Comments on: Did China End Animal Testing?

By: Tashina Combs

Tashina Combs — Tue, 26 May 2020 00:57:56 +0000

In reply to Sandra. Hi Sandra, Unfortunately, that is not true. Animal testing is still required. This post was based on those rumors.

By: Sandra

Sandra — Sun, 24 May 2020 09:53:35 +0000

Hello,

Really useful post, thanks!!!

I’m reading that China has ended animal testing from 1st of January, is that true?

Thanks a lot

By: Tashina Combs

Tashina Combs — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 14:37:59 +0000

In reply to M B. A product can be made in China and be cruelty-free. The animal testing requirements only come into play if it's sold in physical stores there.

By: M B

M B — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 06:31:43 +0000

One thing I’m a bit confused about when it comes to China and beauty products – can a product be manufactured in China and be cruelty-free? If it’s only made there, not sold there, can the brand maintain its cruelty-free status?

By: Tashina Combs

Tashina Combs — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 23:05:55 +0000

In reply to Jessie. You are understanding correctly. There are changes being made that will allow for a reduction in animal testing, but at this time it's not elimination in any area like what's being reported by some outlets.

By: Jessie

Jessie — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 02:10:48 +0000

So, if I understand this correctly, there will be animal testing done on products, however it’ll lessen over time as the laws take into affect or changes *actually* happen (or may not, who knows?)?
I’m a bit skeptical in this because it makes me feel like China is just doing to please the people instead of thinking about the animals and what is the right way to safely–and effectively–test products.
Maybe that’s just me, but that’s how I feel about this whole situation. Hopefully, they’ll transition into CF. That’ll be nice, then I won’t feel guilty about buying a non-CF product. Ya know?

By: Lesley Goldberg

Lesley Goldberg — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 13:37:29 +0000

Thank you so much for this. I did have daydreams about being able to purchase some former favorites but it did seem too good to be true so I have been waiting for a good explanation. I can easily do without Lancôme, Chanel, Benefit, etc.