Constantly torn between tasting the rainbow and living a cruelty-free life? Well dry those baby eyes — your troubles are over!
News broke this week on the blog scene that Skittles have officially gone vegan. (Cue: thunderous applause.)
The candy is already VEG in other countries and we knew it was only a matter of time before they ditched the gelatin here in the states.
Keep in mind that there will probably be a transition time in grocery stores, so make sure you read those ingredients before digging in. Happy snacking!
July 22nd, 2009 at 12:44 pm
What was in them that wasn’t vegan? Aren’t they still tested on animals though?
July 22nd, 2009 at 3:30 pm
Skittles contain gelatin which is derived from the collagen inside animals’ skin and bones. It is commonly used as a gelling agent in food, pharmaceuticals, photography, and cosmetic manufacturing.
July 22nd, 2009 at 2:13 pm
I luuuurve skittles so this is great news. However, I am pretty sure Mars tests on animals.
July 23rd, 2009 at 5:17 am
You might want to let people know Mars tests on animals. They may be vegan, but they’re not good for your ethics.
July 23rd, 2009 at 12:49 pm
What!? This is huge.
But can you please cite a source?
August 12th, 2009 at 7:01 pm
http://www.marscandykills.com/