Is Clearasil a good brand? Is Clearasil an ethical skincare brand?
The skincare brand, Clearasil has been independently researched by The Good Shopping Guide for our Ethical Skincare Ratings Table. Unfortunately, Clearasil has not received a high Good Shopping Guide score, due, in part, to the unethical business activity of its parent company, Reckitt Benckiser.
In which research categories does Clearasil score well?
Although the brand has some issues, Clearasil receives a top rating in the Environmental Report criterion. This is because its parent company, Reckitt Benckiser, has a detailed Sustainability Report with clear targets for the future, which reflects its commitment to environmental progress.
In which research categories does Clearasil score poorly?
Consumers may be interested to learn that Clearasil is neither vegan nor cruelty-free, therefore receiving a bottom rating in the Animal Welfare and Vegetarian/Vegan categories.
Additionally, Clearasil has attained a low score in the Public Record Criticisms criterion, due to the unethical activities Reckitt Benckiser is involved in. These controversial practices include unsustainable palm oil consumption and human rights abuses.
Ethical performance in category
GSG score
GSG category benchmark
Ethical Rating
Environment
-
Environmental Report
Good
-
Genetic Modification
Good
-
Organic
Poor
-
Nuclear Power
Good
-
Fossil Fuels
Good
Animal
-
Animal Welfare
Poor
-
Vegetarian/Vegan Verified
Poor
People
-
Armaments
Good
-
Irresponsible Marketing
Poor
-
Political Donations
Acceptable
Other
-
Ethical Accreditation
Poor
-
Public Record Criticisms
Poor
-
Public Record Criticisms+
Poor
= GSG Top Rating = GSG Middle Rating = GSG Bottom Rating