A growing number of consumers are looking for simple ways to live more sustainably in 2026. From personal care to household essentials, small daily choices—like using refill packs or products made with eco-friendly materials—can reduce environmental impact without sacrificing convenience or quality.
Watsons Philippines is encouraging consumers to make more sustainable choices in their daily routines through its Sustainable Choices program, which highlights products and in-store initiatives designed to reduce environmental impact.
As more shoppers look for practical ways to live more responsibly in 2026, the retailer is promoting small changes, from personal care to household essentials, that can be easily incorporated into everyday life. The program focuses on affordable options that balance self-care, convenience, and environmental responsibility.
Central to the initiative are refill packs, which allow customers to reuse original containers while reducing plastic waste. Watsons also operates in-store refill stations at select branches, including SM North EDSA, SM Mall of Asia, Pacita Complex, and selected stores in Bonifacio Global City. The refill options are positioned as both environmentally friendly and cost-effective for frequently used products.
Sustainable Choices is guided by four pillars. Refill and Reuse promotes refill packs and refill stations to cut down on single-use plastics. Clean Beauty features products made with ingredients aimed at reducing environmental impact through more responsible formulations and packaging. Better Ingredients supports responsible sourcing and reduced use of virgin plastic in non-formulated products. Better Packaging emphasizes recycled materials, sustainably managed paper, and designs that limit plastic waste.
Watsons has also expanded sustainability practices across its stores. Most branches now use paper bags as part of a shift away from plastic, and customers are encouraged to bring reusable bags. Selected locations offer Recycle for Rewards bins, where customers can return empty personal care containers in exchange for discounts.
Danilo Chiong, managing director of Watsons Philippines, said sustainability does not have to be complicated or inaccessible. He noted that the program is designed to help customers make greener choices through everyday products and store experiences.
Sustainable Choices products are available in more than 1,200 Watsons stores nationwide and through the Watsons App, which can be downloaded on the App Store and Google Play.
