cruelty-free

adjective

cru·​el·​ty-free ˈkrü(-ə)l-tē-ˈfrē 

: developed or produced without inhumane testing on animals

cruelty-free cosmetics

Examples of cruelty-free in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Know your skin type and which ingredients work for it, choose natural, vegan and cruelty-free products worth investing in, and watch for fillers like artificial colors and PEG surfactants if your skin is sensitive. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2026

The vegan, cruelty-free brand sells a range of hydrating and nourishing balms, creams and serums, and is slowly expanding its product offerings. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026

Brush On Block formulates cruelty-free mineral sun care powders and lip oils built for application and reapplication so protecting your skin fits into your day, not the other way around. — ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026

The cosmetics and skincare company has evolved from a small budget-friendly makeup brand focused on cruelty-free products into a global powerhouse. — Colleen McKown, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1983, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cruelty-free

• agree
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• banshee
• beastly
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• bowsprit
• carefree
• cerci
• chablis
• cowpea
• crappie
• crappy