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Rimmel

Is Rimmel an ethical brand?

The Good Shopping Guide gives Rimmel a low ethical rating. Rimmel is owned by the Coty Inc./JAB Holding Company. Sadly, as evidenced by its poor Good Shopping Guide ethical rating in our Ethical Makeup Ratings Table, this brand currently does not uphold our essential requirements. This brand needs to make a number of adjustments in order to be eligible for our Ethical Accreditation.

In what areas does Rimmel perform poorly? 

For those who are extremely concerned about animal testing, Rimmel has a low ranking in our research on Animal Welfare. The parent company, Coty, confirms that it allows its products to be tested on animals when required by law.

In what areas does Rimmel perform well?

Rimmel receives a middle rating for Vegetarian/Vegan Verified, as although its products are not certified, it does have some items it claims are vegan friendly.

How can Rimmel improve its ethical rating?

The score for Rimmel by The Good Shopping Guide is determined by 15 ethical standards. Rimmel (and its parent companies) needs to account for and resolve a number of ethical challenges, including its involvement in some horrific Human Rights abuses.

Ethical performance in category

0

GSG score

34
75

GSG category benchmark

100

Ethical Rating

Environment

  • Environmental Report

    Good

  • Genetic Modification

    Poor

  • Organic

    Poor

  • Nuclear Power

    Good

  • Fossil Fuels

    Good

Animal

  • Animal Welfare

    Poor

  • Vegetarian/Vegan Verified

    Acceptable

People

  • Armaments

    Good

  • Irresponsible Marketing

    Good

  • Political Donations

    Poor

Other

  • Ethical Accreditation

    Poor

  • Public Record Criticisms

    Poor

  • Public Record Criticisms+

    Poor

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