Animal testing of cosmetics is bad for the same reasons that animal testing of medicine is bad – it causes them harm and suffering to which they can’t consent. However, there is an argument that medical testing can be justified for its social benefits. This argument is less persuasive for cosmetics. Some people believe all animal testing is bad. Some believe all animal testing is justified. But a substantial number are persuaded that can be justified for medicine but not for cosmetics.
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