Our Commitment to Responsible Sourcing

Key Takeaways on Dove's Responsible Sourcing

• Ethical Sourcing Commitment: Dove is dedicated to creating sustainably and ethically sourced products, ensuring a positive impact on both the environment and local communities.
• Supplier Standards: We partner with suppliers who adhere to strict Responsible Sourcing Policies and Sustainable Agriculture Codes, upholding high standards for workers' rights and land protection.
• Fragrance Ingredient Transparency: We actively trace the origin of naturally-derived ingredients in our fragrances, working with partners like Firmenich and Givaudan for social sustainability.
• Community Investment: Our sourcing initiatives, such as those for vetiver in Haiti and green mandarin in Brazil, directly support farmers with fair prices, healthcare access, education, and reforestation efforts.
• Supply Chain Traceability: Through partnerships, we achieve greater transparency and traceability in our supply chain, building trust with local producers and ensuring stable incomes.

At Dove, we are deeply committed to ensuring our fragrances are responsibly sourced. We proudly collaborate with our esteemed fragrance house partners, Firmenich and Givaudan. Their robust responsible sourcing and social sustainability programs are instrumental in guaranteeing that the naturally-derived ingredients we utilize are farmed in ways that genuinely benefit the local communities where these crops thrive. We make it our priority to understand the precise origin of every ingredient we use. Here, we highlight some of these natural ingredients and detail their specific sourcing locations:

From Haiti: Vetiver – Empowering Communities

Do you appreciate the refreshing aroma of our Dove Men+Care Cool Fresh Antiperspirant range? That distinctive scent comes from vetiver, an essential oil extracted from a plant root. The highest quality vetiver is cultivated in Haiti. Recognizing that despite rising vetiver prices, farmers' access to basic necessities remained low, Firmenich initiated a responsible project focused on social sustainability. This vital initiative not only secures our supply chain but also significantly supports farmers through premium prices and provides improved access to essential healthcare and education. We are incredibly proud of this sustainable development, which exemplifies our commitment to ethical sourcing and community investment.

From Brazil: Green Mandarin – Cultivating Sustainability

The vibrant green mandarin, a key ingredient in our caring Nourishing Secrets range, is sourced from Brazil. Here, Firmenich has forged a strategic partnership with Biocitrus (a member of Naturals Together) to ensure both exclusive and sustainable sourcing of this valuable ingredient. Reforestation plays a crucial role in this collaboration; Firmenich generously donated 15,000 native seedlings for planting along riverbanks and 3,000 new Cai Mandarin trees. This fantastic project is designed to make farming more inclusive and profitable, encouraging the next generation to remain in the industry while simultaneously benefiting the environment. We believe it is crucial to be responsible in our material sourcing practices, and through initiatives like this, we are continually raising the bar for sustainability.

From Indonesia: Patchouli – Transparent Supply Chains

Patchouli is a well-known ingredient, often found in perfumes and deodorants. It is a versatile ingredient we incorporate across many Dove products, including the iconic fragrance of our Dove Original Antiperspirant Deodorant. For such a staple ingredient, a sustainable supply chain is paramount. Givaudan’s "Sourcing for Shared Value" approach is instrumental in achieving this. By sourcing the raw material close to its origin, they provide us with greater transparency and traceability throughout the supply chain. This approach fosters trust and solid relationships with local smallholder producers. Givaudan has maintained its own collection network on the Island of Sulawesi since 2013, purchasing patchouli oil from hundreds of producers and local suppliers. This directly contributes to a more stable income for the producing communities, ensuring our adherence to socially responsible sourcing practices and strengthening our overall Dove supply chain.

Dove's Enduring Commitment to a Better World

At Dove, our commitment to responsible sourcing goes beyond just ingredients; it's about fostering a sustainable future for both people and the planet. By partnering with organizations like Firmenich and Givaudan, we ensure that every product you choose supports ethical practices, community empowerment, and environmental stewardship. We believe that true beauty extends to the positive impact we make at every step of our supply chain. Join us in celebrating a world where care for yourself and the world around you go hand-in-hand.

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