Social Responsibility

Social Responsibility and Recycling Initiative Policy for Doctor Q Cosmetics

Introduction
At Doctor Q Cosmetics, we are committed to advancing sustainability, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship. This policy outlines our initiatives and commitments to recycling, eco-friendly initiatives, sustainable practices, and positive community impacts.

 Core Principles
1. **Environmental Protection**: Minimize our ecological footprint through sustainable resource use and waste reduction, we have done this by avoiding use of ingredients that would be harmful to the environment, including but not limited coral reef safe products, limiting fragrances, and recyclable friendly policies regarding packaging
2. **Community Engagement**: Actively engage with and support the communities in which we operate. we are continuously approaching local communities and various fields & creating collaborations to raise awareness in regard to health, active lifestyles, & promoting recycling
3. **Transparency and Accountability**: Maintain transparency is a core principle of ours, in our practices, policies and holding ourselves accountable for our environmental and social impacts.

Recycling Initiatives
1. **Packaging Return Program**: Encourage customers to return used product containers for recycling or reuse.  you can submit 5 empty packaging of a unit and receive one for free in exchange.
2. **Eco-Friendly Packaging**: we use biodegradable, compostable, or recycled materials in our packaging to minimize waste in as many products as we can
3. **Recycling Partnerships**: we collaborate with Ministry of health and have a contract with their associated recycling center, to ensure proper & safe disposal and recycling of hard-to-recycle materials.
4. **Product Lifecycle Assessment**: we partake in product lifecycle assessments which Regularly assess the environmental impact of products throughout their lifecycle, striving for continuous improvement.

Social Responsibility Initiatives
1. **Community Outreach and Support**: We engage in community projects and support local initiatives that align with our core values, such as environmental conservation and social welfare.
2. **Employee Volunteer Programs**: We encourage and facilitate employee participation in volunteer activities.
3. **Sustainable Sourcing**: We ensure that ingredients and materials are sourced ethically and sustainably, supporting fair labour practices.
4. **Consumer Education**: We educate consumers about sustainable practices, including how to recycle or repurpose our products.



Doctor Q Cosmetics is committed to leading by example in the cosmetics industry by embracing sustainability, social responsibility, and proactive recycling practices. Through these initiatives, we aim to create a positive impact on both the environment and our communities.