Matrix is not cruelty-free
Matrix is not cruelty-free
Matrix is not cruelty-free. They may test on animals, either themselves, through their suppliers, or through a third party. Brands who fall under this category could also be funding animal testing by selling products in mainland China, where it's required by law.
L'Oréal
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Finished products tested on animals
Yes, where required by law
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Ingredients tested on animals
Uncertain
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Suppliers test on animals
Uncertain
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Third party animal testing
Yes, where required by law
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Sold in mainland china
Yes
“L’Oréal no longer tests any of its products or any of its ingredients on animals, anywhere in the world nor does L’Oréal delegate this task to others. An exception could only be made if regulatory authorities demanded it for safety or regulatory purposes.”
The Truth About Matrix's Animal Testing Policy
Matrix is owned by L’Oréal and inherits their animal testing policy.
Although Matrix as a company do not test their finished products or ingredients on animals, they nevertheless pay others to test their products on animals “where required by law”. This means that Matrix is not cruelty-free.
When companies claim that they test on animals “where required by law”, it typically means that they sell their products in mainland China, where cosmetics are legally required to be tested on animals.
To learn more about animal testing laws in China, click here.
Is Matrix owned by a parent company that tests on animals?
Matrix is owned by L'Oréal, a company that tests on animals. Not only is Matrix not cruelty-free but neither is their parent company.
Is Matrix sold in mainland China?
Yes, Matrix is available for sale in stores in mainland China. This means that their products were likely tested on animals in mainland China.
Is Matrix certified cruelty-free by any organizations?
No, Matrix is not certified by any organizations.
Is Matrix vegan?
Matrix might offer some vegan products, however because this company is not cruelty-free, we recommend avoiding any products they offer even if they are vegan.
How do you determine that brands like Matrix are not cruelty-free?
Most brands don't publicly display their full animal testing policies. We contact brands directly with our questions in order to get their complete policy. If any brand states that they, their suppliers, or any third party test on animals, the brand is listed as "not cruelty-free."
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