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NARS is, unfortunately, no longer cruelty-free. It now sells products in markets where animal testing can be mandated by law. And it is also neither vegan nor palm oil free.
Is NARS Cruelty-Free?
NARS is no longer cruelty-free.
NARS used to be a monthly staple for the cruelty-free shopper. That is until it decided to start selling in the Chinese market where animal testing on products or ingredients can be mandated by law.
NARS Ethical Overview
- No NARS isn’t cruelty-free
- Yes NARS sells products in China
- NARS is not vegan
- NARS is vegetarian, but they do use lanolin which may not be suitable for everyone
- NARS isn’t palm oil free
- NARS is owned by Shiseido
Is NARS sold in China?
Yes unfortunately NARS is now sold in China.
This unfortunately means its cruelty-free status has been revoked as the company could be complicit with pre or post-market animal testing.
Whilst we cannot now claim that countries involved in selling products in China can be cruelty-free, China’s animal testing policy is no longer as black and white is it seemed.
What is NARS’ Official Stance on Animal Testing?
“NARS does not test on animals nor do we ask others to test on our behalf, except where required by law.
NARS is actively working with industry and other partners to eliminate animal testing globally and is committed to the development and acceptance of alternative methods. We are equally dedicated to the health and safety of our consumers ensuring we meet the highest in quality standards.
We remain committed to bringing our vision of beauty and artistry to more fans around the globe, as part of our long-held commitment to empower women everywhere.”
Essentially NARS states that it doesn’t test on animals – unless it is required to by law. Backing this statement up with claims about minimising animal testing and prioritising alternatives to animal testing.
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FAQs
NARS is owned by Shiseido – a Japanese multinational personal care company, that is a producer of skin care, hair care, cosmetics and fragrances.
Shiseido also claim the brand doesn’t test products on animals – unless it is mandated by law.
No NARS isn’t certified cruelty-free by any organisations because it sells its products in China.
No NARS isn’t Leaping Bunny certified.
No NARS is not palm oil free.
Yes NARS is vegetarian.
However it does use lanolin in a number of its products and some vegetarians aren’t comfortable using products containing lanolin.
No NARS isn’t organic – and it doesn’t claim to be.
No NARS isn’t paraben-free .
NARS is not a vegan brand as its products contain multiple animal derivatives including lanolin and beeswax.
Even if it was a brand free-from animal-derived ingredients, because it sells products in China we could never consider NARS vegan.
