PRETTY IN PINK

STYLE & BEAUTY FOR BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

By Gerrie Summers

As a breast cancer survivor, this month has a special meaning for me. If you haven’t done so already, be sure to schedule a mammogram, exercise and eat plenty of healthy, cancer-fighting foods. Here are BCA-style and beauty items to consider (and you can also visit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for more items at bcrfshoppink.org), so you can look good and do good.

SKINNYTEES
The Basic Tank/Basic Cami

Skinnytees has a different approach to BCA month. Every year the company has their “Breast Sale Ever” campaign. Skinnytees founder Linda Schlesinger-Wagner wanted to make giving more personal and help an individual suffering from breast cancer, to make a difference in the recovery process. One person is selected and the proceeds from the sales from the Basic Tank and the Basic Cami during the month of October go towards paying the recipient’s medical bills. In addition all sales from the tank and cami (both of which contain a “secret slimming weapon” in the fabric!) are matched by Skinnytees and donated to the survivor. Info: skinnytees.com.

EMINENCE ORGANIC SKIN CARE
Sweet Red Rose Whip Moisturizer

This moisturizer is an all-natural, organic face cream with ingredients (including sweet rose petals) that hydrate and revitalize the skin and has anti-aging benefits from antioxidants, vitamins A, C, E, chamomile (reduces redness and inflammation), and shea butter (emollient). Eminence donates $5 for every purchase of Sweet Red Rose Whip Moisturizer to national breast cancer foundations, not just in October but year round. Info: buynaturalskincare.com.

IDEOLOGY
BCA Activewear

Macy’s has teamed up with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) to donate proceeds from select Ideology activewear (created for Macy’s) to the organization. A donation of 20 percent of the sale price of items like the Breast Cancer Logo Leggings, Ideology Warrior Sweatshirt, and Fight Like A Girl hoodie, leggings and T-shirts, will be donated to BCRF during the month of October. Info: macys.com.

ESTEE LAUDER
Limited Edition Advanced Night Repair

The Limited Edition Advanced Night Repair not only supports your skin’s nighttime repair process, but also supports breast cancer research. The limited edition packaging also comes with a Pink Ribbon bracelet. A donation of 20 percent of the suggested retail price goes to BCRF (which was founded by Evelyn H. Lauder, former VP of Estee Lauder, who had been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer). Info: esteelauder.com.

PEDIPOCKET
Moxie Magenta PediPocket

During BCA month, PediPocket will donate $5 per Moxie Magenta throw blankets that are sold. This plush fleece blanket in a hot pink color has a spacious foot pocket and is machine washable and dryer friendly. It keeps you warm from head-to-toe. In addition to its donation to BCRF, the company is also donating blankets to local hospitals, for comfort for patients during chemotherapy to provide warmth from the patients experience during chemo sessions. Info: www.pedipocketblanket.com.

DONNA KARAN
Cashmere Mist BCA Limited Edition Eau de Parfum

Donna Karan’s best-selling Cashmere Mist Eau de Parfum has top notes of Lily of the Valley, middle notes of Moroccan Jasmine and bottom note of Sandalwood. For BCA, Cashmere Mist is presented in limited edition packaging with the Pink Ribbon logo. A donation of 20 percent of the purchase price will go to BCRF through June 2020. Info: macys.com.

BOBBI BROWN
Proud to Be Pink Lip Color Duo

In support of The Estee Lauder Company’s Breast Cancer Campaign, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics is donating $24 from the purchase of the Proud to Be Pink Lip Color to BCRF. The duo in limited edition pink packaging includes full coverage Lip Colors in Pink and Tulle. The BCA sales will continue through the end of June 2020. Info: bobbibrowncosmetics.com.

ISLIDE
Custom Slide Sandals for BCA

With celebrity fans like Ellen DeGeneres and Justin Bieber, ISlide makes custom slides that you can design yourself. Its slogan is “Stand In For What You Stand For” and has a number of slides for which 40 percent of purchase goes to BCRF year-round. There are slides with the iconic Pink Ribbon for breast cancer, or special Slides imprinted with “Survivor,” “Hope is the New Pink.” The slides are sprayed with antimicrobial spray after production (to protect against sweaty socks and odor), and massaging contours in the foot bed for relief after a day in shoes or sneakers. Info: www.islideusa.com.

CONAIR
The Power of Pink 1875-Watt Cord-Keeper Styler

Conair’s slogan for BCA is Look Good. Do Good. You can do both with Conair’s The Power of Pink Styler. It’s suitable for all hair types and provides iconic technology for less frizz and more shine. It has three heat settings and two speed settings, a diffuser attachment for curly or wavy styles, and a cool shot button to lock in curls, waves and styles. A portion of the proceeds from sales go to BCRF; Conair will donate an additional $110,000. Info: conair.com.

TORY BURCH
Fleming Wallet Crossbody

The Fleming Wallet Crossbody bag, with its pretty quilting, diamond-stitched leather, comes with a detachable gold-chain strap and removable tassel. It’s so versatile you can use it as a wallet/clutch, crossbody or shoulder bag. A donation of 20 percent of the purchase price goes to BCRF. Info: tonyburch.com.