Did you know October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month?
Over 200,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer and almost 40,000 of those women will die from the disease, according to this year’s estimates by the American Cancer Society. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States other than skin cancer, and the chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer some time during her life is a little less than 1 in 8. That’s why this month it’s so important to show your support for these women whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. And what better way to do that than to go shopping?
What we mean is, shopping for “pink products” that support raising the awareness of breast cancer. Here at HC, we’ve rounded up some of the best pink products out there. So do your collegietteTM charitable duty this month: show your support with these stylish promo products!
Sephora Collection Compact Mirror ($9.00)
Sephora Collection Pop-up Brush ($10.00)
Sephora Collection Pink Eyelash Curler ($16.00)
Clarisonic Skincare Brush – BCA Pink ($195.00)
Sultra’s Bombshell Pink BCA 1″ Curling Iron ($130.00)
Next time you stock up on makeup, make sure to shop at Sephora for their limited edition pink rhinestone-studded compact mirror, pop-up hair brush, and eyelash curler! These items are perfect to add to the purse of any collegietteTM on-the-go since they’re handheld, chic, and perfectly affordable! Sephora will be donating $1.00 from each sale from the BCA items in their collection to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. If you’re willing to splurge a little more on beauty, be sure to check out Clarisonic’s Skincare Brushand Sultra’s Bombshell Pink Curling Iron. These brand name companies are partnering up with Sephora in their donations to breast cancer awareness.
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Save the Ta-tas Text Bracelet ($5.97)
Do you “<3” boobs? If you have a sense of humor (and you’re a texting fanatic), then you’ll absolutely love this rubber wristband. Fashion designer Julia Fikse first came up with the Save the Ta-tas Foundation in 2008 as a way to fight breast cancer. All of the Save the Ta-tas products are hilarious and support a great cause. Their complete line of funny, quirky products, including the Save the Ta-tas Text Bracelet, can be bought online at the Save the Ta-tas Foundation official website.
Adidas BTBC Track Clothes ($30.00 – 68.00)
If you’re looking to revamp your workout wardrobe, while helping raise money for BCA, you should check out Adidas. They’re launching theirBreak Through Breast Cancerline of black and pink tees, skirts, and shorts this month and giving 10 percent of the registered retail price back to the BTBC Foundation located in the UK. You’ll look sleek and sexy in these track suits trotting around campus.
iRenew Wellness Bracelet ($19.99)
If you’re looking for a trendy, athletic wristband (to go with your new Adidas apparel, of course), iRenew is introducing its pink wristband in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month with 15 percent of the bracelet’s proceeds going to the 26.2 with Donna National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer. The iRenew Breast Cancer Bracelet features the pink breast cancer ribbon logo and uses Selective Frequency Resonance™ technology that helps support strength, balance and endurance in an active lifestyle. Celebrities like Gabrielle Union and Jessica Szhor have been spotted wearing them! The iRenew Breast Cancer Bracelet is available at www.iRenew.com.
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Forever 21 Breast Cancer Awareness Trench Coat ($29.80)
Forever 21 Breast Cancer Awareness – Striped Cosmetic Bag ($4.80)
Forever 21 Breast Cancer Awareness – Duo Lip Gloss Set ($5.80)
Forever 21 Ditsy Heart Umbrella ($5.80)
If you love to shop at Forever 21 for their great bargains, you’ll want to check out their Pink is Courage line. These designated products, from beauty kits to pajamas, are collegietteTM cute and affordable. Shop their entire line of pink products in stores or online at www.forever21.com.
“Collins” Cowboy Boots ($179.99)
Country star Reba McEntireis teaming up with Susan G. Komen for the Cure this year to raise awareness and support for women diagnosed with the disease. Brown Shoe Company has pledged $20,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure with sales from the limited-edition “Collins” cowboy boots. With these girly, rosy pink boots, you can add some Western flare to your wardrobe while supporting breast cancer research. Pair these cowboy boots with a denim jacket, floral dress, and tights for a flity fall outfit, with a Western vibe!
Anne Klein Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet ($30.00)
If you’re looking for some chic jewelry beyond the typical elastic wristband, check out this sophisticated silver-tone bangle bracelet from Anne Klein. Anne Klein is donating $50,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. This bracelet features two intertwined breast cancer ribbons at the stretch opening, honoring the organization’s commitment to research.
OPI Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts ($8.50)
If you haven’t tried the shatter nail polish trend, now’s your chance! OPI is launching their limited edition Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer in support of Susan G. Komen for the Cure for the fifth year in a row by making their annual donation of $25,000.
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Philosophy Hope in a Jar ($38.00)
Have a do-it-yourself spa day with your friends using Philosophy’s limited edition Hope in a Jar original formula moisturizer package. It’s part of their breast cancer cause promotion and every $5.00 will go directly to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Pink Jasper Ring ($170.00)
If you’re looking for a little pink bling, Charles Albert creations make for the perfect cocktail rings. Kim Kardashian and Ke$ha have been seen wearing these rings! Charles Albert will be donating 25 percent of sales of its Pink Jasper Ring and Pink Agate Ring to Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization. They are available online at www.charlesalbertlookbook.com.
Avon Breast Cancer Crusade Novelty Umbrella ($10.00)
Avon Breast Cancer Crusade Pink Water Bottle ($5.00)
Avon Breast Cancer Crusade Tennis Bracelet ($5.00)
Avon has always been a promoter of women’s issues and every year, the beauty brand puts out a line of their designated “ribbon” products geared to fundraising for breast cancer awareness. Brighten up your rainy days on campus with their Novelty Umbrellaor keep hydrated with their Water Bottle. Take a look at their Tennis Bracelet–it’s feminine and absolutely stunning! You can shop their entire collection at www.shop.avon.com. The best part is 100 percent of profits go to breast cancer research!