Cruelty-Free Certification Logos To Look For When You Shop
Over the years, cruelty-free products have become a moral standard for both vegans and non-vegans alike. In fact, in the EU, animal testing on cosmetic products is prohibited, as well as the marketing of cosmetic products that have been tested on animals. Specific countries like Colombia, Australia, Guatemala, Iceland, India, Israel, Mexico, and others have also either banned or limited animal testing on cosmetic products.
So, if you live in a country or region in which animal testing is still permitted, and would like to ensure no animals were harmed to produce your cosmetics, you’ll need to rely heavily on certifications. Keep reading to find out which cruelty-free logos to look out for!
Leaping Bunny Logo
Regions of Use: U.S. and Canada
Allows Use Of Non-Vegan Products or Ingredients: YES
Website: https://www.leapingbunny.org
Standards: The company must not commission, conduct, or be a party to animal testing for any cosmetic or household products, including any of these products’ ingredients or formulations. The company also must not purchase any ingredients, formulations, or products from a third-party manufacturer or supplier that has conducted, commissioned, or been a party to animal testing on the supplied product after the company’s fixed cut-off date.
PETA ‘Beauty Without Bunnies’ Logo
Regions of Use: Global
Allows Use Of Non-Vegan Products or Ingredients: NO
Website: Peta.org
Standards: Companies and brands must never conduct, commission, pay for, or allow animal testing at any of its products development phases, or for said products’ ingredients. Agreements must be in place with suppliers to never pay for, or allow animal testing on ingredients purchased by the brand after the agreement is signed.
‘Certified Vegan’ Logo by Vegan.org
Regions of Use: Global
Allows Use Of Non-Vegan Products or Ingredients: NO
Website: https://www.vegansociety.com
Standards: Products must not involve animal testing of ingredients or products conducted or commissioned by the brand, suppliers, manufacturers, or an independent party. This includes all species of the animal kingdom.
The Vegan Society Trademark
Regions of Use: Global
Allows Use Of Non-Vegan Products or Ingredients: NO
Standards: The development and manufacturing of the product must not have involved any animal testing conducted by or commissioned by the brand, or by parties over which the company has control.
We hope this guide can help you start navigating the world of cruelty-free products! Finding fabulous products and brands that align with your values is one of the most exciting steps of your vegan journey, and we thank you for taking the time to do so. Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates, news, info, and recommendations to help you start, stay, and thrive on the vegan lifestyle!