Celebrate Spring’s Arrival and Women’s History Month With These Beauty & Lifestyle Picks (Seen on Denver7’s “Mile High Living”)
March is an absolutely magical month — not only does it mark the beginning of the spring season, but it’s also Women’s History Month, offering us a great opportunity to celebrate all the great creators and founders who are excelling in their respective fields. Today on Denver 7’s “Mile High Living,” I shared some fantastic products from female-founded brands as well as some must-haves now that spring has arrived. Check out the segment above (or click here) and keep reading for more on everything shown on air!
OLIVIAUMMA Cloud Foam Hydrating Cleanser and Milky Resurfacing + Brightening Toner Pads
What better time than during Women’s History Month to extol the wonders of woman-founded K-beauty brand OLIVIAUMMA? Founded by Hye Young Kim, OLIVIAUMMA means “Olivia’s mom” in Korean; the moniker pays homage to Kim’s very own daughter (who is, of course, named Olivia) and underscores the brand’s cross-generational nature and its emphasis on care and connection. Born in Korea and shaped by a global perspective, OLIVIAUMMA uses premium clean and vegan ingredients, blending Korean skincare innovation with a modern sensibility. It even draws inspiration from Miami for its colorful packaging! The brand just landed at Sephora — the perfect time for all of us updating our skincare routines this spring.
First, to polish off dead and dull skin cells and “spring clean” your skin, reach for the Cloud Foam Hydrating Cleanser ($33 at Sephora and Sephora.com), a whipped, foaming, pH-balanced cleanser. This gentle, non-irritating cleanser features papain, an enzyme found in papaya that acts as a non-abrasive exfoliant, as well as apricot seed powder to slough off dead skin cells and rice and bran extracts to soothe and hydrate the skin. After cleansing, your complexion will feel soothed, hydrated and luminous.
Next, to give your complexion a springtime glow-up, reach for the new Milky Resurfacing + Brightening Toner Pads ($48 at Sephora and Sephora.com). These multi-purpose pads can be used as a toner, serum or mask treatment. To use as a toner, simply swipe a pre-moistened pad over your clean complexion in gentle movements. To use as a serum, follow the exact same process but make sure to press any remaining product onto skin until fully absorbed. And to use as a mask treatment, reach for a couple of pads — one for each cheek and one for the forehead area — and press them onto skin, then wait 15 to 20 minutes before removing.
Each pad contains: rice ferment to visibly brighten the skin and boost elasticity; bakuchio, a plant-based, gentle retinol alternative that effectively smooths fine lines and wrinkles;, and niacinamide, which is known to help even skin tone and support the skin’s moisture barrier, allowing it to remain hydrated and healthy.
pH-D Feminine Health Creatine Menopause Relief
Founded by Dee Seymour, pH-D Feminine Health is on a mission to provide affordable, science-backed, effective feminine health solutions for women by women — and, in the process, remove any stigma attached to feminine health issues. The doctor-trusted brand is best known for its boric acid suppositories and vaginal rinses, but it’s continuing to address all aspects of feminine health — including the challenges that accompany perimenopause and menopause.
The new pH-D Creatine Menopause Relief ($21.99 on PHDfemininehealth.com and Walmart) is a clean, science-backed supplement designed to support women’s minds and bodies through menopause. It contains: clinically studied CON-CRET Creatine HCL to help promote cognitive clarity and mitigate the brain fog experienced by many women during this stage; Black Cohosh to support vaginal health and ease vaginal dryness; and Rhubarb Extract to lessen hot flashes and night sweats.
Moreover, instead of creatine monohydrate (the go-to for most creatine supplements), which can cause bloating and digestive discomfort, pH-D uses hydrochloride creatine, ensuring faster absorption and less unwanted water retention.
Osmosis Carrot Calendula Mask
When the spring season first rolls around, most of us greet it with dull-looking, fatigued, winter-worn skin. After all, the cold and dry winter air typically leads to dead and dull skin cells accumulating on the surface of the skin, causing our complexions to lose their typical radiance and exacerbating any dryness (after all, these dead skin cells act like a barrier, also prevent our serums and moisturizers from deeply penetrating skin). Luckily, we can give our complexions a radiance boost with the right skincare products — such as the new Carrot Calendula Mask from Osmosis ($48 on OsmosisBeauty.com).
Founded 28 years ago by Dr. Ben Johnson, MD, Osmosis uses a holistic approach to skincare, addressing all the conditions that contribute to skin issues. This doctor-developed skincare brand combines the purity of naturally sourced ingredients with revolutionary, scientifically validated formulas that deliver visible results.
Designed to reveal smoother, more radiant skin, the Carrot Calendula Mask incorporates lactic acid, an Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that gently exfoliates skin and promotes skin surface renewal, revealing smoother, softer, brighter skin. It also incorporates niacinamide to brighten the complexion, even skin tone, and improve skin barrier function. And to soothe skin, it features antioxidant-rich botanicals like carrot root, calendula flower and carrot seed oil.
Skincare Generics Lavish Cream
For a complexion to appear dewy and lit-from-within, it must be properly hydrated. After all, that radiance we all crave stems from light bouncing off plump-looking, supple skin — and effect that can’t be quite replicated when skin looks a bit deflated (think of how easily light reflects off the surface of a juicy grape versus that of a dried raisin). To keep your skin hydrated to the max, reach of the Skincare Generics Lavish Cream ($39.99 on SkincareGenerics.com), a high-performance moisturizer inspired by the luxurious Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream.
Formulated with advanced reverse emulsion technology, this deeply nourishing cream is readily absorbed by skin, delivering instant moisture without any heaviness or lingering greasiness. It’s fragrance-free, cruelty-free and vegan. In terms of both formula and performance, it strongly mirrors Augustinus Bader’s The Rich Cream, and yet it retails for almost a tenth of what its luxury counterpart costs.
That’s because Skincare Generics was built with the goal of making high-quality and affordable alternatives to the most beloved high-end skincare products, democratizing the beauty space once and for all. The company’s founder was inspired by the realm of pharmaceuticals and how generic drug options often perform just as well as their name-brand counterparts but are way more affordable. He decided to institute a similar model in the realm of skincare, offering top-notch products that rival luxury offerings, delivering the same level of performance at a reasonable price.
Once you experience the Lavish Cream, you’ll never want to splurge on the luxury version again— after all, who doesn’t want to flaunt beautiful skin while saving some coin?
OLIPOP Prebiotic Soda
Come spring, we all want to head outside and enjoy the warmth of the sun, the sound of birds chirping, and the glorious sight of flowers blooming. And naturally, we’re going to want to bring some beverages with us during all our outdoor adventures! OLIPOP is the perfect beverage to pack in our coolers this spring. OLIPOP offers that classic soda taste we all know and crave while incorporating a functional ingredient blend that supports digestive health. An excellent source of fiber, each can of OLIPOP contains only 2-5 grams of sugar and just 35-50 calories, making it a much healthier option than traditional soda or sugar-packed iced teas and lemonades.
OLIPOP is available in flavors like Vintage Cola, Classic Root Beer, Cream Soda, Strawberry Vanilla, Classic Grape, and Lemon Lime. Pick up your favorite flavors on DrinkOLIPOP.com or at retailers like Walmart and Target.
Scentbird x Drift + John Wick Collection
Tired of muted and unremarkable scents? Seeking bolder fragrances that feel edgy and cinematic? Then you’re in luck! Scentbird and Drift have teamed up with the John Wick franchise to launch a limited-edition Eau de Parfum and car freshener set inspired by everyone’s favorite sharply dressed, effortlessly dapper assassin.
The John Wick x Scentbird Eau de Parfum (available one scentbird.com) opens with an invigorating burst of spiced lemon, followed by a sharp gunmetal accord that makes that initial adrenaline rush feel thrillingly dangerous. The fragrance then reveals clary sage and cedarwood notes that reflect John Wick’s unflappable nature, his ability to remain grounded and composed at all times. A shot of amber bourbon completes the fragrance composition, adding a polished and elegant feel.
Consumers can bring that same elegance and intensity into their vehicles by picking up the John Wick x Drift Care Freshener Set (available on drift.co). Available in sleek wood, stone or metal designs, Drift’s limited-edition car freshener features a dangerous and debonair blend of Midnight Citrus, Black Pepper, Dark Amber, and Aged Cedarwood.
