Is shellac vegan? No, and a shellac-free mascara can still fail
No, shellac is not vegan: it comes from the lac insect. Maybelline Great Lash lists it; e.l.f., wet n wild and Milani sell vegan mascaras instead, from $6.49.
Vegan drugstore makeup: 7 brands, and the one that is vegan all the way through
e.l.f. is the only drugstore makeup brand here that is vegan across its whole range, with PETA and Leaping Bunny. 6 more compared, and which lines to buy.
Is nail polish vegan? Three brands checked
Nail polish is vegan only if it skips carmine, fish-derived guanine and shellac. OPI Nature Strong carries the Vegan Society mark.
Eggs from rescued hens: why we still say they aren’t vegan
Eating eggs from rescued hens isn’t vegan by our line: a hen bred to lay about 300 a year can use what she lays, and sanctuaries feed eggs back to laying hens.
Why some vegans eat honey, and why we still don’t
Vegans who eat honey draw the line at suffering, not use. Their case is serious, and it still fails at the hive, where beekeeping means managing the colony.
Should vegans eat lab-grown meat? The animal is still in the process
Not yet. Lab-grown meat may still depend on animal biopsies and serum you can’t verify, and a vegan eating it spares no animal. Our line, and where it’s weak.
Is polyester vegan? Yes, but read the tag past the brand name
Yes, polyester is vegan. The catch is the blend: PrimaLoft sells a goose-down blend and Polartec a merino-lined fleece, so read the fiber line, not the brand.
What is vegan leather? Plastic, plants, or both, read from the makers’ own pages
Vegan leather is made without animal skin. The plain kind is PU or PVC; Mirum says it is plastic-free, while Piñatex and AppleSkin still use polyurethane.
Should Vegans Drive? Evaluating Ethical Transportation Choices
Examining vegan ethics beyond food: Explore the environmental and moral implications of driving and alternatives for the eco-conscious traveler.
Store-bought vegan Thanksgiving roasts: which one to buy in 2026
Tofurky Roast & Gravy is our pick, Field Roast for a centerpiece, Gardein for 8. What the makers publish on ingredients, oven time and the box, plus 2 to skip.
Does vegan butter go bad? How long each brand says it keeps
Yes, vegan butter goes bad. Miyoko’s gives an opened tub 2 weeks; Earth Balance and Country Crock only say keep refrigerated. 7 products, and how to tell.
Does vegan mayo go bad? How long it keeps, opened and unopened
Yes, vegan mayo goes bad. What 5 brands, from Vegenaise to Hellmann’s, say about an opened jar, what the date means, and how to tell a jar has turned.
Why Do Vegans Have Good Skin? The Vegan Glow Unveiled
Discover the secret behind the vegan glow. Learn how a plant-based diet, rich in antioxidants and free from dairy, contributes to radiant, healthy skin.
How to Stop Vegan Gas and Bloat: 5 Tips for a Happy Gut
Overcome gassy troubles and flatulence on your vegan diet. Uncover how a plant-based diet can cause gas and ways to reduce vegan gas and bloating.
Can You Eat Oil on a Plant-based Diet?
Unsure if oil fits into your plant-based diet? Unlock the truth about plant-based eating and oil consumption in our in-depth guide!
Are monoglycerides vegan? Sometimes, and the label rarely tells you which
Sometimes. Mono- and diglycerides (E471) come from plant oils or animal fat, and the label rarely says which. A vegan claim settles it; we checked 5 products.
Nigari or gypsum: what the coagulant does to your tofu, brand by brand
Nigari is magnesium chloride from seawater, and it is vegan. Which US tofu brands use nigari, which use gypsum, what each does to calcium, and where to buy it.
What Is Onion Powder Used for In Cooking? Vegan Edition!
Learn how vegans use onion powder in cooking. Discover how this flavorful ingredient can elevate your plant-based meals to the next level.
Vegan probiotics: 8 supplements read from the label, and the one question most makers skip
Yes, vegan probiotics exist. The bacteria are not the issue; the capsule and the broth they grew in are. 8 US products compared, with Deva and NOW as our picks.
Is creatine vegan? Yes, but check the capsule
Yes, creatine is vegan when synthesized from cyanamide and sarcosine. Gelatin capsules and gummies are the catch, so check the shell and every additive.
Do vegans need an algae omega-3 supplement?
EFSA’s adequate intake is 250 mg of EPA plus DHA a day; the 2 to 4 g doses are for specific claims. Our line is an algae oil, read against that 250 mg figure.
Top Vegan Options at Italian Restaurants
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious cuisine, but you might wonder what options are available if…
Is It Okay to Make My Dog Vegan?
Delving into canine nutrition: Explore the debate around vegan diets for dogs and discover if it’s a healthy choice for your furry friend.
How to Be Vegan When You Don’t Like Vegetables
Unlock the secret to embracing veganism, even if you’re not a veggie fan! Discover creative ways to love your greens in our vegan guide.
Recipes By Course
Browse our vegan recipes database by category. We have clearly arranged what we consider to be the most important categories on this page – from breakfast to desserts. Click on the category that interests you. You can then refine your search in the next step.
About us
We’re Gregory and Tara, husband and wife, and we’ve both been vegan since April 2012. Gregory started out a sceptic who thought you needed meat and dairy, so he read the studies until he was sure; he still does, and he runs the tech side. Tara cooks, invents new dishes and has tried more vegan beauty products than our bathroom shelf can hold.
For about two years we also ran a small vegan online shop, so we know the aisle from both sides. Vegan Pots is where we answer the questions we had back then: is it vegan, is it worth buying, and what do you do with it at home.
