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in Natural BeautyLab Grown Skin: Did Cosmetics Animal Testing Just Become Obsolete?
In the UK, the answer could soon be yes! Researchers are developing lab grown skin suitable for cosmetics and pharmaceutical testing. Bunnies everywhere, rejoice! More
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in Beauty Supplies, Natural Beauty4 Animal Testing Bans Across the Globe
2013 and 2014 have been big years for animal rights. Sweeping animal testing bans are taking the cruelty out of the beauty industry, but one country is shamefully missing from this list. More
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in UncategorizedAnimal Rights WIN! Sao Paulo Bans Animal Testing!
The state of São Paulo passed a ban on cosmetics animal testing late last month, and bunnies everywhere did a happy dance.
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in UncategorizedVideo the Leather Industry Doesn’t Want You to See
Whenever I talk about vegan alternatives to leather, I feel like I get a lot of pushback. Leather is a natural material, so it must be eco-friendly, right? I feel like that argument fails on many levels, and the video below is just one example of how unnatural the leather industry really is. More
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in Celebrity Style, UncategorizedCelebs Against Animal Testing + Cruelty
There are many celebrities who work to end animal testing: Ellen DeGeneres is a huge advocate for animal rights… More
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in Beauty Supplies, Natural BeautyAnimal Testing Phase-Out in China (sort of)
Great news for animal rights! China is phasing out mandatory animal testing on domestic beauty products! More
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in Sustainable FashionWhat does ethical fashion mean to you?
Ethical fashion is a multi-faceted term, and it can mean different things to different people. What does it mean for you? More
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in Beauty Supplies, Make Up, Natural BeautyEuropean Union Bans Animal Testing
March is going to be a great month for animals. Beginning on March 11, any cosmetics containing animal-tested ingredients will be banned in the European Union! More
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in True BeautyPaul Mitchell and Urban Decay Say No to Animal Testing
Animal testing in the cosmetics industry is more than just cruel – it’s unnecessary – and it’s great to see big brands like Paul Mitchell and Urban Decay taking a stand against this practice! More
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in Sustainable FashionProject Runway Does It Gunn’s Way
I don’t know about you, but I’ve been crossing off the days until the premiere of season 10 of Project Runway like a kid waiting for summer vacation. Obviously, the fashions are inspiring, the drama is entertaining, and the judges’ critiques are absolutely hilarious, but one of the main reasons that Project Runway is do-not-disturb television is the unparalleled Tim Gunn. More
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in Beauty Supplies, Natural Beauty, Skin SmartHuman Undergoes Animal Testing for Animal Rights
If you’re an eco-fashionista, chances are you already opt for beauty products from companies that avoid animal testing. The sad truth is that most people aren’t aware of how we treat animals in the name of safer cosmetics, and testing doesn’t necessarily make our cosmetics safer. In fact, testing on animals can really only predict how products will affect humans in a limited way. The good news is that there are companies out there that don’t resort to animal testing. More
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in Materials, Sustainable FashionCruelty in the Down Industry
When I was a kid, a down comforter was just a given in our house. Down is cozy. It’s soft. It’s like sleeping under a cloud, isn’t it? You might not rest so comfortably knowing how those feathers get from the bird to your bed. More
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in Materials, Sustainable FashionCommercial Wool’s Dirty Secret
While green fashionistas may look at wools as a natural, eco-friendly fabric, there’s a dark side to the wool industry that might change how you feel about knits. More
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in Animal Rights, Materials, Sustainable FashionWhat the Fashion Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know
*Warning-Graphic Content* This post on the fashion industry + animal cruelty is for informational purposes. We in no way enjoy showing these images, but feel you have the right to know what is going on. More
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in Celebrity Style, Designers + BrandsPETA Enlists Tim Gunn to Convince Donna Karan to Ditch Fur
Just days after Project Runway’s Tim Gunn sent a message to Donna Karan asking her to ditch the use of fur in her collection, the company has announced that her fall 2009 lines will be fur-free with “no plans” to use fur in the future. More
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in Celebrity StyleAnimal Rights Activist Hayden Panettiere’s Calfskin Handbag Project Confuses PETA
PETA and other animal welfare groups are confused by Hayden Panettiere, vegetarian and animal rights campaigner, who is working with leather goods manufacturer Dooney & Bourke on a signature bag available this Spring. More
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in Designers + Brands, Reviews, Sustainable Fashion, UpcycledDesigner Mariouche Turns Controversial Fur Green
Time for fall/winter fashions and when it comes to staying warm in freezing temperatures, the eco-minded public feels left in the cold by more than the weather. There aren’t many choices beyond synthetics. So what’s the solution? The answer lies in one’s moral perspective on what constitutes a sustainably made garment. Some find it strange […] More