The Body Shop

Leaping Bunny · PETA · ££

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Cruelty-free, but its owner isn't.

Leaping Bunny and PETA certified cruelty-free. No longer fully vegan as of 2026 - the brand quietly dropped its 100% vegan claim after new ownership; check individual products.

Does The Body Shop test on animals?

Not itself, but its owner does. The Body Shop is listed as cruelty-free, but Aurea Group tests on animals or sells where the law requires it. Regions on its listing: Africa & The Middle East, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, Europe, South & Central America, USA & Canada.

Vegan: varies by product
Owner: Aurea Group
Price: ££

who owns who

The Body ShopOwner isn't

owned by

Aurea Group1 brand on here

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Vacationowner unknown · ££

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sources

Cruelty-free

Cruelty Free International: The Body Shop in its Approved Brands directory (Leaping Bunny) · PETA: lists The Body Shop as cruelty-free

Vegan

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Owner

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where to look in the UK

Search for The Body Shop at: Boots · Superdrug · Sephora UK

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