Is Raw Elements ethical?
RecommendedYes — Raw Elements scores 95/100 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 5 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Leaping Bunny, 1% for the Planet, Non-GMO, EWG Verified, Reef Safe |
Scored with our public methodology.
Raw Elements at a glance
Raw Elements offers 2 products on EthiCompare across Health & Wellness, Beauty & Personal Care, with an average ethics score of 95/10 and recurring certifications including Leaping Bunny, 1% for the Planet, Non-GMO.
Is Raw Elements ethical and cruelty-free? Read the verdict
Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across Raw Elements's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare100/10
- Environment98.5/10
- Transparency95/10
- Sourcing94/10
- Labor91/10
Categories covered
Where Raw Elements shows up across our directory.
- Health & Wellness1
- Beauty & Personal Care1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Raw Elements's products.
- ✓Completely plastic-free packaging
- ✓Won't run or sting eyes during exercise
- ✓Extremely safe, food-grade ingredients
- ✓True zero-waste packaging
- ✓Safe for the most sensitive skin
- ✓Actually stays on in the water
Range at a glance
How consistent Raw Elements is across everything we have scored.
2
products scored
94–96
ethics score range
100%
carry a certification
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price tiers
| Product | Category | Price | Ethics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 | Health & Wellness | $$ | 96 |
| Natural Mineral SPF 30 & Tinted Complexion Duo | Beauty & Personal Care | $$ | 94 |
Sustainability commitments
"Zero-waste packaging in a reusable tin. Formula is entirely biodegradable and reef-safe."
"100% plastic-free packaging. Reef-safe certification ensures no harm to marine ecosystems."
Products from Raw Elements
A pioneer in reef-safe sun protection, Raw Elements offers a high-performance mineral sunscreen that is safe for all ages and the ocean's fragile ecosystems.
A heavy-duty, plastic-free sunscreen and complexion set that is reef-safe and widely recognized as the gold standard for eco-travelers.
Common questions about Raw Elements
Is Raw Elements cruelty-free?+
Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of Raw Elements's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.
How does Raw Elements score overall?+
Raw Elements averages 95/100 across the 2 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns Raw Elements?+
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 Raw Elements?+
Our alternatives page ranks comparable products by ethics score with a side-by-side difference table, so you can see exactly which pillar improves.