Advertising Disclosure

Last updated: December 1, 2025

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Zephora, we believe in building trust through honesty and transparency. This Advertising Disclosure explains our advertising relationships, affiliate partnerships, and how we may earn compensation through various channels. We want you to understand any financial relationships that might influence the content you see on our website.

We are committed to providing you with honest, authentic information about our services and any products or services we recommend. This disclosure is provided in compliance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Affiliate Program Participation

Zephora participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase. These affiliate relationships include:

  • Eco-friendly cleaning product manufacturers and retailers
  • Home organization and storage solution providers
  • Sustainable home goods and wellness companies
  • Professional cleaning equipment and supplies vendors

Commission-Based Compensation

When you purchase products or services through our affiliate links, we may receive a commission from the company at no additional cost to you. The commission we earn helps support our business and allows us to continue providing helpful content and quality services. The price you pay is the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the merchant's website.

Product Recommendation Policy

We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe will provide value to our clients. Our affiliate relationships do not influence the honesty of our recommendations. We maintain editorial independence and base our suggestions on quality, effectiveness, environmental impact, and value. If we wouldn't use a product ourselves or recommend it to a friend, we won't promote it on our website.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We believe you have the right to know when we have a financial relationship with companies whose products or services we mention. When applicable, we clearly disclose these relationships near the relevant content. Our goal is to provide you with enough information to make informed decisions about whether to follow our recommendations.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identification of Sponsored Content

From time to time, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotional material on our website. Any sponsored posts, articles, or content will be clearly labeled as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement" to distinguish them from our regular editorial content. We ensure that sponsored content aligns with our values and is relevant to our audience.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

When we enter into partnerships with brands or companies, we maintain transparency about these relationships. Our partnerships are selective and based on shared values around sustainability, quality, and customer care. Even in paid partnerships, we retain editorial control and present honest assessments based on our professional expertise and experience.

Content Authenticity Guarantee

Whether content is sponsored or not, we stand behind everything we publish. We do not accept compensation to present false or misleading information. All opinions expressed are genuine and based on our actual experience and professional judgment. Our reputation and your trust are more valuable to us than any advertising revenue.

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Display Advertising

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing history and interests. The advertisements you see may be influenced by your previous visits to our site and other websites.

Behavioral Targeting

Some advertising partners use behavioral targeting to show you ads that may be relevant to your interests. This involves collecting information about your browsing activities across different websites. You can learn more about behavioral advertising and opt out of certain practices through industry self-regulatory programs.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising networks may place cookies on your device to track your interactions with ads and measure campaign effectiveness. For detailed information about how we use cookies, including advertising cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.

Ad Personalization Practices

We work with advertising partners who may personalize ads based on information collected about you. This helps show you advertisements that are more relevant to your interests. However, we respect your privacy choices and provide options to control how your data is used for advertising purposes.

Your Rights and Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have control over the types of advertisements you see and how your data is used for advertising purposes. Most advertising networks provide tools to manage your ad preferences and opt out of personalized advertising. You can also adjust your cookie settings through our Cookie Policy page.

Opt-Out Procedures

If you wish to opt out of interest-based advertising, you have several options:

  • Adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page
  • Configure your browser settings to block or limit cookies
  • Visit industry opt-out platforms for broader advertising network controls
  • Use privacy-focused browser extensions or ad blockers

Data Collection for Advertising

Information collected for advertising purposes may include your browsing behavior, device information, location data, and interaction with ads. This data helps us and our advertising partners understand how effective our campaigns are and improve ad relevance. For complete details about data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding how your data is used for advertising purposes. These may include the right to access your data, request deletion, opt out of sale of personal information, and more. Contact us if you wish to exercise these rights or have questions about advertising-related data practices.

FTC Compliance Statement

This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." We are required to disclose any material connections between us and the companies, products, or services we mention or recommend on our website.

We take our responsibility to comply with FTC guidelines seriously. When we have a financial interest in products or services we discuss, we clearly disclose that relationship. Our goal is to provide you with honest, valuable information while being transparent about our business relationships and how we earn revenue.

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we handle advertising relationships and your rights regarding advertising practices.

Questions About Our Advertising Practices?

If you have questions about our advertising relationships, affiliate partnerships, or how we handle sponsored content, we're happy to provide additional information. Transparency is important to us, and we welcome your inquiries.

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