by Brooke Varney
It’s that time of year again, when the leaves’ colors begin to change, and it seems as though you can’t get anything to eat that doesn’t have some sort of pumpkin component. (Not that we’re complaining…) October is also the month when brands release their shiniest new pink products to raise money and awareness for breast cancer research. If you happen to need gifts for a friend’s birthday, are doing a bit of early Christmas shopping, or simply want to treat yourself, any of these products will complete the job just wonderfully.
bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss in Survivor (£16.00)
For the month of October, bareMinerals will be selling a brand new shade of lip gloss that is universally flattering, which means it’s also perfect for gift-giving. For every carnation pink Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss in Survivor (£16.00) sold, bareMinerals will donate £5.00 to Look Good Feel Better, a charity which this year is celebrating its 20-year anniversary. Look Good Feel Better raises funds in order to give free skincare and makeup classes, as well as self-help materials to help people battling breast cancer feel better about themselves as they go through the sometimes intense physical changes that come with treatment.
Monster iSport Intensity Earphones in Neon Pink (£62.45)
For the month of October, Monster will be selling their iSport Intensity Earphones in Neon Pink (£62.45), with £5.00 from each pair sold to be donated to Breast Cancer Care. Designed to be washable, sweat-proof, UV-protected, and built with a sound-isolating clip, the earphones are ideal for working out as they will stay put no matter what. They are the perfect gift for any girl you know who loves to stay fit, and are a nice treat for yourself if you’re in need of some motivation to hit the gym.
Zumba Party in Pink Apparel (£8.30-£38.68)
Another great option for the girl who loves to stay fit is the new Zumba Party in Pink Apparel (£8.30-£38.68). The pieces in the collection are designed to be just as comfy as they are stylish, making it a lot harder to dread working out. Best of all, 30% from the sale of each item will be donated to the Zumba Global Research Grant for Breast Cancer Prevention, the first ever medical research grant named for the Zumba program toward preventative research. Ranging from clothing to accessories, there’s something that every girl would love.
The Pampered Chef Help Whip Cancer Collection (£7.00-£14.50)
We don’t know about you, but when we cook and bake we like the tools we’re using to be just as pretty as the end result they’re helping us create. Thankfully, just in time for the prime Autumn/Winter baking season, The Pampered Chef’s Help Whip Cancer Collection (£7.00-£14.50) is available for purchase during the entire month of October. For every purchase of one of the products, all of which come in the most lovely shade of light pink, £1 will be donated to Cancer Research UK. Whether you’re in need of brightening up your kitchen, or gifts for any domestic goddesses in your life, you’ll be sure to find something perfect from this collection.