AS Watson Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Donna Poon as the new Managing Director of Watsons Hong Kong, effective 1 November 2025.
Watsons, AS Watson Group's flagship health and beauty brand, announces the exclusive launch of “The Watsons Family” - an innovative and vibrant character-driven intellectual property (IP) created to revolutionise customer engagement across Asia. This creative initiative introduces 16 unique characters, each reflecting different MBTI personality types, to create deeper emotional connections with customers while transforming everyday health and beauty routines into engaging, shareable experiences.
Watsons' Sustainable Choices campaign empowers customers to make more conscious purchasing decisions by offering products from multiple brands that feature more sustainable ingredients and packaging. Each product under the Sustainable Choices label aligns with four key pillars: Better Ingredients, Better Packaging, Refills, and Clean Beauty.
Watsons Philippines recently organised a coastal cleanup event where over 90 volunteers worked together to clean the beach, successfully collecting 1.19 tons of waste. Following this, an eco-tour organised by MAD Earth provided a fun and fulfilling experience for all participants. The event encouraged our colleagues to embrace sustainable habits and helped build a culture of care for our environment, one step at a time.
Watsons Hong Kong participated in the Community Sports Day organised by the InspiringHK Sports Foundation, sharing a joyful and meaningful afternoon with over 1,000 children and parents. During the event, Watsons Hong Kong health professional team designed interactive and fun games, offering practical tips to encourage a healthier lifestyle. Additionally, Chinese medicine practitioners and registered dietitians delivered an engaging talk, sharing insights on acupressure techniques and nutritional diets tailored for families to promote a healthier lifestyle.
Watsons Taiwan organised a beach cleanup event to mark the 10 years of this initiative, with over 300 colleagues, their families, and suppliers gathering at Feicui Bay, New Taipei City. Since 2015, Watsons Taiwan has removed over 7 tons of marine waste, reflecting its long-term commitment to doing good for the planet together!
Congratulations to Watsons on winning 16 awards at The Global Green Beauty Awards 2025, highlighting its commitment to providing and promoting sustainable product choices for our customers.
Watsons China recently collaborated with the sports app "Keep," to launch a unique running event that merges colour therapy with fitness, promoting mental and physical wellness. The event attracted over 1,000 participants and featured a vibrant carnival atmosphere. It showcased Watsons' health & beauty services, including a standout Hair Styling Booth, and encouraged balanced lifestyle through sports.
Congratulations to the 35 scholars of the Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship Program under Watsons Philippines, in partnership with Punlaan School and TESDA. This programme blends classroom learning with on-the-job training at Watsons branches, equipping apprentices with the essential skills to thrive as pharmacy assistants. This initiative reflects Watsons’ commitment to empowering future healthcare professionals and promoting inclusive employment opportunities.
Watsons Philippines recently supported a medical mission in the heart of Mandaluyong, marking its 4th Caring for Health Medical Mission. This initiative aimed to provide free health check-ups and medical consultations to over 700 beneficiaries. The success of this mission highlights Watsons' ongoing commitment to making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
