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Redken

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our verdict

This brand is not cruelty free. Many ingredients used are questionable.  zoobop suggests using verified clean, green, cruelty free alternatives which are good for you and the planet.

1.7

Very poor

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1.4

Very poor

Clean formula

1.9

Very poor

Green policy

0.0

Terrible

cruelty free

5.0

Excellent

honest label

0 1 2 3 4 5

why this score ?

Redken is not clean.

1.4

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.

1.4

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~, Color~, Methyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben, Ethyl Paraben, Octinoxate, M.I.T, Benzyl Salicylate~, B.H.T, M.E.A, T.E.A, S.L.E.S, S.L.S, M.C.I, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, Benzyl Alcohol~, Coumarin, Hydroxycitronellal, Isoparaffin~, Alcohol Denat, Benzyl Benzoate~, P.G, Carbomer, Lye, Dimethicone, Citral~, Farnesol~, Amyl Cinnamal, Hexyl Cinnamal, Tocopherol, C.A.P.B~, Phenoxyethanol, EDTA

~can be natural synthetic derived

naturally derived

Some products contain Fragrance~, Color~, Benzyl Salicylate~, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, Benzyl Alcohol~, Geraniol, Mineral Oil, Palm Oil*, Mica*, Isoparaffin~, Benzyl Benzoate~, C.A.P.B~, Citral~, Farnesol~, Limonene, Linalool

~can be natural synthetic derived
*sustainable & ethical source.
Parent brand is part of RSPO for sustainable palm oil & Responsible Mica Initiative
To know more about mica and how it can be unethically sourced, watch this post, https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail.aspx?id=4

organic certified

Redken 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

Though Parent brand claims to be a responsible sourcer, the ingredients used in products are not earth friendly.
Some products contain B.H.T, S.L.E.S, P.E.Gs, Parabens, Petrolatum, Mineral Oils, Palm Oil*, PVP, Acrylates Copolymer**

It should be noted that, Sprays in aerosol cans have propellants containing hydrocarbons which contribute to global warming.
CFC-free aerosols too emit the volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which affect the ozone and the environment.

*sustainable source/ Parent brand part of RSPO
To know more about Palm Oil & its impact on forests wildlife & the environment, check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail1.aspx

Petroleum is bad for the planet & you, brands using this ingredient need to use a conscious alternate.
To understand why petroleum derivatives should be avoided as an ingredient, click here https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail3.aspx

**not clear if this is water soluble or a micro plastic, we have asked the brand for clarity

recycle material

Brand uses glass, metal and plastic for most product packaging.
We have asked them for more information on their recycling policies and PCR content.

It should be noted that, Propellants in aerosol cans are highly flammable and can cause explosions and start fires.
Empty aerosol cans are considered as hazardous waste in the USA and many countries.

Redken is not cruelty free.

0.0

Terrible

Criteria

cruelty free

100% vegan

This brand tests on animals when required by law. By testing on animals, brand can no longer be considered vegan friendly.

0.0

Terrible

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

cruelty free

On PETA list of brands to avoid.
Brand tests on animals when required by law.

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

100% vegan

By testing on animals brand can no longer be considered vegan friendly.
Some products contain Beeswax, Allantoin~, Benzoic Acid~, Squalane~, Biotin~, Lactic Acid~, Stearic Acid~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Cetyl Alcohol~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Stearyl Alcohol~, P.E.G 5~, P.E.G 7~, P.E.G 18~, P.E.G 40~, P.E.G 45~, P.E.G 55~, P.E.G 60~, P.E.G 90~, P.E.G 100~, P.E.G 150~

~can be plant/ animal/ synthetic derived
*it always best to write to the brand for more details on an ingredient origin.

Redken is honest.

5.0

Excellent

Criteria

honesty

Brand has transparent labelling. Complete ingredients used are mentioned on product label / their website.

5.0

Excellent

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

honesty

Redken FAQs

Is Redken Cruelty Free ?
-

On PETA list of brands to avoid.
Brand tests on animals when required by law.

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

Is Redken Eco friendly ?
-

Though Parent brand claims to be a responsible sourcer, the ingredients used in products are not earth friendly.
Some products contain B.H.T, S.L.E.S, P.E.Gs, Parabens, Petrolatum, Mineral Oils, Palm Oil*, PVP, Acrylates Copolymer**

It should be noted that, Sprays in aerosol cans have propellants containing hydrocarbons which contribute to global warming.
CFC-free aerosols too emit the volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which affect the ozone and the environment.

*sustainable source/ Parent brand part of RSPO
To know more about Palm Oil & its impact on forests wildlife & the environment, check this post https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail1.aspx

Petroleum is bad for the planet & you, brands using this ingredient need to use a conscious alternate.
To understand why petroleum derivatives should be avoided as an ingredient, click here https://www.zoobop.com/post-detail3.aspx

**not clear if this is water soluble or a micro plastic, we have asked the brand for clarity

Is Redken safe ?
-

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

Is Redken Organic ?
-

Redken is not organic certified.

Is Redken 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 Redken vegan friendly ?
-

By testing on animals brand can no longer be considered vegan friendly.
Some products contain Beeswax, Allantoin~, Benzoic Acid~, Squalane~, Biotin~, Lactic Acid~, Stearic Acid~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Cetyl Alcohol~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Stearyl Alcohol~, P.E.G 5~, P.E.G 7~, P.E.G 18~, P.E.G 40~, P.E.G 45~, P.E.G 55~, P.E.G 60~, P.E.G 90~, P.E.G 100~, P.E.G 150~

~can be plant/ animal/ synthetic derived
*it always best to write to the brand for more details on an ingredient origin.

Does Redken use sustainable packaging ?
-

Brand uses glass, metal and plastic for most product packaging.
We have asked them for more information on their recycling policies and PCR content.

It should be noted that, Propellants in aerosol cans are highly flammable and can cause explosions and start fires.
Empty aerosol cans are considered as hazardous waste in the USA and many countries.

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