As a beauty retailer, our assortment plays a decisive role in our success, including with regard to ESG. We strive to optimise the sustainability of all of our products – both within our corporate brands and partner brands.
All our corporate brands’ products fully comply with EU regulations relating to animal testing and are therefore cruelty-free. The range of vegan products includes items offered by the Jardin Bohème and one.two.free! brands. In addition, we are closely monitoring the regulatory developments in the EU regarding microplastic-free products. In the financial year 2022/23, we launched a second organic range (DOUGLAS Naturals) and plan to further increase the share of certified natural products that are in line with the COSMOS organic standard. This certification defines criteria that companies must meet to ensure that all relevant drivers of the products are organic, including ingredient origin and labeling. Beyond that, our corporate brands continue to partner with Plastic Bank, a social enterprise that prevents plastic waste from polluting the oceans by creating recycling ecosystems in coastal communities.
As a leader in the cosmetics industry, we understand that every aspect of our products, including packaging, should reflect our commitment to excellence. Our packaging strategy embodies our dedication to quality, safety, and sustainability, setting rigorous standards for regulatory compliance, technical precision, and environmental stewardship.
Sustainability is ingrained in discussions with our largest assortment brand partners, fostering a collaboration on critical issues like climate action, the overall reduction of plastic and packaging materials, and the enhancement of transparency towards customers. That is why in the financial year 2022/23, we joined the EcoBeautyScore Consortium, an initiative of the cosmetics industry consisting of manufacturers, retailers and associations, to enable consumers to make more informed and sustainable choices. The consortium is currently developing an environmental impact assessment and scoring system for cosmetic products.
The DOUGLAS Group operates strategically in a market environment that is changing rapidly. At the same time, we are aware of our corporate responsibility. Our strong relationships with industry partners and suppliers form the foundation of sustainable success. In choosing our suppliers, we ensure they meet the same social and environmental standards that guide our own actions. Our standards are defined in the DOUGLAS Group Supplier Code of Conduct, which is based on the recognition of labour and social standards as well as international human rights.
