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The 10 best vegan makeup products that genuinely deserve a spot in your makeup bag.

We’re talking about veganism but don’t worry, we’re not going to cram it down your throat. Instead, we’ve rounded up some of the best vegan beauty products to slather on your face. (There’s a difference, you see?)

Makeup lovers are increasingly becoming just as conscious about what they put in their makeup bag as they do on their plates. The good news is that vegan and cruelty free (meaning it’s not tested on animals) beauty has come in leaps and bounds over the last few years.

Whether you’re vegan or not, these cult buys and must haves are all products that genuinely deserve a place in your makeup bag.

1. The liquid lipstick that can withstand the messiest meals.

Make-up guru and celebrity tattooist Kat Von D has a range that boasts a number of great vegan products, but her Everlasting Liquid Lipstick, $30 is a cult favourite for a reason. The formula won’t budge and it comes in a whole array of colours, from subtle nudes to bolds.

2. The foundation that will last through whatever the day (or night) throws at you.

There's a reason the Designer Brands Longwear 24 Hour Foundation, $14.95  constantly rates comparisons to the exxy foundations. It's long-wearing, doesn't cake and includes Aloe Vera extract to keep skin nice and soft.

3. The eyeshadow palette that's just as good for beginners as it is pros.

With an array of matte and shimmers, the Garbo and Kelly Overnight Sensation Eyeshadow Palette, $70  is the perfect mix of everyday with pops of colour.

4. The highlighter you can see from outer space.

Make the astronauts jealous with the Sleek Cosmetics Highlighting Palette in Solstice, $24.95. It suits even the palest of skin tones and gives you options for intense highlight thanks to the inclusion of both powder and cream.

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5. The eye makeup brushes that will make smokey eyes seem possible.

Vegan make up brushes are a must-have. EcoTools has you covered. Their Ultimate Shade Duo eye shadow brushes, $14.95 are soft, strong and easy to use.

 

6. The illuminating drops that will fake a good night's sleep.

Whether you need to mask a week's worth of sleepless nights or just want a little bit of extra glow, the Australis Liquid Strobe Illuminating Drops, $19.95, are the simple solution. Just add a drop to your foundation or moisturiser.

7. The magic sponge that will give you a seriously flawless base.

I don't know what I did before discovering the Beauty Blender, $30. It's not cheap but it makes the world of difference, giving skin an airbrushed effect. Just dampen then use to apply your base makeup.

8. The hydrating lipstick you'll want to put in all your handbags (and car. And desk drawer.)

The Makeup Factory Vegan Lips, $35, offer pigmented colour with a matte finish, but aren't drying thanks to the inclusion of avocado oil, cocoa butter, rose oil and candellila wax instead of bees wax.

9. The fat eyeliner that will cut your makeup time in half.

If you like your eye makeup quick and easy, look no further than the Scout Cosmetics Eye Liner Chubbi Pencil, $24.95. Available in a range of jewel tones as well as black, all you need to do is swipe and go.

 

10. The mascara that won't leave your eyes crying.

If you have sensitive eyes, you can trust the Inika Organic Long Lash Vegan Mascara, $45, to lift and separate your lashes without looking clumpy.

 

Note - all the products listed in here are vegan but not all brands included do exclusively vegan products.