Is BAUM ethical?
RecommendedYes — BAUM scores 89/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 2 of 4 ethics signals verified.
| Check | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cruelty-free | verified | At least one product in our database carries a third-party cruelty-free certification. |
| Vegan options | unverified | We have not verified certified vegan formulations for this brand. |
| Sells in mainland China | unverified | We have not confirmed this brand's mainland China distribution. |
| Third-party certified | verified | We record 2 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | FSC Certified, Cruelty-Free |
Scored with our public methodology.
BAUM at a glance
BAUM offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Beauty & Personal Care, with an average ethics score of 89/10 and recurring certifications including FSC Certified, Cruelty-Free.
Is BAUM ethical and cruelty-free? Read the verdict
Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across BAUM's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Environment95/10
- Sourcing92/10
- Animal Welfare88/10
- Labor85/10
- Transparency85/10
Categories covered
Where BAUM shows up across our directory.
- Beauty & Personal Care1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across BAUM's products.
- ✓Beautiful upcycled wood aesthetic
- ✓Highly effective bi-phase hydration
- ✓Refillable system saves waste
Sustainability commitments
"Uses upcycled furniture wood for packaging; offers a robust refill program; partners with reforestation projects in Japan."
Products from BAUM
A luxurious, bi-phase forest-scented oil designed by Shiseido’s prestige eco-brand to provide deep hydration and environmental protection for minimalist travelers.
Common questions about BAUM
Is BAUM cruelty-free?+
Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of BAUM's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.
How does BAUM score overall?+
BAUM averages 89/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns BAUM?+
Parent-company ownership changes what your money supports. See our brand ownership map for the current group structure and any conflicting parent-company records.
What are the best alternatives to BAUM?+
Our alternatives page ranks comparable products by ethics score with a side-by-side difference table, so you can see exactly which pillar improves.