The cruelty-free beauty movement is growing by the day, yet there is still some confusion about the different terminology within the industry. Many people still get confused between cruelty-free, vegan, ethical and eco-friendly beauty. I will admit it: I still have to double check if a brand is […]
An honest review on the cruelty-free Soap and Glory: The Daily Smooth Dry Skin Formula Body Butter.
I will be honest with you – having curly hair is high maintenance. Miss one too many treatments and my curls just go flat. My hair went through a lot during 2020. I straightened it throughout winter, cut bangs, layered it and changed my hair products at least […]
The updated list of cruelty-free makeup, skincare and haircare brands in South Africa.
I have tried many products from Lush in my journey to organic and cruelty-free beauty. Out of all of the bath bombs, hair products and face products, my favourite has been the Lush Fresh Face Masks. The Lush Fresh Face Masks are face masks comprised of fresh and […]
A guide to the best cruelty-free and vegan makeup gifts from Urban Decay Cosmetics.
My full day and night cruelty-free skincare routine including products from The Body Shop and Lush Cosmetics.
I have received many requests to share my favourite everyday makeup products. I don’t actually wear makeup every single day, but if I have classes or just going grocery shopping, I like to wear some makeup just to look more awake – and alive. My everyday makeup look […]
Following a strict skincare routine has been highly beneficial for me, but has also made me neglect my hair. I stopped straightening my hair for four months and have either been air-drying or diffusing my hair. Though, just because I don’t use straighteners doesn’t mean that my hair […]
A list of cruelty-free brands available in South Africa.
I'm Kayla Shivana, the creator of Green Contours. Everything I share on this platform is about my own journey towards sustainable and cruelty-free living.
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