Let’s just understand what being vegan and cruelty-free actually means. Science has developed tremendously over the few 100 years, and like any other field, skincare too has come a long way. Firstly, understand what animal cruelty actually is; in the past and unfortunately, still, cruel experiments are done on poor lab animals such as mice, rabbits, and guinea pigs. 

These innocent creatures were and still are tortured in the following ways:

• Different harmful chemicals are applied to their shaved skins to check for any irritation or harmful rash.
• They are forcefully fed harmful chemicals and medicines to rule out if its toxic for not
• Potentially harmful eye drops are given to them which might sting and make them blind.
• They are not given any pain relief medication during or after the experiments.
• They are left to die if any product does prove to be toxic or poisonous. 

Now to understand what veganism or vegan products are. Veganism can be described as being a little more considerate towards the world, where you wouldn’t consume or use anything that has ingredients that are derived directly or indirectly from animals. skin care products that use animal-based ingredients might include:

• Glycerin
• Lanolin
• Casein
• Squalene
• Guanine
• Oleic Acid
• Stearic Acid
• Carmine
• Collagen
• Beeswax

and the list goes on and on.

Fortunately, in today’s time, things have gotten much better, big associations such as ASPCA, PETA, and many more have come forward to ensure that these practices are stopped, and many skin care companies such as Neutriherbs and many more are also proudly badging their products cruelty-free and vegan. which means that no experiments of any type are done on animals, also no ingredient that is derived from animals is used. And the good news is that using cruelty-free and vegan skincare products has many benefits, this includes:

1. It is proven that using Cruelty-free and vegan products is much healthier for you, as no harmful experiments on animals mean that the products do not have harsh chemicals which could harm your skin. 
2. It is also observed that these products are generally pocket friendly, which may mean you are saving the planet as well as your pocket!
3. Many animals, their lives, and their habitats are saved because of your small gesture. It might be a small step for you to go vegan and cruelty-free but it saves the lives of these innocent creatures.
4. It might be an easier way to go green if you were unsure of where to start. Let’s just think this way: YOU ARE SAVING THE PLANET BY DOING THIS.
5. It can help small businesses to grow. Indeed, the cruelty free and vegan industry is still small as compared to the inconsiderate giants. by buying such products you are automatically helping these small businesses to grow which can further help in eliminating this unfair practice.
6. And lastly, you will feel great afterward. Don’t you think how good will you feel that you weren’t selfish when you bought skin care products to pamper yourself at the cost of some innocent creature’s life?