In The Pink

In the Pink October is internationally known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and with more and more companies supporting this cause, it’s now easier than ever to show you care. With girly pink products on sale this month a percentage of sales will go towards charities which help with the research, prevention and cure of breast cancer. Remember, early detection is the key and with one in eleven women in Ireland effected by breast cancer, it’s vital that we spread the word and encourage regular breast checks. Here’s our guide to looking great in pink and showing you care! Pink Bling! Queen of bling, Madonna (that’s her Madge-isty to you and me) loves to shine in her Swarokoski crystals and this month, the company that brought us her sparkling eyelashes has teamed up with Action Breast Cancer to produce a fab range of specially commissioned pink products. Think utterly show stoppingly gorgeous pink cocktail rings, a beautiful pink flower bracelet and a limited edition Swarovski pink “Power” clutch bag. These stylish pink products are already being snapped up by celebs who want to show their support for Breast Cancer Month. The limited edition pink crystal baguette-style “Power” clutch bag is bang-on-trend this season and every inch of its surface is covered with tiny pink crystals, complimented by a sliver clasp and silver chain strap. This one-off bag is not available in stores and will be auctioned at an exclusive Swarovski/Action Breast Cancer event on the 9^th October, with all proceeds going to the charity. The “Think Pink” collection of Swarovski products, are now available in Swarovski stores on Grafton and Henry Street. The limited edition cocktail ring costs €235 with all proceeds going to the Action Breast Cancer and the charm bracelet will retail at €28, with €10 of each sale going to Action Breast Cancer. Hand Relief

For charitable hands pick up this limited edition Hand Relief cream from Aveda and you’ll be donating €3.00 from each sale to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Boob Tube!

Give your breasts a boost and pamper them this month with the Time for Awareness Collection (€72) from Elemis which contains the exclusive ‘boob tube’ - a fabulous, fuchsia pink tube of Pro-Collagen lifting treatment neck and bust cream which is specially created for Breast Cancer month. This collection also includes the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream which is a super anti-ageing face cream. 10% of sales go to the Lavender Trust Breast Cancer Care.

Pretty in Pink

Pink Ribbons are synonymous with Breast Cancer month so brighten up your look with a dash of pink and show your support. You can pick up ribbons, pins and key rings in Boots plus useful information leaflets on how to be more breast aware. By purchasing a pin €3 will be donated to Action Breast Cancer with €2 donated from the sale of a ribbon and €4 from the sale of the keyrings.

Celebrity makeup artist Jemma Kidd has launched two hot pink products from her range available in Boots this month. Check out this gorgeous Jemma Kidd Essential Face Brush (€14.50) and Jemma Kidd Lasting Tint Lash Mascara (€17.50) with 10% donations going to Action Breast Cancer.

Keep your tresses shiny with these fabulous products from the Mark Hill range. Mark Hill De-Frizz Cleanser Shampoo (€8.70) and Mark Hill De-Frizz Moisturising Conditioner (€8.70) will carry a 10% donation to Action Breast Cancer for the month of October.

Spread a little love.

Make bath time incredible with these spicy, ginger body products from Origins which are packed with sensuous essences and enjoy an extra feel good factor, as you’ll be supporting vital cancer research in St. Vincent’s Hospitable Cancer Clinic.

Pink Spots

This Zeno zit zapper looks pretty sleek in pink and as girly gadgets go it will impress your friends, especially as it can apparently keep your skin blemish free by using the science of heat to zap those zits! To coincide with Breast Cancer Month a new high spec ‘pink’ version of the product has been launched with a percentage of proceeds going to Action Breast Cancer. To zap zits and mild acne, you simply turn the device on the affected area, and according to the manufactures you’ll feel a low-level heat dose to the pimple which causes spots to self-destruct. Pink Zeno Pro costs €215 and to purchase visit http://www.myzeno.ie/ and leading pharmacies nationwide. To locate your nearest stockist, contact (045) 480695.