Posted July 31, 2012 by Jenny
We all ♥ makeup, but let’s face it: Makeup can be überspendy! Luckily, there are some reasonably priced brands that get the job done just as well as those pricey alternatives. Even better, some of the least expensive makeup is also cruelty-free! What can be better than looking your best while supporting companies that don’t test their products on animals?
Check it out—I’ve put together two cruelty-free makeup bags that contain all the essentials for under $15:
Metallic Polka Dot Cosmetic Pouch, $4.80, Forever 21
Studio Shimmer Palette, $3, e.l.f.
Studio 3-in-1 Mascara, $3, e.l.f.
Studio Glossy Gloss, $3, e.l.f.
Blooming Rose Cosmetic Bag, $4.80, Forever 21
Essential Glitter Eyeshadow, $2, e.l.f.
Stick Blush, $6, NYX Cosmetics
Essential Lengthening & Defining Mascara, $1, e.l.f.
Take the $15 Cruelty-Free Makeup Challenge—it’s super easy—and let us know how it goes! For help, check out our cruelty-free shopping guide.
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I have always lived in Los Angeles but my family and I went to Mexico for my parents wedding. So we came back to LA. I don't like LA but were here already what can I do unless I move out and find my own housing. I have always liked animals and it was til I was like about 14 when I learned about tests they do on animals and I began to explore animal cruelty because I was interested it in it. I have watched videos that just broke my heart so that's why today I'm doing all I can to not buy anything that has harmed an animal and I'm vegetarian .
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202 days ago
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I have been using e.l.f. for years! I find it as the dollar store all the time! It is so good to know that it’s cruelty free <3
264 days ago
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Love the mascara
267 days ago
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I love vegan lipstick!!!
291 days ago
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Hate to complain, but where are the eyeliners? Black eyes are about all i rock. (:
314 days ago
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I will be honest with you, i have tried a few of elf products and i did not like them, but maybe it’s just me…
316 days ago
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Hot Topic actually has a makeup line called black heart and its vegan friendly and the lipsticks are amazing
316 days ago
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where can you buy nyx, im from Indiana
314 days ago
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Hey Chastity,
There’s a “Store Locator” on their frontpage (http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/) that will tell you if there are any locations near you. And if not you can always buy online
Thanks,
diANA m
peta2
316 days ago
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I actually just replaced all my makeup with cruelty free brands.
Mostly e.l.f. and Nyx.
322 days ago
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I actually own all the products listed I find they work just as good as higher price products. PLUS THEY ARE CRUELTY FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BONUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
323 days ago
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Yay for e.l.f.!
323 days ago
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Hard candy is also a cheap crualty free make up brand.