The Other Side: Pros of Testing

To every argument there are two sides, just as in the argument over whether cosmetic testing on animals should be done. The side that I am on, supports the ideas that cosmetic testing on animals is unethical and unecessary on many levels. The other side of cosmetic testing for animals believes that testing is essential for safety of the public. Other people believe that testing on animals reduces the exposure to dangerous substances people are exposed to on a daily basis. These people believe that without animal testing, people's health would be on the line. While this can be a valid and understandable argument, people need to realize that there are alternative methods to testing that do not include endangering the lives of countless animals. Scientists also argue that animals are used for research because they are closely matched to humans and the outcomes are very similiar.