Leaping Toward a Cruelty-Free World Worldwide, cosmetic animal testing is still implemented. Although some parts of the world have banned testing chemicals on animals such as the European Union and New Zealand, countries such as the United States and Canada continue to consent. “The beauty industry makes people look and feel beautiful but is horrifically ugly when it comes to the treatment of animals in laboratories.” (Cole 2). Knowing the alternatives, organizations, and cruelty-free products ultimately improves the knowledge about animal testing. Cole begins to inform the reader on the alternatives to animal testing. The first alternative testing method is the usage of artificial tissue. Artificial tissue testing could perhaps replace the use of animals. The testing of the tissue aids a higher accuracy rate on how human skin irritations may be implemented. Another alternative method is test tube testing. With the use of test tubes, animals will not be poisoned by toxic ingredients. In addition, both tests are cost-effective and is more accurate than the disturbing help of animals. There are several organizations that help support the alternative testing methods. …show more content…
Humane Society International is a well-known organization that aims to stop various situations regarding the abuse of animals. To influence governments on the unethical research experiments, Humane Society International offers a petition on their website that one can sign to help put an end to the chemical experiments. Another organization that is working toward a cruelty-free world is the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics (CCIC). With an increased desire for cruelty-free products, the CCIC is behind the Leaping Bunny Program. The famous bunny logo is on cosmetic products that are