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Cruelty-Free Beauty Products

While there may be subtle differences between products that are cruelty free and products that are vegan, the two often go hand in hand. The primary difference is that vegan products don't contain any animal by-products, whereas cruelty free just means the final product hasn't been tested on animals. Don't forget to check out our blogs on the best cruelty free makeup and cruelty free hair care products.

If you're looking for information on vegan or vegetarian beauty products, our glossary answers all your questions.

See our cruelty free guide to answer your questions like are cruelty free beauty products more expensive and what does cruelty free mean.

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Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector
Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector
$31.59 $35.10
-16%
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
$11.88 $13.98
-10%
Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil
Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil
$31.59 $35.10
-16%
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
$5.96 $7.02
-20%
Murad Vita-C Triple Exfoliating Facial
Murad Vita-C Triple Exfoliating Facial
$78.62 $98.27
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 30% In Silicone
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 30% In Silicone
$9.61
-20%
Murad Resurgence Targeted Wrinkle Corrector
Murad Resurgence Targeted Wrinkle Corrector
$73.00 $91.25
-20%
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
$76.89 $96.11
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Murad Daily Clarifying Peel
Murad Daily Clarifying Peel
$40.56 $50.70
-20%
Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel
Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel
$12.92 $16.14
-16%
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser
$11.88 $13.98
-16%
Ultrasun Family SPF 30 High sunscreen
Ultrasun Family SPF 30 High Sunscreen
$23.40 $27.54
-15%
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
$11.89 $13.98
-8%
Olaplex No. 4 & 5 Shampoo & Conditioner Set
Olaplex No. 4 & 5 Shampoo & Conditioner Set
$64.74 $70.19
-16%
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser
$12.80 $15.06
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Eye Serum
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Eye Serum
$28.94
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Bellamianta Tanning Mousse
Bellamianta Tanning Mousse
$20.30 $25.38
-16%
Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner
Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner
$16.88 $19.87
-10%
Olaplex No.4p Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo
Olaplex No.4p Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo
$31.59 $35.10
-26%
Answr At-home Keratin Treatment Kit
Answr At-home Keratin Treatment Kit
$53.37 $71.17
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Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
$16.80 $21.00
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Moroccanoil Treatment Original
Moroccanoil Treatment Original
$38.40 $48.00
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Dermalogica Skin Resurfacing Cleanser
Dermalogica Skin Resurfacing Cleanser
$46.65 $58.32
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Bellamianta Tanning Liquid
Bellamianta Tanning Liquid
$17.24 $21.54
-20%
Dermalogica Precleanse
Dermalogica Precleanse
$14.64 $18.30
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Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner
Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner
$31.59 $35.10
-20%
Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance 2.0
Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance 2.0
$16.37 $20.46
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Olaplex No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum
Olaplex No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum
$31.59 $35.10
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
$33.80
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Olaplex Volumising Blow Dry Mist
Olaplex Volumising Blow Dry Mist
$31.59 $35.10
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Dermalogica Multi Active Toner
Dermalogica Multi Active Toner
$13.78 $17.22
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Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream
Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream
$16.37 $20.46
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CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion
CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion
$11.88 $13.98
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CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50
$16.06 $18.90
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Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother
$31.59 $35.10
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Moroccanoil Color Depositing Mask
Moroccanoil Color Depositing Mask
$6.87 $8.59
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Dermalogica Ultra Calming Cleanser
Dermalogica Ultra Calming Cleanser
$39.70 $49.62
-16%
CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion
CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion
$16.06 $18.90
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The Ordinary 100% Cold Pressed Virgin Marula Oil
The Ordinary 100% Cold Pressed Virgin Marula Oil
$10.75 $14.15
-21%
Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask
Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask
$29.24 $36.56
-16%
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi Usage Dry Oil
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi Usage Dry Oil
$21.98 $25.86
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Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Shimmering Dry Oil
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Shimmering Dry Oil
$25.65 $30.18
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CeraVe Cream To Foam Cleanser
CeraVe Cream To Foam Cleanser
$14.22 $16.74
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Nuxe Delicious Fragrance Water
Nuxe Delicious Fragrance Water
$33.91 $39.90
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Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser
$26.58 $31.26
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Olaplex No.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment
Olaplex No.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment
$31.59 $35.10
-45%
Stila Glitter & Glow Liquid Eyeshadow
Stila Glitter & Glow Liquid Eyeshadow
$16.14 $29.10
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Q+A Hyaluronic Acid Facial Serum
Q+A Hyaluronic Acid Facial Serum
$7.30 $9.13
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Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash
Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash
$19.01 $23.76
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Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream
Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream
$28.73 $35.91
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Zelens Power B
Zelens Power B
$95.92 $112.85
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Paula's Choice Resist Super Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30
Paula's Choice Resist Super Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30
$41.26 $48.54
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K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
$29.10 $32.34
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Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask
Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask
$31.59 $35.10
Pestle & Mortar Pure Hyaluronic Serum
Pestle & Mortar Pure Hyaluronic Serum
$46.38
CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum
CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum
$25.86
RevitaLash Advanced Eyelash Conditioner
RevitaLash Advanced Eyelash Conditioner
$106.91
-26%
Vita Liberata Tinted Tanning Mousse
Vita Liberata Tinted Tanning Mousse
$24.25 $32.34
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Emma Hardie Protect & Prime Moisturizer SPF 30
Emma Hardie Protect & Prime Moisturizer SPF 30
$46.12 $61.50
-21%
Alpha-H Liquid Gold
Alpha-H Liquid Gold
$43.15 $53.94
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Dermalogica Calm Water Gel
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel
$51.79 $64.74
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Moroccanoil Hydrating Styling Cream
Moroccanoil Hydrating Styling Cream
$27.21 $34.02
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Pureology Color Fanatic Spray
Pureology Color Fanatic Spray
$29.81 $37.26
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Q+A Vitamin C Body Cream
Q+A Vitamin C Body Cream
$10.37 $12.96
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Dermalogica Age Smart Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque
Dermalogica Age Smart Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque
$16.37 $20.46
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Dermalogica UltraCalming Sensitive Skin Rescue Gift Set
Dermalogica UltraCalming Sensitive Skin Rescue Gift Set
$41.43 $51.78
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Dermalogica Clear Start Clarifying Breakout Body Spray
Dermalogica Clear Start Clarifying Breakout Body Spray
$24.15 $30.18
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Paula's Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment
Paula's Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment
$63.29 $74.46
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Ultrasun Face Anti-Aging Lotion SPF 50+
Ultrasun Face Anti-aging Lotion SPF 50+
$27.48 $32.34
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CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser
CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser
$14.22 $16.74
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CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
$16.06 $18.90
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Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
$28.41 $33.42
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Stila Stay All Day Foundation & Concealer
Stila Stay All Day Foundation & Concealer
$36.72 $43.20
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Olaplex No.4c Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo
Olaplex No.4c Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo
$31.59 $35.10
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Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
$31.59 $35.10
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Olaplex No.5p Blonde Enhancer Toning Conditioner
Olaplex No.5p Blonde Enhancer Toning Conditioner
$31.59 $35.10
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
$6.48 $6.50
-41%
Aveda Color Renewal Color & Shine Treatment
Aveda Color Renewal Color & Shine Treatment
$26.94 $45.36
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Zelens Power C
Zelens Power C
$111.93 $131.70
-15%
Paula's Choice Glow Boosting Bestsellers Trial Kit
Paula's Choice Glow Boosting Bestsellers Trial Kit
$21.07 $24.78
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Paula's Choice Water-Infusing Electrolyte Moisturizer
Paula's Choice Water-Infusing Electrolyte Moisturizer
$40.35 $47.46
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Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Dry Oil Mist SPF 30
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Dry Oil Mist SPF 30
$9.41 $11.07
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Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Dry Oil Mist SPF 15
Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Dry Oil Mist SPF 15
$9.41 $11.07
-49%
Stila Tinted Moisturizer Skin Balm
Stila Tinted Moisturizer Skin Balm
$16.14 $31.10
-26%
Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm
Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm
$48.55 $64.74
-26%
Answr Conditioner
Answr Conditioner
$22.59 $30.13
-26%
Answr Shampoo
Answr Shampoo
$22.59 $30.13
-21%
Spotlight Sonic Toothbrush Replacement Heads
Spotlight Sonic Toothbrush Replacement Heads
$25.87 $32.34
-21%
REN Overnight Glow Dark Spot Sleeping Cream
REN Overnight Glow Dark Spot Sleeping Cream
$50.06 $62.58
-21%
First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads
First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads
$30.19 $37.74
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Cruelty Free

Frequently Asked Questions about Cruelty Free products

Are cruelty free beauty products more expensive?

It's something of an urban myth that cruelty free products are more expensive. This might have been true initially, when the concept was still new, but today cruelty free products are fairly priced due to high demands. You won't have to worry about paying a little extra for a cleaner conscience.

What does cruelty free mean?

Cruelty free means that the final product wasn't tested on animals. There is occasionally controversy about the legitimacy of cruelty free products: some companies test on animals prior to creating their final recipe or get a third party to test for them, while still claiming to be cruelty free.

However, there are companies that are cruelty free certified, so you can have confidence in their integrity and honesty. Keep your eye out for the leaping bunny logo to be sure you're getting the right products.

Who should use cruelty free beauty products?

The audience for cruelty free and vegan products are usually the same, but anyone who doesn't like the idea of animal cruelty or testing should opt for cruelty free cosmetics.

If you already adhere to a vegan diet but don't pay too much attention to the contents of your beauty products, using cruelty free products may be the next step.

What are some unknown positives of going cruelty free?

Quite simply, your brush and makeup tools will be cleaner. Animal by-products, such as horse hair, are more liable to contain unwanted bacteria that lingers on your tools for longer.

Cruelty free products are also a staple of smaller businesses, so you're helping to create a fairer trading industry.

Are there negative side effects of cruelty free beauty products?

While there may be arguments against incorporating a vegan diet into your lifestyle, there are no negative side effects of using cruelty free beauty products. Companies that are famous exponents of cruelty free products work hard to make sure their products don't lose their efficacy.

Carly Cochrane

Written by Carly Cochrane, Beauty Editor

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