cruelty-free
adjective
cru·el·ty-free
ˈkrü(-ə)l-tē-ˈfrē 
: developed or produced without inhumane testing on animals
cruelty-free cosmetics
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Plus, the soap is cruelty-free and the citrus scent is really delicious.
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Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
The company's ethical stance is evident in its cruelty-free products, ensuring no animals are harmed in the creation of its supplements.
—Kansas City Star, 18 June 2024
Herbivore’s floral-scented scrub works to combat dryness and dullness through vegan, cruelty-free ingredients like virgin coconut oil, pink clay, and shea butter.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 June 2024
Donni’s award-winning, vegan, and cruelty-free beauty line, Half Magic Beauty, has become a global favorite among consumers.
—Valerie Complex, Deadline, 13 June 2024
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Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
The company's ethical stance is evident in its cruelty-free products, ensuring no animals are harmed in the creation of its supplements.
—Kansas City Star, 18 June 2024
Herbivore’s floral-scented scrub works to combat dryness and dullness through vegan, cruelty-free ingredients like virgin coconut oil, pink clay, and shea butter.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 June 2024
Donni’s award-winning, vegan, and cruelty-free beauty line, Half Magic Beauty, has become a global favorite among consumers.
—Valerie Complex, Deadline, 13 June 2024
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“Cruelty-free.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruelty-free. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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