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Vegan skincare means cosmetic products made without animal-derived ingredients or by-products. Many people choose plant-based skincare for ethical and environmental reasons — and also because simple, well-formulated vegan products can feel wonderfully comfortable on sensitive skin when used in the right routine.
Looking for vegan skincare in the UK? This guide covers evidence-based benefits, a simple UK-friendly routine, and how to spot trusted certifications.
In short, vegan skincare avoids animal ingredients (like beeswax, lanolin, collagen, carmine) and focuses on plant-derived or mineral alternatives. It is not the same as “cruelty-free”.
Look for independent marks if you want extra assurance:
Note: “Vegan” doesn’t automatically mean “gentle” or “suitable for everyone” — skin comfort still depends on the full formula and how you use it.
Helpful starting points in our range: jojoba oil (light, face-friendly), argan oil (adds softness and shine), and rosehip oil (radiance and comfort). For very dry or reactive skin, explore the Gentle range.
New to ingredients? Our glossary explains key terms.
Not sure where to start? Explore our vegan skincare products (UK) by category or try samples.
Keep things calm and consistent. Here’s a simple starting point you can adjust to your skin.
Try: Make Up Melt → Rose Hydrolat → a few drops of the right oil for your skin → Gentle Day Cream.
Always check the INCI list and look for independent marks if you want additional assurance.
No. Vegan relates to ingredients; cruelty-free relates to animal testing. Look for schemes like the Leaping Bunny for robust cruelty-free assurance.
It can be a comfortable choice, especially when fragrance-free and kept simple. Patch test first if your skin is reactive.
No — those are separate ideas. You can read more about our approach to organic skincare and our ethos.
“Best” depends on your skin’s needs. Start with a simple routine (cleanser, hydrating toner, lightweight oil, moisturiser, SPF) and look for independent marks such as the Vegetarian Society Vegan Approved trademark and the Leaping Bunny cruelty-free programme. Browse our vegan skincare products (UK) by category.
Look for UK-recognised schemes such as the Vegetarian Society Vegan Approved trademark for ingredient-level vegan assurance and Leaping Bunny for cruelty-free standards. Our range is Vegan Approved by the Vegetarian Society, and we align with Leaping Bunny standards.
We do not use palm oil or palm-derived ingredients in our products, and never will. Learn more about ingredients we leave out on our ingredients to avoid page.
If you’re unsure where to start, try our sample sizes or get in touch — we’re happy to help.
Written by Rebecca Martin, Conscious Skincare founder