Is Rare Beauty ethical?
RecommendedYes — Rare Beauty scores 88/100 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 3 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Vegan, Cruelty-Free, PETA Approved |
Scored with our public methodology.
Rare Beauty at a glance
Rare Beauty offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Beauty & Personal Care, with an average ethics score of 88/10 and recurring certifications including Vegan, Cruelty-Free, PETA Approved.
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Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across Rare Beauty's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare98/10
- Transparency92/10
- Labor90/10
- Sourcing85/10
- Environment82/10
Categories covered
Where Rare Beauty shows up across our directory.
- Beauty & Personal Care1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Rare Beauty's products.
- ✓Extensive shade range for all undertones
- ✓Supports mental health initiatives
- ✓Lightweight, breathable feel
Sustainability commitments
"FSC-certified outer packaging and a commitment to reducing virgin plastic use by 2025."
Products from Rare Beauty
A viral, highly-rated complexion product from Selena Gomez's Latina-owned brand, known for its inclusive shade range and mental health advocacy.
Common questions about Rare Beauty
Is Rare Beauty cruelty-free?+
Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of Rare Beauty's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.
How does Rare Beauty score overall?+
Rare Beauty averages 88/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns Rare Beauty?+
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 Rare Beauty?+
Our alternatives page ranks comparable products by ethics score with a side-by-side difference table, so you can see exactly which pillar improves.