Tag: Skincare ethics

According to the National Cancer Institute, coal tar is a byproduct of coke and coal gas production from coal. However, a deeper look reveals why coal tar is not vegan, encompassing broader ethical considerations beyond its mineral origin.

Naturally occurring preformed Vitamin A, or retinol, is found exclusively in animal products such as beef liver, oily fish, and eggs. For ethical and formulation reasons, however, most retinol used in modern skincare is not derived from an animal but is instead created synthetically in a laboratory. This distinction is critical for understanding the origin and selecting appropriate products.

According to a 2021 study by The Vegan Society, the number of people in the UK identifying as vegan has quadrupled over the last decade, reflecting a growing consumer interest in ethical products. So, with its 'Kind to Skin' philosophy, is Simple vegan friendly across all its products and global markets?