2014 Breast Cancer Beauty Products
12 Beauty Goodies That Actually Give Considerable Cash to Breast Cancer
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Every October, beauty brands pull out all their best pink products for breast cancer awareness. You can get everything from magenta lip gloss to rose body lotion emblazoned with the pink ribbon. But of all the charitable goods coming out this month, these are the most generous givers. Every philanthropic find below gives at least 20 percent of its proceeds to a cancer-related organization. Some even donate 100 percent! So if you want to appease your beauty addiction and your benevolent nature, here are our top 12 pink picks.
Chrome Girl Pink Set
The product: Chrome Girl Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Set ($26)
The donation: 30 percent of proceeds
The organization: Beauty Bus Foundation
Why you need it: Pink polish is a staple in every girl's manicure kit, and these two particular shades will pair perfectly for nails and toes so you won't even have to waste time browsing the salon selection for the ideal mani-pedi match.
Laqa & Co. Lil' Lip Duo
The product: Laqa & Co. Lil' Lip Duo ($16)
The donation: 20 percent of proceeds
The organization: Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Why you need it: These miniature tubes will easily fit in your travel makeup bag and are perfectly coordinated for layering. You can also opt to share this set with a friend . . . or not.
Arcona Magic Pink Ice
The product: Arcona Magic Pink Ice ($40)
The donation: 25 percent of the proceeds
The organization: Cancer and Careers
Why you need it: This rosy redo of the brand's Magic White Ice is an ideal pick for women with oily skin. The gel moisturizer will leave you hydrated but not shiny.
RGB x Jennifer Fisher
The product: RGB x Jennifer Fisher ($18) nail polish in T.I.T.S.
The donation: 20 percent of the proceeds
The organization: Fashion Targets Breast Cancer
Why you need it: Pink is the staple color of breast cancer awareness, and this fuchsia shade is aptly named T.I.T.S. (Testing Is the Solution). This bright hue is just one of the many lacquers in the collaboration between RGB Cosmetics and jewelry designer, Jennifer Fisher.
Ebb & Flow Plumeria Diffuser
The product: Ebb & Flow Plumeria Diffuser ($46)
The donation: 20 percent of the proceeds
The organization: Bright Pink
Why you need it: We were sad to see Summer go, but we're holding on to the scents of vacation season with this uplifting tropical diffuser. Hello, Hawaii!
Emi-Jay Pink Ribbon
The product: Emi-Jay Pink Ribbon 5-Pack ($13)
The donation: 20 percent of the profits
The organization: Bright Pink
Why you need it: The pink ribbon has been synonymous with breast cancer awareness for decades, and rocking this hair accessory on your wrist or ponytail is a creative way to show your support. Plus, these fabric bands don't snap or create dents in your strands.
Shiseido Lacquer Rouge in Dollface
The product: Shiseido Lacquer Rouge in Dollface ($25)
The donation: $5 for every product sold
The organization: Cancer & Careers
Why you need it: We already own this lipstick in about every shade possible because the product goes on easy like a gloss yet dries matte. And there is no need for layering with such powerful pigments. We'll proudly wear the new pink shade, Dollface, in support of the cause.
Supersmile Crystal Collection Toothbrush in Pink Diamond
The product: Supersmile Crystal Collection Toothbrush in Pink Diamond ($15)
The donation: 75 percent of the proceeds
The organization: Share Cancer Support Charity
Why you need it: If there is one thing we like to stock up on, it's spare toothbrushes. They're not only good for your smile, but old ones can also be recycled for beauty tools. You can use them to tame flyaways and fill in brows, for example.
Smashbox Be Legendary Lip Gloss in Promise
The product: Smashbox Be Legendary Lip Gloss in Promise ($20)
The donation: $5 for every tube sold
The organization: Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Why you need it: Remember the sticky lip glosses you used every morning in high school homeroom? Well, this product is not like that. This gloss is the grown-up version of that wet-lip look, but you won't have to worry about your lips sticking together.
Jane Iredale Smell the Roses Hydration Spray
The product: Jane Iredale Smell the Roses Hydration Spray ($29)
The donation: 100 percent of the proceeds
The organization: Living Beyond Breast Cancer
Why you need it: Dry Fall skin doesn't stand a chance against this moisturizing mist. You can use it before and after applying makeup to achieve a dewy finish. Or just give yourself a spritz midday to relieve skin from the hydration-sucking effects of the indoor heater.
Estée Lauder Modern Muse Solid Perfume
The product: Estée Lauder Modern Muse Compact ($50)
The donation: 100 percent of proceeds
The organization: Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Why you need it: Solid perfume is one of our favorite travel essentials because it fits right into the TSA liquid restrictions. With your body heat, the scent melts slowly, leaving a warm, lasting fragrance.
Suki Ultra-Protect Body Balm
The product: Suki Ultra-Protect Body Balm ($28)
The donation: 100 percent of proceeds
The organization: Breast Cancer Action
Why you need it: This thick butter is perfect for locking in moisture as the temperature drops drastically. It's especially helpful for women with eczema.
