# Animal-Free Sunscreens Lush's Skin Guardian & Sun Companion are Safe, Effective & Cruelty-Free By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-07-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-free-sunscreen References: [weare.lush](https://weare.lush.com/press-releases/lush-launches-new-animal-testing-free-sunscreens/) & [lush](https://www.lush.com/uk/en/p/sun-companion-sunscreen-lotion)  The rise of [skincare products with SPF](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-lewisham-1) is notable and [Lush](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skincare-makeup) set out to defy category norms by introducing animal-free sunscreen formulations to meet growing consumer demand for ethical and sustainable beauty solutions. Sun Companion is a [melon-scented sunscreen lotion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boardwalk-delight-scentscreen-mist) with SPF 20 and Skin Guardian is a creamy SPF 15 facial sunscreen. To create safe and effective sun care products without testing on animals, Lush relied on advanced in vitro tests conducted by animal-free lab XcellR8. "Testing the sunscreens on human cell models has given us data that is far more relevant for human exposures than animal testing data, meaning we can be confident that our suncare products are safe," says Helen Ambrosen, Lush formulator and co-founder. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 25% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ethical Sun Protection:** The development of animal-free sunscreens by Lush highlights a shift towards ethical sun protection products, resonating with a growing eco-conscious consumer base. - **In-vitro Testing:** Lush’s reliance on advanced in vitro testing methods showcases an innovative approach to product safety validation that avoids animal cruelty. - **Sustainable Beauty Products:** The introduction of sunscreen lotions like Sun Companion underscores the demand for sustainable beauty products that combine efficacy with environmental responsibility. ### Who This Affects Most - **Skincare:** The skincare industry is witnessing a transformative wave with the inclusion of cruelty-free, animal-free sunscreen options. - **Cosmetics Testing:** The cosmetics testing industry is evolving with new non-animal testing methodologies, paving the way for more ethical product development. - **Sustainable Beauty:** A surge in demand for sustainable beauty products introduces opportunities for creating items that are both effective and environmentally friendly. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Skin-Loving Cruelty-Free Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skincare-makeup.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Tinted Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-tinted-mineral-sunscreen.md) - [Plant-Based Sun Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-sun-protectors.md) - [Reef-Safe Seaweed Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/badger.md) - [Vegan Collagen Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mineral-priming-lotion.md) - [Gentle Naturally Derived Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-aroma-1.md) - [Skincare-Infused Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinfields-sunglow-spf.md) - [Medically Tested Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthelios-ultrafluid.md) - [Vegan Mineral Sunscreen Formulations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hustle-butter.md)