Doctrine skincare, the award-winning Irish skincare brand dedicated to sustainability, is making waves in the beauty industry by addressing the challenges of eco-friendly packaging and promoting sustainable beauty practices. As part of its commitment to the environment, Doctrine is implementing innovative measures to ensure that beauty enthusiasts can enjoy high-quality skincare products without compromising on the health of their skin or the planet.
Doctrine’s products, including Divinity Cleansing Balm (€42) and Radiant C Serum (€54) are both crafted here in Ireland, supporting local businesses and reducing product air miles. The brand uses Miron Glass for packaging, which protects products by controlling UV penetration. Bottles and jars are screen-printed in Cork, eliminating the need for labels and reducing waste. While the glass is 100% recyclable the lids are currently made from non-recyclable materials. Doctrine instruct customers to remove these components before recycling, and the brand is actively working towards using mono-materials for all packaging parts for easier recycling.
Doctrine’s outer cardboard cartons are made from FSC-certified board and are 100% compostable. These can be torn up and placed in brown bins or garden compost, sourced from an Irish supplier to support local businesses and cut down on transportation emissions.
Doctrine is setting a high standard for sustainability in the beauty industry. The head of R&D, Tracey Ryan, shares her top tips to help consumers make more informed, sustainable decisions about their beauty habits, promoting a collective effort to positively impact the planet;
- Buy less! Instead of buying lots of products buy quality products that you enjoy using and use them until the last drop instead of collecting a large stash of products – skincare products do expire.
- Support local businesses and buy from Irish brands when possible to reduce carbon footprint and support your local community and economy.
- Follow instructions on how to properly recycle product components, such as removing non-recyclable parts like the specific instructions on Doctrine’s Radiant C Serum bottle.
- Choose sustainably sourced ingredients, biotech and nature identical ingredients are a great example of ingredients that don’t over use precious resources.
- Reduce waste and simplify your routine by using products that serve multiple purposes Doctrine’s Divinity Cleansing Balm (€42) can be used as a cleanser or a calming and moisturising face mask.
Doctrine Divinity Cleansing Balm (€42): Perfect for summer holidays, this compact and eco-friendly cleanser keeps your skin clean and refreshed. Made with natural, ethically sourced ingredients, it removes impurities, excess oil, and sunscreen residue without stripping moisture. Enriched with nourishing botanical extracts, it leaves your skin soft, supple, and ready for the summer sun.
Doctrine Radiant C Serum (€54): Combat summer stressors sustainably with this powerful serum. It hydrates, rejuvenates, and protects your skin against sun exposure, pollution, and dehydration. The blend of antioxidants, vitamins, and moisture-binding ingredients reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven texture, ensuring your skin stays smooth, plump, and radiant all summer long.
Doctrine products are available to purchase online at https://www.doctrineskincare.com/
