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At Thrive Causemetics, every product we create is inspired by someone making a meaningful impact. Our new EmpowerGloss™ Ultra-Glossy Lip Serum shade in Bright Cherry was created in honor of Vanessa, a powerful force for change whose work continues to transform lives. Meet Vanessa Vanessa Rochelle Lewis is a performer,...

  At Thrive Causemetics, our story began with a promise to create safe, high-performance beauty products that would empower and support the cancer community. Before our brand officially launched in 2015, we were already donating false lashes to women who had lost their natural lashes from cancer treatment. From the...

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, Thrive Causemetics proudly participated in Foster Love’s Disney Days event, a heartwarming sibling reunification held at Disneyland. This was our second year in a row partnering with Foster Love for Disney Days, and we were thrilled to bring even more volunteers from the Thrive Causemetics...

Every year on August 17th, we celebrate National Nonprofit Day – a day to honor the hard work and impact of our 700+ nonprofit Giving Partners. At Thrive Causemetics®, we celebrate this day with hands-on service, rolling up our sleeves, and giving back alongside the nonprofits we love. This year,...

We are proud to announce the launch of the Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery Scholarship, a $100,000 initiative to support students whose lives were directly impacted by the devastating wildfires earlier this year. Through this program, we’re awarding ten students with $10,000 scholarships to help ease the financial burden of pursuing...

We’re thrilled to share that Thrive Causemetics® has earned major industry recognition across four incredible beauty awards! From mascara to blush to brow gel, our products continue to stand out thanks to your support and the power of our giving mission. These wins are a true testament to the community that...

On Saturday, January 11, Thrive Causemetics and Bigger Than Beauty Skincare dedicated 100% of net proceeds to support Wildfire Relief, raising an incredible $500,000 in just one day. As a company based in Los Angeles, this crisis was deeply personal to our community. Thanks to you, we were able to turn...

The holiday season is a time of warmth, joy, and cherished traditions across the world. However, few customs capture the magic of Christmas morning quite like uncovering the treasures hidden inside your stocking. This ritual of filling stockings with favorite items, although sometimes a job reserved for Santa – is...

This Giving Tuesday, Thrive Causemetics and Bigger Than Beauty Skincare once again partnered with Shirley Raines and her transformative organization, Beauty 2 The Streetz, to make an impactful difference in Los Angeles’s Skid Row community. Together, we provided meals, beauty services, and essential resources to unhoused individuals, reinforcing our shared...

At Thrive Causemetics, our mission is rooted in more than just beauty. Every purchase you make fuels life-changing initiatives through our giving program, where we partner with a wide array of nonprofit organizations to support causes that matter. On October 12, 2024, we launched a Hurricane Relief Donation Campaign with...

  This article appeared on PR Newswire and has been published here with permission.   1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and 1 in 4 women will experience severe intimate partner physical violence in their lifetime. We are committed to changing those statistics. This October, we are...

As back-to-school season arrives, we’re reflecting on a special initiative from May — our Teacher Appreciation Donation Day that YOU made possible! At Thrive Causemetics®, we are deeply inspired by the impact teachers have on their students and communities, and we wanted to show our gratitude. In May, you nominated...

  National Nonprofit Day, celebrated on August 17th each year, recognizes the essential role that nonprofit organizations play in our society. These organizations provide critical support and raise awareness for causes that positively impact countless lives. At Thrive Causemetics®, we are proud to partner with over 600 nonprofit Giving Partners...

Meet Emily, the inspiring force behind our Sheer Strength® Lip-Plumping Peptide Gloss in the shade, Clear Shimmer!  Emily Herrell's journey as a Warrior Mama began with her own son's battle against stage IV rhabdomyosarcoma. In May 2019, Drew (Emily’s son) was diagnosed with this aggressive form of childhood cancer, propelling...

Meet ShantaQuilette, the namesake behind our Liquid Lash™ Extensions Mascara in the Pink shade! ShantaQuilette's journey is rooted in love and purpose. Inspired by her aunt's battle with metastatic breast cancer, she founded the Pink Peppermint Project — an organization committed to supporting women navigating breast cancer treatment. This endeavor...

Introducing Ruth, the namesake behind our universally loved shade featured in 5 product lines: Brilliant Eye Brightener™, Sheer Strength® Hydrating Lip Tint, Lip Filler Long-Wearing + Plumping Lip Liner™, Impact-FULL™ Smoothing Lipstick, and Sheer Strength® Lip-Plumping Peptide Gloss!   Ruth's story is one of inspiration and remembrance, rooted in the...

“Your unwavering support has made a lasting positive impact in communities around the world.” -Karissa Bodnar, Founder & CEO Our mission is simple: for every product purchased, we donate to help communities thrive. From advancing cancer research and providing domestic abuse support to combating homelessness, honoring our veterans, promoting racial...

Thrive Causemetics® was founded with a vision that went beyond creating vegan and cruelty-free beauty products; we aimed to make a tangible difference in the world. As part of this mission, we established our Giving Program to help communities thrive. Since its launch in 2015, the Giving Program has supported...

Meet Liliana, the namesake for our Sheer Strength® Lip-Plumping Peptide Gloss shade in Deep Berry! In the heart of the San Fernando Valley, Liliana Hernández, a resilient Mexican American in her early 30s, has been on a courageous journey battling kidney failure since 2011. Liliana is a certified yoga instructor,...

Giving has always been at the core of Thrive Causemetics, and our commitment to making a difference recently took a new form with the launch of our Employee Volunteer Program. This initiative encourages our team members to actively engage with nonprofit Giving Partners, amplifying our impact in the community. In...