We’re gearing up for Breast Cancer Awareness month with beauty-minded products and events that raise the pink flag in support of Breast Cancer organizations. Throughout the month of October, stock up on your go-to beauty essentials or try something new with these limited-edition products created uniquely to fund research, prevention and other charities committed to the pink ribbon cause.
Three Custom Color Specialists Be Bright Lip Gloss (pictured): This sheer shade of carnation pink was created exclusively to support Bright Pink, a national non-profit that provides education and support to young women who are at high risk for breast and ovarian cancer. Pamper your pucker with this satiny gloss for $23.50 (20% of sales donated to Bright Pink) at threecustom.com.
Altru Appreciation Collection: Rich, exotic fragrances laced with Tahitian tiare, daffodil buds and white freesia petals. Accented with hammered copper containers and packaging inspired by the textiles of Persia. Get the Soy Blend Wax Candle $48, Interior Fragrance Oil $65, Aromatic Incense $15 (20% of proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation) at altrubygamillah.com.
Aveda Hand Relief: This ultra-emollient, anti-aging moisturizer is packed with antioxidants to smooth, soothe and soften dry hands. Plus, its 5-ounce size makes is perfect to pop in your bag for on-the-go use. Get it for $21 ($4 per bottle donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation) at aveda.com.
Darphin Arovita C Energic Firming Cream: An invigorating, vitamin-rich complexion helper that whips tired skin into shape by increasing elasticity, boosting moisture and safeguarding against damaging environmental stressors. Get the cream for $80 ($20 donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation) at darphin.com.
Elemis Essential Beauty Secrets Kit: Tucked inside a bright fuchsia pink cosmetic bag lie 4 award-winning Elemis products including their Papaya Enzyme Peel, Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, Pro-Collagen Oxegenating Night Cream, Lifting Treatment for neck and bust and a 5-step breast check guide. The kit is $95 ($222 value with a portion of sales benefiting Breast Cancer Care). Find out more at elemis.com.
Evelyn Lauder Lip Design Collection from Estee Lauder: Add the perfect pop of color to lips with Pure Color Lipstick in Bois de Rose, High Gloss in Blush and Artist’s Lip Pencil in Spice Writer. Collection comes in a bright pink case with mirror. Get the lip trio for $22 ($500,000 to Breast Cancer Research Foundation) at esteelauder.com.
LATHER Soap for Hope Gift Set: The sweetly exotic notes of sandalwood rose makes this soap bar and natural wood soap dish set irresistible. Snag a few as holiday gifts for $20 ($12 of each donated to City of Hope through Sept. 30, 2010) at LATHER boutiques and lather.com.
Philosophy Shower for the Cure: A creamy, all-in-one formula containing a touch of milk protein and fruit essences for hair, shower and bath. Adorned with a light pink ribbon and poem inspired by Hollywood’s “Unforgettable Evening” Women’s Cancer Research event chaired by Rita Wilson and Kate Capshaw. Get the gel for $20 (100% of net sales donated to the Women’s Cancer Research Fund) at philosophy.com. To add your own line to Philosophy’s iconic “Unforgettable” poem found the bottle visit showerforthecure.com.
For even more pink-soul shopping, Beauty.com is donating 10% of any purchase you make from Oct. 12-18 to the Cosmetic Executive Women’s Cancer and Careers initiative. For complete information and exclusive Breast Cancer Awareness products visit beauty.com/cancerandcareers.
On the local front, Phoenicians can think pink at Paradise MedSpa & Wellness in Phoenix, where throughout October, they will donate 5% of proceeds from all product sales to Susan G. Komen including Obagi, PCA, SkinMedica and more. Also, our friends at Dolce Salon & Spa in Chandler, Scottsdale and Peoria have created a unique menu of discounted services and products with a portion of proceeds benefiting Susan G. Komen. More at dolcesalonspa.com.
Oh, and don’t forget Walk for Hope on Oct. 4 and Komen Race for the Cure on Oct. 11. Whether you lace up your shoes or indulge in a new lip shine, keep in mind that breast cancer is a serious and devastating disease. Let’s do what we can. Together!
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