OGX, previously known as Organix but had to change the name after a lawsuit, is a popular haircare brand that can be found in drugstores. It is known for being affordable while using exotic ingredients. It is easily distinguishable by its unique packaging that makes everything about this brand stand out.
Today, OGX is sold worldwide. Although the brand doesn’t use many celebrities as its spokespersons, it does have Kandee Johnson as the face of the brand.
Is OGX Cruelty-Free?
| Not sold in China? | No |
| PETA Certified | No |
| Leaping Bunny Certified | No |
| Has vegan products | No |
| Not owned by a Parent Company that does Animal Testing? | No |
No, OGX is not cruelty-free as of 2015.
The official OGX animal testing policy states that the company doesn’t conduct animal testing of its finished products and that it doesn’t pay anyone to do these tests for them. However, nothing is stated about testing the ingredients or formulations. Also, the company conducts animal testing when it’s required by law. Not only that, but despite the original name being ‘Organix’, OGX doesn’t use organic ingredients.
Still, OGX itself states that the brand will respect the customer’s decisions to choose the best cruelty-free products they can find, so they are, in a way, inviting their customers to go and purchase products from other, more ethical brands. This is a nice surprise, as most brands won’t ever publicly support shoppers who disagree with the company’s policy.
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Are OGX products sold in China?
OGX started selling its products in mainland China in 2015, which made it lose the cruelty-free status and the PETA Beauty Without Bunnies label it used to have.
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What is the Deal with China?
Even though animal testing is proven to be an unnecessary and unethical practice, some countries still require it by law. This is the case with the second-biggest market in the world, China.
China requires any beauty product to be tested on animals before allowing importation and being sold in Chinese stores. Any company or brand that makes the decision to sell in China has also decided to test on animals – either by themselves or, usually, by paying a third-party company to test on their behalf. This is the main reason why a lot of brands can’t achieve a true cruelty-free status. After growing public outrage, China did lift some regulations in 2014, which allowed certain beauty products, such as shampoos and other skincare items, to be imported without testing, but this is still a small percentage.
A lot of brands that claim to be cruelty-free are being misleading thanks to these laws. Even if a brand doesn’t conduct animal testing on its own, by deciding to take the opportunity and sell in countries such as China, it is allowing a third-party to test the final product on animals. This is why PETA and the Leaping Bunny Program have forbidden brands that they certify to expand their market in this direction – and rightfully so.
A lot of companies are working with the Chinese government on lifting these regulations, and legislation was proposed in 2019 that should stop mandatory animal testing. However until today, no substantial progress has been made in this regard, we continue to wait patiently.
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Is OGX Vegan?
OGX as a brand is not vegan, as it uses animal by-products and animal-derived ingredients. Some of the products do have vegan ingredients and can be considered vegan. However, as OGX is not cruelty-free, we don’t think it can be considered vegan. Being vegan is much more than just not using animal-derived ingredients. Vegan products can’t be tested on animals, as well.
Who owns OGX and does the parent company test on animals?
OGX was acquired by Johnson & Johnson in 2018, a company that is not cruelty-free. However, as OGX lost its cruelty-free status in 2015, this had nothing to do with the ownership change.
What products does OGX sell?
OGX sells hair care items, such as shampoos and conditioners. It never extended beyond hair care, and despite the controversies about its policies, its products have been praised by many.
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