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Physicians Formula

Markwins International Corporation

our verdict

This brand is in a grey area for cruelty free. Many Ingredients used are questionable. zoobop suggests using verified clean, green, cruelty free alternatives which are good for you and the planet.

2.1

Poor

0 1 2 3 4 5

1.8

Very poor

Clean formula

1.9

Very poor

Green policy

2.9

Average

cruelty free

3.0

Fair

honest label

0 1 2 3 4 5

why this score ?

Physicians Formula is not clean.

1.8

Very poor

Criteria

synthetic free

naturally derived

organic certified

Ingredients used in products can be toxic to humans. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteriato understand why.

1.8

Very poor

Hazard index: according to global standards.

Please tap the ingredients to know more

7-10

potential human toxins.

3-6

moderate human toxins.

1-2

low or no human toxins

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

synthetic free

Some products contain Fragrance~, Colour~, Methyl Paraben, Ethyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben, Retinyl Palmitate, Octinoxate, Oxybenzone, Talc, B.H.T, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, S.L.E.S, P.T.F.E, Isoparaffin, Alcohol Denat, T.B.H.Q, P.G, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, EDTA

~can be natural/ synthetic derived

naturally derived

Some products contain Fragrance~, Colour~, Petrolatum, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, Paraffin Oil, Paraffinum Liquidum, Petrolatum Liquid, Petroleum Oil, White Mineral Oil And White Oil which are all mineral oils.">Mineral Oil, Palm Oil Derivatives*, Mica*, Shea Butter**, Paraffin
Brand has gluten free options.

~can be natural/ synthetic derived
*brand gives no information on sustainable/ ethical source
To know more about Mica and how it can be unethically sourced, watch this post, https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail.aspx?id=4

**we have asked for clarity on fair trade source

organic certified

Physicians Formula is not green.

1.9

Very poor

Criteria

earth safe

recycle material

Ingredients used in products are eco pollutants.Brand's recycling policies are poor and not green. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteriato understand why.

1.9

Very poor

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

earth safe

Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly. 
Some products contain P.E.Gs, B.H.T, S.L.E.S, P.T.F.E, Parabens, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, PVP, Zinc Oxide*, Titanium Dioxide*, Palm Oil Derivatives**, Acrylates Crosspolymer***, Talc*****

*unclear if this is non nano/ we have asked the brand for further information
**brand gives no information on sustainable source
To know more about Palm Oil & its impact on forests wildlife & the environment, check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail1.aspx

Petrolatum is bad for the planet & you, brands using this ingredient need to use a conscious alternate.
To understand why Petrolatum should be avoided as an ingredient check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail.aspx?id=6

***not clear if this is water soluble or a micro plastic, we have asked the brand for clarity
****unclear if this is asbestos free / we have asked brand for more information

recycle material

Brand uses glass, metal & plastic for most of their product packaging.
We have asked them for further clarity on their recycling policies and plastic content.

It should be noted, that most makeup plastics are difficult to recycle.
So it is always good when brands accept back their empties for sterilizing and recycling and when they offer refills.

unclear if Physicians Formula cruelty free.

2.9

Average

Criteria

cruelty free

100% vegan

zoobop does not consider a brand a 100% CF that can not assure it. And this is especially for brands that choose profit over ethics to sell in countries where being committed to CF can not be guaranteed.

2.9

Average

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

cruelty free

This is a bit of a grey area.
Though Brand is PETA certified, because it claims to manufacture within China for China. The problem is that there is no surety on the transparency of raw materials used and sourced in China. There can be no guarantee that the raw materials were not tested at any stage of production nor can the brand guarantee that their products may or may not be subject to animal testing at any time if authorities in China deem it necessary (and they can do this without any prior notice).

zoobop does not consider a brand a 100% CF that can not assure it. And this is especially for brands that choose profit over ethics to sell in countries where being committed to CF can not be guaranteed.

It should be noted that their Parent brand tests on animals when required by law.

100% vegan

Some products contain Collagen, Beeswax, Carmine, Lactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Pearl, Pearl Extract, Lanolin, Glycerin~, Allantoin~, Squalane~, Lecithin~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Stearic Acid~, Panthenol~, P.E.G 4~, P.E.G 5~, P.E.G 7~, P.E.G 9~, P.E.G 10~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 15~, P.E.G 18~, P.E.G 20~, P.E.G 30~, P.E.G 100~
Brand has vegan options**

~can be plant/ animal/ synthetic derived
**users are advised to check product labels for all ingredient content.

Physicians Formula is honest.

3.0

Fair

Criteria

honesty

Though brand lists complete ingredients it needs to clearly indicate supply chain for Palm Oil (derivatives), Mica & Shea. And it should be noted that the brand is non-responsive to simple questions when asked.

3.0

Fair

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

honesty

Though brand lists complete ingredients it needs to clearly indicate supply chain for Palm Oil (derivatives), Mica & Shea.
And it should be noted that the brand is non-responsive to simple questions when asked.

Physicians Formula FAQs

Is Physicians Formula Cruelty Free ?
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This is a bit of a grey area.
Though Brand is PETA certified, because it claims to manufacture within China for China. The problem is that there is no surety on the transparency of raw materials used and sourced in China. There can be no guarantee that the raw materials were not tested at any stage of production nor can the brand guarantee that their products may or may not be subject to animal testing at any time if authorities in China deem it necessary (and they can do this without any prior notice).

zoobop does not consider a brand a 100% CF that can not assure it. And this is especially for brands that choose profit over ethics to sell in countries where being committed to CF can not be guaranteed.

It should be noted that their Parent brand tests on animals when required by law.

Is Physicians Formula Eco friendly ?
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Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly. 
Some products contain P.E.Gs, B.H.T, S.L.E.S, P.T.F.E, Parabens, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, PVP, Zinc Oxide*, Titanium Dioxide*, Palm Oil Derivatives**, Acrylates Crosspolymer***, Talc*****

*unclear if this is non nano/ we have asked the brand for further information
**brand gives no information on sustainable source
To know more about Palm Oil & its impact on forests wildlife & the environment, check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail1.aspx

Petrolatum is bad for the planet & you, brands using this ingredient need to use a conscious alternate.
To understand why Petrolatum should be avoided as an ingredient check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail.aspx?id=6

***not clear if this is water soluble or a micro plastic, we have asked the brand for clarity
****unclear if this is asbestos free / we have asked brand for more information

Is Physicians Formula safe ?
-

Ingredients used in products can be toxic to humans. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand why.

Is Physicians Formula Organic ?
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Physicians Formula is not organic certified.

Is Physicians Formula safe for kids ?
-

Ingredients used in products can be toxic to humans. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand why.

Is Physicians Formula vegan friendly ?
-

Some products contain Collagen, Beeswax, Carmine, Lactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Pearl, Pearl Extract, Lanolin, Glycerin~, Allantoin~, Squalane~, Lecithin~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Stearic Acid~, Panthenol~, P.E.G 4~, P.E.G 5~, P.E.G 7~, P.E.G 9~, P.E.G 10~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 15~, P.E.G 18~, P.E.G 20~, P.E.G 30~, P.E.G 100~
Brand has vegan options**

~can be plant/ animal/ synthetic derived
**users are advised to check product labels for all ingredient content.

Does Physicians Formula use sustainable packaging ?
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Brand uses glass, metal & plastic for most of their product packaging.
We have asked them for further clarity on their recycling policies and plastic content.

It should be noted, that most makeup plastics are difficult to recycle.
So it is always good when brands accept back their empties for sterilizing and recycling and when they offer refills.

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