What is Cruelty-free

Cruelty-free refers to products that have not been tested on animals during any stage of development or production. In other words, cruelty-free products ensure that no animals were harmed or exploited to test the safety or effectiveness of the product. This label is commonly applied to cosmetics, personal care items, and household products.

Key aspects of cruelty-free include:

1. No animal testing: The product is not tested on animals at any stage of its development or production.
2. No partnerships with animal-testing suppliers: The brand does not source ingredients from suppliers that conduct animal testing.
3. No sales in markets that require animal testing: Some countries, like mainland China, require animal testing for imported cosmetics. Cruelty-free brands usually avoid selling their products in these regions.

Third-party organizations, like “Leaping Bunny” and “PETA-Approved,” often certify cruelty-free products.