As an organization deeply rooted in the communities we serve, City Pharmacy is proud of our consistent support Small to Medium Enterprises (SME) businesses through our WE PNG BUY PNG Program, by not only providing a retail footprint for local products, but also through technical and business advice, enabling further economic empowerment for these businesses to grow.
In the latest addition to our SME-supported beauty lineup is Doris’s Neem Products, a plant-based haircare and skincare brand created by Doris Joe, a 25-year-old Entrepreneur from Enga Province.
Created using the Neem Plant, Doris’s Neem Products includes products such as Neem Powder, Hair Cream, Hair Growth Tonic, Oil and Body Scrub – all which are now available from City Pharmacy Showroom (Islander Drive), Vision City and Waigani Central in Port Moresby at launch.
The milestone partnership was marked by a small but significant in-store “go-to-market” launch at the City Pharmacy Showroom branch in Port Moresby, among representatives from CPL Group, members of the media, and shoppers who gathered to witness this important step forward for Ms. Joe and her expanding brand.
“This collaboration reflects CPL Group’s continued dedication to uplifting local entrepreneurs, particularly women-led businesses. Doris’s Neem Products joins a growing portfolio of Papua New Guinean SMEs already supported in our stores, including QueenPads, Mushu Virgin Coconut Oil, Pearl Body Scrub, and Niugini Naturals.”
Christopher Lam – GM Marketing & Advertising, CPL Group
Doris’s journey began with a personal fascination for neem, sparked after reading a book about herbs and their healing properties. Inspired by the quote, “No one sees the miracle behind Neem,” she was motivated to create her own hair oil for personal use, with the support of her mother.
Her breakthrough came in 2022 when she shared her hair transformation journey on social media. The post quickly gained traction, going viral, and attracting widespread attention. As interest grew, she began receiving numerous inquiries about her results—prompting her to turn her passion into a business opportunity. Until now, all sales, marketing, and advertising for Doris’s Neem Products have been driven through social media platforms and a network of agents.
“Thank you, CPL, for believing in me and my product. I believe in the power of neem and its natural benefits, and this partnership is a dream come true. It gives me the opportunity to share what I started from my home with more Papua New Guineans and to inspire other young women to pursue their ideas.”
Doris Joe – Founder/Owner, Doris’s Neem Products
This partnership reflects CPL’s commitment to nurturing local entrepreneurship while providing customers with access to high-quality, homegrown products.
