The Truth About Sephora Collection's Animal Testing Policy

Although Sephora as a brand do not test their finished products on animals, they nevertheless pay others to test their products on animals “where required by law”. This means that Sephora 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.

Sephora also doesn’t mention whether or not their suppliers test on animals or if their ingredients are tested on animals, which is a red flag.

Sephora claims to be “a strong advocate for the development and implementation of alternative methods”, however they willingly agree to having their products tested on animals. Brands that are truly committed to the elimination of animal testing do not test on animals, and do not sell in countries where animal testing is required by law.

Is Sephora Collection owned by a parent company that tests on animals?

Sephora Collection is owned by LVMH, a company that tests on animals. Not only is Sephora Collection not cruelty-free but neither is their parent company.

Is Sephora Collection sold in mainland China?

Yes, Sephora Collection is available for sale in stores in mainland China. This means that their products were likely tested on animals in mainland China.

Is Sephora Collection certified cruelty-free by any organizations?

No, Sephora Collection is not certified by any organizations.

Is Sephora Collection vegan?

Sephora Collection 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 Sephora Collection 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."