Unearth By Sandra

Follow me on IG @sandrallargaespada / @unearthbysandra In today’s episode, I will be covering animal testing in the cosmetics industry. With social media and influencers starting their own makeup brands, we’ve all seen a rise in the makeup and cosmetics culture. Unfortunately, behind many of those brands, there are animals who are being experimented on for the sake of, not only safety, but profit. Introduction (0:00) In today’s episode (1:13) Legislation and World News (3:15) What are cosmetics? (5:38) What cosmetic tests are performed on animals (7:00) Flawed labeling system (8:09) Brands to Avoid /Cruelty-free cosmetic products (9:45) Conclusion, cruelty-free testing exists (12:11) Resources Hawaii Bill 1088 to end cosmetic testing on animals - https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2021/bills/HB1088_SD2_.HTM Humane Society of the United States - https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/cosmetics-testing-faq Peta’s Cruelty-free resource page - https://crueltyf