Okay, so I've been obsessed with this book for weeks now! The Compassionate Chick's Guide is like a vegan beauty bible - 125 recipes that are actually doable (not just Pinterest fails waiting to happen).

The layout is super cute with these playful patterns and animal pics that make me smile every time I flip through it. Yeah, the writing's a bit 'hey fellow kids' sometimes with all the 'cray' and 'chick' talk, but honestly? It grows on you.

What blew my mind: THE MASCARA RECIPE WORKS. Like actually works-works. And the facial moisturizer makes my skin glow without any weird chemical reactions (looking at you, store-bought 'natural' brands). Pro tip: page 56's staple ingredients list saved me from going broke at Whole Foods.

Only complaint? Could use more photos of finished products - I'm visual like that. But the resource section? Gold. Now excuse me while I go make edible lip balm...