Best Vegan Skincare

“Daydreamer is a lightweight serum-style body lotion that uses a biomimetic peptide-sapphire complex and tripeptide-28 to support firmness and elasticity, alongside paracress extract and plant-derived squalane for surface smoothing and barrier conditioning. Inulin acts as a prebiotic and green coffee oil rounds out the formula for tightening. The product is vegan, free from parabens, sulphates and phthalates and is clinically proven to boost firmness and elasticity within 6 weeks.”

“A gently exfoliating body scrub made from natural sugar crystals and organic coffee oil. The formula uses 99% naturally derived ingredients, is certified vegan by The Vegan Society and is COSMOS Natural certified. The sugar exfoliation refreshes and smooths surface texture, and the coffee oil adds a light caffeine-rich nourishment, leaving skin feeling polished and softened.”

“Aveeno’s body scrub combines 2% polyhydroxy acid with prebiotic oat and niacinamide to deliver gentle resurfacing without irritation. The bead exfoliation is naturally derived and the formula contains no obvious animal-derived ingredients in its INCI list. It offers a more clinical alternative for those who want gentle chemical and physical exfoliation in one step while keeping the routine plant-based.”

“UpCircle’s body scrub uses upcycled coffee grounds, sea salt and lemongrass and lime essential oils to exfoliate, supported by shea butter and coconut oil to nourish post-exfoliation. The brand is certified vegan and cruelty-free, and the formula is free from sulphates, parabens, mineral oils and phthalates. The texture is robust enough for tougher areas like elbows, knees and feet while remaining usable across the rest of the body.”

“A creamy scrub built around almond milk, walnut shell powder, sweet almond shell powder and hydrated silica for exfoliation, alongside jojoba and sesame oils for nourishment. The Body Shop has reformulated this product to be vegan, with 97% naturally derived ingredients. It is a softer, milkier alternative to coffee or sugar-based scrubs and is particularly well suited to sensitive skin that finds harsher exfoliants uncomfortable.”

“A vegan, cruelty-free sea salt scrub handmade in small batches. The formula combines fine and ultra-fine sea salts with coconut oil, avocado oil, shea butter, jojoba oil, argan oil and vitamin E to deliver both exfoliation and meaningful nourishment in one product. The unscented version is free from synthetic fragrance and essential oils, making it a reliable option for very sensitive or fragrance-reactive skin.”

“A vegan and oil-free body scrub that combines naturally derived sea salt with Australian sand, coconut husk and walnut shell powder. The formula is sulphate-free and a popular choice for those who like a more robust physical exfoliation. The scrub buffs away dull surface cells while remaining suitable for regular exfoliating routines on most body areas.”

“A rich, vegan shea body butter formulated with shea butter, soybean oil, olive fruit oil, glycerin and vitamin E. The texture is more occlusive than a body lotion, making it well suited to very dry skin or skin needing intensive overnight care. The 100% vegan certification and accessible price point have made it a steady favourite in the vegan skincare space.”

“A vegan and cruelty-free body moisturiser from UK brand Conscious Skincare, made with organic sunflower oil, organic shea butter and organic coconut oil and lightly scented with geranium and lavender essential oils. Approved by both the Vegetarian Society and PETA, the formula is plant-based, palm-oil-free and presented in glass packaging for those prioritising sustainability across the routine.”

“A clinically positioned vegan moisturiser-mask hybrid built around superoxide dismutase, niacinamide and a peptide blend. The formula is designed to support the skin against environmental stressors while delivering hydration and antioxidant protection. Allies of Skin is fully vegan and PETA certified, and the brand formulates without silicones, mineral oils, parabens and sulphates.”