CLEARING UP THE CONFUSION

Environmental testing and cosmetic animal testing are not the same.

Stream2Sea does not test finished cosmetic products on mammals or traditional laboratory animals. We fully support global cosmetic animal testing bans.

We test to protect — not to harm.

COSMETIC ANIMAL TESTING — WHAT’S BANNED AND WHERE

Banned in:

• EU
• UK
• Many U.S. states

 Applies to mammalian/vertebrate testing for cosmetic safety.

ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING — A DIFFERENT CATEGORY

Environmental testing may involve non-vertebrate species (like coral or algae) when:

• No alternatives exist
• The goal is ecosystem protection
• The work is performed by qualified scientists

OUR WORK WITH CORAL SCIENTISTS

We collaborate with partners such as the University of Derby using asexually propagated coral fragments, never wild colonies.

Photo Credit: MolaAcropora

MYTH VS FACT

Myth: Mineral sunscreens are automatically reef safe.
Fact: Mineral grade, coatings, and formula matter.

Myth: Natural = ocean safe.
Fact: Many natural oils and extracts are toxic to aquatic life.

Myth: If a brand says “reef safe,” they must have proven it.
Fact: The term is unregulated.

Myth: Not testing is more ethical.
Fact: Lack of testing can cause ecosystem harm.

OUR PROMISE

Stream2Sea’s commitment remains clear:

• No animal testing of cosmetic products
• Ethical, science-based environmental testing only when necessary
• Advocacy for better non-animal testing alternatives
• Full transparency with our customers and scientific partners

Choosing Stream2Sea means choosing responsibility, integrity, and formulas truly safer for our oceans.