At Cruelty-Free Kitty, we reach out to new brands weekly in order to find out their animal testing policy. Based on their response, we classify them are either “cruelty-free,” “not cruelty-free,” or “grey area.” Only brands that are able to answer all our questions and fulfill our cruelty-free criteria are considered cruelty-free. Below are the […] The post Updates to Our List of Cruelty-Free Brands: Lisa Eldridge, GOOP, Orebella, and more appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

If you’ve ever read an ingredients list, whether it be for skincare, food, or anything in-between, you may have noticed “Glycerin” cushioned between a host of other complex terms. While this practical ingredient serves many purposes, conscious consumers want to know if Glycerin is considered vegan. The answer? It depends. Is Glycerin Vegan? It depends […] The post Is Glycern Vegan? What To Know About This Common Ingredient appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

Bella Hadid, renowned model and fashion icon, has recently made waves in the beauty industry with the launch of her new fragrance brand, Orebella. But is Orebella cruelty-free & vegan? When Hadid isn’t hitting the runway, she’s the face of various beauty and fashion brands, including cruelty-free beauty company Charlotte Tilbury. Now, the supermodel-turned-entrepreneur has […] The post Bella Hadid Launches New Fragrance Brand Orebella – Is it Cruelty-Free & Vegan? appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

In a strategic move, THG, formerly known as The Hut Group, swooped in to acquire clean beauty brand Biossance. The $20 million steal is expected to bolster the retail conglomerate’s beauty portfolio. Biossance was once a top selling brand at Sephora. The brand’s signature Hemisqualane is a cruelty-free alternative to shark-derived squalene, and is estimated […] The post Parent Company Amyris Sells Biossance, JVN, & Rose Inc: Are These Brands Still Cruelty-Free? appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

I’m so excited to give you a sneak peek of the March Better Beauty Box! We put a lot of love into this month’s box, and it’s our best one yet. The Better Beauty Box is our beloved monthly cruelty-free and vegan subscription box. Every month, you get 4-5 luxury, full-size products that are Cruelty-Free […] The post Spoiler Alert: Our March Better Beauty Box is a Must-Have appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

Acne got you down? Whether you’re fifteen, fifty, or any age in between, acne breakouts can be a frustrating experience. Knowing the best and most effective products to zap your zits is the key to healthy, blemish-free skin. Check out these 7 cruelty-free & vegan acne skincare products that will have your face glowing in […] The post The Best Cruelty-Free Skincare for Acne-Prone Skin appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

Cruelty-free skincare brand Dr. Dennis Gross was recently acquired by Shiseido for $450 million. Shiseido, a non-cruelty-free parent company, purchased the science-backed brand in a move to expand its footprint in the American beauty market. A skin cancer researcher and practicing Dermatologist, Gross was anxious about the lack of effective skincare options available on the […] The post Dr. Dennis Gross Acquired by Shiseido: See Their Cruelty-Free Statement appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

We’re thrilled to announce that Chile has officially banned animal testing for cosmetics, making it the 45th country to join the fight for promoting animal welfare through ethical cosmetic testing. This bill was passed unanimously on December 20th, 2023 after the Humane Society and ONG Te Protejo’s multi-year #BeCrueltyFree campaign. At Cruelty-Free Kitty, we are […] The post Huge Win! Chile Officially Bans Animal Testing for Cosmetics appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

On December 22, consumer goods giant Unilever announced that it will be acquiring K18, a science-backed, premium haircare brand. As leaders in cruelty-free beauty, we at Cruelty-Free Kitty are closely following this acquisition and what it means for K18’s cruelty-free status. Founded in 2020, K18 made a splash with its patented K18PeptideTM technology that claims […] The post K18 Haircare Is Now Owned By Unilever appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more

Exciting news! The Humane Cosmetics Act is back! A bipartisan group reintroduced an enhanced version of the Humane Cosmetics Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This bill’s goal is to phase out animal testing for cosmetics and establish a permanent ban. In short, a country-wide ban on animal testing for cosmetics is finally possible […] The post Important News: Bill to Ban Animal Testing Was Reintroduced in the US appeared first on Cruelty-Free Kitty ..read more