I wrote this nearly a month ago, but didn’t get round to posting it, as I wanted to use all the things before I did so. I STILL haven’t tried them all so I’m going to just post it as it was from last month. Apologies it’s so late! A couple of months ago, I… Continue reading The Vegan Kind monthly box April 2016 (#TVK30)
Hi everyone, Just a quick note so you all know I’m hosting tonight’s #cfbloggers chat on Twitter from 9-10pm UK time. If you don’t already follow me, check out my feed (@harmlesslife) for the details or go to @cfbloggerschat. I’m planning to discuss vegan and cruelty-free beauty ingredients. It will probably over-run so if you’re… Continue reading Cruelty-free and vegan beauty chat tonight
As many of you may already know, Leo has been fed a vegan diet since just before Christmas. When I wrote about his veganism (read post here), the comments all expressed concern for his well-being. Since writing the post, not only have I done some further research into vegan cats, but Leo has had to… Continue reading #VeganCat update: vet examinations and blood tests
Apologies to anyone who has already read this post and may have followed my recommendation of shopping at Sainsbury’s. I have made the following amendment to the post to address issues brought to my attention via Twitter earlier today:- “2. Shop somewhere that is good at labelling their vegan products *Edit 18/02/2016 Sainsbury’s appears to… Continue reading Urgent Update to 7 Tips for New Vegans post (re Sainsbury’s)
In case you’re not already aware, Leo is now a vegan cat so far as what we feed him is concerned. I can’t vouch for him when he’s out, as I’m sure he’ll continue to chase mice, birds and other small creatures, but that’s nature and, unfortunately, can’t be stopped. The decision to make Leo… Continue reading Vegan cats
We all hear about the debate over whether certain chemicals are safe to be used in cosmetics, but do most of us know where our beauty products come from? Based on how shocked I was to find out the origins of many common beauty ingredients, I highly doubt it. I’ve been vegetarian for twenty years… Continue reading Are moo-cows hiding in your lipstick?
After searching for vegan beauty tags, it doesn’t look like there are many out there so I’ve created my own. If you do this tag, please let me know and, if you use it on your blog, I’d love it if you could give harmlesslife.com a mention. Feel free to use as much or as… Continue reading #VeganBeauty tag
This tag originally contained some US-specific questions, so I’ve amended it to a UK-friendly version. Makeup Blush or bronzer? Blush Lipgloss or lipstick? Gloss Eyeliner or mascara? Mascara Foundation or concealer? Concealer Neutral or colour eyeshadow? Neutral Pressed or loose eyeshadows? Pressed Brushes or sponges? Brushes Nails OPI or Barry M? Barry M Long or… Continue reading This or That: Beauty Edition (UK version) tag
Making the decision to switch to a vegan lifestyle can be daunting, especially when you realise just how many animal ingredients are out there. I hope anyone new to veganism, or anyone who just wants to reduce the animal-based products they buy, find these tips useful. 1. Take small steps if the big ones are… Continue reading 7 Tips for New Vegans
