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Is Missha ethical?

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84/100 EthiCompare ethics score · 1 scored product

Yes — Missha scores 84/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 3 of 4 ethics signals verified.

Evidence table for Missha
CheckStatusEvidence
Cruelty-freeverifiedAt least one product in our database carries a third-party cruelty-free certification.
Vegan optionsverifiedCertified vegan products appear in this brand's range.
Sells in mainland ChinaunverifiedWe have not confirmed this brand's mainland China distribution.
Third-party certifiedverifiedWe record 4 distinct certifications across this brand's products.
Certificationson fileCruelty-Free, Leaping Bunny, Vegan, EWG Verified

Scored with our public methodology.

Verified ethical brand

Missha at a glance

Missha offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Beauty & Personal Care, with an average ethics score of 84/10 and recurring certifications including Cruelty-Free, Leaping Bunny, Vegan.

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Missha

Our editorial read on Missha

Written from this brand's own listings, recorded certifications and ownership records in our database — never from generated or marketing copy. How we research brands

What our catalogue shows

We currently track 1 Missha product across Beauty & Personal Care. Each one is scored 0–100 on ethics using the certifications, ingredient and material disclosures, packaging claims and sourcing information attached to its listing.

Across the scored range, Missha averages 84/100, with individual products between 84 and 84. The average describes only the products we have scored — it is not a verdict on every product the company sells.

The highest-scoring Missha listing in our catalogue is Missha All Around Safe Block Sun Milk EX SPF50+ PA++++ - Fragrance-Free Sensitive Skin (3-Pack 70ml Each) at 84/100, shown in the range table below with the rest of the line-up.

Certifications on file

The following credentials appear on Missha's listings or brand profile in our database: Cruelty-Free, Leaping Bunny, Vegan, EWG Verified. A certification is recorded when it appears on a product listing or the brand's published materials; we do not independently audit certificate scope, so confirm current status in the scheme's own directory before relying on it.

For animal-testing claims specifically, Cruelty-Free is the relevant credential in our records. Coverage can vary by product line and region, so treat it as a strong signal rather than a blanket guarantee for everything Missha sells.

Standards & certifications

Verified credentials appearing across Missha's product range.

Cruelty-Free ×1Leaping Bunny ×1Vegan ×1EWG Verified ×1

Ethics breakdown

Average scores across our scoring pillars.

  • Animal Welfare95/10
  • Sourcing82/10
  • Transparency80/10
  • Environment75/10
  • Labor70/10

Categories covered

Where Missha shows up across our directory.

  • Beauty & Personal Care1

What reviewers highlight

Strengths mentioned most often across Missha's products.

  • ✓No white cast even on darker skin
  • ✓Fragrance-free and doesn't sting eyes
  • ✓Holds up well under sweat and water
  • ✓Lightweight, dries quickly

Sustainability commitments

"Missha headquarters in Seoul reduces global shipping emissions. Bottles are lightweight HDPE #2 recycled plastic. Outer box uses FSC-certified cardboard. Brand participates in South Korea's bottle deposit scheme."

All Missha products

1 of 1 product

Missha All Around Safe Block Sun Milk EX SPF50+ PA++++ - Fragrance-Free Sensitive Skin (3-Pack 70ml Each)
Cruelty-FreeLeaping BunnyVeganEWG Verified
4.6 (12,000)

A fragrance-free, dermatologist-tested Korean sunscreen with ultra-light milky texture, broad-spectrum SPF50+ PA++++ protection, and reef-safe mineral filters. Designed for sensitive skin and outdoor athletes, this multi-pack offers high re-purchase value and proven viral popularity among thru-hikers.

Missha reviews

4.6 (23,500)
weighted across 1 product — shopper ratings, not our ethics score

No EthiCompare member reviews yet — open any product to write the first one.

Common questions about Missha

Is Missha cruelty-free?+

Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of Missha's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.

How does Missha score overall?+

Missha averages 84/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.

Who owns Missha?+

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 Missha?+

Our alternatives page ranks comparable products by ethics score with a side-by-side difference table, so you can see exactly which pillar improves.