As an animal lover, I do care if the products I use were tested on animals or not. And if you don't care about that, you may care about all the harmful ingredients you're putting in/on your body every day. Many products are pumped with fillers that are dangerous to our health, not to mention gross with all the animal by-products. That definitely can’t be good for us now or in the long run! And if you don't care about that, then I'm sure you care about spending $$$ on items that don't even work!
Arbonne International has a real humane way of doing business...something I don't see from many companies, especially in this world where animals are looked at as profit.
Arbonne offers over 400 cruelty-free items (10 different lines of products) from nutrition to anti-aging to sun care and much more!!
There is something for everyone.
Joining Arbonne can also be a wise choice, whether you're a college student, a working woman, a businessman, a stay-at-home mom, etc...
If you're tired of working for someone else or being broke or working long hours or driving an annoying commute or hardly seeing your kids, then email me, and I'll show you how to make full-time money working part-time hours!!
MelissaNorbeck@gmail.com
There are so many ways you can benefit!!
Click on the link below to check out the companies that test on animals:
Sign these two petitions to help end animal testing:
http://www.change.org/petitions/stop-animal-testing-replace-animals-in-research-with-non-animal-alternative-methods
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/2/end-animal-suffering-now
*Melissa Norbeck
http://www.change.org/petitions/stop-animal-testing-replace-animals-in-research-with-non-animal-alternative-methods
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/2/end-animal-suffering-now
*Melissa Norbeck
Arbonne Independent Consultant
ID# 19276780
Animals have the right not to be tested on they shouldn't be forced and caged just so it could be safer for us. there should be no animal testing.
ReplyDeleteAlzahraa Hassona
DeleteTo me animal testing is not acceptable,it is not fair to use animals for testing some products or cosmetic products,animals have the right to live peacefully.
Okay, I just lost my mind and got very upset over the list of companies that do testing on animals. All I can say is EVERYONE please stop using the products they produce, sign the petitions. Laura E.
DeleteI sorry you feel that animal should not be forced in a caged, they should go around and walk like human being is walking around. animal don't know what's right and animal were not made to live like just human, can you image a snake, tiger, lion, bear, wolf running around while little kids are playing in the park. animal should not have right because they don't know right from wrong.
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Lisa Velez July 24, 2012 5:33 pm
ReplyDeleteAnimals should not be used for test subjects. Natural products are much safer for anyone. I think some people are just afraid of what they are not used to.
I do agree, we have the choice if we use natural products we are going to avoid harming ourselves and the animals too!
DeleteAlzahraa Hassona
It is true. I am also afraid sometimes to use new things, but if it is for the sake of the poor animals, I'll do what it takes.
DeleteClaudette D.
People should not use animals for any kind of testing. Animals should be treated good. People should like animals because they are very lovable. I think people should only use natural product.
ReplyDeleteAgreed!! Animals should not be used for testing for anything! They deserved to be loved. That is all they are looking for and in return they will give you unconditional love.
DeleteDevonna K
I agree with Hardeep and Devonna on the use of natural products. I know people hesitate to try new things and get caught up in name brands and especially get sucked into the huge advertising campaigns for the products. We can do it!
DeleteLaura E. for the above comment 6/24/14 5:34pm
DeleteIt's great that Arbonne uses all natural products, and doesnt test on animals. Because it's all natural, i think it's actually good for our skin, and not bad for it unlike the fake products.
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Lisa Velez
ReplyDeleteI'm so proud of you for independently started selling the products. Keep voicing your opinion.
I believe, we need to encourage people to buy more natural products and stay healthy.
DeleteAlzahraa Hassona
I agree with Lisa Velez from 2012 about being proud of you, Professor Norbeck. We live in a world where so many people say "do what I say not what I do". You are true to your beliefs on animal cruelty. Thanks for being a good example. Laura E.
DeleteI agree with Lisa Velez from 2012 about being proud of you, Professor Norbeck. We live in a world where so many people say "do what I say not what I do". You are true to your beliefs on animal cruelty. Thanks for being a good example. Laura E.
DeleteNow can make cosmetics without going through the animal testing! It's a good news! I thought there're no other ways to make a cosmetics with animal testing. I hope that people continue to research and develop like this good way, so make a beautiful world that animals and humans can live together happily.
ReplyDeleteSuhun
I was surprised by most of the companies on the list that Do test on animals. Thank you for making me aware of them. I think it's great the Arbonne is all natural, more companies should conduct business and their prodcut lines this way.
ReplyDeleteCynthia C
I agree with you that more companies should be all natural in their products. You would think that ultimately it would be cheaper to use natural ingredients than having to make/buy chemically engineered ingredients, but for some reason that's not completely accurate.
DeleteI cannot believe how many of the products that I use are on that list. I think it is great that Arbonne is not animal tested. I feel like if more people looked at their products and saw that they were tested on animals they might switch what they use. My thought is why use something bad for you when there are all natural products out there. I myself might change a few of mine.
ReplyDeleteMelissa F
Melissa F, I also was very surprised with how many of those products I use daily and support by purchasing. I think if which products tested animals was more public it would change people's position of the products they buy. I will now try to research better and may better choices for what I buy and support.
ReplyDeleteJoshua G.
This is great. It's nice to see that there is actually a list out there of which products are animal tested and which ones aren't. I wish I could say that I will only purchase items that have not been tested on animals from here on out, but I know that when I'm shopping I don't even think twice about it. It'd be nice if they would just stop testing on animals all together.
ReplyDeleteJessica Z.
I agree! I try to stay away from products that have been tested on animals as well. It's just not right.
Delete-Tiana R.
Reading the list of companies that use animal testing shocked me. I have many of these products in my own home, and had no idea that they used animal testing. I agree with the idea of giving praise to those companies who do not use animal testing. Getting there name and products out there, by simply notifying people about using the animal testing, would encourage me to stop buying from these companies.
ReplyDeleteBethany S.
I was shocked as well Bethany especially a few of them like Johnson and Johnson which promotes itself as a family company. I mean that's the go to products for new parents and here all along they've been testing on animals, I mean granted I want to know that something is safe before I use it on my baby, but there are new advances that give a better result without using animals!
DeleteAshley B
I cannot believe that most of these companies test on animals! I am so upset that I was not aware. In the future I will try to find alternatives and before buying a new product, I will try to see if it is tested on animals.
ReplyDeleteSame here, Cindy! There are so many alternatives that these companies could use and they just choose not to.
Delete-Tiana R.
I am shocked to learn about some of the products I have in my home and use on a daily bases. Education is certainly key in these types of situations. I will know have the knowledge to buy "smart".
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DeleteProducts being tested on animals are harmful to humans, whether we know it or not. Makeup being one of them for example. Harmful isn't the right word, but animal fats and the like are being put onto your face. I would like to find products that aren't tested on animals and contain all-natural ingredients. Not just for me, but for the animals as well.
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree that companies that do not test on animals should be rewarded. If that happened, and it went public, maybe some other companies would follow their example. It's surprising how many companies test on animals. There should be something done to stop that.
ReplyDeleteChristina M.
Very good point. There should be an award for comapnies that do not test on animals. Misty F.
DeleteYes, but I don't think that companies should be rewarded for not testing their products on animals; because they should already know that it's wrong to begin with.
Delete-Tiana R.
This is the reason why I dont wear any make up at all. This is just surprising how many companies use animals.
ReplyDeleteMisty F.
And they just continue to do so with no problem.
Delete-Tiana R.
I do not wear make up therefore I am saving part of animal cruelty...BUt companies need to avoid testing on animals..rose golda
ReplyDeleteI can't believe that there are that many companies that test on animals. Its good to know which one's do so I can avoid using them.
ReplyDeleteCompanies should not use animals for testing, it is inhumane. I couldnt beleive the products on this list.
ReplyDeleteAmanda S.
I used to use Avon make up, because it was claimed to be not tested on animals, but now they are back on the PETA site for testing so I stopped buying it. I dont see why so many companies test on animals the results are only 5% to 25% accurate to human response.
ReplyDeleteMelissa Lawlor
I agree with you Melissa. Why test cosmetics on animals at all? What is the sense? All it does is harm the poor innocent little creatures.
DeleteIt good that this information is available. I think if we all share the links more people would think twice before making purchases.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely agree! I honestly believe if people were properly informed on what animal testing entails they would be a lot less likely to purchase from companies that test on animals. It's a matter of getting people informed. -Richelle L SCC
DeleteI am definitely going to share my new knowledge about all these products and the unnecessary testing involved for vanity reasons among humans.
DeleteDiondra, although there aren't enough companies that don't test, there are quite a few, and Arbonne is one of them.
ReplyDeleteAnd for those who don't wear make-up, unfortunately it isn't just make-up that's tested by these companies, it is all kinds of products, such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, lotions, perfume, etc...
I think if more companies know that the consumer isn't happy with testing, then more companies will stop the testing. Show your disapproval by not giving your hard earned money to these greedy heartless companies.
The list of companies that DO NOT test on animals is growing. There are plenty of companies on that list that we can buy from. Let the companies that DO test on animals know, the internet is a wonderful thing....drop them a note and tell them you are only buying from the companies on the list that DO NOT test on animals You may never get an answer from them but they will "hear" you.
DeleteWow! I did not realize how many companies do their product testing on animals. Reading the list of companies that do testing on animals was an eye opener and makes me not want to buy their products. Also, after reading the list I realized that many of the well known companies test their products on helpless animals. Cosmetic companies should not be allowed to test their products on helpless animals but should have to test them through computer simulations or on fake human skin!
ReplyDelete-Danielle G.
Danielle, Check out the long list of companies that DO NOT test on animals. You will recognize some of them! Look at that list and start buying products only from that list and share the word. Simple things like this can make a big difference. If you tell enough people, the profits from the companies that DO test on animals will decline, and then maybe they will want to change.
DeleteI am an animal lover and they cannot speak so we have to speak for them. I hate what they do with monkeys and rats in the labs. This has to end. Please research your products and make sure they do not test on animals before buying their products. I check the labels, I research, I try to buy and use products that are animal test free. I don't wear much makeup but I know they put a lot of bad junk in them. M. Brooks-Curry SCC
ReplyDeleteWow! It's shocking to see how many companies test on animals! I'm surprised by how many brands I use on a daily basis test on animals, it's disheartening. I'm absolutely going to look into some alternative products. Richelle L-SCC
ReplyDeleteI too was surprised. I was also surprised to learn of the long list of products that DO NOT test on animals. I recognized a lot of the names and I can now be more aware as to the products I purchase. I love Arbonne products but usually only see them at vender events. I am happy to have someone I know selling them and will definitely check out the website. Desiree S.
DeleteSee reply above, just figured out how to add my name.
DeleteI love that Arbonne uses all natural products, and does not test animals. It really makes me said that half of the products in my house are animal tested. It made me shake my head when I saw Christina Aguilera perfume was tested on animals.
ReplyDeleteSamantha G- SCC
I was shocked when I saw the perfume is tested on animals! I did not know that perfume could even be tested effectively in that way.
DeleteThat is awesome that Arbonne does not test their products on animals. The amount of products that are tested on animals is just crazy!!
DeleteDevonna K
It was shocking to see just how many companies perform animal testing for their products. I know that several on the list sell their products as "all natural," and I just assumed that since they used natural ingredients they cared enough to go the extra mile for their customers. Wow, I never stopped to think how they tested their products. This was a major eye opener for me. Valentina P.
ReplyDeletejust so many people out their harm others (animals) to get what they want its just so wrong. don't they ever feel guilty. i understand if you are testing for medical reasons like the flu or such but some of them are just so wrong.
ReplyDeletei agree that those that are doing the right thing be be rewarded. this will encourage them to do what they are doing and even more. if a company like arbonne is doing the right thing, then other companies can do the same thing as well. in my opinion, products from companies that use cruel animal testing should be banned from the market. thid might enable us to put an end to this horrible way of testing products.
ReplyDeleteCompanies that are not testing their products on animals should be rewarded. With all of the technology that we have today I find it unnecessary for products to be tested on animals. It's great that arbonne does not test their products on animals and that their products are not filled with animal by-products. Gabrielle P
ReplyDeleteThe companies that are not using animal testing should be acknowledged. If they have other alternatives Im sure other companies do to.
ReplyDeleteAshanti F scc
Everything is backwards. They send people to jail or putting their dogs in fights for money and for people not taking proper care of their animals and what not, however its ok to use them for testing cosmetic prodcuts? Where does that make sense, that act is just as cruel as anything else. Animals werent put on earth for torture etc they have a purpose just anything else.
ReplyDeleteSCC
I believe just like the initiative a few years back abut going green, companies that we making a conscious effort to control or limit animals testing should be rewarded and acknowledged and show how they were able to maintain an standard without compromise
ReplyDeleteI cannot believe it, there were 14 pages of companies which I'm sure is not a complete list, think of how many animals were/are used for each company.
ReplyDeleteI still can't believe that we allow hormones given to our animals like cows, so it's in our meat and milk, then wonder why the little girls are going through puberty at younger ages like 7 years old!!
It really is a hundred little decisions that you have to think about every time you buy anything at all. I have for some time now adjusted the amount of milk that I let my children have (because of the hormones), and now they are open to the idea of alternatives instead. The whole entire system needs to be redone, it is just not right. -lmcconnell 6/26
ReplyDeleteIt is so refreshing when people have the same views on animal testing as you do. These innocent animals are getting put through horrible things just so a human can try to look good.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth W.
I think this is a great program, We need more companies like this.
ReplyDeleteKamisha Martins
I didnt know that so many companies still test their products on animals. It is such a shame to submit these animals to such abuse!
ReplyDeleteBetsy B
I had no idea they still test animals. This really makes me sick to my stomach.
ReplyDeleteI have heard about products tested on animals. All that time I thought they were make-up stories. It is until now that I believe it. So this is real?
ReplyDeleteI honestly thought testing on animals was no longer allowed.
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ReplyDeleteAnimals have the right not to be tested, They also shouldn't be forced and caged to do such a thing. I thought testing on animals weren't no longer allowed I had no idea they did it. Tanaya M.
ReplyDeleteAnimals deserve the right. But we need more people to stand up for their rights since they don't have a voice.
DeleteI agree, animal testing is wrong for the sake of beauty products. There are alternatives to using an animal and there is not beauty product worth harming an animal. Animal cruelty laws protect animals from being abused by private individuals, yet sadly there are not as many laws being utilized to protect animals from big business caging and forcing perfumes and creams onto these poor animals.
ReplyDelete-Delia W
I think the amount and different of beauty products we have to choose from is ridiculous! Why do we need more and why do animals have to suffer for our greed and vanity? The animals being used are not even the consumers needing(?) these products.
DeleteI signed both petitions and commented on one. My comment read: If you wouldn't want to be tested on then why do it to animals that can't voice their opinion to you.
ReplyDeleteTesting on animals is just wrong. I never really thought where some of the products I use are from or if they have been tested on animals. Guess I know what I'll be doing tomorrow.
I read that the US is one of few developed countries that still allow animal testing, many other countries in Europe and India are no longer allowing any companies that test on animals to sell their products in their country. I found this information very disturbing.
ReplyDeleteI stated in a previous post about makeup that as long as it is not harmful or painful that animals are the closest species to humans. It is another fact all together to purposely make animals sick by testing on them. Animals do react differently to medicines then humans would and some which would makes testing on animals pointless.
ReplyDeleteBrenda L.
Its crazy how a lot of products that are on the list are products I use. A lot of companies test their products on animals. I dont think its right but I wouldn't want them testing on people either. I feel that the companies should find a different way to test their products.
ReplyDeleteI had no idea that all the products listed are tested on animals. Some of the products do not even seem appropriate to test on animals. I use many of the products on the list. There should be other ways of testing products other than on animals. I have mixed emotions about my current hygiene products. I know that some drug companies administer drug trials with humans. But at least humans have a chance to accept and be educated on what can occur. These poor animals do not have a say at all. Sad.
ReplyDeletePaula C October 18, 2013 at 3:18 PM
ReplyDeleteI never knew all the cruel research that was done on these animals all for a profit. After doing more research on this, I found that their are plenty of alternatives that these companies can use instead of using animals. I don't know how these people can sleep at night knowing that they purposely hurt an animal.
The fact that animal testing in Europe has been reduced or banned and that it continues here in America is really an outrage. I feel that if more people knew about the products that were tested on animals they would not spend their money on cruel products. It is wonderful that this site is helping to educate people so they can make informed choices.
ReplyDeleteMost of these products I see and use daily. I had no idea that these products get tested on animals. I know its another way to test these products. It's bad when they test a product on a animal and it gets harmed. The only thing with that is how would you know if it will hurt them or not before hand. Testing on animals need to stop.
ReplyDeleteTesting on animals needs to stop, and it is truly mind blowing how many different products people do test on innocent animals not knowing the outcome of what could happen. People really should be smart and start using products not used on animals and less that are so hopefully one day companies will get the hint and stop this. Animal testing is cruelty.
ReplyDeleteAnimal testing would not be necessary if more product were made with natural ingredients instead of harmful questionable chemicals. I use many natural products that do not test on animals such as arbonne. I agree company's that are safe and natural should get an award. Everyone should use natural products or companies that do not test on animals.
ReplyDeleteDirect marketing of products not tested on animals is a very direct way of fighting the excuse of convenience. Those that do such horrendous things to their fellow mammals do not deserve our funding.
ReplyDeleteI am in complete agreement after the research i did for the essay in your class on this subject! It is such a appalling way to conduct studies. No animal should be tested in the advanced medical and scientific society we have today where a baby can be created in a test tube but beauty products for humans are tested on animals. Stricter laws need to be put in place to at least provide structure to the researchers and take away their freedoms which so obviously have been abused.
ReplyDeleteI don't believe animals should be put to torturous methods of testing for product safety. For the safety of whom? Certainly not of the animals. Who is to say which animals have more or better rights? With all of today's technology, it is pure laziness for scientific ways of testing necessary products not to be utilized instead of using innocent creatures. This practice is unethical because it is declaring animals to have less rights to roam the earth free from intentional harm.
ReplyDeleteAs looked on the PETA website, I found that there was a huge number of companies that are on the do no test list compared to the do not list. The do not testing list is capable of selling their products for much cheaper, and that benefits the consumer. So I do agree that it is definitely time to reward those companies who are setting the standard for future products.
ReplyDeletePeople should not use animals to test them because they have families as well. As far as the list I like that there're more on the not to do list. Patience is the key and over time things will get better.
ReplyDelete-Vadil L.
I always love from the dancing elephants to t popcorn but it never crossed my mind how harsh the animals are treated! They e whipped and caged up all the its a shame. There should be laws to protect these lovely animals. I remember asking a trainer how do they get the animals to work so long and follow instructions but not once did he mention that they were beat. This is pure animal abuse and it needs to be stopped!!
ReplyDeleteI was happy to see when I went on PETAS website that there are not as many companies on the do test list that I though there was going to be. There are many more companies on the do not test list, and they are companies that I know of and for future reference will be buying from since they are a more humane and friendly company.
ReplyDeleteAnimal testing on cosmetics and household products are for the profit of someone. With that being said, I believe it is wrong and unjust. I was surprised to see the long list of companies that have chosen to perform animal testing on their products. It is also appalling to know that companies may attempt to mislead their consumers by not clarifying their testing policies. Shame on them!
ReplyDeleteAnimal testing is used as much as it used to be but it is still seems to be used. With the technology we have today we turned to better alternatives than using animals which I love but not all companies have switched over to other alternatives. I do not believe animals should be used for some testing such as cosmetics and household products. I am glad to see a lot more companies on the do not test list than the companies that do use animals!
ReplyDeleteI was surprised to see the list of products that use animal testing, because many are the leading names in stores and ones that I have used and still use to this date for things such as lotions, perfumes, toothpastes, and more. I was surprised that corporations such as Johnson&Johnson and Estee Lauder did animal testing. I thought that since they are so big they would be more regulated by the FDA, but that's sad to hear. I don't think I'll stop using the products on this list, however, because they are so easily available and I like to get a good deal. But I do wish animal testing would stop, especially for cosmetics where it is not needed.
ReplyDeleteArbonne International has so many great options for 'clean living.' It's great to have a place where you can get basically anything you need to live. Nothing is tested on animals, and there's no animal by-products in anything. All the big companies that still test on animals are just providing a horrible example for other up and coming companies, basically saying that 'we do it, so you can too!' I hope that's not what happens in the future. We need more companies like Arbonne.
ReplyDeleteCory Mullica SCC
The list of companies that use animal testing is very large! Even noting that there may be more than that! But i will be signing as man petitions as i can to help try and end animal testing!
ReplyDeleteThere are many commonly used products on the list of brands which test their products on animals. Many of these products are ones which I use daily, but, had no idea that they were being tested on the animals. Before reading this I have never gave it much thought as to which products were being used in the testing of animals but this helped me to want to check into other products I use as well. These animals should not be used for testing these products because there are so many alternatives.
ReplyDeleteDana M.
This post was so informational and I am so excited to hear that there is a company out there that is honest about producing and distributing products that are cruelty-free! Seeing the list of companies that test their products on animals really opened my eyes to how many of those products I use everyday; and to be honest it made me so sad. I want to throw them all away and start from scratch. There are just so many alternatives to animal testing available today, so it is hard for me to understand why big companies are continuing to do it. What is worse? They are getting away with it!!
ReplyDeleteWhen taking a look at all the companies that do test on animals it was just so overwhelming to see. Mainly all the companies that test on animals are all products that I use. I know it would be hard not to use these companies for some of the products that we use in everyday life but it would be nice to know if they would be willing to not test on animals. It was nice to see that there are alternatives to buying products that do not test on animals. Arbonne has many great products that you can use for everyday life that are not tested on animals. I was very happy to see all these products that could be used. I will look forward to using these types of products in the future.
ReplyDeleteanimals don't deserve to be tested on. And its crazy how many people still use the products that are tested on animals knowing that all the animal by products in those items can be extremely harmful. I think there are safer ways to test products other than on animals.
ReplyDeleteI think this is awesome that this person created a line of products that were not tested on animals. Hopefully this will let people see that we do not need to test products on animals before using them on ourselves. Its wrong and unethical. I would be interested in these products and would share then with my friends and family.
ReplyDeleteJaleesa Colon, SCC
This blog was extremely informational. I can not believe some of the companies that use products tested on animals or products used with animal by-products that I use in my daily life. It really made me step back and pay more attention to my choices i'm making at the store. For me, being an animal lover, it is important that I use products that I know aren't being tested on animals. This definitely opened up my eyes.
ReplyDeleteMeghan Dineen
I don't believe ANY company should be rewarded for not using animals for testing. This is yet another way they get some kind of financial reward, for what they should be doing anyway. I believe any company that still uses animals should be find every day, to the point that they either quit using animals or they close their doors. Look, there has to be a STATEMENT made when it comes to this, and that is stop on your own or we will force you to stop. If you got to drive a wedge between them and there finances, well so be it.
ReplyDeleteGene H. SCC
I read both the lists of companies that do and do not test on animals and it
ReplyDeletereally hit home with what companies do test. The most common and accessible products made by Johnson&Johnson and even Estée Lauder and Avon. So many people use these products daily.
Pam F SCC
I think it is great that Arbonne International doesn't use animal testing. Not only are they animal conscious, they have great products! When reading through the list of companies that do use animal testing, it's unnerving to think of what they could need animals for. For instance, one of the products is Drano; I cannot think of any possible thing that could involve animals with this product. It is easy to see that a lot of the testing is not only unnecessary, but simply careless. It is very easy to exclude these products from my everyday life, however, I fear that there are many more that are unlisted slipping through the cracks. In order to completely abolish the use of animal testing, we must make every effort to make it illegal.
ReplyDelete-Caitlyn Perry SCC
Emmily H. I had never heard of this Arbonne company before and I think that it is great that they have all natural products. It is so hard to find all natural products that you do not have to pay an arm and a leg for. I also did not realize all of the toxins that the animals can put into these products.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the "bad" companies should be punished in some way. I also agree that animal testing is not necessary and should stop. There are so many alternatives and they should be used.
ReplyDeleteAlzahraa Hassona
ReplyDeleteI believe it is not fair to treat an animals in inhumanity way as if they were an objects.Abusing or killing animals are not accepted.
It's not fair or right to test products on animals. They have no say whether they want to participate or not. There are many other ways that companies could test their products. If they aren't willing to use humans then maybe the product shouldn't be used by humans. Why do animals have to suffer?
ReplyDeleteLauren G.
I am actually shocked that testing on animals is illegal. I don't understand why they would do this considering animals and humans are quite different. It is also pretty gross that makeup I may be using may have animal filler in it. Definitely need to start looking at ingredients!
ReplyDeleteCourtney R.
Can you even tell on the package if they test on animals? I am not even sure if it is a law to mark if it is tested on animals or not.
DeleteKelsey
Testing on animals shouldn't be an option ever. Why not test the products on humans willing to test it since the products are for humans? Those poor animals don't have a choice. It's scary to think that supposedly some products are too dangerous to test on humans.
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Brenda L.
ReplyDeleteI never understood why companies test on animals especially cosmetic companies. I never thought to myself while purchasing make-up "Im so glad they tested this mascara on a rat first now I know it's safe for me to buy!" I would think with all the research the companies do these days they could find other ways to make sure their products are safe for consumers..
I think that animal testing is gross. It doesn't make any sense to me to test something for humans on something that is non human. I am sure that for minimal cost they could find willing humans to test their products.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are completely different than humans, so to me it doesn't make sense why animals are being used in the first place. Not only is it cruel, but animals and humans have a different anatomy. There have been many problems with animal testing, and many situations where a product has affected a human differently than it affected an animal. It only makes sense that a human be used to test products made for humans. A product could work completely different on animal compared to a human.
ReplyDeleteIngrid S
ReplyDeleteI agree with most of you. I don't understand the logic of testing products on animals before we use them. How is a human and an animal similar, besides, both being mammals? I know many products that say tested on animals. I never thought twice about that until this blog.
I don't think it is smart at all to test things on animals. After all, animals and humans are different therefore it may have a different effect on animals than humans. Also testing certain things may have terrible consequences for the animals in the end.
ReplyDeleteIt dosen't bother me if we test things on animals. We already eat them and kill them for ourselves. What's the difference.
ReplyDeleteLakia A
There is NO reason for testing on animals. It isn't even accurate. Human's skin is different than animals. There are many other alternatives to testing on innocent animals. There is artificial skin that resembles human skin and reacts very similarly to real skin. Also, now a days people will do anything for money. Companies could pay people to try their products. It may cost a little extra but it will be worth not harming all those animals.
ReplyDeleteTaylor W
It is a shame to see how a bunch of big companies are still using animals to test their products. We need to choose which companies to buy our products from, to stop them from hurting our helpless animals.
ReplyDeleteClaudette D.
I think companies just use the fact their products have been tested as a way to market their products because they never provide the prove of their claim.
ReplyDeleteI don't think animal tests protects anyone due to the unreliability of their testing practices. Its really a shame to this big companies.
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Animal testing is not even accurate, 9 times out of 10 the product fails on humans!!! If they are testing on animals and they know it wont work on humans then why do they get away with it? This made me go through some of the things I use, and I am glad to report, the things I use everyday are NOT animal tested. I guess I got lucky, or just pick great products :)
ReplyDeleteChris K
I've never been an animal lover but it's cruel how these animals are treated. Yes, they aren't humans but they feel too. I'm definitely conscious about what I buy and check if it's animal tested. It's great that they're animal activists out there that can be a voice for them.
ReplyDeleteDelceta Speight
Animals should not be used for testing. People should use natural product. It is safer for us. All the animals want is love and affection. We need to encourage people to use more natural products.
ReplyDeleteMOrtiz
I just feel for those animals that are being tested, they are innocent and we should try to show proper respect and care for the animals when using them in research.
ReplyDeleteI forgot to include my name with the other comment. I just feel for those animals that are being tested, they are innocent and we should try to show them respect and care for the animals when using them for research.
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6. Animal testing should be stopped both for the safety of the animals and for the safety of us. Using natural products that do not need testing would benefit us by being chemical free and the animals because they would be free from harsh treatment and unnecessary testing.
ReplyDelete-Sarah Dickinson
I agree with you, Sarah. I think if companies starts making natural, chemical free products, all these testing on animals would not exist and we all would be free from harsh treatments as well. Fatmata K.
DeleteI find it ironic that if we tested animals for a cure for cancer and it worked everyone would be fine with testing on animals. This is how we established our society. I am not in favor of being cruel to animals but in some cases the tests they did on animals are how we are able to live longer. Animal testing has helped create drugs for HIV, Parkinsons, and heart disease. Again it might not be the best method but again the alternative is using humans.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I commend you by standing by your commitment and being a representative for a company that provides all natural products and is against cruelty to animals. What I find a little unnerving is that you are a representative of this company and using this forum as a way to promote your interest in the company. It just doesn't seem appropriate to me. Not trying to be disrespectful I it just how I feel.
ReplyDeleteAs I stated previously, I cannot believe how many of the products that I use are on this list. I think it is great that Arbonne is not animal tested. If more people like you and I looked at the products that we are buying and see that they were tested on animals we might switch what we use. We shouldn't being using something bad for us when there are plenty of all natural products out there. I am certainly changing a few of mine.
ReplyDeleteSavannah M.
I agree 110% with this. I don't care if a product was animal tested and in 30 years have never looked into a product prior to buying if it has or has not been. Actually I'd rather see the results when tested on humans. That's what I would care to see. If us humans want to use these products that bad we should be the ones that the testing is preformed on. Not a animal who could care less if it reverses its aging or wrinkles.
ReplyDeleteKristal J
I will have to remember this company, when purchasing gifts for my girlfriend in the future. We both love animals and believe that animal testing is important for the drug industry, but not at all necessary for cosmetics. I will research a local consultant, in order to purchase from a better company.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading many posts about animal cruelty, it is refreshing to hear there are companies out there promoting and practicing ethical techniques for animal testing. Regardless of position on animal testing, everyone has to agree this is definitely a huge step in the right direction! Thank you for posting this.
ReplyDeleteYes it is great to see companies doing the right. Hopefully in the near future we can end animal cruelty.
DeleteCouldn't have said it better, no matter how anyone feels the fact that people are willing to make/promote the ethical ways of animal testing is a great start to a hopefully expanding practice. Animal cruelty is terrible thing, and it's hard to see all of this harm being put on the animals and nothing be done to help them. We have to take our stand for them, they don't have a voice like we do.
DeleteGlad to see products i use on the daily basis on here, that do no test their products on animals. its such a relief. Kudos to these companies. Fatmata K.
ReplyDeleteIt makes no sense to me that people test products on animals. Why should they take the chance, when the products not even for them? If an individual truly needs a product, it should be tested on them. The problem is, that we have a bunch of stuff that we don't need. We want all of these things, and we don't even think about if its failed before, and what effects it has had on the animals used to test it. I think the websites with products not tested on animals is great. If more people knew about it, I think some bigger businesses may be put out of business.
ReplyDeleteThat is a great thing to know, that arbonne does not test there product on animals. Or 400 items is not used on animals. I use is, and I love it. I do not agree with using animals for testing products for humans. it just doesn't sit well with me. N. Palmer
ReplyDeleteAfter testing on animals for so many years, companies should have knowledge about what chemicals to use for the making of their products and what chemicals not to use. Therefore, it does not make sense as to why we continue to test on animals and torture them daily, when we could possibly know the outcome from past years. In contrast, I am happy that companies are becoming aware of animal rights and not testing on innocent animals.
ReplyDeleteBlair W.
I think that's a good idea to reward companies using alternative to animal testing etc. I think other companies will join the bandwagon and maybe it will stop the cruelty to helpless animals.
ReplyDeleteMy thought is why use something bad for you when there are all natural products out there. I myself might change a few of mine.
ReplyDeleteI applaud Arbonne because a lot of skin care product either use animals products or test their products on animals. If the government hasn't already, I think they should offer some incentive for using other healthier methods for their products. This way more companies won't see the need to use animals in the testing of their products
ReplyDeleteSharonna M.
I think this is great. I believe the problem is that most of the population isn't aware of this. if people knew that it was bad for them they you probably be more inclined to change products.
ReplyDeleteKH
This article is a great resource for companies that do not test on animals. I agree with you that there is no reason and it is outdated to be testing products on animals. I am glad to find out about Arbonne not testing on animals and it will make me consider looking into this brand of make-up, and finding out other brands that do not test on animals as well. There is no point in giving money to companies that are testing on animals because they will keep doing so, I'd rather give my money to those who care for our animals instead of harm them.
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I agree! It's terrible to use defenseless animals for testing they didn't sign up for! Not to mention these methods are cruel and inhumane. I agree with supporting companies that don't test their products on animals. This is a topic that the world needs to here more about.
ReplyDeleteJordanne Allen
A lot of skin care products either use animal products or test their products on animals. I am glad to know that Arbonne does not go to the extent to use animals for testing their products. The government needs to intervene and find alternatives for those companies that have chosen the sickening route of using and testing products on animals. And, offer some form of incentives to those companies that have chosen more appropriate, healthier testing methods for company products.
ReplyDeleteShayna H.
Its great to be informed on companies that do animals testing, and it seems like most do. It's nice to know that some companies, like Arbonne International don't test on animals and use all natural products. I think the key is right there if more companies used natural products they wouldn't need to test on innocent animals.
ReplyDeleteKristin J
This is quite informative. It is very good to have a list of companies involved in this atrocious behavior. I'll watch out for them next time I am shopping, and I'll sure pass this on to anyone that cares to listen.
ReplyDeleteAnimals should never have to endure such torture. I'm sure that those companies can find other solution in this modern century we live in, to test their products.
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ReplyDeleteThese poor animals should not be tested on. I have always loved animals and seeing them healthy and well. It saddens me to see so much being done to them but not to save them.
ReplyDeleteJesse H
I am so glad I have never liked fur.
ReplyDeleteNow I have a reason why I should never wear one. The cruelty is beyond me.
I definitely agree that In this day and age there should be other ways to test products effectively.
ReplyDeleteMonica P
Testing on animals just seems very old fashioned to me. Isn't technology advanced enough that it doesn't need to be tested on innocents that can't voice an opinion. I'm glad that i don't wear fur or use cosmetics and i will now check to see how things were tested.
ReplyDeleteSomer K
Animal testing is cruelty to animals. These defensive animals don't agree to be tested with chemicals. They really don't have a choice or a voice. Humans have to sign a waiver to get tested so why don't animals have a right?
ReplyDeleteI completely agree that we should reward the companies who care about the animals! There are too many greedy people who care about themselves and their money first. If we all tried our hardest to use items not tested on animals then the big companies would have to make a change. There are so many alternatives they are able to use and we should encourage them to do so.
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I agree that animals should not be used to test cosmetics and harmful chemicals. However, when it comes to medical testing, I feel like using rats/mice is safer than experimenting with humans. Think about if you had a family member with an illness and they wanted to try a brand new medicine that has never been tested before. I would feel better knowing a medication or treatment has been animal tested than no testing at all.
ReplyDeleteI do not believe animal testing is needed. Animal skin is similar but not identical to human, therefore just because an animal doesn't react to the product doesn't mean it will not when it comes to a human. If the effects could be harmful and doubtful of being beneficial to a human why try it on an animal.
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Wow, I did not realize how many companies still test on animals. With today's technology there are so many other ways to test products without harming any living thing. I will definitely pay attention to the products I buy because I don't want to benefit the cost of testing the animals.
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ReplyDeleteCompanies that use chemicals are required by the government agencies that oversee them to do certain tests on animals; NHI, FDA CDC etc. The products on the do not test lists don't have chemicals that require this testing.
It is unfortunate if an animal is harmed in this testing but it is for the purpose of assuring our safety. We can only hope as advances are made that this type of testing is eliminated.
After the research that I did on our last assignment I am very surprised that so many companies still test on animals. There are many better alternatives that do not harm helpless animals. Hopefully many of these companies will change their practices in the near future.
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree that the companies that do not test there products on animals should have more recognition. I feel like people do not realize how many companies do test their products on animals. I also an animal lover find this horrific what they do to these poor animals.
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It is a great thing that these companies do not test on animals. In this day and age we are able to determine or have some inkling on whether a chemical will be harmful to another living thing. Unfortunaltly there are some products that still have to be tested on living subjects and in those cases they are done on animals. It is a hard thing to say but it is better done on an animal to make sure it is safe for human usage. Though I would have these companies limit the usage of trial substances on each individual animal and to make sure that any "harmfull" side effects that do occur, the animal will be properly treated and returned to health. Corey M.
ReplyDeleteIt is 2015 and at this point animals should not be being tested on. I beleive that companies that do not test on animals should also be rewarded. It is crazy how when it comes to money, which is simply paper, people go crazy or get greedy and will do anything to get more money. Some people look at animals as straight profit, test products, and creatures without feelings or emotions. I could never use an animal as a test product. People do not realize at all what products they are putting in or on themselves. They just keep up with reviews, what people say about it, fashion, and their own thoughts. Most people do not even look at ingredients anymore.
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It is 2015 and at this point animals should not be being tested on. I beleive that companies that do not test on animals should also be rewarded. It is crazy how when it comes to money, which is simply paper, people go crazy or get greedy and will do anything to get more money. Some people look at animals as straight profit, test products, and creatures without feelings or emotions. I could never use an animal as a test product. People do not realize at all what products they are putting in or on themselves. They just keep up with reviews, what people say about it, fashion, and their own thoughts. Most people do not even look at ingredients anymore.
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I did not realize how many big name brand companies use animals for testing. But it is nice that they have sites to show which products do and do not test for animals for those concerned.
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ReplyDeleteI think it wrong to use animal for testing period. my feelings are that way cause how would we feel if we was used for different test. I know animals are used instead of humans but in my gut i still believe its wrong and its cruel punishment.
I think that if we gave more recognition to companies that dont test on animals more companies may be more likely to change the way they do things.
ReplyDeleteDelaiah C.
What an eye opener! I agree with so many of the commenters on this particular blog. It is 2015, is animal testing really still necessary? I think providing the information to your readers on the companies that still currently test on animals is a great idea. Nothing brings support to a cause better than providing facts and information, letting people read and see for themselves gives them a choice and that means everything.
ReplyDeleteI am amazed that so many companies are still testing on animals especially since they risk losing so much business. You would think that in this day and age there would be so many other options of testing besides animals. I definitely agree that those companies who are no longer testing on animals deserve the recognition for being cruelty free.
ReplyDeleteVicky M
I completely agree that these companies that do not test on animals should get more recognition. Now that i know the companies that do not test on animals, i will be using only those products. I wish people would see how cruel it is for people to test products on animals.
ReplyDeleteShelby A
It is a great thing to see that Arbonne has a humane way of doing business rather than inhumanely testing on animals. I am shocked to see how many places to this day still actually do their testing on animals. It actually has me thinking
ReplyDeleteIt is awesome knowing there are companies out there trying to do better and not just by thinking about the money made. The well being of animals is being put into consideration, which is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth M.
My sister in law sold Arbonne International and the products were not tested on animals and really good products. She went to school for Small Animal Science and she loved working for a company she knew did not test on animals.
ReplyDeleteOMG!!! I never gave thought to if the products I used in everyday life had been tested on animals or if they have animal by products. However, after reviewing the list of companies who test on animals, I can't honestly say I've been fighting for animal cruelty. As almost every product in my home is made from one or more of the companies listed. I'll have to revamp my shopping list.
ReplyDeleteJennifer W.
I fully intend on no longer using companies that test on animals, it's not right. Especially when there are plenty of criminals on death row that can deal with it! There is no need to put animals in harm's way.
ReplyDeleteA reward to companies that don't use animals for testing purposes is a great way to raise awareness on how advocates feel about this subject. One great product I personally use is LUSH which is 110% against animal testing for their products. Its really nice to go in this store and see so many people buying from there opposed to a company that uses defenseless animals for their own benefit of making money.
ReplyDeleteI don't necessarily agree with rewarding or punishing companies for "bad" practices or what you or I would think are bad practices but holding the government responsible for allowing certain things to take place.
ReplyDeleteWhen you talk about fillers in foods, the FDA is supposed to regulate that. If they aren't doing their job and we as the public continue to buy the products then we are all at fault. That also brings up another issue that if it is so important to us to live a certain way, we would all do our research and buy according to our moral standards. We are lucky to have the freedom to make those choices and to have the availability of products to make those choices.
Using animals of whatever kind to preform experimental drug lab tests for whatever need is very cruel in nature. Most if not all lab tests, have very adverse if not terminal side effects to this is animals. There has to be an alternative to this. Whatever Arbonne International is doing to implement their strategy not use live animals, should be adapted by different drug companies that still employ use of animals for testing purposes. I agree, companies like Arbonne International should be certainly in some way, recognized for their considerate measures.
ReplyDeleteI think it is ridiculous to use animals for testing purposes. Especially considering you can get a person who is willing to be the test subject for just about anything now a days. Use human volunteers to test products that you will be selling to humans. Putting an animal through testing doesnt tell you how a human will react.
ReplyDeleteI don't think the companies are to blame for using fillers and animal testing but that the government should be held fully responsible. These companies only get away with what is aloud. There should be laws against animal testing and fillers. If some companies can provide products humanly and successfully, then all companies should be made to do the same. Arbonne just goes to show that it is very possible.
ReplyDeleteKudos to Arbonne for developing products in a cruelty-free environment. This should be standard procedure for any company testing their products on animals.
ReplyDeleteAngela T.
As stated by some of my fellow bloggers, I agree with the thought that the government should be held to some standard of involvement. They are already involved in the regulation of guidelines and laws in nearly every other corner of our lives, so why not cruelty-free products? I think a standard should be created for said companies. On the other hand, I think it's a giant step for animal rights that a company like Arbonne has developed an entire line of cruelty-free products and working environment. I hope this will be a leading example for others!
ReplyDeleteMegan W.
I think it is apparent that testing on animals is wrong. It is unfair because animals do not have a voice, humans must be their voice. They feel just as much as us, or any other living and breathing being. So why do individuals put them through testing that could include pain and suffering? Are the products necessary? If you're testing for a product you would not trust to test on yourself, don't test it on an animal. It is cruel and unfair and I couldn't even imagine the cries and pain these poor animals have to go through. How any being could sit through that and be okay with what their doing makes my stomach turn.
ReplyDeleteI never knew that so many products that I have used where tested on animals. Im going to be honest and say that I will probably use a product in the future that was tested on animals but not because I think its a really good product or I agree with animal testing but from pure ignorance of not being fully aware and reading labels. I agree that it should be on the government to regulate companies that participate in animal testing. And I think companies who don't participate in animal testing should be something other companies can learn a lot from. Each can make large sums of money with or without animal testing so why put animals through that if they profit w/o the product being made without animal cruelty.
ReplyDeleteI think a standard should be created for said companies. I think it's a giant step for animal rights that a company like Arbonne has developed an entire line of cruelty-free products and working environment. I hope this will be a leading example for others!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't even begin to look through all of the pages. There are so many products! Holy cow...some of the things have even surprised me. There's got to be different ways of testing things than using animals, especially for some of these products!
ReplyDeleteI don't think using animal for testing is the issues and let's not forget how many lives has been save because of animal testing. i think the focus should go on methods that the scientist use to test those animal is a little bit on the cruelty side. but if the scientist can find a better way to test those animal to find a better cue for save many human life then i say animal testing should go on.
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ReplyDelete“I think it's definitely time to start rewarding companies that are doing the right thing.”
I do not hear this plea often enough. Most of the time it is a call to punish wrongdoers. However, I must ask, what will the reward system be?
“Many products are pumped with fillers that are dangerous to our health.”
Some of the products companies use don’t even have to be tested on animals to know that they are bio-hazards.
Congratulations Arbonne International. They are a good business, working for a good cause!
I don’t like anything being treated inhumanely whether humans or animals so therefore this blog gives me hope. I think the way Arbonne International does business is great! It’s unbelievable that they offer over 400 cruelty free items for skin care, that’s phenomenal! I believe they set the precedent for companies to follow when it comes to human and animal safety. Arbonne is definitely a company I would support, because of their sensitivity to the issue of testing harmful products on animals.
ReplyDeleteKenyetta C.
Recently saw a friend of mine on facebook advertising Arbonne...did not know anything about them before, but this information makes me feel good. Glad to know there are some businesses out there that care to do things the right way. Really appreciate the link to the list of businesses that do not test on animals. Thanks!
ReplyDelete-Samuel W.
I honestly thought that there were no longer companies that tested on animals. I even thought that there were rules and regulations against it. That just goes to show how naïve and un-educated the world is. It should definitely be brought under control. I like what Arbonne is all about.
ReplyDelete- Chelsi S.
I knew that many companies advertised that they no longer tested animals, but I didn't realize how may products are really out there that were not tested on animals! After seeing the kinds of abuse that animals endure throughout testing, I really wish companies would wake up and see that is not the way to make money! if everyone saw what happens in labs, I bet they would change the products they use. Arbonne is definitely something to share!
ReplyDeleteJ.McCardle
I have seen several products with a little label that said that the product was not tested on animals. I always thought that was great because I love animals. I think that it is terrible to take an animal out of its natural habit to put it in lab to test on it. Companies that still test on animals need to realize that. More people should know what Arbonne is all about.
ReplyDeletewhen you thing of major animal cruelty you think of china, and Mexico, But it here in our homes too I just went through a whole list of everyday items that are in my house and a lot of them involved animal testing. I hard to think of all the-the pain that an animal had to go through for the making of your favorite vanilla scented lotion.
ReplyDeleteEsraa A.
I for one agree with Mrs. Norbeck's statement that animal testing is so out of date so why continue. Well for most they are stuck on the old rule if it isn't broke don't fix it, well this logic is broke. I look at it like this we are human and have different types of skin and skin conditions, animals although mammals and are warm blooded are covered in fur and what not. How could testing my make up on them advise you how soft and luxurious my skin will be, my face isn't covered with hair. That animal doesn't have excema like me so how exactly does the company know it will work for me. Just because it didn't break "thumper" out doesn't mean I'll have the same outcome. With all the new technology and what not this practice should actually be made illegal now.
ReplyDeleteI have no idea why animal testing is still being used as a reliable method of research, especially when there are dozens of other more effective tests that can be used (which are also cheaper than using poor animals). I also think more people should understand that just because it didn't kill an animal, doesn't mean it won't kill you! How can you truly know what a product does to a human if it wasn't tested on human cells!?
ReplyDeleteJordanne A.
It is shocking to see how these animals are treated. It's like we know animals are treated bad, but when you start to see images, and videos the reality sinks in. I won't be attending any shows anytime soon. I best way to have a strong voice is to simply not attend events, and try to help other people see it your way. The less people that attend the less money they make, and maybe that will have some impact on how they treat their animals.
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This is a very good point you bring up. These companies that go out of their way to make and test products without animal abuse or cruelty should be rewarded. They are doing a great thing and should be noticed for it. Next time i think about purchasing new products, i will definitely keep this in mind and try to make sure I buy products that don't use animal testing. Brandon S.
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