The Absolute Best Cruelty-Free Beauty Products Of 2015

A few weeks ago, I asked over 3000 readers what their favorite products of 2015 are. Based on your answers and lots of research -- with some personal experience thrown into the mix -- I was able to compile this list.

I'm incredibly excited to share this huge post with you! I'm especially pumped because all the brands featured here are all 100% cruelty-free, with many vegan options. This means that none of the brands below are owned by companies that test on animals.

I'll be listing the absolute best cruelty-free makeup, skincare, as well as hair and body products. Don't hesitate to share your personal faves with us in the comments!

is a full-coverage foundation that looks just like skin. It has a natural, radiant finish and melts beautifully into the skin.

is the ultimate liquid liner. It makes it easy to draw a precise line, and it's super black, smudge-proof, and lasts all day.

The IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Anti-Aging Concealer was a big favorite in 2015. It covers stubborn dark circles and doesn't crease the way more concealers do.

If you love a dramatic mascara, was made for you. It gives lashes major volume and makes them look extra thick and luscious.

The is the trick to creating a flawless base for all skin types. If you have oily skin, this primer will help your foundation last all day.

This is a must-have for polished brows. It sets them in place so they don't budge all day long. It's thick yet clear, so it works with any brow color.

Liquid lipsticks are all the craze right now, and Kat Von D's Everlasting Liquid Lipstick are a huge reader favorite. Above is the cult shade "Lolita", but you have 29 shades to choose from!

The Koh Gen Do Maifanishi Face Powder is a real gem for all skin types. It sets foundation and prevents oiliness through the day, but it also contains hyaluronic acid for extra moisture.

The is good enough to eat! Seriously, it smells like chocolate and it's heavenly. It also comes in 3 shades and blends amazingly into your skin.

are super pigmented and easy to blend, not to mention they're really affordable for the quality. Plus you can build your own blush palette!

The BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector is a glorious highlighter that adds the most beautiful glow to your skin. It's available in 7 different shades to suit ALL skintones.

The Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist sets your makeup and gets rid of any cakiness. It's the ultimate last step to your makeup routine for a natural, dewy finish.

The is the bomb. The colors are pigmented, blendable, and organized by warmth (warm, cool, and neutral). I guarantee you'll be using this palette daily.

The Beauty Blender is making a comeback right now, and it's the best way to apply liquids, creams, and even powders. If you're still using a brush to apply foundation, grab yourself this tool.

The One Love Organics Vitamin B Enzyme Cleansing Oil is an amazing makeup remover for all skin types, including sensitive or acne-prone skin.

The Pacifica Sea Foam Complete Face Wash is a favorite among readers! It's affordable, gentle on the skin, and even removes makeup.

The Mad Hippie Face Cream is not only great at providing moisture, but it's also packed with skin-smoothing and antiaging ingredients like Niacinamide and Coenzyme Co Q10. This one takes the crown.

The Pixi Glow Tonic uses glycolic acid for gentle yet effective exfoliation. Used daily, it leaves your skin glowy, super soft, and younger-looking.

The sunscreen is the best out there. It dries matte and non-greasy, making it easy to wear under makeup. It's also a mineral sunscreen, giving you the best and healthiest protection.

The Sunday Riley LUNA Sleeping Night Oil is an effective retinol treatment for all skin types. It reduces the appearance of pores and fine lines and repairs damaged skin using top quality ingredients.

The Giovanni Smooth As Silk Shampoo is ultra-gentle and well with all hair types. It boosts moisture and leaves your hair soft, silky, and shiny.

The Alterna Caviar Repair RX Instant Recovery Conditioner is a little miracle for damaged hair. It transforms dull, dry, colored, or over-processed hair and brings it back to life.

The Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray is one of the best hair products ever, and it's a reader favorite. Use it to boost volume and add hold to your hairstyle at the same time.

The John Masters Organics Citrus & Neroli Detangler is an amazing leave-in treatment that transforms dry and frizzy hair.

The Nubian Heritage Body Wash in Coconut & Papaya is absolutely heavenly. It smells amazing, leaves skin soft and moisturized, and doesn't contain any harsh chemicals. Nubian Heritage is one of my favorite finds of the year, and I highly recommend you try something from this brand.

The is a big hit! It's VERY moisturizing yet fast-absorbing, and smells amazing. If you suffer from dry skin, give this one a shot.

Nubian Heritage make several soaps for different skin types, and all of them are amazing. Pictured here is their Raw Shea Butter Soap, with Frankincense and Myrrh.

Schmidt's Deodorant is a big green beauty fave, and it's one of the few natural deodorants that hasn't irritated my skin. Plus, it has a lovely scent and truly keeps odors at bay.

Were any of your personal favorites in this list? Leave a comment below to share your own top cruelty-free beauty products of 2015!

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