UPDATE: You can now order your next cruelty-free box!
This was my second attempt at creating a cruelty-free and vegan subscription box. Although we have a lot of cruelty-free companies in Malta, it was really hard to convince most of these suppliers to sell me their products at a discount of 50% or more on the selling price. Surprisingly, hardest to convince were some of the large companies in Malta, that is why for this box I worked with some of the small companies. Most small companies that I have contacted, seem to be the ones who are really interested in making a change, they were willing to give me a price with a 50% or more discount on the selling price.
I try to ask as much as possible a discount of less more than 50% of the selling price as with the €20 that I receive from you I have other costs such as PayPal fees, the cardboard box, and fuel costs for meeting companies, picking up products and delivering boxes. This means no profit, … also maybe doing a minus.
So the bigger the discount, the higher the total worth of the box. Last month I had a brand who gave me a free product so I could better reach closer to double the selling price of the products. This month, unfortunately, I wasn’t that lucky. I hope to get lucky next month.
What’s inside the cruelty-free beauty box June 2018
“Cruelty-Free Shopper” shopping bag (vegan) €7
Show your support for cruelty-free products by wearing this bag when you’re shopping. When buying this shopping bag you will be helping CrueltyFreeMalta.com survive another day. If you would like to purchase one, contact me.
Hames Sensi Bamboo Toothbrush (natural, vegan, zero-waste) €2.95
Handmade Naturals Hair Serum (natural, vegan) €13.80
Specifically formulated to nourish dry & brittle hair, smoothe frizz & define curls
This product is to be applied sparingly to washed & towel-dried hair and then styled as usual (including hair drying or straightening). Can also be used as a detangler on dry hair.
Handmade Naturals Natural Antibacterial Foaming Face Wash (natural, vegan) €12.95
Natural, gentle & handmade antibacterial foaming face wash with Organic Aloe Vera, Lemon & Manuka Oils. A gentle self-foaming facial wash free from sulfates (SLS, SLES, ALS), triclosan, perfume, colours and preservatives Developed with a super mild sugar soap – coco glucoside – it cleanses without stripping your skin of its natural moisture. Great for removing makeup (but try to avoid direct contact with the eyes).
Puro Bio Eye Pencil (natural, organic, vegan) €5.90
PuroBio cosmetics has created a soft and easy to blend pencil for a simple and precise stroke. It contains pigments, plant-derived oils and wax. Enriched with Vitamin E, it is excellent for sensitive eyes or contact lenses. It can be used as a kajal on your waterline, as an eyeliner or to blend with the eyeshadow. Nickel tested, vegan ok and certified organic by ccpb.
Bioearth Family 3in1 Unscented Shampoo & Body Wash (natural, organic, vegan) €9.90
The versatile Family 3in1 Unscented Shampoo & Body Wash contains absolutely no fragrances and cleanses the skin and hair in a natural way. It is perfect for skin that suffers from allergic reactions and sensitive skin.
Rebels With a Cause Bamboo Cotton buds (natural, vegan, zero-waste) €2.99
Bamboo stem starts off as Moso Bamboo, cultivated in the mountains and irrigated by mountain water. Bamboo is antibacterial by nature, thus no pesticides are used when growing it. The antibacterial property also makes it ideal for sanitary uses. Natural cotton is used to assure quality and softness. Packaging is also biodegradable and made out of 100% recycled kraft paper. The design of the packaging is ideal for upcycling, it can easily be used as a storage for small items.
Weleda Almond Soothing Cleansing Lotion (natural, vegan) €12.69
Start your sensitive skin-care routine with a light cleanser, ultra skin-compatible and gently nourishing. Organic almond and mild plum kernel oil are closely related to the skin’s own sebum and hold nourishing powers. The gentle action of this light, creamy cleanser is kind to skin, restores lipid balance and maintains skin’s moisture.
Please note that in the box you should find only 5 from the above list. The total worth of full-sized products received is over €35.
If you were ones of the lucky ones to receive this box, you should receive an email to rate this box. This will help improve future boxes.
Also, I don’t know if you have noticed but I have linked the products on this page. I thought this might be helpful in case you want to rebuy or know more information about the products found in the box.
Please note that the last box will be delivered in August so subscriptions are cancelled after the July payment.
Thank you for your contribution. Should you have any suggestions for or if you are a supplier of cruelty-free and vegan products and want to contribute to the next box, please don’t hesitate to contact me.