[net.veg] Animal-free products

jgb@linus.UUCP (Jonathan G. Bressel) (01/06/84)

Here is a new topic:

I have been a vegetarian for four years, and am now preparing to rid myself
of animal products in areas other than eating.  Over the years I have
gradually eliminated leather clothing and footwear from my wardrobe, but I
am still dependent on toiletries (e.g. soap, shampoo, shaving cream) derived
from animal sources.  I have done a somewhat extensive literature search on
organizations which produce or sell products (cosmetics, toiletries,
clothing, luggage, footwear, etc) which are free of animal derivatives and
are not tested on animals.  I was pleased to find that there is more help
available out there than I had realized.  Recently (about a week ago), I
mailed out letters asking for information from the various suppliers I have
managed to learn about.  I will gladly share my findings with anyone who is
interested.

While awaiting responses in the mail, I wonder if anyone has already taken
this step, and would like to give advice, hints, pointers on how to go about
it.

					Jonathan G. Bressel
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jack@hp-dcde.UUCP (01/12/84)

#R:linus:-59000:hp-dcde:40400004:000:179
hp-dcde!jack    Jan  9 16:40:00 1984

Get one of those non-leather wallets that uses velcro to keep closed.
They last forever, and can usually be found in sports shops.

						-Jack Applin
						 (hplabs!hp-dcd!jack)