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Yes Barry M is cruelty-free.
The brand doesn’t test any finished products on animals, work with suppliers who run animal testing on ingredients or products or sell in countries where animal testing can be required by law.
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Does Barry M Test on Animals?
Barry M does not test any ingredients or products on animals.
It is listed as cruelty-free in the Naturewatch Compassionate Shopping Guide as a testament to this.
Is Barry M Vegan?
Yes Barry M is completely vegan. Every Barry M product is completely free-from animal by-products.
This means that none of the make-up and Nail Paint ranges contain any animal derivative and are vegan friendly.
Is Barry M Eco-Friendly?
Barry M is largely eco-friendly. Particularly when it comes to packaging.
Certain products are made in China, which obviously:
- Increases air miles
- Aren’t created with the same environmental standards in mind
But packaging-wise:
- The small parcel bags are made from 65% recycled material, and are 100% recyclable and biodegradable.
- The medium to large parcel outer boxes are made from 100% recycled cardboard, and are 100% recyclable. Even the bubble wrap is recycled and recyclable.
- And the makeup pallets themselves are made from recyclable card. And the clickable eyeshadows are made from recycled PET plastic, which also makes them fully recyclable,
And you can find out more about Barry M’s recycling principles here.
Barry M Hero Product
Barry M’s Velvet Matte Lip Paint is a true favourite (and features on our best cruelty-free lipsticks page).
Coming in 6 different colourways, this all vegan, cruelty-free lipstick is incredible value that lasts for ages.
The shine-free formula looks great Particularly for £4.99
Barry M Product Range
- Nail lacquer, paint and nail care accessories
- Lip gloss, lip liner and lipstick
- Eyeliner and mascara
- Foundation
- Highlighter
- Bronzer and blusher
Barry M Ethical FAQs
Yes all Barry M makeup products are completely cruelty-free and free-from animal testing.
Barry M is certified cruelty-free by Naturewatch in the Compassionate Shopping Guide.
A cruelty-free shopping guide that has been in existence for over two decades.
Barry M is not certified vegan by any official society, but all its products are free-from animal by-products.
Barry M does not sell any products in China.
Whilst China’s animal testing laws have changed in recent times, selling certain products there still revokes a brand’s cruelty-free status.
Barry M products are primarily made in the UK.
However there are some products that have ‘made in China’ on the label. This doesn’t put them at risk of animal testing, but does mean the air miles – and potentially the brands ethics – take a hit.
Barry M is not paraben or sulfate-free.
A number of products contain synthetic preservatives like parabens and sulfates. So it is not a paraben-free brand.
Barry M is not a chemical-free brand.
There are multiple synthetic ingredients – like preservatives – used to increase the shelf-life of its products.
It looks like Barry M’s products are entirely gluten-free.
The Barry M products registered on Skin Safe are all gluten-free. However without an official accreditation or brand statement on the matter we have reached out for comment.
Barry M products are not generally designed for us on sensitive skin.
The makeup is not free-from chemicals or ingredients known to cause skin issues for those with sensitive skin, so it is probably best to avoid.
Barry M is not organic.
It contains a number of synthetic preservatives and non-natural ingredients.
Yes Barry M’s packaging is – almost – all completely recycled and recyclable.
The small parcel bags are made from 65% recycled material, and are 100% recyclable and biodegradable.
The medium to large parcel outer boxes are made from 100% recycled cardboard, and are 100% recyclable. Even the bubble wrap is recycled and recyclable.
And the makeup pallets themselves are made from recyclable card. And the Clickable Eyeshadows are made from recycled PET plastic, which also makes them fully recyclable,
