Which Should You Choose?

e.l.f. Cosmetics × Yves Saint Laurent

Looks good on the shelf. But what about on paper?
We've lined up the facts - e.l.f. Cosmetics vs. Yves Saint Laurent,
scored across what actually matters.

E

e.l.f. Cosmetics

An affordable cosmetics and skincare brand that is certified cruelty‑free by PETA and Leaping Bunny and offers globally vegan‑formulated beauty products.

OVERALL SCORE

Industry Average
People
Planet
Animals
Evidence-based analysis across our comprehensive framework
✨ Better Choice
Y

Yves Saint Laurent

A Paris‑based luxury fashion house known for pioneering ready‑to‑wear collections alongside couture, with iconic leather goods, apparel and accessories.

OVERALL SCORE

Industry Average
People
Planet
Animals
Evidence-based analysis across our comprehensive framework

Detailed Sustainability Breakdown

Line-by-line comparison across all 15 PPA criteria

e.l.f. Cosmetics Yves Saint Laurent
🧍 People
Ingredient Safety ?
Labor Practices ?
Marketing Integrity ?
Social Impact ?
Supply Chain Transparency ?
🌍 Planet
Biodiversity Protection ?
Chemical Responsibility ?
Climate Action ?
Packaging Sustainability ?
Water Stewardship ?
🐾 Animals
Conservation Support ?
Cruelty Free Standards ?
Sustainable Sourcing ?
Vegan Options ?
Wildlife Impact ?
Legend:
Strong performance
Moderate performance
Weak performance
Final Results

Yves Saint Laurent edges ahead with slightly better performance in key sustainability areas.

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Analysis based on verified sustainability reports, third-party certifications, and independent documentation as of October 2025.