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You might have noticed that we have a thing for supporting women-owned businesses.

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Or legacy brands that arent owned by women but are finding new success with women at the helm?

Or major companies that are launching noteworthy female-centric projects?

Some are household names that were born when a woman noticed something obvious missing in the marketplace.

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The St. Regis Chicago—part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio, which is overseen by Tina Edmundson (inset)—was designed by world-renowned architect Jeanne Gang of Studio Gang. The 101-story tower is the tallest building in the world designed by a woman.

(Can you believe it used to be hard to find chlorine-free diapers or tampons?)

Others are powerhouse names that are leaning into female leadership and woman-centric projects and products.

Some are companies you didnt even know had a major connection to women.

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The St. Regis Chicago—part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio, which is overseen by Tina Edmundson (inset)—was designed by world-renowned architect Jeanne Gang of Studio Gang. The 101-story tower is the tallest building in the world designed by a woman.

One holy-grail product that It unleashed on the world: theYour Skin but Better CC+ Cream.

Were proud of the role women have played throughout Marriotts history, starting with my grandmother, David says.

The 101-story tower is the tallest building in the world designed by a woman.

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moment: Beatrice Dixon concocted a natural wash that finally cured her persistent bacterial vaginosis.

More proof: In January, Compass Diversified acquired a majority stake in the company for $380 million.

The Honey Pot Herbal Super Pads With Wings

Supergoop!

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Another bestseller to check out: thePomegranate & Honey Twisting Souffle.

It was a new kind of brand, aspirational yet accessible, cool yet practical, subtle yet insider.

So we very intentionally worked to mentor and train and bring an extraordinary new group of talented filmmakers through.

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And by doing that, weve also left the door open for this to happen again.

The subject matter also marks a first in the realm of wildlife documentaries.

The Estee Lauder Company

This iconic beauty brand isnt feminine in just name but also vision.

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Yet this Champagne brand has a less known and uniquely female backstory.

(Well, first she was a receptionist in a hair salon.)

Carols Daughter hit the big-time after launching on HSN and then getting picked up by Target in 2014.

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Current hot seller to try: theHair Milk Refresher Spray for Curls & Coils.

Carols Daughter Hair Milk Curl Refresher Spray

E.L.F.

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Known for making ultra-affordable makeup, E.L.F.

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The brand is also focused on introducing hero products that are dupes for viral items from pricier brands.

Its own viral product of the moment:Halo Glow Liquid Filter Complexion Booster.

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