Hello, my lovies! It’s getting warm out, the sun is starting to shine, clothes are coming off, and skin is, err… well, it needs some attention!
Thankfully, North Coast Organics has some awesome spray lotion (which is appropriately named Untitled) that soothes and moisturizes all while being in a convenient little spray bottle. I think this [...]
Now I know we’ve reviewed a BUNCH of vegan deodorant on VBR lately, and they all pretty much rock (maybe some a teensy weensy bit more than others), but O.M.G… Schmidt’s Natural Deodorant stands alone when it comes to gorgeous, sexy scents and its smooth texture and application.
Let me [...]
Hello, beautiful VBR readers! I hope you have all had wonderful holidays, great relaxation time, and delicious vegan treats!
Since the holidays are nearing an end, it’s probably time to start working on a cleanse and getting back to the gym after all of that vegan pumpkin pie and Silk Nog. Am I right or am [...]
Okay so I’m super thrilled about all the amazing vegan deodorant products that are available today. When I first went vegan I continued to use Mitchum because it is the only conventional deodorant that’s not tested on animals (most of the scents are vegan). Deodorants like Mitchum, however, are full of nasty chemicals and poisons, like [...]
For the longest time, when people have asked me what my favorite vegan deodorant is, I’ve always defaulted to saying Lavanila. It’s pretty awesome—it smells nice and vanilla-y, it’s long-lasting and it has a slight (like, mega slight) tingle factor, which I love. Only downfall? That shit is expensive—we’re talkin’ beaucoup buckereenos ($18 a pop). If [...]
Looking for a vegan deodorant that will cure your stank, smell like yummy prettyness and not cost a fortune? Well, lemme know when you find one ’cause I’m still lookin’ (sort of) … in the meantime, check out my collective vegan deodorant review (Bubble & Bee, Tom’s of Maine, Florere, The Body Shop, Earth [...]
Tired of searching for pure, chemical-free deodorant that doesn’t cost a fortune? Yeah, me too! Here’s a mega simple DIY deodorant recipe calling for ingredients that you probably already have at home!
What you’ll need:
1/4 cup baking soda
1/4 cup corn starch
5 tablespoons of coconut oil
A few drops of essential oil (I recommend lavender)
An empty container or [...]
So, I’m somewhat of a stinky beast. Unfortunately I’m not one of those ladies who just “glisten,” especially on a scorching hot day or after a workout. I used to be a religious user of antiperspirants… that is, until I learned how evil they were. They literally prevent you from sweating (which is [...]

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A Few Good Reasons to Go Vegan: • You'll save lives
• You'll live a lot longer
• You'll have more energy
• You'll reduce your risk of cancer
• You'll reduce your risk of heart disease
• You'll have lower blood pressure and cholesterol
• You'll get better nutrition
• You'll lower your chances of getting food poisoning
• You won't be ingesting growth hormones and antibiotics
• You'll get sick less often
• You'll fit into your old jeans
• You'll give your body a spring cleaning
• You'll have healthier skin
• You'll make a strong political statement
• You'll reduce waste and air pollution
• You'll earn good karma points
• You'll save money
• You'll help save the planet
Famous Animal Friendly Quotes "Animals are my friends... and I don't eat my friends."
~George Bernard Shaw
"You put a baby in a crib with an apple and a rabbit. If it eats the rabbit and plays with the apple, I'll buy you a new car."
~Harvey Diamond
"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals."
~Immanuel Kant
"I am in favor of animal rights as well as human rights. That is the way of a whole human being."
~Abraham Lincoln
"To become vegetarian is to step into the stream which leads to nirvana."
~Buddha
"To consider yourself an environmentalist and still eat meat is like saying you're a philanthropist who doesn't give to charity"
~Howard Lyman
Ingredients to avoid when shopping for cosmetics and skin care: • Animal products
• Animal by-products
• Animal testing
• Parabens
• Sulfates
• GMOs
• Silicones
• BHA/BHT
• Artificial colors
• Artificial fragrances
• Propylene glycol
• Phthalates
• PEG 15
• Toluene
• Pesticides
• Petroleum
• Mineral Oil
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