Clinique

Is Clinique an ethical brand?

The Good Shopping Guide gives Clinique, a subsidiary of Estée Lauder Companies Inc., a poor ethical rating. Sadly, as evidenced by its subpar Good Shopping Guide ethical rating in our Ethical Makeup Ratings Table, this brand currently disregards our fundamental ethical principles. Several adjustments must be completed before Clinique is eligible for our Ethical Accreditation.

Clinique: A Brand Background

Can Great Skin Be Created? was an article by Carol Phillips, a beauty editor, and Norman Orentreich. The article appeared in American Vogue in 1967. Estée Lauder’s daughter-in-law, Evelyn Lauder, read the article and in April 1968, Clinique made its debut as the first dermatologist-driven, allergy-tested range in the world in New York, US.

Clinique has been firmly part of the Estée Lauder portfolio since its very beginnings. Find out more about this parent company and large corporation in this article.

In which categories does Clinique score poorly?

There are no certified vegan Clinique products. In this research category, Estée Lauder, the company’s parent company, has a low Good Shopping Guide score since it neither produces nor markets any vegan or vegetarian goods. Clinique cosmetics include ingredients like lanolin, a waxy substance produced by sheep.

Clinique’s parent business, Estée Lauder, is not cruelty-free, which means the brand receives a bottom rating for Animal Welfare. Estée Lauder states on its website that although it opposes animal testing, it allows its products to be sold in countries where animal testing is required by law.

In which categories does Clinique score well?

Estée Lauder’s latest Sustainability Report demonstrates some awareness of the company’s overall environmental impact and includes targets for reducing carbon emissions, water consumption and other metrics. Clinique therefore receives a top rating for Environmental Report.

How can Clinique improve its ethical rating?

Based on numerous ethical standards, The Good Shopping Guide calculates Clinique’s score. To attain a higher score, Clinique, as well as its parent company, must improve in numerous areas. This includes addressing its animal testing policies, lack of vegan products, and more.