Summer may look a bit different for most of us this year, but whether you’re taking a walk in the park, sipping cocktails in the sunshine, camping in the garden or enjoying a staycation, you’ll no doubt want to look your best. Here are some great finds that will keep you looking and feeling summer-ready.
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How to nail the cruelty-free look this summer
Keep your cool with these stylish and sustainable finds
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1. Shampoo & Conditioning Bars, £5.99, lovelula.com
Achieve your environmental #hairgoals this summer with Biovène Barcelona's award-winning shampoo and conditioner in-a-bar range. Vegetarian-friendly, these little bars have the strength for over 50 washes, are packed with powerful natural ingredients and essential oils, and are gentle enough for daily use. The perfect plastic-free alternative, these bars will leave your hair clean and fresh.
2. Hair Wrap Treatment, £2.50, lovelula.com
Are your locks getting in on the ‘action’ this 2020? Get your hair into optimal condition and treat it to one of Biovène Barcelona’s hair wrap treatments: choose from Oil Replacement, Thermal Repair or Hydrate & Protect. Each of the formulas will not only help your hair to shine and glow, but also feed and nourish tresses with natural ingredients such as argan oil and aloe vera to bring back its natural lustre. Get that action in motion now!
3. Diana flip-flop, £62, noah-shop.com
NOAH – Italian Vegan Shoes stands for high-quality, handcrafted products made from durable, vegan materials. This means that absolutely no animal products are used anywhere in its production. Each of the many steps that go into making the women’s, men’s and unisex collections are done so under fair working conditions, with care for the environment and animals. Many of the brand's shoes are also made by hand in small batches. NOAH’s shoes are 100% vegan PETA certified. Use the discount code Veggie-10 for 10% off your purchase.
4. Sweet Clementine Short Sleepwear Set, £69, nightire.com
Nightire’s 100% organic temperature-regulating bamboo sleepwear is so comfortable and beautiful that you’ll be able to wear ‘em happily for Zoom calls, park outings and of course, deep sleeps. The fabric is super-soft, kind to skin and the environment, and wicks sweat away so you can stay as cool as a cucumber this summer. Use the code TREATYOSELF for 15% off your purchase.
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