October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and now more than ever beauty brands are using their platforms to create change and combat the disease. This month you may see many wearing ribbons, donating wigs and painting their nails an array of pinks. According to the American Cancer Association, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in Latina women living in the U.S., as it is for all women in America. The prestigious organization also noted the disease tends to affect Latina women at a younger age and is more aggressive than in many other populations. Show your support this year by practicing self-care with these beauty buys while giving back to all affected by breast cancer. Keep scrolling to see the best products in skin, makeup, and more that are taking a stand against the illness.
AVEDA Hand Relief Moisturizing Creme with Cherry Almond Aroma
Pamper yourself with this cherry almond hand cream and donate to BCA at the same time. Infused with andiroba oil and other plant hydrators, its ingredients help nourish and moisturize your palms.
AVEDA Hand Relief Moisturizing Creme with Cherry Almond Arom $26.50, aveda.com
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La Mer Treatment Lotion
In support of The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign, Jennifer Lopez’s go-to skincare brand is contributing 20% from the purchase price of this limited-edition product to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation from 9/1/19 to 6/30/20. This fast-absorbing elixir delivers an instant rush of hydration to visibly soften and nourish skin. Talk about a luxurious experience!
La Mer The Treatment Lotion, $110, cremedelamer.com
Aerin Rose Lip Conditioner & Amber Musk Rollerball Set
Keeping the cause going, the Estée Lauder brand has created a limited-edition lip and rollerball set. This special duo helps hydrate the lips and when needed, brings a sense of calm with its rose and musky warm scents.
This year the Latina founder, Rea Ann Silva of the famous cosmetic line continued her partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, to raise awareness with this exclusive pink sponge. Keep your flawless foundation with this makeup staple.
Bubblegum Pink Beautyblender, $20, ulta.com
Becca Hydra-Mist Set Refresh Powder
The glow-ready brand’s best-selling, weightless setting powder is supporting Breast Cancer Research and Awareness. Keep your makeup looking fresh throughout the day with this buy.
Becca Cosmetics Hydra-Mist Set & Refresh Powder Breast Cancer Awareness, $39, beccacosmetics.com
Bobbi Brown Proud to be pink lip color duo
Bobbi Brown continues its support to The Breast Cancer Campaign with a portion of the proceeds from sales of this collection benefitting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
BOBBI BROWN Proud to Be Pink Lip Color Duo, $45, bobbibrown.com
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream
Get your hands on highly praised anti-aging cream’s limited edition jumbo pink ombré pot that comes wrapped up in a luxe leather case. The best part? Elemis has pledged to donate $25,000 to Breast Cancer care research.
This limited edition pink ribbon-approved set features the brand's Blooming Lipstick in the Dusky Rose shade and comes in a cotton cosmetic bag. Origins vows to donate 100% of the proceeds from the sale to the Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation.
Origins Breast Cancer Awareness Limited Edition Blooming Bold Lipstick Set, $20, orgins.com
DARPHIN Serum
This ultra calming serum fights against pollution, free radicals and irritation. The best part -- 20% of the purchase price will go to the Breast Cancer Campaign.
Glamglow Bubble sheet BCA Oxygenating Deep Cleanse Mask
Throughout October, the loved skincare brand, GLAMGLOW® will donate 20% of the purchase price of each GLOWLACE™ with a maximum donation of $50,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Keep your skin glowing with this energizing sheet mask that is infused with caffeine and green tea.
Throughout the month of October, Ralph Lauren fragrances will donate 100% of profits from every bottle of Romance, Beyond Romance, Romance Rosé, Tender Romance or Midnight Romance to the Ralph Lauren Pink Pony Fund.
Tender Romance, $76, ralphlauren.com
Avon Blush of Hope Radiant Blush
Be a part of beauty that changes lives this October. Join Avon’s cause by purchasing its limited-edition blush in Golden Rose. Take home the exclusive packaging which was designed to push forth BCA.
Avon Blush of Hope Radiant Blush, $11, avon.com
ARCONA Triad Pads
In October, 25% of every purchase of these cranberry toner-infused pads goes to Cancer and Careers. Packed antimicrobial cranberry, phytonutrients and essential fatty acids, this buy helps to protect and clarify your skin.
Arcona Triad Pads, $38, shop.nordstrom.com
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion Breast Cancer Awareness
Once a year, the highly favored brand creates a limited-edition bottle in support of breast cancer survivors with their famous moisturizer. Known for restoring the skin’s hydration and glow, the Estée Lauder owned company donates $10.00 from the purchase price of Great Skin, Great Cause.
Limited Edition Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ 200ml with Keychain, $39, clinique.com