Living a vegan lifestyle doesn't mean you have to be limited when it comes to your beauty kit - there are some great make-up and skincare products out there.
We've rounded up the best vegan beauty products to give you some inspiration...
Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Lip Tar in 'Vintage'
Liquid lipsticks have become a beauty staple, but finding a vegan-friendly colour with a matte finish can be a tricky task. Luckily, OCC have created a gorgeous range of vibrant coloured matte lipsticks, that are 100 per cent vegan and cruelty free, and use hemp oil for that luscious finish.
£11.50 each, available at love-makeup.co.uk
Arbonne RE9 Advanced Lifting and Contouring Eye Cream
This vegan and gluten-free beauty hero works to awaken and lift delicate skin, leaving you with a complexion that looks firmer and tighter – ideal if you're looking to reduce signs of ageing.
£48, available at arbonne.com
SOIGNÉ Botanique Nail Lacquer – Faded Collection
We're loving these new polishes from Soigné in earthy, faded hues that are perfect for a chic, autumnal look. Try the sophisticated mineral-grey 'Mica' polish, or the unique green 'Poussière d'ortie', meaning nettle dust. Looking for a pop of colour? 'Ombre Solaire' is a vibrant burnt orange, sure to make a statement.
£11 each, available at soignenails.com
Bean Body Coffee Bean Scrub in Cocoberry
Exfoliation is key to any effective skincare routine, and these luxurious scrubs from Bean Body do just that. Not only are they great for the body, but you can also use them to refresh and reinvigorate your scalp – containing coconut oil, they nourish your hair and keep it looking as healthy as ever!
£14.95, available at hollandandbarrett.com
Benecos Vegan Volume Natural Mascara in 'Magic Black'
Statement, voluminous lashes are a firm favourite amongst celebrities and beauty bloggers alike, and this mascara wand is ideal if you're after the look. Not only does it work to enhance volume, but this mascara is great in that it doesn't stick or cause clumps – and it's suitable for sensitive eyes!
£7.95, available at benecos.co.uk and Whole Food stores.
KMS California MOISTREPAIR Leave-In Conditioner
A spritz of this conditioner does wonders to hydrate your tresses and help replenish their moisture balance. This is also a must-have if you're looking to detangle your hair instantly – plus it leaves it feeling soft and supple.
£16, available at lookfantastic.com and feelunique.com
Lavera Illuminating Eyeshadow Quattro in Indian Dream
Neutrals and nudes remain a firm classic whatever the season, and we're loving this sleek palette with four shades that are so easy to blend together to create a whole range of on-trend looks.
£14.50, available at pravera.co.uk
The Natural Deodorant Co. Clean Deodorant in vanilla and manuka
This deodorant is so easy to apply – simply leave it on your skin to be absorbed, no rubbing in needed! Free from fillers, alcohol, parabens and chemicals, it has completely natural ingredients that work to nourish the sensitive skin on your underarm.
£6, available at naturaldeoco.com
Tarte Cosmetics Rainforest of the Sea Water Foundation
This lightweight foundation has quickly become one of our beauty heroes, as not only does it work to hydrate the skin, it also provides full coverage to give you a radiant complexion. We're also loving the easy pipette dispenser and double-sided brush to help you get even coverage.
£31.20, available at qvcuk.com
Clean Beauty Co. Scrub Life
Made from coffee, coconut oil, jojoba and grapefruit, this 100 per cent natural exfoliant works to scrub, buff and smooth your skin from head to toe. The high caffeine content works to stimulate blood flow to tone and tighten skin – simply leave on for 5-10 minutes and then rinse off!
£20 for a 200ml tub, available from cleanbeautyco.com
Skinny Tan Mousse
This light, fluffy mousse is a must-have if you're after a natural, radiant-looking tan. Not only does it develop just hours after being applied, but it can last up to 14 days, making it ideal if you're often on the go. Made with natural tanning ingredients including coconut, guarana and almond oil, it has naturally derived skin smoothing actives, and is suitable for vegans.
£24.95, available at skinnytan.co.uk
Odylique Timeless Rose Moisturiser
This luxurious day cream is excellent for sensitive skin, as the rose helps to calm redness and promote skin restoration. It also contains jojoba and coconut oils to deeply moisturise the skin – not to mention it's high in antioxidants to reduce fine lines and counteract signs of ageing. As a bonus, it also has raw shea to protect the skin, as well as soothing and moisture-locking aloe vera.
£23, available at odylique.co.uk
Beautiful Me Mineral Concealer Be Gone
Embrace the matte trend with this luscious concealer made from a 100 per cent natural mineral formula. Not only is it oil-free, but it conceals spots without caking and highlighting and allows the skin to breathe. Free from parabens, synthetic dyes and fragrances, fillers, bismuth oxychloride, nano particles and animal products, it's ideal for vegan beauty addicts!
£8, available at hollandandbarrett.com
Jojoba and Rose Hip oil
Give your skin the pampering it deserves with this nourishing oil. The jojoba works to penetrate deeper layers of skin and improve cell regeneration, while the rose hip oil is rich in vitamin A to help heal scars and stretch marks – not to mention it's rich in essentially fatty acids to fight signs of ageing.
£16.95, available from Holland & Barrett stores nationwide.
