Primped, Pretty, & Playing it Pink!

Breast cancer can be a touchy topic, and I’ve always applauded real supporters, survivors, and advocates that have continually strived to raise awareness.  The entire month of October is dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness, and before this month is out, I wanted to make sure to share with you a few of my favorite beauty brands giving back this year!

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Sonia Kashuk Proudly Pink 5 Piece Makeup Brush Set, $16, target.com

Bobbi Brown Illuminating Bronzer in Pink Peony, $45, Nordstrom

Ciate Breast Cancer Duo Set, $18, ciate.co.uk

EOS  Breast Cancer Awareness Smooth Balm & Hand Cream Sphere, $6, drugstore.com

Paul Mitchell Express Ion Dry Hotlight, $180, paulmitchell.com

IMAN Luxury Lip Stain, $10, Target

photo credits: hautefashiondaily, thestylerawr, US Weekly, drugstore.com, Joonbug

 

COLOR MATCHED: Is There a Foundation Shade for You?

A topic that isn’t obsolete, but often swept under the rug!  Women of color, sometimes run into trouble trying to find the perfect foundation shade.  This really perplexes me, and raises the question of whether or not some beauty brands are “doing their homework,” before releasing new products? 

Nevertheless, there are a few brands out there that have collected “the right research,” and have produced  foundations shades that work FOR ALL WOMEN!  The brands listed below, got it right!

 

photo credits: ladygaga.wikia.com, evecare.com, giorgioarmanibeauty.com, urbanbeauty.com, kortomomolu.com, lintonbeauty.com, activerain.com, progressivegeek.com, sheisnyc.com, waiyee.blogspot.com, blackupcosmetics.com