Shopping cruelty-free on a budget

15th April 2024

Shopping cruelty-free can feel like an expensive and daunting task. Luckily, there are plenty of budget-friendly options available to those of us who want to make sure our purchases aren’t contributing to animal suffering.

The Basics of Cruelty-Free Shopping

When it comes to choosing cruelty-free products, the first step is identifying ethical brands. Many brands have promised not to test their products on animals, but there is no formal definition of “cruelty-free”, so it’s important to understand the policies behind the pledges.

Here at the Compassionate Shopping Guide, we check the brand and their parent company when they apply to be endorsed by us. This means brands in our guide have absolutely no links to animal testing and you can be confident they’re 100% cruelty-free!

Household Cleaning Items

It can be difficult to find items that fit your budget and your cruelty-free values. Fortunately, there are some great options out there that don’t break the bank. Many of the brands we endorse also use natural ingredients, avoiding chemicals or harmful irritants, so you can be reassured your cleaning products are also good for you as well as animals.

Check out some of the budget-friendly household cleaning brands that you can find in our guide – all free from animal testing:

• Astonish
• Fabulosa
• Bio-D
• Smol

Make-up, skincare and personal care products

It’s easier than ever to find budget-friendly, cruelty-free brands. Here are some great ones to check out:

• Barry M
• Treaclemoon
• Baylis & Harding
• Bomb Cosmetics
• Phil Smith Hair

With some research and patience, anyone can easily find ethical and affordable options so they can continue living according to their values without sacrificing their finances!

Visit our directory to find more great brands.