Cruelty Free Makeup
Cruelty Free Makeup
There are dozens of whimsical
seals, certifications, and descriptions, all of which state why a particular
product is wonderful and why you should buy it. One of the most
searched terms these days is 'cruelty free makeup'. According to
retail research firm Mintel , sales of
Cruelty Free Makeup cosmetics have
grown 100% this year alone, with the primary market being 16- to 34-year-olds
who are very concerned about animal welfare, you don't even have to be a
die-hard animal rights activist to feel disturbed by what is happening
in many animal testing laboratories (some of which are nationally
mandated, such as in China). But what does cruelty free makeup really mean? And how is
it different from “humane”, another common phrase? The best option is
to look for vegan and cruelty-free descriptions on a product. It's
harder to find, but not impossible, especially as demand increases and
businesses respond is
A few things to keep in mind
A business can claim anything on a label, so seek accreditation from well-known and respected organizations such as Choose Cruelty-Free Makeup, The cruelty free makeup, PETA, or Leaping Bunny so you know the claim is upheld.
cruelty-free doesn't necessarily mean that an ingredient list is clean, safe, green, or all-natural. You should always read the list carefully to make sure you don't get any dangerous chemicals on your skin. It also doesn't reflect on the packaging (despite the fact that one could argue that plastic cases end up harming animals, when disposed of).
Finally, Rowan Ellis makes a great point in this YouTube video - consider the human cost. mica is a common ingredient in eye shadow, yet it is known for its child labor use.
There is a lot to think about, but the list of brands Logical Harmony, updated every week, is a good place to start looking for purchase. All of the bellehub.com listed cruelty-free makeup, and many offer cruelty free makeup options.
What to do if you are not sure
Most brands, and
established organizations , will show if their product has
passed strict criteria to give you peace of mind.The nonprofit
cruelty free makeupAction organization has the 'Certified cruelty free makeup and Leaping Rabbit
Program' logo formed from several protective groups. animals with the 'Leaping
Rabbit' logo are both clearly visible indicators on the packaging that will let
you know if a product is vegan or if a product is subject to cruelty
or ideal world charges, the deux.Si you are still unsure, the best
thing to do is contact the company directly. , if a company gives you a
quick response that clearly states that the product is not tested on animals at
any stage or that it is cruelty free makeup, you are good to go. If you receive a
response that is unclear, or you don't get a response at all, it's
probably best to proceed with caution.
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