The Body Shop to become vegan after 30 years of cruelty-free campaigns

By Sarah Parsons | Published: 7-Jun-2021
Sustainability

The Natura & Co-owned British brand has removed mainly honey and beeswax from its formulations


After more than 30 years of campaigning against animal testing, The Body Shop has pledged to become The Vegan Society certified by 2023.

According to the British-founded company, 95% of vegans and vegetarians look for certification logos when they are purchasing from a brand for the first time.

The Natura & Co-owned brand has redeveloped

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