Is Machete ethical?
RecommendedYes — Machete scores 87/100 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 3 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | FSC Certified, PETA Approved, Cruelty-Free |
Scored with our public methodology.
Machete at a glance
Machete offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Jewelry & Accessories, with an average ethics score of 87/10 and recurring certifications including FSC Certified, PETA Approved, Cruelty-Free.
Is Machete ethical and cruelty-free? Read the verdict
Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across Machete's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare100/10
- Environment90/10
- Sourcing85/10
- Transparency85/10
- Labor82/10
Categories covered
Where Machete shows up across our directory.
- Jewelry & Accessories1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Machete's products.
- ✓Incredible durability for thick hair
- ✓Non-petroleum based material
- ✓Beautiful aesthetic
Sustainability commitments
"FSC-certified sourcing for wood pulp. Small-batch production to reduce waste."
Products from Machete
The viral Amazon favorite, these eco-acetate hair claws are hypoallergenic and significantly more durable than plastic alternatives.
Common questions about Machete
Is Machete cruelty-free?+
Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of Machete's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.
How does Machete score overall?+
Machete averages 87/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns Machete?+
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 Machete?+
Our alternatives page ranks comparable products by ethics score with a side-by-side difference table, so you can see exactly which pillar improves.