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Sally Hansen

Coty Inc.

our verdict

This brand is not cruelty free. A lot of the Ingredients used are questionable and not earth friendly. zoobop suggests using clean, green, cruelty free alternatives which are good for you and the planet. .

1.4

Very poor

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1.4

Very poor

Clean formula

1.6

Very poor

Green policy

0.0

Terrible

cruelty free

4.0

V. good

honest label

0 1 2 3 4 5

why this score ?

Sally Hansen 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~, Colour~, Methyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben, Ethyl Paraben, Butyl Paraben, Isobutyl Paraben, Retinyl Palmitate, Retinol, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Diazolidinyl Urea, Quaternium 15, Aluminium Powder, Talc, Lilial, Lyral, Phenacetin, Benzyl Salicylate~, B.H.T, T.E.A, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, TPHP, Isobutane, Coumarin~, Hydroxycitronellal, Alcohol Denat, Amyl Cinnamal, P.G, Benzyl Benzoate~, Lye, Cerbomer, Dimethicone, Citral~, Eugenol~, Farnesol~, Isoeugenol~, Potassium Sorbate~, Sodium Benzoate~, Hexyl Cinnamal, Phenoxyethanol, EDTA

~can be natural/ synthetic derived

naturally derived

Some products contain Fragrance~, Color~, Benzyl Salicylate~, P.E.Gs~, PPGs~, Coumarin~, Paraffin Oil, Paraffinum Liquidum, Petrolatum Liquid, Petroleum Oil, White Mineral Oil And White Oil which are all mineral oils.">Mineral Oil, Geraniol, Palm Oil*, Mica*, Shea Butter**, Benzyl Benzoate~, Citral~, Eugenol~, Farnesol~, Isoeugenol~, Potassium Sorbate~, Sodium Benzoate~, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Paraffin

~can be natural/ synthetic derived
*sustainable & ethical source.
Parent brand is part of RSPO for sustainable palm oil & Responsible Mica Initiative
To know about more 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

Sally Hansen is not green.

1.6

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.

1.6

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, Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly.
Some products contain Petrolatum, B.H.T, P.E.Gs, T.P.H.P, Parabens, Formaldehyde Releasers, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Mineral Oils, Polyethylene, Titanium Dioxide*, Palm Oil**, Acrylates Copolymer***, Talc****

Tanning 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.

*unclear if this is non nano/ we have asked the brand for further information
**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

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 their products packaging.
We have asked them for more information on their recycling policies and plastic 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.

It is equally important to note that, many harmful compounds found in nail polish are toxic to the environment, which is why it must not thrown out along with your regular trash.

Though Parent brand claims to be working towards recycling plastic, we find that they are equally responsible for contaminating the planet too.
Post-consumer collection of packaging components is not available in all areas where products are sold.
In developing and third world countries all waste & plastic ends up in landfills.

Sally Hansen 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

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, Honey, Lanolin, Silk, Urea~, Amino Acid~, Keratin~, Collagen~, Biotin~, Glycerine~, Cetyl Alcohol~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Stearic Acid~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Allantoin~, Lactic Acid~, Panthenol~, Benzoic Acid~, P.E.G 8~, P.E.G 10~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 14~, P.E.G 18~, P.E.G 40~, P.E.G 50~, 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.

Sally Hansen is honest.

4.0

V. good

Criteria

honesty

social service

Though brand is transparent with labelling, they need to clearly indicate transparency in sourcing of ingredients like Shea.

4.0

V. good

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

honesty

Though brand is transparent with labelling, they need to clearly indicate transparency in sourcing of ingredients like Shea.

social service

Sally Hansen FAQs

Is Sally Hansen Cruelty Free ?
-

Brand tests on animals when required by law

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

Is Sally Hansen Eco friendly ?
-

Though Parent brand claims to be a responsible sourcer, Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly.
Some products contain Petrolatum, B.H.T, P.E.Gs, T.P.H.P, Parabens, Formaldehyde Releasers, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Mineral Oils, Polyethylene, Titanium Dioxide*, Palm Oil**, Acrylates Copolymer***, Talc****

Tanning 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.

*unclear if this is non nano/ we have asked the brand for further information
**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

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 Sally Hansen safe ?
-

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

Is Sally Hansen Organic ?
-

Sally Hansen is not organic certified.

Is Sally Hansen 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 Sally Hansen vegan friendly ?
-

By testing on animals brand can no longer be considered vegan friendly.
Some products contain Beeswax, Honey, Lanolin, Silk, Urea~, Amino Acid~, Keratin~, Collagen~, Biotin~, Glycerine~, Cetyl Alcohol~, Cetearyl Alcohol~, Stearic Acid~, Stearyl Alcohol~, Allantoin~, Lactic Acid~, Panthenol~, Benzoic Acid~, P.E.G 8~, P.E.G 10~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 14~, P.E.G 18~, P.E.G 40~, P.E.G 50~, 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 Sally Hansen use sustainable packaging ?
-

Brand uses glass, metal & plastic for their products packaging.
We have asked them for more information on their recycling policies and plastic 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.

It is equally important to note that, many harmful compounds found in nail polish are toxic to the environment, which is why it must not thrown out along with your regular trash.

Though Parent brand claims to be working towards recycling plastic, we find that they are equally responsible for contaminating the planet too.
Post-consumer collection of packaging components is not available in all areas where products are sold.
In developing and third world countries all waste & plastic ends up in landfills.

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