The psychology behind why people get defensive when you mention you're vegan

Why does saying 'I'm vegan' feel like lighting a fuse in the middle of a dinner party?

Justin Brown / Jun 6, 2025

Anja Grommons

VegOut Team

Justin Brown

I switched to a fully vegan skincare routine—these are the only products I kept

Clean beauty isn’t a buzzword—it’s a practice. And switching to vegan skincare taught me how to shop with purpose, not just polish.

Maya Flores / Jul 10, 2025

Curiosity, not perfection, powers change—and sometimes that change starts with breakfast.

Avery White / Jul 10, 2025

Cruelty-free and vegan aren’t the same thing—and knowing the difference could change the way you shop forever.

Avery White / Jul 9, 2025

Plant-based isn’t just fuel. Done right, it rewires your energy, softens your edges, and sharpens your attention in ways you can feel.

Jordan Cooper / Jul 9, 2025

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