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BOBBI BROWN PINK PEONY ILLUMINATING BRONZING SET FOR BREAST CANCER // PRODUCT REVIEW

October marks the start of National Breast Cancer Awareness month, and as always, there are an increasing number of companies that bring out pink products, and donate a large percentage of the proceeds of their sales to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). One brand that is huge supporter, is Bobbi Brown Cosmetics who continues to empower women and as a part of the Estée Lauder Companies group, and over the years, the group has raised over $US70 million globally to support breast cancer education and research. This year, Bobbi Brown is honouring Breast Cancer Campaign’s 25th Anniversary. So this year Bobbi Brown supports the campaign, with the Pink Peony Illuminating Bronzing Powder Set... 

The limited edition Bobbi Brown Pink Ribbon Pink Peony Illuminating Bronzing Set is available from today, September 25th, and 20% of the purchase price, equivalent to $16 will be donated to NBCF. 

The Bobbi Brown Pink Peony Illuminating Bronzing Set includes a rosy pink shade of Illuminating Bronzing Powder and a cute pink mini Face Blender Brush. And the powder is seriously pretty. The round black signature compact has a large internal mirror and the pretty powder is embossed with the symbol for breast cancer awareness, the ribbon. The actual powder is super soft and fine.

I am not really sure why it is called a bronzer.. Yes, you can dust it lightly over the skin for a shimmering look, but in my opinion it serves better as a blush. And I absolutely love it as a blush. The pink shade is a medium shade, and on the lips, it gives a gorgeous natural rosy pink flush, with a nice shimmering glow, yet without being too shiny or glittery. It is quite pigmented, so you can either sweep it on for a light look, or build it up as you like. 

This ultra-soft and smooth pressed powder delivers a shimmering, sun-kissed glow and flatters a wide range of skin tones. It is such a gorgeous shade that is perfect for everyday use.

The cute little brush has a pink handle and super soft white hairs, and it is just such a gorgeous addition to the set.

I am so in love with this set, and I already know it will be my go-to blush as we head towards summer. You can get your hands on one too, but hurry, as remember that this is limited edition, and they will without a doubt sell out fast, as who can resist a pretty blush that support an amazing cause at the same time.


Bobbi Brown Pink Ribbon Pink Peony Illuminating Bronzing Set - RRP: $80.00 - of which Bobbi Brown will donate $16.00 National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Available from Bobbi Brown


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QV #IPLEDGETOCHECK SELF CHECK BREAST CREAM AND MCGRATH FOUNDATION

I recently, and when I say recently, I mean last month! - had a little breast scare where I discovered a couple of smaller lumps in one of my breasts. After being sent by ambulance and spending 4 days in hospital for severe mastitis last year when our little boy was just over a week old, I've become very aware of my breasts and any changes...

While I am still breast feeding, I appreciate that some small lumps can simply be blocked milk ducts, but as you can just never be too safe, I decided to go see my GP to get it checked out. She immediately felt the lump too, and sent me to get an ultrasound, as still breastfeeding I was advised that it wasn't ideal to do a mammogram as the breast tissue would be even denser than normal. Luckily the ultrasound showed that lumps were nothing serious, a follow-up ultrasound a few weeks later showed that they had already reduced in size. That said, it naturally did frighten me and caused a few sleepless nights and restless days. 

So when I heard of QV's Breast Cancer campaign, I just knew that I had to jump on board and do whatever I can to help spread the message..

 

QV has partnered with the McGrath Foundation to turn an everyday moisturiser into a valuable tool to assist in identifying changes that could be an early sign of breast cancer, available in pharmacies from October 2016 (Breast Cancer Awareness Month). 

 

QV Self Check Breast Cream has been designed to encourage women to self check their breasts as part of their every day skincare routine with $2 from every pack sold going directly to the McGrath Foundation. 

 

Each pack also includes detailed instructions to educate on how to self check your breasts - our research has shown that young women aren't confident in how to check their breasts so education is vital to this campaign. 

 

 

Why Breast Self Checks are so important

• Breast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer for women aged 20-39 years
• Regular breast self checks is an easy way to become familiar with and monitor breasts for any changes and if cancer is found while limited to the breast, 96% of patients will be alive five years after diagnosis
• 58% of women aged 25 to39 rarely or never self check their breasts, yet 79% recognise breast checking is very effective way to help identify breast cancer

  

To support the campaign, #IPledgeToCheck QV has developed a Self Check Breast Cream, which is a fragrance free nourishing cream that cam be used on the breasts daily so you can moisturise the skin while checking your breasts and learn what is normal for your breast, so you immediately will know if something abnormal or changes should occur - as they say, early detection is the key.

  

The cream comes in the breast-cancer pink shaded tube, but what I really like, is that it also comes with clear instructions on how to actually check your breasts. 

 

 

 

 

This means that the QV #IPledgeToCheck Campaign helps empower women to get to know their breasts and encourage women to start regularly, while also educating on how to check your breasts by providing instruction, on and off line.

 

And for every tube of QV Self Check Cream sold, QV will donate $2 to the McGrath Foundation.

  

If you're not familiar with the McGrath Foundation, they help raise funds to place McGrath Breast Care Nurses across Australia to help families through breast cancer by providing invaluable physical, psychological and emotional support from the diagnosis and throughout the treatment. 

 

So help yourself and get your hands on a tube of QV Self Check Breast Cream - take your bra off and start checking and getting familiar with your breast immediately - and while you do this, help support this wonderful cause and organisation too. And make sure to spread the word too!

  

 

QV Self Check Breast Cream - RRP: $8.15 / 100g 

Available exclusively from pharmacies

 

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BOBBI BROWN PRETTY PINK RIBBON LIP GLOSS COLLECTION FOR BREAST CANCER

October is Breast Cancer awareness month, and in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics continues to empower women and provide them with the necessary tools to go from pretty to pretty powerful. This year, the brand is proud to support the efforts of The Estée Lauder Companies’ BCA Campaign, with the limited-edition Pretty Pink Ribbon Lip Gloss Collection, featuring four 4ml Lip Glosses in varying pops of pink: Pretty Pink Sheer Lip Gloss, Pink Tulle High Shimmer Lip Gloss, new Limited Edition Bright Lilac Lip Gloss and NEW Limited Edition Soiree Pink Shimmer Lip Gloss.

 

“When you feel good about yourself, there’s no limit to what you can do — and that’s Pretty Powerful.” – Bobbi Brown

Bobbi Brown will donate 20% from the purchase price of this limited-edition Pretty Pink Ribbon Lip Gloss Collection to The National Breast Cancer Foundation.

RRP: $68 - Available 1st October, 2014, at the Bobbi Brown Studio, selected David Jones and MYER, and Bobbi Brown Online

What do you think of this limited edition lip gloss collection?

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Product News: OPI’s Glimmer of Hope for Breast Cancer 2013

As most are probably aware, October is always Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and consequently a number of products are always released where some, if not all of the profits are donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

This year OPI is supporting breast cancer research with a new limited edition Pink of Hearts 2013 dual pink nail art pack complete with pink ribbon stick-on decals and crystals. 100% of profits will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF).

 

 

The OPI Pink of Hearts 2013 contains limited-edition 'More than a Glimmer' and OPI’s classic soft pink 'Pink-ing of You', complete with 10 pink ribbon stick-on decals and sparkling crystals.   Each bottle of nail lacquer has a special pink-ribbon cap wrap in support of breast cancer awareness. 

'More than a Glimmer' is a unique blend of silver, pink, and teal glitter set in a clear matte base. The result resembles brushed chrome subtly reflecting surrounding colours for a look that commands attention in an understated way.  For optimal matte, brushed chrome finish do not apply top coat.

 

 

'Pink-ing of You' is a classic soft pink that truly inspires hope.

 

I always stock support Breast Cancer, and always make sure to stock up on 'Pink' products in the lead up to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and as I absolutely love OPI nail polishes (and how gorgeous are these shades?), that this OPI nail art pack is already on my shopping list..

The OPI Pink of Hearts Nail Art Pack is available from 13th September 2013 from selected salons and David Jones, $24.95 while stocks last. 

What do you think of this OPI Nail Art Set? Do you buy 'Pink' products in lead up to Breast Cancer Awareness Month? And what are you planning on getting?