So, what’s all this talk about Bleat?
For vegans everywhere, something big is about to happen…
Say hello to Bleat.
If you’re a vegan trying to find vegan friendly restaurants, looking for the latest recipes or just interested in meeting other vegans, all you have to do is Bleat. If you’re a vegan concerned for the rights of animals, have questions about a raw-only diet or simply perplexed about pulses just Bleat. Even if you’re a non-vegan and you’re simply contemplating the idea of a vegan lifestyle - BLEAT!
What’s so great about Bleat?
There’s a lot to discover at Bleat, such as:
A vast comprehensive vegan resource
Interact with vegans from all across the globe
Advice on vegan friendly brands
Recipes, restaurant guides & reviews
Information on the welfare of animals
How do we sum Bleat up? Well, Bleat isn’t just a vegan social network and it’s certainly far from just a vegan directory. Simply put, it’s a whole new way to get the absolute most from your vegan lifestyle.Go on, Bleat about it.
In six days you can BLEAT about it!
A social networking site for the Veg*n community.
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Check out Blood Tight - 100% organic cotton tees, representin’
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Hey guys, check out this up and coming vegan company! They’re currently fishing for ideas for products WE want. Some great suggestions were steel-toed boots/work grade shoes.
I asked one of my favorite beauty bloggers Vegan Beauty Review to guest post on her favorite vegan friendly hair dyes:
For cruelty-free, vegan, alternative hair dyes (blue, pink, green, etc.)◦ Special Effects
◦ Jerome Russell’s Punky Colour (#1 and #2 have the longest-lasting formulas In my humble opinion)
◦ Manic Panic
◦ Paul Mitchell’s Ink Works
◦ Splat
◦ Hot Topic Raw
◦ Stargazer (UK)
◦ Directions (UK)Note: These are all semi-permanent hair dyes (which work best on bleached hair), and they fade with each wash. Also, be sure to use gloves when dying hair to avoid purple/pink/blue hands and fingernails. And… these dyes tend to smell a bit like candy. :)
For natural colored cruelty-free hair dyes
◦ Herbatint - has a pleasant licorice scent, available at Whole Foods, other health food stores, and Amazon.com (best deal)
◦ LUSH henna (in red, brown, black, and chestnut) - all-natural, plant-based, and infused with cocoa butter for extra conditioning
◦ Aubrey Color Me Natural - Available in dark brown and mahogany.For more on vegan, cruelty free hair dyes check out Sunny’s website VeganBeautyReview.com #VegansofIG
(via theveganfashionista)
Tattoos are an expression of who you are… So why not let vegans express themselves too?
FIXED: Dynamic, INTENZE, Bloodline, Eternal, Good Color, Starbrite, Waverly, Stable, Alla Prima, Fusion, Kuro Sumi, Silverback, Classic Color Systems, Unique, and I Max Tattoo Inks are ALL VEGAN (YES, EVEN WAVERLY’S DARK BLACK IS VEGAN).Make sure that you ask the tattoo parlor if they have carry any of these brands. Also, you should also be looking out for parlors that mix their own colors, as these may contain inks made by vegan companies, but mixed with non-vegan products. Finally, India Ink (found in black inks) is made from bones - so even if you are unsure, or want to verify.. Ask! Parlors will respect your requests.
In love with trendy liquid leggings, but cannot find a pair that comes in a non-leather finish? Check out Stella Elyse tights and leggings. The company offers some great deals on funky designs for both types. You can find them on Amazon :3
(Source: amazon.com)
VEGAN MAKEUP REVIEW greyaphelion:
#picstitch #swaggercosmetics are amazing! #1stimage is of Red Bone, Belieber, Dirty Martini, Blonde Dyke, and Swagger. #2ndimage is the #eyeshadow Responsitransity. #3rdimage is Blonde Dyke and Dirty Martini. #igmakeup #instareview (Taken with Instagram)
Triptych of images I put together showing off my free samples of Swagger Cosmetics eyeshadow. First and foremost, the company owner and creator of the cosmetics is Blake Karamazov. As a makeup artist, it was easier and cheaper for Blake to create eyeshadows and lipgloss rather than purchase them. Along with her lifestyle choice, as an “eater of plants” she states that, “Swagger Cosmetics were born out of my desire to have affordable, bold, vegan products. I believe everyone should be able to afford to be fabulous, and especially to be weird AND fabulous! All colours and formulas are handmade from scratch, and never tested on animals.”
The first image is a list of swatches. From left to right they are: Red Bone, Beiber Fever, Dirty Martini, Blonde Dyke, and Swagger.
Red Bone is a beautiful two-toned, shimmery red shadow that brings both luxury and a party. There is a deep red brown shade that is accompanied by a bright, red wine color that leaves others mesmerized. The first day I wore this color to work I received several compliments - always a plus!
Whether or not you’re swooning for the teenage heartthrob, Beiber Fever is a color for anyone who loves vibrant hues - or LOVES purple. A little goes a long way for this hue, as it is a sure way to get anyone focused on you.
Dirty Martini happens to be my favorite out of this group as it is a deep olive green that is truely stunning (It compliments my skin tone rather well). This eyeshadow is has a very easy and smooth application and pairs super well with brighter matte colors. The extra shimmer catches the light just right and gives this color a new ‘emerald’ depth to it.
Blonde Dyke is true to its pigment and stays just as bright as it does in it’s container. This makes this semi-matte eyeshadow essential for anyone who loves bright colored eyes…or just a fantastic yellow shade! Pair this with a shimmer or glitter eyeshadow and you’ll be the star of the show.
Finally, after all we’ve been through… We still have our Swagger (lol). Swagger is a two-in-one pigment. Use a little bit and you’ll have a faint teal shimmer that would pair well on top of a darker color. Use more and the teal will shine through.
Overall, I feel that Swagger Cosmetics produces quality product that is worth a try.
Pros:
True to swatch/true match pigments
Bright colors that last
A little goes a long way
More cosmetics offered on web store
Free samples with a purchase
Charismatic owner who handmakes all of her products
Vegan
No animal testing
Cons:
Products may vary in chemical composition due to being handmade
Some eyeshadows need more product applied to be seen
Shadows are very fine, and too much product on brush can result in pigments falling onto face.
Must be bought online, unless you live in Seattle.
Pictures:
1 - Red Bone, Beiber Fever, Dirty Martini, Blonde Dyke, and Swagger swatches (from left to right).
2 - Light application of Swagger on lid.
3 - Application of Dirty Martini on lid, paired with Blonde Dyke on inner corner.
To purchase: http://swaggerco.bigcartel.com/ http://www.facebook.com/prettyparlor
(Source: greyaphelion)
#picstitch #swaggercosmetics #makeup #igmakeup #eyeshadow (Taken with Instagram)
Anonymous:My apologies for not responding right away, but I have just noticed your message.
Yes, I have heard how UD has backed out of China, and it has made me wonder why. I do feel that either of your suggestions is applicable as to WHY the company left, but, in my honest opinion, I don’t know why UD left.
One could say that UD had a change of heart after reading the thousand responses (on fb alone) to the announcement for China - if you look at the outraged messages left on UD’s fb page - the company may have decided to back out because the loss of current fans/customers. There is evidence that the company did respond to several questions that were put forth by customers when UD stated that they would answer any and all questions that would be sent to the company. The total number of messages and letters sent to the company against the decision? The world may never know. From that I can only speculate, ya know?
Another reason that UD backed out is due to greed. UD wanted to go because of greed, and UD left because of greed. In their three paragraph message found on the web store UD states that, “… ultimately we did not feel we could comply with current regulations in China and remain true to our core principles. We know there are many progressive consumers in China who would embrace an opportunity to purchase non-animal tested products - our hope remains that we have the chance to offer Urban Decay products to these consumers someday in the future.” Simply, UD states that they felt that they could not comply with China’s rules based on the company’s belief systems. Because of this, one could say that UD did want to change China by altering its policies about animal testing, but it can also be said that the company made a poor choice in HOW they chose to go about it.
Take for instance LUSH, the company that outright said “no” to China … LUSH not only rejected the idea they stated that they would not expand into China UNTIL China changed its policies, AND also launched a petitioning campaign for storefronts to add their signatures to end animal cruelty in cosmetics. Now, look at Urban Decay. UD says, “We will go to China. We won’t test, but the government will BUT we’re going to change that from within.” Another way of looking at it is this: One company chose to forbid a country from selling its product because the principles that began the company still stand. The company believes that in the product they sell. It’s popular and great enough that the billions of consumers will demand for it and change society. The other company said we are going to go forward to “possibly” change the world until we realize we cannot fix it/government won’t budge… At least we made some money/acquired new customers.
My last thought is this. Could UD have lost backing from the CCIC, the Vegan Society, and several other vegan/cruelty free groups when they announced the move? How can a company trying to change the world when no one backs them up?
I hope I answered your question??
My personal choice is that I will not be using UD ever again. It is really upsetting, because I did happen to like the company’s eye primer, but fooled me once, shame on you. Fooled me twice, shame on me.
