Girls Inc. Teaches Science of Self-Care at Girls & Science Event

Denver organization offers lip scrub project to inspire teen girls' interest in STEM fields.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Girls Inc. of Metro Denver is hosting a lip scrub-making activity at the upcoming Girls & Science Kickoff Event, where teenage girls will learn the science behind skincare and beauty products. The activity aims to spark girls' curiosity in STEM fields and inspire them to see themselves as potential product creators and business owners.

Why it matters

Studies show that girls' confidence in their STEM abilities often declines during the teenage years. Events like Girls & Science are important for exposing young women to hands-on science activities and career possibilities in these fields.

The details

At the Girls Inc. booth, teens will first learn about the biology of skin and the importance of self-care. Then they'll get to make their own customized lip scrubs using simple ingredients like coconut oil and sugar. The girls can choose colors, flavors, and textures to create unique products. Beyond the fun, hands-on activity, the goal is to inspire the teens to see themselves as potential product creators and business owners.

  • The Girls & Science Kickoff Event will take place on Friday, March 6, 2026.
  • Girls Inc.'s lip scrub lesson will be offered at the event.

The players

Girls Inc. of Metro Denver

A local nonprofit that provides educational programs and mentorship to empower girls and young women.

Amariah Jean-Baptiste

The Teen Programs Manager at Girls Inc. of Metro Denver, who is overseeing the lip scrub activity.

Alexia

A 12-year-old member of Girls Inc. who is making a banana-scented lip scrub.

Ainara

A 12-year-old Girls Inc. member who is creating a lip scrub inspired by a character from the show 'Stranger Things'.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“We're learning about the science of self-care and beauty.”

— Amariah Jean-Baptiste, Teen Programs Manager, Girls Inc. of Metro Denver (cbsnews.com)

“I'm making a banana. I think it's banana scented lip scrub, and my other one is going to strawberry.”

— Alexia (cbsnews.com)

“I'm kind of like making this flavor based on one of my favorite characters from a show I like.”

— Ainara (cbsnews.com)

What’s next

The Girls & Science Kickoff Event on March 6, 2026 is free to attend, but registration is encouraged so organizers can be prepared.

The takeaway

Events like Girls & Science are crucial for exposing teenage girls to hands-on STEM activities and inspiring them to see themselves as future scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs. By sparking their interest in fields like skincare product development, Girls Inc. is helping to build girls' confidence and open their eyes to the wide range of STEM-based career paths available to them.