One of the largest beauty trends of 2020, according to Byrdie, is vegan beauty. It seems that veganism isnt just a diet, it extends into beauty too. With the rise of vegan and plant-based diets, its understandable that people want a bit more from their beauty products too. Beauty products have become part of a larger lifestyle choice. And the appeal of vegan beauty products is far-reaching. The super-rich and celebs have really got on board with a more vegan lifestyle. In 2020, consumers want cruelty free products and products without any additives they dont understand.

Having the label vegan on products has become a way for consumers to quickly understand the product.In other words, vegan beauty has become a sort of umbrella term which is used to describe a wide range of products. These products are typically produced without harm to animals. They arent tested on animals and also likely dont use any animal products, by-products, or derivatives.

According to an article on Vogue, common animal ingredients include beeswax, lanolin (which is the grease from sheeps wool), carmine (a red color from crushed cochineal insects), and uric acid from cows. Cosmetic chemist Kelly Dobos told Today that lanolin is somewhat of a point of contention. Lanolin comes from the grease in sheeps wool. Its necessary, so that the sheep arent injured, to shave it so that the coat doesnt become too heavy. But even though it doesnt affect the sheep at all and is quite a natural part of the cycle, lanolin is usually left out of vegan products.

So whats up with these products? Are they better for your skin? It seems that products without animal derivatives are in fact better for your skin. Of course, there are obvious benefits like the fact that youre reducing environmental damage. However, its also great for your skin.Vegan products are not only kinder to the planet but kinder to your skin.

Dr. Debra Jaliman, a board-certified New York City dermatologist says that manyvegan skincare and beauty products contain vitamins and are filled with

This makes it easier to decide whether its something we want to put on our skin. Remember that the skin is the largest organ so everything you put on it is absorbed into the body. This is of course not to say that all non-vegan products are harmful or indeed full of chemicals. And its also not to say that all vegan products are completely safe. Dr. Anthony M. Rossi warns though that just because something is vegan doesnt mean you cant be allergic to it. In fact, many plants and plant-based ingredients can cause skin irritation and contact dermatitis.

Even though vegan is an easy buzz word to look out for on packaging, it doesnt always mean what we think it should. For instance, although cruelty-free and vegan are associated, there is no guarantee that your vegan products are definitely cruelty-free. And it works the other way around too, brands can be cruelty-free but not vegan. Essentially, its vital, as a consumer, to read labels. Its up to us to make sure we are well informed and know what it is were buying. Also, remember that ingredients can be ethically sourced. So your favorite face wash may use ethically sourced ingredients, but theyre still animal by-products. Its also easy to assume that all vegan products are organic and vice versa but that is also not the case.

Vegan skincare and beauty products are definitely worth a try. Often, they arent actually more expensive than their non-vegan counterparts. Anything we can do to help the environment is worth it. If youre not sure about giving up your collagen or lanolin quite yet, maybe opt for cruelty-free, natural, and/or organic products instead. Youre still helping the environment and practicing kindness after all.

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A newly published study has found that vegans may be at higher risk of bone fractures than people who incorporate meat into their diet. The risk may also be higher for vegetarians and pescatarians.

Researchers have found that vegans with lower calcium and protein intakes had a 43% higher risk, on average, of experiencing bone fractures than people who ate meat.

The longitudinal study that reached this finding appears in the journal BMC Medicine.

According to the study, among the study participants eating a vegan diet, there were close to 20 more cases of fractures per 1,000 people over a 10-year period. In particular, vegans faced a higher risk of fractures of the hips and legs, as well as other main site fractures, such as the clavicle, ribs, and vertebrae.

This is the first comprehensive study on the risks of both total and site-specific fractures in people of different diet groups, says Tammy Tong, lead author and a nutritional epidemiologist at the Nuffield Department of Population Health at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.

The biggest differences were for hip fractures, where the risk in vegans was 2.3 times higher than in people who ate meat equivalent to 15 more cases per 1,000 people over 10 years.

Tammy Tong

Vegetarians and pescatarians individuals who do not eat meat but do eat fish also had a higher risk of sustaining hip fractures than people who ate meat, according to the study.

However, the researchers found that taking body mass index (BMI), dietary calcium, and dietary protein into account partly reduced the risk of fractures in these groups.

The researchers analyzed data from nearly 55,000 men and women living in the U.K. who had agreed to participate in the Oxford component of the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) study to examine how diet affects fracture risk.

Of the participants, nearly 30,000 ate meat, about 8,000 were pescatarians, more than 15,000 were vegetarians, and nearly 2,000 were vegans at the time of their recruitment between 1993 and 2001.

Researchers at the Universities of Oxford and Bristol examined the outcomes of the participants by monitoring their hospital records and death certificates until mid-2016. The team followed the participants for more than 17 years, on average.

Over the course of the study, 3,941 fractures occurred in total, including 566 arm, 889 wrist, 945 hip, 366 leg, and 520 ankle fractures and 467 fractures at other main sites, which the researchers established to mean the clavicle, ribs, or vertebra.

The authors observed no significant differences in risks between diet groups for arm, wrist, or ankle fractures once they took BMI into account.

Earlier studies have linked calcium and protein intake to bone health. Researchers have also shown that a low BMI is associated with a higher risk of hip fractures but a lower risk of ankle fractures.

Regarding specific diet types, previous studies found that vegetarians had lower bone mineral density (BMD) than those who ate meat.

According to other research, people who follow vegan or vegetarian diets have lower intakes of dietary protein, as well as lower BMIs than those who eat meat. Additionally, vegans may have substantially lower intakes of calcium.

The studys authors found that the differences in the risk of total and site-specific fractures became less once they factored in BMI, dietary calcium, and dietary protein.

A 2019 analysis found that combined vitamin D and calcium supplements were effective in fracture prevention.

Well-balanced and predominantly plant-based diets can result in improved nutrient levels and have been linked to lower risks of diseases, including heart disease and diabetes, says Tong. Individuals should take into account the benefits and risks of their diet and ensure that they have adequate levels of calcium and protein and also maintain a healthy BMI that is, neither under nor overweight.

A 2007 study from the Oxford-EPIC cohort that included almost 35,000 participants also found that vegans had a higher risk of total fractures, but not vegetarians.

However, when the study only looked at the participants who reported consuming at least 525 milligrams a day of calcium, the increased risk dissipated.

Researchers caution that this study had a shorter follow-up period of 5 years and relied on the participants self-reporting.

The authors of the new study caution that they were unable to pinpoint the causes of the fractures and did not know whether the participants had used calcium supplements.

They hope to see additional studies looking at non-European populations, as other studies have indicated that there are differences in BMD and fracture risks among ethnic groups.

As three-quarters of the participants in this study were women, the researchers also call for a study with a larger proportion of men to explore differences in risk by sex.

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Whether you're vegan for health reasons, personal choice or simply preference, one of Ohio's favorite ice cream chains will soon be offering a sweet treat just for you.

Graeter's has partnered with California-based food technology company Perfect Day to introduce a brand new line of ice creams, "Perfect Indulgence," using animal-free dairy protein.

The vegan series of ice creams will feature traditional favorites like cookies and cream, mint chocolate chip, black cherry chocolate chip, chocolate, Oregon strawberry and chocolate chip with plans to eventually roll out additional flavors such as Madagascar vanilla bean.

It should be noted that their most popular flavor, black raspberry chocolate chip, is not on this list. Perhaps it falls into the category of "flavors to come."

On the creamery's website, they note that the vegan treat does contain certain milk allergens and that folks with sensitivity to "other dairy" should read through the panel of ingredients.

The taste of Perfect Indulgence is exactly what our customers have come to expect after 150 years of bringing them irresistibly indulgent ice cream, said Richard Graeter, fourth-generation family member and president and CEO of Graeters Ice Cream in a press release.

We are excited to finally be able to serve authentic Graeters indulgence to guests who choose to eat vegan or cannot enjoy our regular ice cream due to a lactose intolerance. Until now, we couldnt put our name on a vegan product because it simply did not live up to our standards. But now, with Perfect Day, we can.

But how does it compare to the decadent dairy delight we've grown to love over the past 150 years? The Graeter's folks say it's "virtually indistinguishable" from their typical cream-based offerings, by incorporating "animal-free protein from microflora rather than cows, which makes for a kinder, greener and more sustainable future," the press release reads.

"Were honored to partner with Graeters Ice Cream, a venerable brand beloved across generations for its great taste and uncompromising quality," says Perfect Day. "This is just the beginning of what we see as a tremendous opportunity to share delicious, animal-free dairy with people in a mainstream capacity.

The vegan line of ice creams will be available online beginning Nov. 27, and will be ready for scoopin' at stores starting Dec. 1.

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Zsa-Zsa Porter and Nikkis Campbell are triathletes, mothers and entrepreneurs who want to expose the West Charlotte community to a vegan lifestyle.

They opened Exposed Vegan restaurant at 1540 West Blvd. earlier this month with curbside pickup and delivery and intend to add a food truck to reach more of the community. Salads, bowls, smoothies and vegan cookies are among the menu items.

Exposed Vegan is based in City West Commons, a location incorporated into the city of Charlottes #StreetEats program, which wrapped on Nov. 22. The program turned parking and sidewalks into outdoor eating spaces to encourage people to support restaurants amid capacity limitations brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.

We are very excited to provide healthy options to West Boulevard, Porter said. During the pandemic we recognized that there are so many [people] who are looking for healthy options, especially if they are working from home or are just not out and about. They need to get fresh food or plant-based food, and we are excited to provide those options.

West Boulevard is one of the citys six areas in the Corridors of Opportunity program, which targets bridging gaps in infrastructure, workforce, transportation, housing and code enforcement, business development, public safety and urban design. The $24.5 million initiative kicked off in September on Beatties Ford Road.

The West Boulevard corridor is a food desert, making the addition of businesses like Exposed Vegan significant in terms of providing healthy options.

It is so important that we continue to provide healthy food options and access to residents along the corridor, because right now we dont have that, City Council District 3 representative Victoria Watlington said. We want to invest in peoples education and their economic mobility, but we also want to invest in their health. Part of doing that is partnering with healthy food options with business owners.

Said Porter: There are some low-income areas that we want to make sure that we give back to.

Porters background is in financial services, specifically digital and mobile. While she still has her corporate job, she felt called to provide something for the community amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

I am not a nurse and I am not a doctor, so I am not someone who can help people who are sick in that way, but I can cook, Porter said. I can provide healthy options. We recognized that a plant-based diet can help someone with ailments, and it can help prevent several diseases. We felt our role to play was to provide those healthy options to everyone during the pandemic.

Porters conversion to a healthier lifestyle had a direct impact on her health. Knee pain when running led to a diagnosis of severe arthritis and inflammation. Her doctor gave three options: medication, surgery or a diet change and weight management to reduce the stress on her knees, which were broken when she was 17. The latter worked best for her.

Porter pursued an Ironman triathlon after turning 40, which meant tackling a 2.4-mile swim, 112 miles of biking and 26.22-mile run. Her goal is to expose myths and debunk stereotypes about living a vegan lifestyle.

I recognized there just something I wanted to do for myself, she said. I have three kids, and I love to swim and bike. So does my business partner. I decided to start doing triathlons. I started triathlons about four years ago, and two years ago, I completed my first Ironman. I have completed that twice.

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Today, acclaimed vegan chef Matthew Kenney will open his newest concept, a three-in-one restaurant, in Los Angeles, CA. The MKTK concept will operate out of the test kitchen at his Plant Food + Wine restaurant and offer customers a preview of future brick-and-mortar restaurants by featuring three distinct menus from which they can order takeout or delivery. At burger shop mKburger, guests can choose from a selection of burgers, fries, and vegan chicken nuggets, along with salads and brownies. Latin America-inspired concept Oleada Cocina (which will open in both New York and Los Angeles) the menu features familiar burritos and tacos, along with ceviche and cocktails. Finally, La-Zen is inspired by Chinese cuisine and will feature both vegan takes on traditional Chinese dishes and contemporary creations. The timely concept fits well with Los Angeles recent retraction of outdoor dining due to increased COVID-19 cases and will be in operation until Plant Food + Wine can reintroduce sit-down dining.

Locally, Kenney owns several additional businesses including vegan deli and store New Deli, pizzeria Double Zero, and newly opened pasta bar Sestina. Outside of Los Angeles, Kenney operates a variety of vegan concepts under his MKC brand worldwide, including an all-vegan food hall in Providence, RI, Alibi inside the Ovolo Hotel in Australia, and SUTRAa rooftop restaurant he opened in New York City last month. Last year, Kenney helped 150-year-old French ptisserie chain Ladure transform its Beverly Hills location into an all-vegan restaurant and bakery and is working with the brand to introduce vegan pastry options to its locations worldwide.

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Spanish-born singer, actress, and flamenco dancer Charo (born Maria Rosario Pilar Martnez Molina Baeza) is urging her fans to ditch turkey this Thanksgiving for a vegan spread of roasted vegetables. The iconic personality took to Instagram to share her tips this holiday season. If you are like me, a vegan and vegetarian, now its coming Thanksgiving and what to do without the turkey? Charo says in a video while sitting in front of an array of vegetables. So, I went to the market and bought everything that we needed. Every single vegetable that is here is so rich in vitamins and fiber that Who needs the turkey? Charo then recounted her trip to the grocery store, stating, When I went there, somebody said, A Thanksgiving dinner without turkey is like eating a soup with a fork. I said, if I would be the turkey, I would say, fork you.

In 2019, the 69-year-old celebrity told fans on Instagram that while she consumed as many fruits and vegetables as possible, she also ate chorizo and salmon. Within the last year, Charo has been exploring fully vegan recipes, including tomato tapas, her first vegan dessert (a roasted squash stuffed with berries), and vegan tacos topped with almond-based cheese.

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Henry Fletcher recently launched 1115 Mobile Kitchen, a food truck that serves Southern food with vegan options for menu items that feature meat. (Courtesy of 1115 Mobile Kitchen)

Traditional Southern cooking is about as far from veganism as you can get, but a new local food truck wants to marry the two concepts to create something with wide appeal.

1115 Mobile Kitchen launched earlier this month. In the drivers seat is Henry Fletcher, who said hes invested about $100,000 to launch the truck, which is based out of Hatch Kitchen RVA in Manchester.

Fletchers food truck serves up a menu of Southern-style favorites like fried chicken and hushpuppies alongside shrimp and salads, with vegan options for items made with meat.

The concept was motivated by Fletchers own experiences at concerts and other events, where often it was difficult to find a food truck or restaurant that appealed to both himself and his friends with dietary restrictions.

A big motivation was hanging out at concerts, festivals and events. When me and my plant-based friend wanted to eat, we couldnt always get a similar meal, said Fletcher, who prefers plant-based meals but is willing to eat meat and animal products. I want to break that barrier.

Fletcher said his own dietary habits means he has the right background to create a menu that will appeal to vegans and non-vegans. Fletcher has some industry experience through a recent, several-year stint on the crew of Pennsylvania-based food truck Humptys Dumplings.

The trucks numerical name is a reference to a number that Fletcher noticed would regularly crop up in his life; on clocks, in books and it was the address of a house hed spend time in between skateboarding sessions. In numerology, the number is associated with positive change.

The truck has recently set up for business in Hatchs food truck corral and Buskey Cider. The truck also plans to make an appearance at Final Gravity Brewing Co. on Sunday.

Another local food truck, Zorch Pizza, is planning to open a brick-and-mortar location in Carytown. Elsewhere in the vegan scene, a vegan bakery and deli plans to open in the former Guitar Works in Carytown early next year.

Jack joined BizSense in 2020, covering startups, retail, healthcare, public companies and nonprofits. He previously reported for the Virginia Gazette and Tidewater Review. He is a graduate of Christopher Newport University. Reach him at [emailprotected] or 804-554-6545.

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The footlong Wellington costs 12, serves six and is available at 26 sites, including delivery

THIS, the hyper-realistic creators of plant-based food, has teamed up with artisan bakery, Coughlans, to create the UKs first vegan bacon Wellington.

The limited-edition Wellington features Coughlans homemade mushroom-based beef, a flavoursome mix of 20 herbs and spices wrapped in the UKs most realistic plant-based rashers, THIS Isnt Bacon, baked in a vegan puff pastry topped with thyme and rosemary.

Priced at 12, the plant-based meaty and mighty footlong THIS Isnt Bacon Wellington serves six people, and is available at all 26 Coughlans bakeries now and for delivery across South London and Surrey from 29 November 2020. Each mouthwatering bite offers a juicy and meat-like savoury taste combined with a crunchy texture from the flaky pastry and crispiness of THIS Isnt Bacon.

The first vegan Wellington of its kind, pastry and bacon fans are getting excited exclaiming, I need this!!! on Instagram. Some are already planning to make THIS Isnt Bacon Wellington the centrepiece of the Christmas dinner table as one Instagram user comments, Omg, thats Christmas and Boxing Day dinner sorted!, whilst another said, Cant wait to try this on Christmas Day!

An innovative and family British bakery established in 1937, Coughlans is also comedian Romesh Ranganathans favourite bakery that baked him his favourite birthday cake last year.

Sean Coughlan, Founder of Coughlans Bakery, says: Ive made it my mission to come up with great tasting vegan food by using our traditional skills, so nearly all of our customers cant tell the difference between the meat and meat-free versions of our pastries.

After months of test recipes, our vegan beef in the Wellington takes three days to make and the addition of THIS Isnt Bacon gives it that extra dimension to make the perfect pairing. We add a few more important secret ingredients that pack the Wellington with that meaty flavour.

Andy Shovel, Co-Founder of THIS, says: This is one of the most innovative launches Ive seen. Our mission is to be the plant-based brand for meat-lovers and Wellington is a stalwart. The Coughlans team have done an amazing job.

THIS continues to be a plant-based hit in innovative dishes. In September 2020, THIS Isnt Bacon was the first vegan meat to feature on a Michelin star restaurant menu, The Harwood Arms, to offer a meaty taste to the gastropubs first ever vegetarian Scotch Egg.

THIS Isnt Bacon Wellington costs 12, serves six people, and is available now for takeaway at all 25 Coughlans Bakery sites in South London and Surrey, and for delivery on Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat from 29 November 2020 throughout Winter.

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About THIS

THIS was set up by meat lovers, Andy Shovel and Pete Sharman, who successfully exited beef burger chain Chosen Bun. They channelled their in-depth knowledge of meat to create THIS, arguably the most realistic chicken and bacon meat-alternatives in the world. Following two years of research and development, partnering with world-leading texture scientists and flavourists, THIS mimics meat in taste, texture, appearance and nutrition, but without the ethical or environmental impact, instead using peas and soya beans as the base.

THIS challenges legacy plant-based meat brands by targeting meat-reducers as opposed to purely vegans.

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Retailers; Tesco, Waitrose, Ocado, Co-op, Milk & More, The Vegan Kind, and now Sainsburys and ASDA

Restaurants: Honest Burger, Chilango, Patty & Bun, Barburrito, PURE, Coco Di Mama and more

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When everyones got their eyes on a recipe, you know it must have something special that you will want to try! Thats the case for these 10 vegan viral recipes that went viral last week. Theyre some of the best, and trust us when we say that you dont want to miss out on these incredible viral recipes creations from our bloggers!

We also highly recommend downloading theFood Monster App with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help you get healthy! And, dont forget to check out our Popular Trends Archives!

Source: Baklava Custard Tart

This Baklava Custard Tart by Incredible Plant-Based Desserts, Anthea Cheng can easily become your favorite recipe Just like conventional baklava, this tart has loads of nuts, crispy filo pastry, and multiple layers. This is taken to the next level, as well. Instead of thickening the custard with eggs, this recipe cornstarch which is much easier to use! The subtle vanilla and sweetness from the custard perfectly complements a punchy and flavorsome baklava filling.

Source: Firey Koshari

Koshari, one of Egypts national dishes, is an unusual mix of rice, noodles, and lentils, served with a spicy tomato sauce. This Firey Koshari by Nadine Horn and Jrg Mayer is beloved at breakfast, it can be found on every street corner in Cairo.

Source: Protein-Packed Chocolate Chia Pudding

This Protein-Packed Chocolate Chia Pudding by Lenny Wu is creamy, chocolatey, and easy to whip up the perfect make-ahead vegan breakfast for busy days. You may use whatever protein powder is on hand, or omit it and use less milk. Also, feel free to add different toppings to it

Source: Seitan Steak With Peppercorn Sauce

This Seitan Steak With Peppercorn Sauce by Stephanie Davies is hearty and satisfying perfect for a nice night in. The delicious sauce is the perfect finishing touch!

Source: Rainbow Cake

The coolest ever vegan cake! The Rainbow Cake by Melanie Krpfl is vibrant and fun in blue, green, yellow and red. The cream is a delicate vanilla. Youll want to dig in right away!

Source: Peppered Tofu Steaks

Unseasoned tofu never draws people over to the barbecuethats a fact. However, nobody can resist our delicious, peppery marinated tofu steaksthats a promise. Try out this Peppered Tofu Steaks by VBQ: The Ultimate Vegan Barbecue Cookbook, Nadine Horn and Jrg Mayer!

Source: Cinnamon Turmeric Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes can be dressed up with all sorts of delicious things from sweet maple tahini to fluffy marshmallows to cauliflower cheese. This recipe for cinnamon sweet potatoes lets the natural flavor of sweet potato shine, elevating it with just a few select seasonings: cinnamon, turmeric, thyme, salt, and pepper. Just a quick toss, some time in the oven, and voila! These Cinnamon Turmeric Sweet Potatoes by Holly Bertone is a delectable side dish you will use time and time again.

Source: Zucchini and Quinoa Fritters

Healthy and easy three-ingredient fritters. These Zucchini and Quinoa Fritters by Annie Kimmelman are super delicious and great for when you need a quick meal! Theyre perfect as an appetizer or as a topper on a salad.

Source: Loaded Zucchini Breakfast Casserole

Make the most of your mornings with a comforting and hearty breakfast casserole. In this Loaded Zucchini Breakfast Casserole by Melanie McDonald, you will find golden flecks of hash browns, chunks of crusty bread and sweet sauted zucchini all nestled in super-tasty custard. Its great for feeding a crowd and, as a bonus, the whole thing can be assembled the night before, if you need to. Just stash it away in the fridge and pop it into the oven the next morning while you enjoy your morning coffee.

Source: Buttermilk Cornbread

This Buttermilk Cornbread by Kris Dee | Mostly Domestic is a super easy cornbread with a moist and fluffy center, loaded with rich, buttery flavor and crispy edges.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend downloading theFood Monster App with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about theenvironmentalandhealth benefitsof aplant-based diet.

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FinallyThis vegan holiday gift guide is loaded with gifts for everyone from those with active lifestyles to zero waste.

Youll find gifts made from local, small businesses, women-owned businesses and gifts that give back.

We wanted to focus this year on gifts to make people feel good. So, whether its working out or taking some time for self-care, theres something here.

The vegan gift guide is broken down by category to make it easy.

Want more vegan gift ideas for the golidays? Check out our vegan gift guides from 2019, 2018and 2017.

Copper water bottles are where its at when it comes to hydration.

Not only is sipping out of a reusable water bottle environmentally-friendly, studies have also shown copper is naturally anti-bacterial and anti-viral. So, its perfect for someone whos active. Water stored in copper vessels also becomes alkaline and can improve immunity.

Bonus: the Copper H2O is hand-crafted.

For those who work-out, the Dosha Mat is an ideal gift.

This accupressure mat helps the body relieve tension, soreness and pain. Also, it can help get users into a deep state of relaxation. The mat can aid in better sleep, reduced stress, an improved immune system and more.

The Dosha Mat is eco-friendly and made of hypoallergenic linen. It features a removable cushion of 100 percent natural coconut fibre.

Know a yogi? Then the Unity Yoga Mat from Nuprava is the vegan gift to give for the holidays.

Its got a microfiber suede surface and is an ultra-grip, no-slip mat available in five colors. The mat also comes with a carry strap. Its machine-washable and reversible, too. Order the Unity Yoga mat.

Every piece of clothing is made from ECONYL yarn, a 100 percent regenerated nylon yarn derived from discarded fishing nets, and nylon waste.

They also use Amni Soul Eco which is made from reused materials and is biodegradable. Its another feel good gift with every purchase made, they plant a tree thanks to a partnership with One Tree Planted.

If youre looking to give something to a traveler, try Splice Clothing.

The vegan-friendly fashion line features reversible garments that can be mixed and matched. Its perfect for people who want to travel light. Check out the Globetrot Capsule that includes a snap-up shirt, tunic, joggers and a sweatshirt. Check out the entire Spice Clothing line.

How about some vegan jelly shoes?

Bubblegum Shoes is bringing jellies back in the form of adorable slides, loafers and even lace-up kicks. They are 100 percent vegan and manufactured with socially responsible partners.

Vegan leather and bags have come a long way.

For the fashionista in your life, the SportsChic Vegan Leather Midi Tote is a sure bet. Its made of high quality, UV protected waterproof vegan pebble grain leather. In addition, it features four insulated exterior pockets and a 7 secure inner zipper pocket. The bags padded interior compartment can hold up to 12 laptop. Order the SportsChic vegan tote.

Nail polish kits are always a fun gift.

Try Dr. REMEDYs Enriched Nail Care gift kits this year. The kits range from $22 $75 and feature vegan nail polish that is also paraben-free and cruelty-free. Theyre also enriched with organic ingredients, vitamins, wheat protein, tea tree oil, lavender and garlic bulb extract. Check out the entire line.

Who doesnt need a little bath luxury?

Fork & Melons Luxury Bubble Bath is vegan, cruelty-free and made in a certified organic facility in Souther California. Their bubble bath uses non-toxic ingredients. Its also paraben-free, sulfate-free and synthetic-free. It features watermelon seed oil that is hydrating and rich in healing vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Bonus: it comes in a beautiful glass bottle.

Las Vegas based, woman-owned Moon Farmz Whipped Body Butter gives that dry desert skin a butter moisture bath, without feeling too heavy.

A combo of whipped ivory shea butter, virgin coconut oil, and Bentonite volcanic clay blended create a smooth vegan cream. Its also got added nutrients courtesy of castor oil and vitamin E.

Every batch is handmade in Las Vegas and is free from artificial colors.

Zero-waste and plastic-free, the Green Ablutions Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo + Conditioner bars work harder than three bottles of liquid products and are food for the earth.

Its got your hair covered for 80 uses. Packaging is compostable and recyclable and a perfect for travelers.

Even more, the woman-owned, vegan small business donates 10 percent of its proceeds to Sea Turtle conservation.

The perfect gift for vegan chef in your life, Chef Suzi Gerbers new cookbook,The Plant-Based Gourmet,is a full-color (and gorgeous) vegan cooking bible with more than 150 recipes.

From breakfast to brunch, main courses, desserts and even cocktails, Chef Gerber provides chefs and aspiring chefs info on advanced techniques like sous vide and foams, and even styling to make that dish Instagram-worthy. Grab a copy.

Know any moms-to-be?

The newDrinking for Two features more than 45 non-alcoholic, plant-based mocktail recipes. Packed with nutrition info to help women stay strong throughout their pregnancy, drinks have little to no added sugar.

Vegan Knife a woman and minority-owned business that makes baking easy.

All you need is plant-milk, oil or vanilla. Then, combine everything, whisk and bake. There are a variety of mixes to choose from like cupcakes, cakes and donuts. They are all gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free. Get The Vegan Knife mixes.

Weve definitely indulged in Broma. This stocking stuffer is ideal for foodies who love a little care-free sweetness in their lives.

Use this dark chocolate almond spread on bread, for dipping or in smoothies. Its gluten-free, vegan and keto-friendly.Dark chocolate, almond, lentils and more make up this delicious spread. Two tablespoons are 150 calories. Order Broma today.

In case you need even more chocolate, theres Lekkco to the rescue.

The Lekkco Belgian Dark Chocolate Spread variety four-pack includes original Belgian dark chocolate, caramel and sea salt, coconut and Caribbean banana.

They are nut-free and non-GMO and contain 30 percent less sugar than traditional hazelnut spreads. Shop Lekkco now.

Know someone who loves to entertain?

Get them the Vervana Dipping Essentials Gourmet Olive Oil Set. It comes with smooth, Black Label organic EVOO and a zesty olive oil dipping spice blend made of savory herbs and spices.

The set includes a rustic olive wood bowl and olive wood spoon for scooping the spices. The oil is certified organic and COOC-certified.

First off, how about a candle that turns into a cocktail shaker?

Were down. Shanti Creations zero-waste candle to cocktail shaker kit features a 12 oz. natural coconut wax candle infused with essential oils and mason jar cocktail lid.

Simply burn it down, clean it and then reuse it as a cocktail shaker. It even includes a cocktail recipe. Check out Shanti Creations.

Inspired by a park in Portland, Ore., Wildwood Candle Co.s line features nine unique scented candles that represent the woods.

The woman-owned small business uses 100 percent natural soy wax, fragrance and essential oils and a wooden wick. In addition, Forest Park Conservancy receives five percent of the profits.

Lastly in zero-waste, weve got reusable utensils.

Theyre hot, and the sleek Flatware are even hotter. The reusable utensils are from stainless steel,. The full cutlery set has a footprint the size of a credit card. Its also durable and dishwasher safe. Slide this into any stocking for a zero-waste gift.

Finally, 2020 was a tough year. Give the gift of calm to start 2021 with The Meditation Sidekick Journal.

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