Throughout my life, October has always been a colorful month. Growing up Peru it symbolizes the ‘Mes Morado,’ or purple month, which is a time when devout Catholics dress in purple to honor el Señor de los Milagros, or the Lord of the Miracles.
Though I always remember this cultural custom, nowadays for me, it’s all about pink as a way to raise breast cancer awareness. This is a cause very close to my heart, as every year I pick a handful of products that contribute to the cause.
Now that we have all of the colors that have made an impact in my life, I give you my favorites for 2013. And if I say so myself, some of these goodies are simply divine. Even more meaningful for me were all of the charities out there devoted to this epidemic.
1. Clarisonic Skincare brush — BCA Pink: This magic wand leaves your skin silky smooth and if you purchase this color, proceeds help fund the fight against breast cancer.
2. Bobby Brown Pink Peony Set: A chic duo of powder and mini brush helps fight breast cancer, with a $10 donation from the sale of each set benefiting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
3. Diptyque Pink Roses Candle: This limited edition candle is simply divine and very fresh. Twenty percent of the proceeds go to the Pink Agenda.
4. Butter London Nail Lacquer in Pink Ribbon: This is the perfect color for your classic manicure and it also represents breast cancer awareness.
5. Stella & Dot Tribute Bracelet: This adjustable bracelet is perfect as a part of a stack or simply solo. The little pink crystals sure add some pizzazz. Twenty percent of sales go The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
6. Jo Malone Red Roses Body and Hand Wash: This luxurious fragrance brand is donating $20,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. You can go straight to their website and give without a purchase.
7. Estée Lauder Pink Ribbon Evelyn Lauder & Elizabeth Hurley ‘Dream Collection’ Lip Set: This makeup giant has been promoting breast cancer awareness for years and this little package is perfect for you or a gift. For each purchase of this set, Estée Lauder will donate 20 percent of the suggested retail price to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
8. Oakley Entranced Breast Cancer Awareness Edition Prescription Eyewear: This chic eyeglasses will not only help you see better, but $20 of the proceeds go to the Young Survival Coalition, an organization that gives assistance to women under 40 living with breast cancer.
9. La Mer Hand Treatment: Your hands will thank you for this one as it will prevent dry skin! For every purchase of this treatment, La Mer will donate part of the proceeds to The Breast Cancer Research Fund.
10. Kendra Scott Grayce Statement Necklace in Petal: Talk about making a statement and helping a cause! Twenty percent of proceeds from select Kendra Scott pink pieces purchased in October will benefit Komen Austin.
11. Avon Breast Cancer Ear Buds: Hot pink and rhinestones! With these babies, the support for this cause doesn’t get any louder. And if that isn’t music to your ears, 100 percent of the net profits will be donated to the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade.
I guess for this month, pink is the new black indeed and for my beloved countrymen, it’s also about the plums, lavenders and aubergines.
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