cruelty-free
adjective
cru·el·ty-free
ˈkrü(-ə)l-tē-ˈfrē 
: developed or produced without inhumane testing on animals
cruelty-free cosmetics
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Along with being vegan and cruelty-free, the oil is non-greasy and absorbs easily into the skin.
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Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 17 Apr. 2024
Each are packed with cruelty-free ingredients that aim to brighten and promote even, balanced skin.
—Jacqueline Laurean Yates, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2024
This is a great option for those with combination sensitive skin looking for a slightly more premium choice, especially for those seeking an eco-conscious, vegan, and cruelty-free brand.
—Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 3 Apr. 2024
This shampoo is made by a brand that commits to using only cruelty-free supplies and promises to use the highest quality ingredients in all of their products.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
These cleaners are also cruelty-free and can be used on any surface in your home.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 1 Apr. 2024
It's made with multi-beneficial, nourishing vegan and cruelty-free formulas that are soft on the skin, and simple and effective to use.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024
The best part is that every element is safe, i.e., dermatologist-tested, ophthalmologist-tested, allergen-free, cruelty-free, and uses only proprietary scent formulas crafted according to strict European standards.
—Christin Perry, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024
This vegan, cruelty-free formula also doesn’t have a strong odor, unlike many other options.
—Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 26 Mar. 2024
Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 17 Apr. 2024
Each are packed with cruelty-free ingredients that aim to brighten and promote even, balanced skin.
—Jacqueline Laurean Yates, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2024
This is a great option for those with combination sensitive skin looking for a slightly more premium choice, especially for those seeking an eco-conscious, vegan, and cruelty-free brand.
—Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 3 Apr. 2024
This shampoo is made by a brand that commits to using only cruelty-free supplies and promises to use the highest quality ingredients in all of their products.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
These cleaners are also cruelty-free and can be used on any surface in your home.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 1 Apr. 2024
It's made with multi-beneficial, nourishing vegan and cruelty-free formulas that are soft on the skin, and simple and effective to use.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024
The best part is that every element is safe, i.e., dermatologist-tested, ophthalmologist-tested, allergen-free, cruelty-free, and uses only proprietary scent formulas crafted according to strict European standards.
—Christin Perry, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024
This vegan, cruelty-free formula also doesn’t have a strong odor, unlike many other options.
—Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 26 Mar. 2024
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