Skincare Without Skincare? Meet the Caveman Regimen
No serums, no scrubs, not even water. The caveman regimen is a skincare trend that eliminates everything—the routine, the products, even basic hygiene—to “heal” your skin barrier. But while overdoing skin care can cause damage, experts say doing nothing can lead to the buildup of dead skin, grime, and even fungi.
How to Do the Caveman Regimen (Without Going Full Caveman)
Want to give your skin a break from makeup and harsh cleansers? Great! But leading dermatologists say you shouldn’t ghost it entirely.
1. Use a gentle, cruelty-free, vegan cleanser.
Cruelty-free, vegan cleansers cleanse without compromise—no animal testing, no animal-derived ingredients, just pure, plant-powered cleaning.
Rabbits, mice, and countless other animals suffer in useless experiments for products, but what you buy helps change that. With every wash, you’re not just caring for your skin—you’re helping create a world where beauty never hurts.
2. Moisturize with a cruelty-free, vegan product.
A good moisturizer seals in hydration and protects from harm—when it’s cruelty-free and vegan.
Some commercial moisturizers rely on lanolin (from sheep’s wool) or beeswax. But we don’t need to exploit animals, especially when we have so many vegan products on the market. You can also whip up your own DIY blend with nourishing oils like jojoba or shea. Check out our easy DIY recipe.
3. Always wear SPF.
Sun damage doesn’t just speed up aging—it increases the risk of skin cancer. Choose a cruelty-free, vegan sunscreen to shield your skin without compromising your values.
A few SPF products are still tested on animals or contain animal-derived ingredients like beeswax, so opt for brands that don’t harm animals. After all, protecting your skin should never come at the cost of another’s.
Skincare Without Lots of Products
You don’t need a 20-part skincare regimen. Just drink plenty of water, bask in gentle morning sunlight, and let your skin breathe freely. Splash your face with cool water, gently exfoliate with a damp cloth, and try a soothing herbal steam.
The Cruelty-Free, Vegan Caveman
One of the easiest, most impactful skin-boosting strategies is going vegan. By ditching dairy and animal-derived ingredients—common triggers for inflammation and acne—you’re fueling your body with antioxidants, fiber, and skin-loving plant nutrients. The result is a clearer, calmer, more naturally glowing complexion.
If you want healthy, balanced skin and a clean conscience, choose gentle vegan skincare that is never tested on animals. And if you’re not vegan, order a free starter kit today!
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