Redefining halal beauty

Contrary to popular belief, what is vegan and cruelty-free isn’t necessarily halal-certified, and what is halal isn’t necessarily wudhu-friendly.

For a better understanding of these terms: a vegan product means that it is free from animal derivatives; a cruelty-free product means that no animal is harmed or tested on in the making of the product; a halal-product means that it is permissible in Islam; and a wudhu-friendly product means that it is not waterproof and can be water-permeable.

Here are eight homegrown cosmetic brands serving up Muslim-friendly beauty products.