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Aretattoosandpiercingsvegan?
Some inks contain bone char, shellac or glycerin; some transfer paper uses animal-derived stearic acid. Ask for vegan-certified inks and paper.
LIFESTYLE
Short answer
Some inks contain bone char, shellac or glycerin; some transfer paper uses animal-derived stearic acid. Ask for vegan-certified inks and paper.
LIFESTYLE
The detail
Vegan tattoo studios use inks from brands like Eternal, World Famous, Fusion (specific lines) and vegan-labelled Silverback stencil products.
Piercing jewellery is usually vegan; check for pearl, coral or bone. Aftercare balms often contain lanolin or beeswax — request vegan versions.
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- What clothing materials are vegan?
Cotton, linen, hemp, bamboo, Tencel, recycled polyester — all vegan. Avoid wool, silk, leather, fur, down, and cashmere.
- Are vegans forced to take non-vegan medicine?
The Vegan Society's definition includes 'as far as possible and practicable' — medical necessity overrides. Take medication you need; ask for vegan alternatives where they exist.
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