I've recently become more interested in make up again and so have been experimenting with lots of cosmetics and toiletries which are cruelty free! These come from four main brands: Soap and Glory, Superdrug own brands, Lush and Barry M.
Superdrug Own Brands
48 hours Antiperspirant Deodorant
To be honest, I have no idea if this lasts for 48 hours...however, I can tell you that it lasts through an energetic 9 to 5 job working with kids. It has a gentle smell which does not become overwhelming with sweat (does anyone else get that when they sweat?)
Four out of five stars.
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BB Eye Cream in Light
This has a brush head and you have to squeeze the tube to get the cream out. Its nice and light, but still gives good coverage. Works great as a primer before concealer.
Four out five stars.
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Conditioning Cuticle Oil Pen
Makes it super easy to push your cuticles back and leaves them in beautiful condition.
Four out of five stars.
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Witch Hazel Mud Mask
Works so well! It leaves your skin feeling so pure and clean. Only slight downside - if I'm having a sensitive skin day it feels a little overly tingly and leaves my skin looking a little red.
Four out of five stars.
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Simply Pure Moisturiser for Sensitive Skin
I personally haven't tested the SPF of this because I need a higher SPF as I burn crazily easily! This is incredibly calming, no fragrance and very hydrating.
Four out of five stars.
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Simply Pure Cleansing Face Mask
A good daily face mask, but if you're having a really bad break out, you'll need something stronger.
Three out of five stars.
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Elegant Touch Protective Nail Glue
Keeps fake nails on reasonably well, but leaves nails in really bad condition! I used this several weeks ago and it's still stuck to my nails, even though the nails came off after about a week.
Three out of five stars.
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Vitamin E Refreshing Toning Mist
Smells nice and feels nice, but to be honest, I don't really feel like it does much!
Two out of five stars.
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Nourishing Creme Bath
Smells great, foams reasonably well, leaves skin feeling soft.
Three out of five.
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Simply Pure Foaming Cleanser
Little fragrance, great for sensitive skin. Lathers very nicely, great for taking off face masks, but still very soft on the skin. Absolutely love this product.
Four out of five.
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B. Pure Micellar Water
No fragrance and good for sensitive skin. It does occasionally sting my eyes if they're having a sensitive day.
Four out of five.
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Make Up Artist Nail Polishes
I'm pretty sure this brand is owned by Superdrug. These nail polishes apply really well. However they feel cheap, as they chip really easily. The top coat takes on the colour of your other nail polish as you apply and it doesn't really protect it.
Two out of five stars.
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Soap And Glory
Soap and Glory Scent
I was so excited to find a cruelty free perfume as I love perfume but have yet to find a brand that is cruelty free. This stuff is very cheap (think this medium sized bottle was £15). I think it's eau de toilette based. It smells great - very similar to other Soap and Glory products, but it doesn't last on the skin very long - only a couple of hours.
Four out of five stars.
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Kick Ass Concealer
This product is a 3-in-1. It contains an illuminating under eye concealer, facial concealer and a setting powder. Both work well and don't crease up and the setting powder is a lovely touch and great for use if you don't want to use an all over facial powder.
Four out five stars.
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Kick Ass Stick Concealer
I was actually quite disappointed by this product. The lightest shade is very yellowy and doesn't suit my skin tone. It doesn't offer very coverage and yet is is very greasy and heavy and creases really easily. I bought it for use on my under eyes, but I really hate it. I didn't even finish this product up, which is unusual because I hate waste.
One out of five stars.
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Supercat Eyeliner Pen
I love this product. It has a felt-tip style nib, which is great for my super-sensitive eyelids. You don't need to constantly refill which is great and it lasts for ages. I also find that it stays on my lids really well, though it does take a little while to set. I've already repurchased it.
Five out of five stars.
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The Righteous Butter
I really like the scent of this, but despite marketing itself as being for very dry skin, I don't actually find it very hydrating.
Three out of five stars.
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Thick and Fast Mascara
I like this product a lot. It's pretty good at being both volumising and lengthening, but it doesn't do either to an extreme. It stays on really well and gives a lovely natural look. The colour is really dark as well. Takes a while to dry though which can lead to smudges and can be a little clumpy after a while.
Four out of five stars.
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Lush
Fun Bar
I only have this product to mention at the moment, although I do love their products. However I find them a little pricey. My fiancé bought this for me as a treat as we recently moved close to a Lush Store. It lasts for AGES as you only have to uses a tiny pinch. It feels like playdough and can be used in the bath or shower. It has a lovely citrusy scent.
Four out of five.
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Jessica Fusion - Base Coat
Works really well, goes on very easily and doesn't smell too strongly. I also bought some fast dry drops from this brand, but they didn't really work at all. This product is a little pricey and hard to find, but it lasts a very long time.
Four out of five stars (one out of five for the fast dry drops)
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E.L.F Pan Stick in Apricot
This product is great. It lasts ages, it smells of apricots, the colour really suits my skin tone, it's very cheap (I think this was £2), it goes on very easily and has great coverage. However you can only order it online.
Four out of five stars.
Barry M
Natural Glow Eyeshadow Palette 2
This palette contains loads of great natural colours, as well as an eyelid primer. The colours are very pigmented and the primer works really well, however once you've used it for a while, the primer gets a little clumpy.
Four out of five stars.
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Dazzle Dust - Old Gold
This product lasts for ages. I think I've had this pot for two years at least. It seems a little pricey because it's about £4 for a tiny pot, but it does last for ages. It's very sparkly and glittery,however it does rub off and smudge quite easily. It creates a great look though.
Four out of five stars.
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Barry M Nail Polishes
I absolutely love Barry M nail polishes. The colours are great, they apply really well, they don't have too bad a smell and they don't chip when used with a good top and base coat. However, I would say the new Sunset Gel look UV set range aren't worth the extra money- they look exactly the same as the others.
Four out of five stars.
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Flawless Matte Powder
Does what it says on the tin. Colour suits my skin tone and it does a reasonably good job at mattifying my shiny patches. Nothing special.
Three out of five stars.
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Afterglow Light Bronzer
A very good bronzer, goes on well (perhaps too well as its very easy to put too much on!). Possibly slightly orange in tone. Great for pale skin though.
Three out of five stars.
And that's all folks!
