A decade ago, it was difficult to find beauty products at affordable price points that didn't test on animals. With a few exceptions, most of the drugstore was not cruelty-free or leaping-bunny approved. Thankfully, that's been changing in recent years, and we no longer have to worry about cosmetics labs shoving mascara wands into the eyes of rabbits just to get our favourite beauty buys [1]. Some of your favourite brands have earned cruelty-free certification and you can finally give up cruel brands for good. Ahead you'll find some of the best drugstore products out there, that have never experimented [2] on cute furry creatures.
Milani Baked Blush
The a Milani Baked Blush [4] ($7) baked blushes gives a natural-looking flush to your cheeks.
NYX Dark Circle Concealer
This might be the best Dark Circle Concealer [5] ($6) on the market. The salmon tone and thin formula of this concealer brightens underneath your eyes without looking cakey or creasing.
NYX Wonder Pencil
The Wonder Pencil [6] ($5) is a miracle product in disguise. This unassuming, flesh-coloured pencil does it all. Need to cover a little spot that your concealer missed? Wonder Pencil can do it. Need to look more awake? Rim your waterline with the Wonder Pencil. Need to make sure your lip colour doesn't bleed? Once again, the answer is the Wonder Pencil.
Dove Go Fresh Deodorant Wipes
Dove Go Fresh Deodorant Wipes [7] ($6) are pre-moistened wipes that keep odors at bay for the entire day without ever leaving white marks on your clothing. They're ideal for tossing in your purse of gym bag.
E.L.F. Contouring Blush and Bronzer Powder
The E.L.F. Contouring Blush and Bronzer Powder [8] ($4) saves space in your makeup bag and gives your face a sculpted and flushed look effortlessly.
Milani Colour Statement Lipstick
The Milani Colour Statement Lipstick [9] ($5) is affordable, creamy, pigmented and comes in 32 colours and smells like a tropical holiday.
E.L.F. Clear Brow & Lash Mascara
The E.L.F. Clear Brow & Lash Mascara [10] ($2) is an ideal solution for keeping unruly brows under control. It leaves arches soft, not crunchy, and the clear mascara on the other side of the tube is a subtle way to accentuate bottom lashes. Bonus: no smudging!