cruelty-free
adjective
cru·el·ty-free
ˈkrü(-ə)l-tē-ˈfrē 
: developed or produced without inhumane testing on animals
cruelty-free cosmetics
Examples of cruelty-free in a Sentence
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For more than two decades, the award-winning brand has stayed true to its mission, delivering pro-level formulas (that have been cruelty-free since day one) anyone and everyone who has a love for makeup could afford.
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Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
Knowing their calves are being raised cruelty-free for rose veal, instead of the pale-white industrial stuff, gives her peace of mind.
—Keith Pandolfi, Saveur, 15 May 2024
But one of the latest breakthroughs in sustainable, cruelty-free food comes from yet another kingdom of life: fungi.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 14 May 2024
In true Stella McCartney environmentally-friendly fashion, all pieces of the collection were meticulously handmade using innovative sustainable and cruelty-free alternatives.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 6 May 2024
She’s teamed up with cruelty-free cosmetics brand e.l.f.
—Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024
Along with being vegan and cruelty-free, the oil is non-greasy and absorbs easily into the skin.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 17 Apr. 2024
Each are packed with cruelty-free ingredients that aim to brighten and promote even, balanced skin.
—Jacqueline Laurean Yates, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2024
This is a great option for those with combination sensitive skin looking for a slightly more premium choice, especially for those seeking an eco-conscious, vegan, and cruelty-free brand.
—Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 3 Apr. 2024
Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
Knowing their calves are being raised cruelty-free for rose veal, instead of the pale-white industrial stuff, gives her peace of mind.
—Keith Pandolfi, Saveur, 15 May 2024
But one of the latest breakthroughs in sustainable, cruelty-free food comes from yet another kingdom of life: fungi.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 14 May 2024
In true Stella McCartney environmentally-friendly fashion, all pieces of the collection were meticulously handmade using innovative sustainable and cruelty-free alternatives.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 6 May 2024
She’s teamed up with cruelty-free cosmetics brand e.l.f.
—Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024
Along with being vegan and cruelty-free, the oil is non-greasy and absorbs easily into the skin.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 17 Apr. 2024
Each are packed with cruelty-free ingredients that aim to brighten and promote even, balanced skin.
—Jacqueline Laurean Yates, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2024
This is a great option for those with combination sensitive skin looking for a slightly more premium choice, especially for those seeking an eco-conscious, vegan, and cruelty-free brand.
—Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 3 Apr. 2024
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