Choosing skincare that fits your animal-welfare values

When animal welfare matters to your purchase, ask for clear information about the exact product and its supply chain. A luxury presentation should make those answers easier to find.

Check the scope

Look for what an animal-testing statement covers and whether an independent certifier is named. Verify current certification in the issuing organisation’s directory if that is part of your decision.

Ask about ingredients separately

If you want to avoid animal-derived ingredients, ask that question explicitly. Do not assume that an animal-testing statement also establishes the origin of every ingredient.

Keep product suitability in view

Your values and your skin’s needs can be considered together. Read the complete ingredients and directions alongside any certification information. Ask for detail when a broad claim leaves you uncertain.

Our guide to clean beauty and ethical skincare explains the questions to ask. Contact Truff’elle with the product name if you need a sourcing or certification answer before ordering.

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Read our formulation approach, compare the products, or ask us for ingredient information. Our guide to skincare evidence explains how to assess a testing claim.

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Frequently asked

Questions about this topic.

What should I check about an animal-testing claim?

Look for what the statement covers and whether an independent certifier is named. Verify current certification in the issuing organisation's directory if that is part of your decision.

Does a cruelty-free claim mean the ingredients are animal-free?

Do not assume that an animal-testing statement also establishes the origin of every ingredient. If you want to avoid animal-derived ingredients, ask that question explicitly.

How can I match ethical skincare to my skin's needs?

Your values and your skin's needs can be considered together. Read the complete ingredients and directions alongside any certification information.

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Truff’elle editorial team
Editorial team, Truffëlle Journal
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