Leaping Bunny
The strictest globally recognised cruelty-free certification with supplier audits.
What it is
Run by Cruelty Free International and the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics, Leaping Bunny certifies that no new animal testing is used at any stage of product development — by the brand, its ingredient suppliers, or third parties on its behalf.
How it's verified
Brands adopt a fixed Cut-Off Date for animal-tested ingredients, monitor their entire supply chain annually, and submit to independent third-party audits. Unlike PETA's Beauty Without Bunnies, Leaping Bunny audits ingredient suppliers directly.
What to look for
The bunny-leaping logo with 'Cruelty Free International' or 'Leaping Bunny Program' text. Verify the brand at leapingbunny.org — the searchable database is updated quarterly.
Watch out for
A logo without 'Leaping Bunny' wordmark may be the unrelated PETA bunny. Both are valid but the standards differ.
What it doesn't cover
Leaping Bunny does not certify vegan status — products may still contain animal-derived ingredients. It also does not address ingredient safety, environmental impact or labour conditions.
Top Leaping Bunny-certified products
The highest-scoring products in our database that carry Leaping Bunny certification.
Faith in Nature
Faith in Nature Fragrance Free Dog Shampoo
The Faith in Nature Fragrance Free Dog Shampoo is a top-tier vegan grooming choice for sensitive pets, offering a gentle, hypoallergenic clean without harsh chemicals or perfumes.
A highly concentrated, non-toxic car wash solution designed to clean vehicles without the need for a hose, saving hundreds of liters of water per wash while using plant-derived ingredients.
A plastic-free, concentrated cleaning solution designed to reduce ocean waste by reusing your existing spray bottles.
A stylish, zero-plastic waste deodorant system featuring a reusable aluminum case and compostable bamboo pulp refills.
Ecover Zero Sensitive Washing-Up Liquid is a fragrance-free, plant-based dish soap that offers powerful grease-cutting performance without irritating sensitive skin.
Ecover Washing Up Liquid is a high-performance, plant-based cleaner that reduces plastic waste through its 5L bulk refill format, ideal for ethical UK households.
Frequently asked
Can a Leaping Bunny brand sell in mainland China?+
Historically no — Chinese regulators required animal testing on imported general cosmetics. Reforms since 2021 have created a cruelty-free pathway for most general cosmetics, and Leaping Bunny now permits certified brands to use it.