Lab</a> is a company that believes in kind beauty; they believe we shouldn’t have to compromise on our values in order to achieve the skin and hair results we want, and the team here at V-Land agree. Our kind of people and definitely our kind of product.

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Leaf + Seed: Kind beauty from Wild Science Lab

We put our bodies through so much everyday and it is our skin that takes the brunt of it, and it is the mission of <a href="https://instagram.com/ecowhipped?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Eco Whipped Skincare</a>&nbsp;to restore your skin’s health. Eco Whipped Skincare offers a range of all-natural organic products to keep your skin nourished and healthy. Staying healthy isn’t just about taking time to relax but also about looking after our mind and body, so <a href="https://www.ecowhippedskincare.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Eco Whipped</a> have created products that are designed to make self-care easy and sustainable, making dull and dry skin a thing of the past. With rejuvenating, firming and regenerating products that are 100% vegan and cruelty-free you can take care of yourself while taking care of the environment. All of their products come in eco-friendly sustainable packaging with a minimalist design that lets you know the product has nothing to hide. Each body butter has a unique scent and its own restorative and health promoting properties.&nbsp; First, we tried the <a href="https://www.ecowhippedskincare.co.uk/rejuvenating/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Rejuvenating Whipped Moisturiser</a> formulated to increase the natural elasticity of the skin and protect against signs of ageing. The body butter is thick and smooth and easy to apply, with a blend of oils that create a luxurious feel that stimulates cell renewal. On top of this, the addition of red mandarin essential oil creates a rich yet not overpowering scent, making for an overall luxurious experience. Next, we went with Eco Whipped’s <a href="https://www.ecowhippedskincare.co.uk/regenerating/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Regenerating Body Butter</a> designed to balance the skin’s moisture making it feel smooth, firm and supple. Suitable for all skin types, this product is meant to improve skin texture and create a healthier and more youthful appearance. The earthy and floral fragrance created by the ylang ylang essential oil is soothing.&nbsp;With the products being made by hand and with the added bonus of being vegan and plastic free, these are a great addition to any environmentally conscious skin care routine and can be bought from independent craft sites like <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1063004812/whipped-red-mandarin-rejuvenating-body?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=Eco+Whipped+Skincare+Rejuvenating+Body+Butter&amp;ref=sr_gallery-1-14&amp;frs=1&amp;organic_search_click=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Etsy</a>, <a href="https://folksy.com/items/7812063-Whipped-Red-Mandarin-Rejuvenating-Body-Butter-" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Folksy</a> and <a href="https://www.kindshop.co.uk/product/whipped-ylang-ylang-regenerating-body-butter/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">The Kind Shop</a>, or find the Eco Whipped team on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ecowhipped/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ecowhipped" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Twitter</a> for the latest updates, new products and special offers in store.

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Eco Whipped: Artisan skincare

When it comes to veganism, the first thing that comes to mind for many people, is food. But for vegans and non-vegans alike let's remember that veganism is NOT just about food. Of course, food is an important part of our day and and we spend many hours thinking about what we are going to eat for lunch or dinner. And we need to eat right? But for many people, the way they dress and their style is just as important as food. We need to eat every day. But we also need to get dressed every day. Nobody’s going out naked… right?&nbsp; The sustainable and vegan fashion market is growing, so now there’s no excuse to say “Hey I’m vegan” while still continuing to buy clothes that are unsustainable or harm our ecosystem.&nbsp; As fashion lovers, we want to feel stylish or exuberant, feeling comfortable and dressing well is important too. And that's what the new brand <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ochiworlduk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Ochi</a> brings to the market. 100% organic, recycled, eco-friendly and vegan. The brand, whose name means “eyes” (<a href="https://www.ochiworlduk.co.uk/collections/all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Ochi</a> is Romanian for eyes), is not only&nbsp;committed to creating quality clothes but is also concerned with removing plastics from the ocean. In partnership with the organization, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cleanhub.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">CleanHub</a>,&nbsp;for every purchase from the Ochi website, the partnership will remove 1kg of plastic from our oceans. A perfect idea to help save our planet: being fashion conscious while eco-conscious.&nbsp; The brand was born in 2021 in the middle of lockdown, and at the moment it has in its collection t-shirts and hoodies in different colours - they may expand the options in the future.&nbsp;&nbsp; Our V-Land team have been wearing Ochi t-shirts, and found them comfortable, stylish and have had many people asking, “Oooh! Where’d you get that?” <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/v-land/image/upload/v1661900260/Image_11111_2b804a36d4.png" alt="white T-shirt with black open eye logo"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ochiworlduk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Ochi</a> Not only are they stylish, but they are also durable: we’ve washed ours many times and they’ve retained their shape and colour perfectly. Talking to the brand's founders, Ryan Unsworth and Roxana Simon, it is very clear that the brand's goal, beyond saving our ocean, is to encourage people to not only eat vegan or plant-based but also to make them aware of sustainable, vegan, cruelty-free fashion. Right now and for a limited time only our readers will get 10% off on any purchase on the <a href="https://www.ochiworlduk.co.uk/collections/all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Ochi website</a> using the code VLAND10.

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Ochi: Eyes on fashion and the ocean

Over the past couple of years, the pandemic has put a stop to many people’s usual self-care habits, including trips to the hair salon for a new hair colour or root touch up. Switching to at-home hair colouring became the most obvious option for those wishing to keep on top of their routine or just wanting to make a change during a time of restriction. However, while there are many box-dye options to be found at your local supermarket or online, finding a vegan friendly and sustainable brand that can still provide the ease of use, good coverage and lasting colour can be a challenge. This is where <a href="https://tintsofnature.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Tints of Nature</a> steps up to the plate, a brand that is all about creating natural products for hair care and colouring from natural ingredients that have been ethically sourced. With their extensive range of permanent and bold colours, it’s safe to say we were excited to give these products a go! To get started we tried the <a href="https://tintsofnature.com/shop/lightening/lightener-kit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Ammonia-Free 3-in-1 Lightner Kit</a> to lighten the hair ready to add the bold colour later on, an important step to ensure that you get the most vibrant final results possible. This product was created to provide a more natural and less damaging means of lightening your hair colour, with natural and organic ingredients that gently nourish and protect your hair while brightening your hair colour. The kit comes with easy-to-follow instructions that provide step-by-step directions on how to prepare the contents and the best application methods. We were pleasantly surprised to find that the products had such a lovely floral smell, and as someone with reasonably dark hair I was pleased to find that the kit had lightened my hair significantly giving me a blonde base to work with for the second stage.&nbsp; Now that your hair is a few shades lighter you’re ready to apply your choice of <a href="https://tintsofnature.com/shop/bold-colours" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">bold colour</a>, here at V-Land we tried out Tints of Nature’s <a href="https://tintsofnature.com/shop/bold-colours/bold-blue" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Vegan Semi-Permanent Bold Blue Hair Dye</a>. The bold colour dyes are semi-permanent so you can experience technicoloured hair without the commitment of a permanent dye. The cruelty-free formula allows for a colouring experience that comes guilt-free, not to mention damage free. Being a conditioner-based colour my hair felt softer and more luscious after colouring, but the best result of all was the bright and vibrant colour of my hair. So much so that I can’t wait to try a new colour in a few weeks!&nbsp; On top of lightening kits and a variety of bold colours <a href="https://instagram.com/tintsofnatureuk?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Tints of Nature</a> also offer permanent colour options as well as an award-winning range of hair care products, all of which adhere to the company's (and V-Land’s) ethical and sustainability ethos!&nbsp;

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Tints of Nature: Natural, cruelty-free hair colouring and care

For many of us, practising self-care often gets pushed to the bottom of our never-ending list of things to do. And whilst self-care and wellness come in many forms, from therapy to exercise to eating healthily, we also need to prioritise taking time for ourselves to just switch off. After a long week at work or a heavy weekend, the last thing you want to do is gear yourself up to do it all over again on Monday, and this is when the Sunday scaries start to settle in. Let’s put this anxious energy to one side and instead, focus on winding down for a cosy Sunday evening and looking after that precious mind of yours. You might want to cook your favourite dinner, put on some laundry for the week ahead and get out your fanciest PJs. But the best remedy of all is a nice hot bath - light some candles, grab a big glass of water and stick on some relaxing music or that book you’ve been meaning to read and let the pampering begin. One of our favourite products to use is the <a href="https://www.apothecaryandme.co.uk/products/floral-balance-bath-oil" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Apothecary &amp; Me Floral Balance Bath Oil</a>, which contains perfect ingredients for relaxation and healing properties for your skin. Pop a couple of full pipettes under hot running water and feel all the stress melt away with the luxurious spa-like scent of petitgrain, ylang ylang, neroli and rosewood. The wellbeing benefits are just another reason you’ll want to incorporate this into your weekly self-care routine. Apothecary &amp; Me create products using all natural ingredients that are rich in antioxidants, are anti-inflammatory and even help re-hydrate and soothe sensitive skin. As someone suffering from dry, eczema-prone skin during the winter, this product has been incredibly hydrating without feeling greasy. They’re passionate about treating skin with kindness through natural, plant-based oils that are packed with vitamins, all whilst keeping a minimal footprint on the planet: there’s even a tree planted with every order! The Floral Balance scent is perfect for helping level out those worries about the week ahead, and can even help with hormonal imbalances. Try popping a couple of drops into your palms or a flannel and taking a long, deep inhale to feel grounded and present, and take hold of that whirlwind of emotions. They offer a range of natural products on their <a href="https://www.apothecaryandme.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">website</a> including energising bath oils, body scrubs, face oils and reusable bamboo pads. Everything comes in beautiful, sustainable packaging that looks like it comes straight from an ancient apothecary’s shelf, and there’s a scent to suit every mood. With their range of gift sets, there’s something for everyone and a thoughtful reminder to our loved ones to relax and take time for themselves.

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Washing away the Sunday scaries with Apothecary & Me

Nine Yards are a premium Swedish haircare brand. After 5 years of tests and samples, they have refined their range and now offer a selection of products that are perfectly balanced between natural ingredients and functionality. Their products are created for professional settings with careful consideration to optimise their use.For a lot of people, our hair plays a significant role in how we express ourselves. At the heart of Nine Yards is the idea that if we worry less about fitting in, we can do more that stands out. Their products help to look after our hair no matter if it’s curly, frizzy, wavy or platinum bleached blonde.&nbsp; It may seem superficial, but our hair can really affect our mood, from a compliment on your haircut to a boost in confidence after styling your hair just right. Genetics play a huge role in our hair, the colour, the texture or its thickness. Styling your hair can be a way to embrace your culture and to express yourself. We found that Nine Yards has an amazing range of products for all hair types. The first thing you notice on Nine Yards’ <a href="https://nineyardssweden.com/products" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">website</a> is their geometric and colourful packaging. You can just imagine how great their bottles would look in your bathroom. They have a great range of professional, salon-ready products from styling to treatments.&nbsp; Maintaining bleached hair can be a real struggle. Without a great routine, it can become dull, dry, brassy and anything in between. We tried out Nine Yards’ <a href="https://nineyardssweden.com/products/silver-lining" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Silver Lining _ Silver Shampoo</a> and <a href="https://nineyardssweden.com/products/hjiproraar52cnxyxfhk4c8b9sg3um" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">True Cool _ Silver Conditioner</a> and we can say that they worked out an absolute treat. It seemed to give brassy looking hair life again. We would definitely recommend considering this for your routine if you have bleached hair. As well as their many shampoos and conditioners, their styling products are amazing too! After a long day working, we used their dry shampoo to revitalise our hair, which made it look as fresh as if just out of the shower. The anti-frizz cream also helped to tame unruly hair.&nbsp; If you’re looking to spice up your hair routine, or just try something new, you should definitely check out Nine Yards’ <a href="https://nineyardssweden.com/products" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">website</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nineyardsuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Instagram</a> and take a look for yourself.

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Going the whole Nine Yards

Having an easy, go-to hair care routine when you’re busy navigating the hustle and bustle of city life is a must. You know those products that sound promising on the label, but end up leaving hair heavier with leftover residue, or they strip the hair completely? Us too. So we were excited when Every Green shared a few of their beautiful products with us, and they did not disappoint.&nbsp; First up, we tried their Anti-Oxidant Shampoo and Conditioner - created to protect hair from exposure to pollution, UV rays, and ageing. Using a blend of pomegranate biological oil, oat extract, and sweet orange essential oils, these products smell like you’ve just stepped into a sweet shop with a heavenly sherbet fizz. Not only do the amber bottles look fancy on your bathroom shelves, but the products themselves are also incredibly moisturising, without leaving it heavy or feeling greasy. As someone with typically more oily roots and bleached ends, my hair felt lighter and bouncier after using these products it felt more natural than it has for a long time! Not only is this great on long hair, but it also works great for nourishing short, typically more dry hair too. So you’ve got fresh, luscious locks and now it’s time to style it. We tried out two products from their styling range; the Shining Spray and Hair Spray. This line is created for professional stylists and also for daily use at home, meaning anyone can create amazing hairstyles. The Strong Hold Spray for Hair is great at keeping everything in place and doesn't feel at all crispy (which is often the case with hairsprays). But my new favourite product is by far the Shining Spray, which has found its way into my daily hair care routine. Using this product on second-day hair helps give some life and shine back into those locks - it's so incredibly smoothing and silky, you won’t want to stop touching it. The best thing is, it does all of this without any feeling of residue or heaviness on the hair. What we love most about Every Green is that they don’t contain any nasties - they’re free from PEG, mineral oils, colourants, and silicones, to name a few, and their philosophy focuses on environmental, economic, and social sustainability. So if you’re keen to get your hands on some of Every Green’s products to keep your hair (and the planet!) healthy and full of life, be sure to check out their <a href="https://www.everygreen.it/products?lang=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">website</a> for more!

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Every Green makes every day a great hair day

At V-Land we believe that self-care is important now more than ever. Engaging in self-care routines is clinically proven to help increase happiness, improve energy levels and minimize frustration. To help us relax this Saturday, <a href="https://theskinworkshop.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">The Skin Workshop</a> has sent us a wonderful selection of products to try and review for our readers. It is easy to get caught up in our day to day lives, to the point where we forget to take time for ourselves. By taking some time out of our busy lives for some self-care, it helps to relieve some of the pressures of everyday life. Self-Care is pretty self-explanatory - caring for yourself. This includes anything that you do to keep yourself, yourself. Whether that’s a scenic walk, tucking into a good book or treating yourself to a relaxing bath.&nbsp; One of the best ways to exercise a little self-care is by making your skincare routine something enjoyable, a chance to focus on yourself. An effective and efficient skincare ritual can be a therapeutic process that sets us on track to feel our best.&nbsp; The Skin Workshop believes that wellness and self-care should be a priority for more people. All of their products are cruelty-free, vegan and palm oil-free. They are passionate about raising awareness for mental health, using their brand to promote self-care and wellness within the beauty industry, and on a wider scale too. At the company's heart, its ethos is to let its customers know that anyone should be able to access skincare without prejudice or feeling judged.&nbsp; Another great thing about The Skin Workshop is that they work to give back to worthy causes. On their products is a little logo that represents ‘Work for Good’ - this means that for every sale of their products, 5% will go directly to a charity that they have chosen. Currently they are supporting The Laura Hyde Foundation, which are working to support front-line and emergency workers with their mental health. We were excited to receive three of their products; an Anti-Pollution Spritz; 5% Niacinamide Serum and 1% Bakuchiol Serum. Firstly, we thought their packaging was amazing. With recyclable outer packaging that had a modern and vibrant design that would look great on anyone's shelf. The bottles themselves look unique, clean, and modern. A great option on their website is that you can order their products without the extra packaging, so you can reduce waste.&nbsp; The Anti-Pollution Spritz is something that we hadn’t heard of before, but after using it, we won’t soon go without it. The Spritz was perfectly refreshing, offering skin protection against pollution, blue light, and environmental toxins. It is formulated with marine botanicals, vitamins A, C, and E, as well as other antioxidants. The Skin Workshop promotes that defending your face with a protective barrier spray like this can be antiaging and help provide collagen. Once we got into the habit of using the product daily we grew to love it. We felt it left our skin feeling more glowy and healthy, as the spritz held in moisture. The best thing is, this product is safe for all skin types, which is great for those with sensitive skin.&nbsp; The 1% Bakuchiol Serum is an oil-based serum that has anti-aging, firming, and skin-toning abilities. This is a product that we found extremely relaxing and the perfect fit for your self-care routine. The serum helps to calm skin which is perfect for people who have sensitive skin. It is also great for helping restore firmness, refining skin texture, and evening out skin tone. With oat protein, this product helps to moisturize and condition your skin, leaving your skin feeling extra soft. We loved using this product at night time, but can also be used as part of your morning ritual.&nbsp;Finally, the 5% Niacinamide Serum, this one is a water-based serum that boosts your skin’s protective barrier, which naturally decreases with age. This product is also suitable for all skin types, offering radiance and a more even skin tone. Niacinamide is also known as vitamin B3 and helps to fight aging by keeping your skin hydrated and moisturized. This product is also great for acne and lightening your skin. This should be applied to clean skin, massaged in until fully absorbed, and is best used in the morning. Other products that they offer include biodegradable cleansing pads, a coffee bean scrub for head to toe, moisturising body bars and other goodies like tote bags and applicators. Make sure to check out The Skin Workshop’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theskinworkshopuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">Instagram</a> or <a href="https://theskinworkshop.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(102, 185, 102);">website</a> to browse their products and find out more.

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