Is Haeckels ethical?
RecommendedYes — Haeckels scores 96/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 3 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 | verified | Certified vegan products appear in this brand's range. |
| Sells in mainland China | unverified | We have not confirmed this brand's mainland China distribution. |
| Third-party certified | verified | We record 4 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Hand-Harvested, 1% for the Planet |
Scored with our public methodology.
Haeckels at a glance
Haeckels offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Beauty & Personal Care, with an average ethics score of 96/10 and recurring certifications including Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Hand-Harvested.
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Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across Haeckels's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare100/10
- Sourcing98/10
- Transparency98/10
- Environment97/10
- Labor95/10
Categories covered
Where Haeckels shows up across our directory.
- Beauty & Personal Care1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Haeckels's products.
- ✓Most authentic sea scent on the market
- ✓Beautiful, sustainable storytelling and packaging
- ✓Alcohol-free, so it doesn't dry the skin
Sustainability commitments
"Fully compostable packaging made from mushroom mycelium is often used for their products. Seaweed is sustainably harvested under license."
Products from Haeckels
A sophisticated, scent-based tribute to the British coastline. Hand-harvested seaweed and local botanicals create a unique fragrance for those who dislike synthetic perfumes.
Common questions about Haeckels
Is Haeckels cruelty-free?+
Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of Haeckels's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.
How does Haeckels score overall?+
Haeckels averages 96/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns Haeckels?+
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 Haeckels?+
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