Stories

Innovation can come from happenstance and some of the best ideas emerge unexpectedly. Such is the story of Smooth, our newest product, a luxurious facial balm with a silky texture to hydrate, reduce fine lines and brighten your skin. Founder and CEO, Francine Sommer likes to describe how it came ...

Respect Wellness, known for its innovative CBD products targeting menopause symptoms, unveils ‘Smooth,’ a luxurious facial balm that provides a transformative skincare experience for women navigating the complexities of hormonal changes and aging.

As the temperatures dip this winter season our skin needs some extra TLC. This dry and cold period brings its own set of challenges for our skin, which is compounded by hormonal shifts from peri/menopause.

No problem, we’ve got you! Prepare for a truly transformative experience with Glow by Respect Wellness.

In this podcast Richard Eeds interviews CEO and Founder of Respect Wellness, Francine Sommer. She shares her journey and inspiration for creating Respect Wellness and supporting women during menopause. Enjoy! Time: 13 minutes    

Welcome to a new era in women's wellness, where we acknowledge and support the transitional periods known as peri/menopause or the 'Second Spring'. This phase, though natural, comes with its set of challenges. At Respect Wellness, we aim to provide women a holistic approach to counter these sympt...

Welcome to Wellness Month! As we celebrate our health and well-being, there's no better time to delve into a recent scientific advancement for menopausal women. Veozah (also known as Fezolinantant), is a non-hormonal menopause-related drug approved by the FDA on May 13,2023. This medication offers relief for women experiencing hot flashes.

Menopause, often described as the "change of life," is a natural and transformative phase in a woman's journey. Instead of viewing it as an unfavorable experience, let us embrace menopause as a woman's Second Spring—a time of growth, wisdom, and newfound freedom. In this blog, we will explore the...

Tune in to the recent episode of the CannaMom Show podcast as host Joyce Gerber engages in an informative conversation with Francine Sommer, the CEO and Founder of Respect Wellness, a hemp-based wellness brand. Their discussion centers around the unique challenges faced by women during menopause and how forms of cannabis like CBD can help alleviate its symptoms.

Hemp is a remarkable plant deeply interwoven with human civilization for millennia. Its captivating history continues to resonate  in today's skincare and wellness industry. Hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) has re-emerged as an effective option for those seeking natural remedies and skincare solutions. In this blog we explore the fascinating history of hemp and its multifaceted contributions to humanity.

Emily Linzie is an esthetician at The Remedy Spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she specializes in luxurious facials. Respect Wellness was honored to partner with her during ISPA 2023 to provide facials and educate spa professionals. Below she answers questions about taking care of our skin a...

In the pursuit of healthy and resilient skin, women seek out various skincare rituals and products. One combination we think has powerful properties is the integration of Gua Sha tools and facial oils.

It is well established that restful sleep is crucial for our health, not to mention our sense of well-being. Adequate sleep benefits essentially every part of our bodies, including brain function, immune system, cardiovascular health and metabolism. And, not surprisingly, sleep deprivation (gener...