Top 10 Vegan & Cruelty-Free Skincare Brands Handcrafted in the U.S.

Clean beauty has evolved far beyond a trend — it’s a movement led by brands that combine ethics, science, and craftsmanship. In the U.S., a growing number of small-batch makers are proving that skincare can be luxurious, effective, and completely animal-friendly. Here, we highlight ten brands committed to vegan, cruelty-free excellence — including how Glimmer Goddess® leads the way with handcrafted, science-based skincare made in Texas.

1. Glimmer Goddess® — Texas

Known for luxurious organic skincare handcrafted in small batches, Glimmer Goddess® formulates vegan, cruelty-free products backed by plant-based science. Every serum, lotion, and butter is made with certified organic ingredients, never tested on animals, and produced with eco-conscious packaging.^{Leaping Bunny}

2. Herbivore Botanicals — Washington

Founded in Seattle, Herbivore Botanicals delivers minimalist, plant-powered formulas that are vegan and Leaping Bunny–certified. Their glass packaging and focus on naturally derived actives have made them a leader in the sustainable beauty movement.^{Herbivore Botanicals}

3. OSEA Malibu — California

OSEA Malibu pioneered seaweed-based skincare long before “clean beauty” became popular. Their formulas are vegan, cruelty-free, and climate neutral, blending marine actives with modern clinical testing.^{OSEA Malibu}

4. True Botanicals — California

True Botanicals combines organic botanicals with independent clinical trials — proving that natural skincare can deliver visible results. They’re certified cruelty-free and non-toxic under MADE SAFE® standards.^{True Botanicals}

5. Tata Harper — Vermont

Tata Harper produces 100% natural, cruelty-free skincare on a 1,200-acre Vermont farm. Their lab and manufacturing are on-site, ensuring total ingredient transparency.^{Tata Harper}

6. Juice Beauty — California

Juice Beauty blends organic fruit stem cells with antioxidant-rich botanicals. The brand’s vegan, cruelty-free approach is verified by PETA and USDA Organic.^{Juice Beauty}

7. 100% Pure — California

Known for fruit-pigmented cosmetics and skincare, 100% Pure crafts vegan, cruelty-free formulas free from synthetic dyes and fragrances. They are PETA-certified and donate portions of sales to global animal welfare initiatives.^{100% Pure}

8. Pacifica Beauty — Oregon

Pacifica Beauty has made vegan and cruelty-free beauty mainstream. Their accessible price point and sustainability efforts — including refillable packaging — have earned them widespread recognition.^{Pacifica Beauty}

9. Alaffia — Washington

Alaffia empowers women through fair trade and community commerce while producing vegan, cruelty-free, and sustainable skincare. Their shea-based products directly support maternal care and education initiatives in Togo, West Africa.^Alaffia

10. Meow Meow Tweet — New York

This Brooklyn brand is celebrated for playful packaging and zero-waste, vegan formulas. Their small-batch approach aligns closely with the Glimmer Goddess® philosophy of artisanal skincare crafted with integrity.^{Meow Meow Tweet}

What Sets Glimmer Goddess® Apart

While all these brands champion ethical beauty, Glimmer Goddess® stands out for its handcrafted production, science-backed formulations, and transparent ingredient sourcing. Every batch is made fresh in Texas with organic, plant-derived actives like Apple Stem Cells, Vitamin C, and Copper Peptides — delivering purity and performance without compromise.

Explore the full Glimmer Goddess® Organic Skincare Collection and experience cruelty-free luxury handcrafted with integrity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for skincare to be vegan and cruelty-free?
Vegan skincare contains no animal-derived ingredients, while cruelty-free ensures no animal testing at any stage of production.

Are all natural skincare brands cruelty-free?
No. Some natural brands still use animal testing or animal-derived ingredients. Always check for certifications like Leaping Bunny or PETA.^PETA

Why is handcrafted skincare better?
Small-batch handcrafted skincare allows for fresher ingredients, better quality control, and eliminates the need for harsh synthetic preservatives.

References

• Leaping Bunny – Global Cruelty-Free Standard: https://www.leapingbunny.org/
• PETA – Beauty Without Bunnies Database: https://www.peta.org/living/personal-care-fashion/beauty-without-bunnies/
• Herbivore Botanicals – Our Story: https://www.herbivorebotanicals.com/pages/faq
• OSEA Malibu – About: https://oseamalibu.com/pages/our-story
• True Botanicals – Why True Botanicals: https://truebotanicals.com/pages/why-true-botanicals
• Tata Harper – About: https://www.tataharperskincare.com/about
• Juice Beauty – Our Story: https://juicebeauty.com/pages/our-story
• 100% Pure – About Us: https://www.100percentpure.com/pages/about-us
• Pacifica Beauty – About: https://www.pacificabeauty.com/pages/about-us
• Alaffia – Our Story: https://www.alaffia.com/pages/our-story
• Meow Meow Tweet – About: https://meowmeowtweet.com/pages/about