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Shine A Light On Breast Cancer: Help Turn The World Pink

Each year, the month of October is dedicated to raising global awareness of Breast Cancer, and 2011 is no different.

As part of this years BCA campaign, Estee Lauder have launched a new initiative, ‘Shine A Light On Breast Cancer’ invites people everywhere to virtually turn the globe pink via the Estee Lauder Facebook application. Its an amazing way of spreading both awareness and hope, and with each ‘lighting’ action carrying your personal Breast Cancer message.

Estee Lauder and the BCA have been lighting famous buildings and monuments pink for over ten years through their Global Landmarks Illuminations Initiative . The Shine A Light On Breast Cancer campaign takes it a step further by reaching out to people all over the globe to make our world pink for a month.
Please pop over to the Estee Lauder facebook page here and show you care.

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Pink Lady Elizabeth Hurley at Selfridges for BCA Month

Yesterday evening i attended a very touching event organised by the Estee Lauder Companies. To mark the start of Breast Cancer Awareness month (all of October), brands such as Aveda, Darphin, Jo Malone, Origins, Estee Lauder and many others have united in a continued effort to raise awareness of Breast Cancer. I learnt some shocking facts, and was moved by some heartfelt stories revealed in the room. Breast Cancer effects 50,000 people a year in the UK alone, including around 300 men.

the single blue stone represents the
1% of men diagnosed with breast cancer
This Thursday, 29th September, Elizabeth Hurley the Estee Lauder spokesperson and Global Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign (BCA) ambassador will be at Selfridges in London. Based in the beauty hall from 12pm – 1pm, she will meet customers and sign purchases from the Estee Lauder Pink Ribbon Collection. If you are in town, pop in, show your support and pin on a pink ribbon. At 8pm, you can also watch as Ms Hurley helps illuminate the famous store, turning it pink.
During October, Estee Lauder Companies BCA campaign will be emphasising the importance of checking your boobies and early detection of the illness. The Pink Ribbon was founded by Evelyn Lauder back in 1992 and has had a huge impact in our knowledge of Breast Cancer today. In 2000 she founded the Global Illumination Initiative which endeavours to turn world famous buildings and statues pink in a hope to raise awareness.

Niagara Falls is turned pink

Empire State Building lit pink
Harrods, Knightsbridge illuminated pink
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What Is BB Cream? (No Big Brother has not launched cosmetics)

BB Cream. What is it? Why are beauty editors raving about it? Why is it the biggest selling beauty product in Korea?
Heres the lowdown!
BB Cream (the initials stand for Blemish Balm) is set to be the new generation of make-up/ skin care. Its a moisturiser, primer, foundation sun protection, concealer and skin smoother all in one! Believe it. That IS what it is.

Apparently, originating from Germany, where a dermatologist created an ointment for her skin-peel patients, this cream was said to soothe and protect skin whilst also moisturising. Today the commercialised version of this is ‘BB Cream’ and its a phenomenon in Korea. Way ahead of us in the skincare technology stakes, the Asian make up buying market pretty much swear by these creams.
Giving a flawless natural finish in a single application, covering redness and pores, smoothing out skin while injecting a feed of hydration, plus some additional benefits including anti ageing and brightening properties, the BB Cream trashes the need for separate tubes/ bottles and jars of beautifying products. Is this the ‘all in one’ make up item we have been dreaming about?
Now, slowly making it over to the UK, a few brands are getting set to launch their own BB Creams. So far, i haven’t tried any so cannot say how ‘great’ they actually are. However, i do aim to shop one soon. I am curious as to how this product, which sounds like an absolute miracle, fairs with my constantly changing and sometimes troublesome skin. Can 1 cream fix ALL my problems? Watch this space for BB Cream updates.

Garnier BB Cream Miracle Skin Perfector Light £9.99

Clinique Age Defense BB Cream £19

Estee Lauder Cyber White Brilliant Cells BB Cream £26

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New Launch: Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Soleil Summer 2011

Bronze Goddess from Estee Lauder is back for Summer 2011. Each year, the arrival of Bronze Goddess never fails to excite me, and always leaves me wanting to jet of to the mediterrian. It might be because the collection launches at just the right moment in the year – we’ve all had enough of the frozen cold, wintery days and are clinging to every hope that summer is on the way. Well Lauder’s new collection definitely promises sunshine, if not outside then surely in spirit!

The core concept behind Bronze Goddess remains the same as previous years, the shades and tones are variations of shimmering golds, sandy neutrals, glistening browns and bold pops of holiday brights – all gorgeously packaged and oozing that sun-kissed holiday feel. 
Stand out items for me are the new summer scent Bronze Goddess Soleil and the Sea Star Bronzing Blush – both Limited Editions, and both stunning. The Shadowstick Duo Crayons are also worth a try, simple to use and perfect colours for both day and night.

Eyes:•Limited Edition Bronze Goddess Island Oasis EyeShadow Palette £31.00
•Limited Edition ShadowStick Duo in Gold Bronze £17.00
•Limited Edition ShadowStick Duo in Pink Teal £17.00
Lips:
•Pure Color Gloss in NEW, Limited Edition Sun Burst Sparkle £15.50
•Pure Color Gloss in Blazing Coral Sparkle £15.50
•Pure Color Gloss in Plum Divine Shimmer £15.50
•Pure Color Crystal Lipstick in Tiramisu £15.50Tips:•Pure Color Nail Lacquer in NEW, Limited Edition Shimmering Bronze £14.00Face:
•NEW, Limited Edition Bronze Goddess Sea Star Bronzing Blush £29.00
•Bronze Goddess Soft Matte Bronzer £26.00
•Bronze Goddess Soft Shimmer Bronzer £26.00
•Bronze Goddess Soft Duo Bronzer in Amber Bronze Medium and Amber Bronze Rich £26.00
•Limited Edition Bronze Goddess Luminous Liquid Bronzer £21.50
Fragrance:
New, Limited Edition Bronze Goddess Soleil Eau fraiche £38.00
Limited Edition Bronze Goddess Eau fraiche £38.00

The new collection is available nationwide from May 2nd 2011

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Estee Lauder: Pure Colour Nails

There are some delicious new nail shades in Estee Lauder’s Pure Colour collections. I’m hearting this charcoal black (Perfect Storm) and summery pink (Sweet Pea) – both with a hint of iridescence. 

I was getting bored of wearing black and almost black nail shades, but this colour is just lush and might have brought back another season of black for me.