The Beauty Independent
4.6
"A standout for clean beauty enthusiasts – these pads remove polish without the headache-inducing fumes. Perfect for pregnancy."
MALIN+GOETZ Nail Polish Remover Pads – Vegan & Fragrance-Free (100-Pad Refill Pack) All brands
Is MALIN+GOETZ ethical?
Good with caveats78/100 EthiCompare ethics score · 1 scored product
Mostly — MALIN+GOETZ scores 78/100. It clears our bar on 3 of 4 ethics signals, with gaps worth checking before you buy.
| 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 3 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Leaping Bunny |
Scored with our public methodology.
Verified ethical brand
MALIN+GOETZ at a glance
MALIN+GOETZ offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Beauty & Personal Care, with an average ethics score of 78/10 and recurring certifications including Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Leaping Bunny.
Is MALIN+GOETZ ethical and cruelty-free? Read the verdict Ethics avg 78 1 product Price $$
Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across MALIN+GOETZ's product range.
Vegan ×1Cruelty-Free ×1Leaping Bunny ×1
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare95/10
- Transparency85/10
- Labor80/10
- Sourcing75/10
- Environment70/10
Categories covered
Where MALIN+GOETZ shows up across our directory.
- Beauty & Personal Care1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across MALIN+GOETZ's products.
- ✓No harsh acetone or fumes
- ✓Convenient pre-soaked pads, ideal for travel or small spaces
- ✓Conditioning formula leaves nails and cuticles healthy
- ✓Vegan and Leaping Bunny certified
Sustainability commitments
"Refill packaging uses minimal cardboard and foil; pads are individually wrapped but the bulk format reduces plastic overall. Recyclable box. Not yet FSC or plastic-free, but lower waste than liquid removers."
All MALIN+GOETZ products
1 of 1 product
Excellent
VeganCruelty-FreeLeaping Bunny
4.5 (3,420)
A vegan, cruelty-free, fragrance-free nail polish remover in a convenient 100-pad refill pack. Designed for sensitive skin and pregnancy-safe, these pads efficiently remove polish without acetone, making them ideal for renters in small apartments who value low-odor, space-saving solutions.
MALIN+GOETZ reviews
4.5 (6,840)
weighted across 1 product — shopper ratings, not our ethics scoreSmall Apartment Living Blog
4.3
"I keep a pack in my nightstand. No smell, no mess, and they take up zero space. Wish they came in a reusable tin, though."
MALIN+GOETZ Nail Polish Remover Pads – Vegan & Fragrance-Free (100-Pad Refill Pack)VegOut Magazine
4.8
"Finally, a nail polish remover that aligns with my vegan values. Effective and kind to my skin."
MALIN+GOETZ Nail Polish Remover Pads – Vegan & Fragrance-Free (100-Pad Refill Pack)No EthiCompare member reviews yet — open any product to write the first one.
Common questions about MALIN+GOETZ
Is MALIN+GOETZ cruelty-free?+
Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of MALIN+GOETZ's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.
How does MALIN+GOETZ score overall?+
MALIN+GOETZ averages 78/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns MALIN+GOETZ?+
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 MALIN+GOETZ?+
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