Switching to vegan beauty products doesn’t have to mean sacrificing effectivenes, or your budget. Ulta carries so many great vegan-friendly options, and after trying (and loving) quite a few, I’ve narrowed it down to my top 5 picks you can easily add to your routine for this summer.
1. The Ordinary “The Bright Set”
This trio is a perfect introduction to The Ordinary’s best-selling treatments—and all three are vegan and cruelty-free. Inside you’ll get:
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- Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner (3.38 oz) – gently exfoliates, brightens, and smooths skin.
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- Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA (1.0 oz) – targets dark spots and uneven tone while hydrating with hyaluronic acid.
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- Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG (1.0 oz) – helps reduce puffiness and dark circles around the eyes.
It’s an affordable, high-performance set that makes it easy to try multiple powerhouse actives in one routine.
2. Derma E Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
A solid value cleanser that comes in a generous size, this hydrating formula uses hyaluronic acid, chamomile, and vitamins A & E to nourish skin while removing impurities. It’s vegan, cruelty-free, and great for daily use without stripping your skin.
3. The Inkey List Triple Plumping Lip Balm
Dry lips? Not anymore. This balm delivers hydration with three types of hyaluronic acid for plump, soft lips. It layers beautifully under lipstick or gloss, and it’s completely vegan.
4. Good Molecules Super Peptide Serum
If fine lines and firmness are on your radar, this lightweight serum is a gem. It hydrates, improves elasticity, and layers well with other skincare. Plus, Good Molecules is known for clean, cruelty-free, and vegan formulations.
5. Naturium Dew-Glow Moisturizer SPF 50
Sun protection is non-negotiable, and this moisturizer makes it easy. The Dew-Glow SPF 50 blends hydration with broad-spectrum protection, leaving skin radiant without feeling greasy. It’s vegan, cruelty-free, and a perfect everyday essential for glowing, healthy skin.
Final Thoughts
These are products that prove you don’t have to compromise on quality when going vegan. Whether you’re starting small with a cleanser or upgrading to powerful serums and sunscreen, these products are affordable, accessible, and effective.
Have you tried any of these? Drop a comment below—I’d love to hear your favorites too!