The L’Oréal Paris Color of Hope Makeup Collection is every bit as inspiring, on-trend and fashion-forward, as they are hopeful. Featuring products for eyes, lips and nails, the collection is based on the universally flattering shade of mauve with vibrant teal packaging accents – the color symbolizing ovarian cancer awareness. L’Oréal Paris will donate $2.00 to the OCRF from the purchase of each Color of Hope Colour Riche Lipcolour, available in three shades: A Color of Hope, A Lighter Shade of Hope, and A Deeper Shade of Hope.

To find a L’Oreal retailer near you that sells this collection, please visit www.lorealcolorofhope.com

*Photo Credit: L’Oreal Color of Hope

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In honor of Diabetes Awareness Month this November, Three Custom Color Specialists introduces TAI Lip Shine, a sheer burnished copper with flecks of bronze shimmer and lots of shine, which Trae personally created for Celebrity Hair Stylist Diane Da Costa and Diane’s clients of every skin tone.

They will be donating 20% of the proceeds of the sales of TAI Lip Shine to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) during the months of November and December. Funds will be used to support the ADA’s efforts in contributing to diabetes research, information, and advocacy.

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The NBCCF works to end breast cancer by increasing federal funding for research, making sure all low income and uninsured women have access to care, and educating and empowering advocates to play an active role everywhere breast cancer decisions are made. Visit the official website: www.stopbreastcancer.org

With Golden Gloss, dress your lips in a pink veil of shimmering gold. The gloss forms a mirror-effect on the lips which sparkles with mother-of-pearl. A complex of nourishing oils protects the lips while providing total comfort. The magic and shimmer of gold* captured on the lips!
* contains 0.2% of 24 carats gold

Available exclusively on YSL’s website for $28

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I’m going to safely assume that 99.9% of you reading Makeup Minute are women. ;) With a woman being diagnosed with breast cancer every 3 minutes I am also going to assume that in some, way shape or form, breast cancer has affected either yourself or someone you know in your life. This is why awareness, early detection, prevention and most of all fund-raising are so important in the campaign against breast cancer.

This month I am am part of an initiative with the Total Beauty blog community to educate more women and collectively raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Fund through Total Beauty-Total Cure. The blogs involved will each be giving away some fabulous products all month long for those who are entered to win via answering breast cancer trivia correctly. Just become our friend on MySpace and Facebook to learn all of the details.

I have made it my goal to raise $1000 between both Makeup Minute and A Girl’s Gotta Spa, but I need your help in order to meet that goal. This month, if even all of you reading Makeup Minute donated $1, I would most definitely meet (and exceed) that goal. I plan to auction off some Limited Edition MAC products on ebay to help add to the pot.

If you can make a $1 donation through the Paypal button found in the sidebar of A Girl’s Gotta Spa! (unfortunately the way MM is set up, I can’t embed a paypal code into a post), it collectively goes into an account attached to all of the blogs participating, but will identify that you were a reader of mine. In November that money is then compiled and sent to the Breast Cancer Research Fund.

If you made a I donation, I would love for you to post a comment here and let me know if it was in memory of someone who has passed, in honor of someone who has survived or because you have battled the disease yourself. Your words may impact those reading this post.

Thank you and let the fund-raising begin!

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Makeup artists Trish McEvoy, Laura Mercier & Bobbi Brown each designed limited edition (as in June only!) Havaianas benefiting charity: water. I’ll be honest, I’ve admired Havaianas from afar, but don’t have any sitting here in my closet. At an afforadable $15 a pair– I totally think I will pick myself up the Laura Mercier pair!

Trish McEvoy wanted to bring to her sandal design the feeling of a walk on the beach—her favorite way to relax. “My colors this season brighten your complexion and call to mind the deep blues of the ocean, the pearlescent shades inside a seashell, and the glitter of the sand-taking you on an instant vacation.”

Laura Mercier decided to fill her canvas with kisses showcasing the new lipstick shades in her summer assortment, saying “A comfortable sandal should be as comfortable as wearing the lipstick on your lips.”

Bobbi Brown created a pair that reflects the spirit of summer- keeping it simple, enjoying every moment, and of course, and always looking fabulous in the process. “The beach is where I go to unwind with my family, so I keep things easy by wearing sunscreen, simple makeup and a fun pair of flip-flops.”

You can pick yourself up a pair at Sak’s Fifth Avenue starting in June!

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<blockquote>PeaceKeeper is deeply committed to the health and safety of humans and the environment,” said Jody Weiss, founder of PeaceKeeper Cause-Metics. “Our mission is two-fold: to raise awareness and funds for charitable women’s health organizations and human rights advocacy issues AND to ensure that the products that we sell are sustainable and safe for the consumers who use them.”</blockquote>

In 2005 PeaceKeeper reformulated its entire collection of color cosmetics, featuring a new formulation that is superior in its ingredient-base and quality. The mineral-based formulas are made without parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde, acetone, toluene, mineral oil, synthetic FD&C colors, artificial fragrances, artificial preservatives, and of course, includes no animal testing.

What is in PeaceKeeper’s Lipstick?

Peacekeeper is dedicated to creating cosmetics using non-toxic ingredients that will keep your body safe and healthy. Following is a list of all-natural ingredients found in PeaceKeeper’s lipstick:

§ Beeswax is produced from the hives of honey bees.

§ Carnauba Wax is derived from the leaves of a Brazilian plant called the carnauba palm.

§ Candelilla Wax is derived from the leaves of the Candelilla shrub which grows in the Southern United States and Mexico.

§ Shea Butter is extracted from the fruit of the Shea Tree. Shea Butter has strong moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties.

§ Castor Oil is an evergreen shrub that has been used medicinally for about 4,000 years. Castor Oil contains Lectins which are carbohydrate binding proteins.

§ Jojoba Oil is derived from the Jojoba plant. It is a lipid with high levels in fatty acids and is considered a Oleochemical or a chemical derived from biological oils and fats.

§ Grapeseed Oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of Vitis Vinifera grapes. Grapeseed Oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Beta-Carotene, Omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients.

§ Vitamin E is a fat-soluable antioxidant called Tocopherol. Antioxidants like Vitamin E play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses.

§ Mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word Micare, which means “Shine”.

§ Carmine is a pigment derived from Carminic Acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. Carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic FD&C coloring.

§ Titanium Dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. Titanium Dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well.

§ Iron Oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. Iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. They are considered non-toxic.

§ Ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic.

About PeaceKeeper:

PeaceKeeper is the first make-up company to donate ALL of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. Through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, PeaceKeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. To learn more about the programs PeaceKeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.

Also, be sure to check out Kristen of the Beauty Addict’s post on lead in lipsticks as well. Have no fear my lipstick-loving beauties!

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My uber talented friend, Billy B , is currently traveling the states doing his American Beauty Tour; I’ve watched his blog as he appeals for people to apply to be a model at each of his tour stops (which people happily clammer for). So imagine his surprise when he gets a call at midnight from the Production Assistant from American Idol claiming that Paula Abdul wants to be his model for his Atlanta event. Was he speechless…yes–and I think he still is (and my gawd, I would be too–I love Paula!)

Paula Abdul flew into Atlanta for auditions for American Idol when she picked up the Atlanta Peach and read a blurb about Billy being in Atlanta at the same time for The American Beauty Tour. She has long been a fan of his and has always wanted to work with him, so she decided …this was her in.

With everything squared away, Paula snuck in while everyone was seated and Billy gave the opening piece of his presentation. He then introduced his model to the group of attendees and when Paula appeared, “Everyone’s mouthes hit the floor.” When I asked him what kind of model Paula was Billy told me, “She was great! She asked questions, engaged the audience; she even posed for photos.”

Billy has a really important stop on his tour coming up. On November 4th he and Ruth Roche will be teaming up to do both makeup and hair at his New Orleans stop of his tour. Both the seminar itself and the cocktail party that evening will benefit Hairdressers Unlocking Hope a Vidal Sassoon and BehindtheChair.com initiative with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Habitat For Humanity. The money being raised that day will be put towards rebuilding an entire neighborhood in post-Katrina New Orleans.

Billy’s & Ruth’s seminar is from 1:30-4:30pm; the cost is $145. The cocktail party (and seminar) will take place at the W French Quarter. The cocktail party cost is $145 and dress is…”fabulously casual or casually fabulous” as The Powder Group’s Michael DeVellis told me today. The Powder Group is the organization producing and organizing The American Beauty Tour, as well as this fabulous charity event. The Powder Group artists are also the creatives behind the artwork done on the bodies of the people in the photographs on the Hairdressers Unlocking Hope website.

While Billy and Ruth are Pro’s, the event is open to absolutely everyone–and believe me, Billy is so super fab, you will want to meet him in person. (I know I can’t wait for the day when I finally do!) At the event you’ll also be able to purchase the entire set of Billy B Paintbrushes I have raved about at a great discount!

Please head over to The Powder Group’s website to see complete details about this event. Can’t make it to the event itself? Consider making a direct donation to Hairdressers Unlocking Hope.

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inside out vitamin-infused lipstick and core include:
- Preservative-free and paraben-free
- Grape seed extract & Vitamin C help accelerate production of natural elastin, protecting skin against free-radical damage & restore skin’s clarity
- Chamomile extract soothes skin and helps to counteract redness

tarte’s skinvigorating lipstick ingredients:
- Jojoba, shea butter and beeswax nourishes, moisturizes and conditions lips

Borba’s age-defying nutraceutical cocktail core:
- Acai & green tea extract help strengthen capillary walls, reduce epidermal irritation and enhance skin’s clarity and radiance
- Vitamins A & E act as antioxidants to give you that healthy glow
- Clinically tested formula-lipstick with antioxidants and other vitamins & minerals can help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

During the month of October, 20 percent of the retail sales (or $4.40/lipstick) will go to the Young Survival Coalition, www.youngsurvival.org. During QVC’s Pink Ribbon Show in October 2007 and on qvc.com, 20 percent of the retail sales will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

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PeaceKeeper Cause-Metics launches its fifth specialty lip gloss called Eternal Equity Gloss. PeaceKeeper will donate $1.00 from the sale of each Eternal Equity Gloss to the Poverty Reduction Initiative, a program lead by former Senator Mechai of Thailand’s National Assembly and other pro-active micro-finance projects to help fund an economic option for Thai women who live on less than a dollar a day.

What does eternal equity look like? Eternal Equity means that women everywhere have equal access to food, education and freedom from oppression. Inspired by this idea, PeaceKeeper’s Eternal Equity Gloss is a shade of pale rose pink with a hint of gold shimmer that is universally flattering.

According to PeaceKeeper founder Jody Weiss, “We have a unique opportunity to use our buying power to help others who are less fortunate. By purchasing PeaceKeeper products, the consumer takes an active role in becoming part of the solution.”

Eternal Equity Gloss and other PeaceKeeper products can be purchased at Whole Foods stores, Marriott Spas, Earth Fare and other specialty stores nationwide. Suggested retail price for Eternal Equity Gloss is $16.50.

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Auction goes live on June 10th at 12pm PST, so the links on our ebay page don’t work until then. However, check out the awesome list of products in each auction!

Goodie Bag #1:

58 items total / starting bid: $100
item product highlights:
1 Pure Pashmina Black Shawl
Tarte Cosmetics Collection (18 items)
Kenzo Perfume Set (3)
China Glaze Nail Polishes & Treatment Products (6)
Zoya Gift Bag (8)

Goodie Bag #2:

88 items total / starting bid: $200
item product highlights:
Du Wop Cosmetics (5)
SkinActives Skincare (7)
Bourjois Paris Makeup (16) ($250 value)
Alterna Hair Care (4)
Max Factor Cosmetics (13)
1 Narrow Wet/Dry 1″ Straightening Iron

Goodie Bag #3:

9 items / 5 sets / starting bid: $20
Nubar Nail Polish Collections (2) +Manicure Set

Click here to see a slideshow of all the products. Click here to go directly to the BBN page with the ebay links.

THANK YOU to all of the beauty brands who generously donated these products and THANK YOU in advance if you take the time to bid on these auctions to help us raise money for the ACS.

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