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Is Smashbox Cruelty-Free? The Latest Smashbox Animal Testing Policy Update!

Posted on Wednesday - April 5, 2017 by Tashina Combs & Last updated on Friday - July 6, 2018 14 Comments

Is Smashbox Cruelty-Free?

Is Smashbox cruelty-free? So many people have been asking this for years! I am so excited to share with you that Smashbox is cruelty-free!

Is Smashbox cruelty-free? Yes! Smashbox is cruelty-free!

In 2012, myself and many others in the cruelty-free community were heartbroken when Smashbox, a well-known cruelty-free brand, began to state that they were no longer cruelty-free and did test on animals when required by law. Since that time, one of the most common questions I would get from readers was, “Is Smashbox cruelty-free?” It’s been a few years and I have been talking to Smashbox behind closed doors for months now. Smashbox is cruelty-free! In this post, I share all the details so that you are caught up on the Smashbox cruelty-free status, and understand what’s gone on since 2012.

I am so excited to share some exciting news about Smashbox to share with you – Smashbox has now been added to the Cruelty-Free Brand List!

Is Smashbox cruelty-free? Yes! Smashbox is cruelty-free!

Smashbox is cruelty-free – there is no animal testing occurring anywhere. They are not selling in any markets that require animal testing and have updated the Smashbox cruelty-free policy to reflect this change.

In addition, Smashbox also wrote this statement for readers of Logical Harmony that I have permission to share here on Logical Harmony:

“Smashbox is cruelty-free and always has been. We are a PETA-certified, cruelty-free brand. We don’t test our products or ingredients on animals, and we don’t ask any other companies to test our products or ingredients on our behalf.

We require our suppliers to certify that the raw materials used in the manufacturing of our products are not tested on animals. We also don’t sell in China and never have.

Our previous FAQ statement might have led to some confusion, so we have updated it now to state clearly that we only test our products on human volunteers, not animals.

Additionally, we brought the PETA bunny back. Although nothing has changed and we stayed cruelty-free, we just weren’t using the bunny the way we had been a few years back. Smashbox began with a commitment to end animal testing, and that commitment remains today. Thank you for letting us clear this up!”

As of March 2018, the following statement appears on the Smashbox FAQ page:

Is Smashbox Cruelty-Free?

“Is Smashbox cruelty-free?

Yes! We live for lipstick and are serious about primers—but we also really care about animals. That’s why we are a cruelty-free makeup brand. We test our products on human volunteers, not animals.”

For those who are concerned, Smashbox is still owned by Esteé Lauder, which does test on animals. I believe that everyone should decide for themselves how they feel about parent companies. At the end of the day, I would rather people purchase from a cruelty-free brand with a parent company that is not cruelty-free than from a brand who tests on animals themselves. I encourage everyone who supports cruelty-free brands to let Smashbox and Estee Lauder know that being cruelty-free is important to you.

Does Smashbox have any vegan products? Yes! Smashbox does have vegan products.

Not only is Smashbox cruelty-free, but they do have vegan options. Check out the full list of Smashbox vegan products to see if your favorites are included!

Smashbox Vegan Products List

Does Smashbox use any ingredients that are tested on animals? No!

No. Smashbox does not use ingredients that are tested on animals. This is something that they have always been able to clearly communicate, and I appreciate that from them.

Does Smashbox test on animals when required by law? No!

Smashbox does not test on animals when required by law.

No. After talking to them extensively, I feel that I can confidently say that Smashbox does not test on animals when required by law. Nor do they pay for any required by law testing to occur on their products.

Does Smashbox sell in China? No!

Smashbox does not sell in China.

No. Smashbox does not sell in China.

Does Smashbox sell in any markets that require animal testing per local or regional laws? No!

No. Smashbox does not sell in any markets that require animal testing.


So, what’s the backstory here? Where did the confusion come from? Let’s dig into it!

Even before I was cruelty-free, Smashbox was one of my favorite brands. When I became cruelty-free, I was so excited that Smashbox was not just cruelty-free but also had vegan options. I went through a countless number of tubes of the Photo Finish Foundation Primer over the years and tried nearly every vegan option they offered.

After being purchased by Esteé Lauder, Smashbox began sharing the following animal testing policy – “Smashbox has a longstanding policy to not test on animals, nor ask others to test on our behalf, except when required by law.” This led them to be removed from the go-to lists of many cruelty-free consumers.

Back in 2012 and 2013, several readers had sent me photos of Smashbox displays that they said were taken in stores located in China. When I discussed this with Smashbox, they were surprised as they said that despite the “required by law” stance they had at the time, they were never actually sold in stores in China. After talking about this, what is most likely is that these photos were of in-store displays in Hong Kong. While it is a part of China, Hong Kong is allowed to have many of its own laws still and animal testing is not required there. I apologize for any confusion that I may have caused in sharing the information that I received. This was not my intent, and I truly appreciate Smashbox having an open discussion with me about this.

In the summer of 2016, Smashbox updated their FAQ page and completely removed any “required by law” statements from their animal testing policy. This was a huge positive change and it was very encouraging to see it happen. As of April 2017, the Smashbox FAQ page reads:

“We live for lipstick and are serious about primers—but we also really care about animals. That’s why we are cruelty-free. We test our products on human volunteers, not animals.”

I continued to reach out to Smashbox but had a hard time getting through to the correct people. This was concerning to me at the time and so Smashbox remained on the Brands to Avoid list until the fall of 2016. I was finally able to start talking to the right people at Smashbox to get to the bottom of things and am so thankful that I was able to connect with them. At this point, I moved Smashbox to the Grey Area list because they expressed a great interest in being known as a cruelty-free brand and talking about their animal testing status and policies.

It’s been a long road with Smashbox over the years, but they have been amazing to work with to add them to the Cruelty-Free Brand List here on Logical Harmony. It’s clear that Smashbox truly does care about their cruelty-free status, and I commend them for this. It’s always wonderful to add additional brands to the Cruelty-Free Brand List, and especially great when it’s one with such a huge cult following.

I am working on getting a list of the vegan options from Smashbox, so please sit tight and I will share that when I am able to. Smashbox has been amazing during this process. I really appreciate their understanding, communication, and how lovely they have been to work with. Please let them know that you appreciate them being cruelty-free!

Smashbox Vegan Products List

Last updated on Friday - July 6, 2018 Filed Under: Beauty & Cosmetics, Skincare

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  1. Nicole says

    Monday - June 12, 2017 at 4:00 am

    Does anyone have word on whether the Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation is vegan? It used to be a favourite so fingers crossed!

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  2. Rana says

    Wednesday - April 19, 2017 at 5:30 pm

    Great news!!

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  3. Erin says

    Sunday - April 9, 2017 at 8:25 pm

    This is so cool! I’ve always wanted to try Smashbox because I was curious about the brand, but I was under the impression that they tested on animals. So happy that’s no longer the case.

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  4. Cassidy Taylor-Memmory says

    Friday - April 7, 2017 at 3:49 am

    So happy about this! Yay!
    ps: so happy to have found your blog 🙂

    Reply
  5. Kali Collins says

    Thursday - April 6, 2017 at 9:05 am

    This is awesome news! Thank you so so much for your work with them.
    My sister finally decided to go cruelty free (after years of talking to her about it) and it’s so helpful for her to have more accessible brands that are cruelty free. I’m definitely planning to send them an email thanking them for going through the process with LH too–like you said on instagram, it’s important for brands and their parent companies to know that we respect their cruelty free stance and appreciate them specifically going through Logical Harmony.
    I know the parent company issue is a complicated one for many people, but I really appreciate that you keep us up to date on both. I’m excited to see the vegan product list from Smashbox!

    Reply
  6. Sissi says

    Thursday - April 6, 2017 at 6:19 am

    That’s great news! I wonder if it’s the same with Aveda?

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    • Tashina Combs says

      Thursday - April 6, 2017 at 7:39 am

      I’m in talks with them now and they have been moved to the grey area list, but I am not going to assume anything. A lot of EL brands do still test.

      Reply
  7. Barb says

    Thursday - April 6, 2017 at 5:55 am

    I still wouldn’t use their products since they are owned by Estee Lauder. Also, cruelty free is great but these companies need to stop using animal by-products in their cosmetics. There needs to be more vegan cosmetics. Nobody needs crushed beetles in their lipsticks and other disgusting items.

    Reply
    • Tashina Combs says

      Thursday - April 6, 2017 at 7:40 am

      I think it is good that Smashbox is putting together a list of their vegan products for those who want to know. These steps all add up. 🙂

      Reply
    • Nikki says

      Friday - April 21, 2017 at 2:54 pm

      Don’t forget the only way we can get these big names to start heading down that path is if we make it desireable (I.e only purchase products by them thatt are vegan, cruelty free) gotta send the message that– vegan, etc. is the future!)

      Reply
  8. Valerie Galzerano says

    Wednesday - April 5, 2017 at 12:48 pm

    ?????!

    Reply
    • Valerie Galzerano says

      Wednesday - April 5, 2017 at 12:50 pm

      haha! my comment above was emojis of clapping hands but it looks like it only came out as question marks! oh well.

      Reply
  9. Jen Mathews says

    Wednesday - April 5, 2017 at 12:31 pm

    This is amazing news – thanks for sharing!!

    Reply

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