When it comes to sustainability, Watsons Philippines isn’t just talking the talk. It’s walking the green walk, and the world is taking notice.
Fresh from winning Silver for Excellence in Communications/Public Relations at the 2025 Marketing Excellence Awards Philippines for its Go Green Living: Onward to a Greener Tomorrow campaign, Watsons Philippines has once again earned acclaim. Earlier this year, the leader in health and beauty retailer also won 2 awards, at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, they brought home a Gold Stevie Award for Climate Protection and Sustainability Campaign of the Year and a Bronze Stevie Award for Sustainable Business Models for its Greener Stores program.
For Watsons, these wins are more than just trophies, they are milestones in a continuing mission shaped by its sustainability focus on Planet, People, and Products, reflecting its steadfast commitment to sustainability over the years.
Planet
Guided by its sustainability framework of Planet, People, and Products, Watsons begins with its commitment to reducing its environmental impact. This includes mindful practices to lower its carbon footprint, such as using LED lighting, upgrading to inverter appliances, and minimizing plastics in store fixtures. From installing solar panels and shifting 90% of stores from plastic to paper bags, to launching the Recycle for Rewards program that encourages customers to return empty bottles in exchange for perks, and partnering with SM’s Trash to Cash program, Watsons continues to strengthen its environmental initiatives.
People
The “Green” in Go Green Living isn’t just about the planet, it’s about people, too. Watsons has provided free healthcare to over 10,000 individuals, supported over 1,500 life-changing cleft surgeries through Operation Smile, and nurtured young women from underserved communities through apprenticeship programs. The company also fosters a culture of volunteerism, with employees actively participating in medical missions, coastal clean-ups, and tree-planting activities, proving that true sustainability is as much about uplifting communities as it is about protecting the environment.
Products
Watsons continues to expand its wide range of sustainable product choices, championing Clean Beauty, Better Ingredients, refill packs, and Better Packaging made from responsibly sourced materials. By making these products more accessible, Watsons empowers customers to make mindful health, wellness, and beauty choices that benefit both themselves and the planet. Together, these initiatives reflect how Watsons’ sustainability journey is made possible by the collective effort of its people, partners, and customers.
“These awards are a reflection of the small but meaningful actions taken every day by our customers, partners, and team members,” says Sharon Decapia, Senior AVP for Marketing, PR & Sustainability of Watsons Philippines. “Our commitment to the planet, our people, and the products we offer has always been part of who we are. Sustainability is not just a campaign for us, it’s a shared journey, and we promise to make it easier, more rewarding, and more inspiring for everyone to choose a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future.”
As Watsons celebrates these honors, it’s already looking ahead, expanding its Greener Stores, introducing more sustainable product choices, and deepening its community partnerships. For Watsons, sustainability isn’t a campaign with an end date, it’s a promise.
Join the movement. Discover sustainable choices, health essentials, and beauty must-haves that let you Feel Good, Do Good, Feel Great. Download the Watsons app today and take your first step toward a greener tomorrow.
About Watsons Philippines
Watsons is the flagship health and beauty brand of A.S. Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer. Today, the company operates in over 16,900 stores across 12 retail brands in 30 markets, employing 130,000 people globally.
In 2002, AS Watson Group joined hands with SM, the Philippines’ leading shopping mall developer. The partners brought about the first Watsons stores in SM Megamall and The Podium (Ortigas) and has since seen rapid growth. Today, Watsons operates more than 1,165 stores in the Philippines (as of January 2025).
Watsons strives to ensure that its customers get the best value for their money through monthly promotions, special offers, and continuous consumer marketing programs. Each Watsons store houses nothing but the best brands from top manufacturers all over the world and also carries its own competitively priced, high-quality private labels and brands. With more than 1000 brands ranging from medicines, cosmetics, and fragrances to personal care items and general merchandise, Watsons Your Personal Store delivers only the best health, wellness, and beauty solutions to each and every customer.
