Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Vegan or Animal Cruelty Free Makeup Brushes = Good Karma

Makeup brushes that are non-vegan most probably come from the fur/hair of a squirrel, sable, goat, badger, rabbit or pony. Further more, if the manufacturer doesn’t state clearly that the brushes are “ANIMAL CRUELTY FREE”, then most likely the animal used is caged in horrendous conditions, then tortured and killed in the process.

The fact is that we are now living in an age where we are offered with such an enormous choice of high quality synthetic makeup brushes as a replacement for the old animal processed ones. In my opinion, synthetic brushes are just as good. Advances in technology means that synthetic brushes made from taklon can now achieve the finesse and softness as animal haired brushes. What’s more is that synthetic brushes are easier to clean and longer lasting as I have found it to excellent for applying mineral makeup for a flawless finish. “The reason animal fur has been found to be so effective is because of it’s natural structure. It has little ridges on it that grab the powder and hold it in the brush for easy application. New vegan brushes made with Taklon are made with microscopic pock marks that duplicate natural hair. Giving it the ability to mimic the smooth application of animal fur.”

Click here to read more about the new advanced vegan brushes

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