Shiseido and SK-II are not cruelty-free brands. Shiseido, a well-known Japanese cosmetics company, conducts animal testing when required by law, particularly in markets like China. SK-II, a subsidiary of Procter & Gamble, also sells its products in regions where animal testing is mandatory. While both companies may have certain cruelty-free products, they cannot be considered entirely cruelty-free due to their testing practices in certain markets.