10 great store products created by women

Although March 8 marks International Women’s Day, it should not be the only day or the only month when we pay attention to the gender inequalities that still exist, let alone the only time of the year when we let’s try to make a difference about it. Consuming is an act that doesn’t have such a good reputation – few people want to be seen as “consumers”, and it’s sad to be treated only as “consumers” – but through this you can make big differences. Where we buy, what we buy and who we buy from can not only benefit us but also the whole community and the environment.

By choosing stores created and managed by women, in addition to supporting their businesses and reducing the economic gap somewhat, we also support other modes of production and sale, where the focus is not only on income and profit, but also on sustainability, health and fair trade. Therefore, if these days you need to give a gift, it is better to choose a company run by a woman, such as one of the ten that we select below, whose products are of guaranteed quality.

pen shop , a Chilean store founded by Claudia Silva and Urraca Darwin, is dedicated to offering high quality writing products at affordable prices. If you are passionate about writing and looking to add a touch of elegance and style to your notebooks, you cannot miss this fountain pen from the German brand Kaweco. With its colored resin body and silver metal nib, this pen is an excellent entry point for any writing or drawing enthusiast looking for quality and style in their writing instrument, but also at a affordable price.

Coquinaria , a store founded by Alejandra Elgueta, offers high quality gourmet products. This box, from the Belgian chocolate factory Café-Tasse, is no exception. Includes eight mini dark chocolate bars (5g), one 60% cocoa dark chocolate bar (45g), another 60% cocoa dark chocolate bar and orange flavored orange chocolate (45g), plus 100g of small oranges dipped in the same exceptional dark chocolate. A perfect fall gift, both for a loved one and for yourself.

To broadcast is to share: while watching a movie, getting together for an aperitif, celebrating a party or meeting up with friends, you can’t miss something tasty to add to snacks. Untannuts , a Chilean brand founded by women, offers an option that, in addition to being delicious, is healthy and sustainable. This pack of six products can satisfy all palates: it includes dips with fine herbs, shitake mushrooms, smoked paprika, merkén, chocolate with orange and hazelnuts, all made from nuts, without colorings or conservatives.

“Make it Short” is the name of this pack of essential oils from subterra , all 100% pure, and provide different nutrients to skin and hair. Almond oil, for example, helps moisturize and draw out impurities; sesame has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties —very useful for fighting dandruff—; and that of matcha tea is an ideal antioxidant for maintaining facial collagen. All Suterra products are created by Claudia Díaz, an enterprising woman dedicated to providing natural solutions for well-being and health.

the chilean store good care , led by women committed to quality and sustainability, has managed to stand out in the market for personal care and well-being products. Among its vast catalog, which includes everything from moisturizers and body oils to personal hygiene products and nutritional supplements, this rich face mask from the award-winning brand Evolve stands out, a mixture of raw cocoa powder and clay that leaves your skin soft, hydrated and calm.

Beroots is a food and wellness store that stands out for its commitment to the environment, whose priority is the nutrition and health of its customers. Its founders, Gigliola, Verónica and Melanie, sell organic products for the home which, in addition to being beneficial for those who consume them, minimize their environmental impact. An example is this Wellplus supplement which combines curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, with MCT coconut oil, increasing its absorption in the body and enhancing its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. One teaspoon a day and we will increase our energy, prevent heart disease and improve blood sugar levels, among other things.

Add elegance and comfort to your summer wardrobe with the Mielero C1 sandals from Giani Dafirenze . Made with high quality materials – 100% leather – this pair of Chilean design and manufacture is both elegant and casual, perfect to combine with any outfit. Founded by Gianina Rodriguez, this brand works with local suppliers to reduce their carbon footprint, so you too can feel good about choosing them.

Beatriz Vergara is the founder of The sock closet , a sock store that stands out for its fun and creative designs, but also for the excellent quality of the brands it sells. Fall socks, like these from Woven Pear that pay homage to nuts and acorns, are one of the brand’s most popular designs and a great option for adding a pop of color and cheer to any outfit. outfit. This pair is made from 58% combed cotton and 4% elastane for grip.

The favorite product of Nathaly Calderón, founder of the online store Everything has its place , is the shoe organizer. This article has allowed you to maintain a practical and efficient order in your home, which in addition to bringing you peace of mind, has brought a lot of well-being to your environment. It can be placed in a closet, left at the entrance of the house or in a corner of the room. In any case, this model of the Like It brand offers many possibilities, including that of expanding it by combining it with others, thus adapting it to different needs and different levels of shoe accumulation.

BORN is a women-led store focused on products to support, facilitate and make parenting more fun. From toys to furniture, clothing, accessories, cars and tableware, its goal is to offer high quality items, designed to last a long time and contribute to the development of boys and girls. Like this eva rubber mat, from the NEN brand, perfect to be the base for games, rest and discovery of buses. Durable and easy to clean, its size is ideal for any room in the house, from the living room to the bedroom or even the patio.

*Prices for products in this item are updated as of March 20, 2023. Values ​​and availability may change.