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Trending—Breast Cancer Awareness Month: ghd Supports Rock River Cancer Research Foundation

October 20, 2014 / No Comments

Everything you need for a ‘good hair day’ while supporting a good cause, ghd, the global leader in luxury stylewear, adds a precious gem to the range with the perfect styling set that also gives back, helping to raise awareness and funding for breast cancer research. The limited edition ghd gold series 1” professional styler in a rich pink metallic finish, features sparkling black plates, plus a matching ghd paddle brush with soft-touch finish to help detangle and smooth.

Kicking off the campaign, ghd Brand Ambassador and stylist to the stars, David Babaii used the Pink Diamond styler to create Gwyneth Paltrow’s signature sleek look seen during Friday’s Stand Up to Cancer celebrity telethon event, aired on all major networks including ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and more than two dozen cable channels.

“It was an honor to style Gwyneth’s hair for this event using the ghd Pink Diamond styler, knowing that it too gives back to the cause,” says Babaii. “With the focus on raising awareness and support, I wanted to keep Gwyneth’s look subtle, natural and beautiful. The Pink Diamond styler smoothed hair from root to rip to create her signature sleek style, while leaving a shiny, healthy finish.”

Like Gwyneth, you can look good and feel good knowing that 10% from every purchase of the ghd pink diamond set will go to Ridin’ To A Cure, benefiting the Rock River Cancer Research Foundation. A leading cancer research facility dedicated to finding a cure for breast cancer by funding innovative cancer research and improving treatments methods for cancer patients. In it’s 20th year, Ridin’ To A Cure has raised over $4.2 million dollars. The event took place on Saturday September 27, 2014 in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.

The ghd Pink Diamond Styler features smooth, contoured floating plates, with a high-gloss finish that glide through hair for snag-free styling and an extra-shiny professional result, while the rounded barrel can easily create long-lasting curls, waves as well as the perfect straight “Gwyneth” inspired style. With a smooth outer body that stays cool to the touch and is lighter to handle, you’re assured a safe, swift and successful styling experience.

Additional Features Include:
• matching limited edition ghd paddle brush
• automatic shut-off if not used for 30 minutes
• universal voltage for optimum performance wherever you travel
• professional length 9’ swivel cord
• 2 year warranty for greater peace of mind

ghd pink diamond limited edition styler set will be priced at $199 (retail value $290) and available at ghdhair.com/us, select salons and premium retailers

Learn More:
Ridin’ To A Cure: http://www.ridintoacure.com/index.html
Rock River Cancer Research Foundation: http://rrcrf.org

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Skin Care Review: Moroccan Magic Lip Balm

Thinking back to when I was much, much younger, I’m sure the first beauty product I used was lip balm. In my mind it was a gateway beauty product — next would be lipgloss and then the golden prize — LIPSTICK! The irony is that now, decades later, I’m still in love with lip balm, and it’s a necessary piece to my makeup and skin care arsenals. I’m sure everyone has a reason for using a lip balm — it’s the perfect lip primer for those super matte lipsticks. Lip balm keeps your lips moist during harsh winter weather. It’s the natural go-to for an errand day or a dressed-down Saturday. Lip balm is pretty much a necessity. I had the pleasure of trying out Moroccan Magic Lip Balms. And pleasure I do mean… About Moroccan Magic Lip Balm $12 for 3 to $30 for 7: HIGH QUALITY LIP TREATMENT: Our balms are ultra smooth, healing and long lasting without that waxy feel or taste. Moroccan Magic Organic Lip Balms are infused with USDA Organic Argan and Essential Oils and are proud to only use high quality, fair trade, USDA Organic ingredients in our products. Our Formulas are non-toxic, cruelty free and always made with simple, pure, clean ingredients from nature MADE WITH NATURAL INGREDIENTS: As a company, we have very high standards for our manufacturing process from ingredients to packaging. We never use synthetic ingredients, parabens, sodium laurel sulfate, phyhalates, chemicals, fillers, animal testing, mineral oils, petroleum. In fact, each ingredient included in our small batch formulas have purpose and are believed to have their own healing properties PURE, SIMPLE, CLEAN FORMULA: Our simple recipe for the perfect lip balm starts with quality ingredients. Each ingredient included in our small batch formulas have purpose and are believed to have their own healing properties. Enjoy Ingredients such as organic beeswax, argan oil, and rosemary extract for long lasting, smooth-as-butter results MOROCCAN MAGIC: As a true lip balm lover, you are most likely (and understandably) very picky about which lip balms you use. That’s good, we are too! That’s why we have created what people are now calling “The Smoothest Lip Balm Ever!” We are proud to offer a better balm, it’s as simple as that. You deserve a higher quality everyday lip balm at an everyday price Available in 8 flavors: ROSE: This naturally sweet and earthy flavored lip balm was specially crafted with organic rose essential oil. MANUKA HONEY: This naturally sweet and earthy flavored lip balm was specially crafted with organic Manuka honey. PEPPERMINT EUCALYPTUS: This naturally sweet and earthy flavored lip balm was specially crafted with organic peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils. LEMON THYME: This naturally sweet and earthy flavored lip balm was specially crafted with organic lemon and thyme essential oils. LAVENDER VANILLA: This naturally sweet and earthy flavored lip balm was specially crafted with organic lavender extract and organic vanilla. COCONUT ALMOND: This naturally sweet and earthy flavored lip balm was specially crafted with organic sweet almond and coconut oils. ELDERBERRY AND MANUKA HONEY: This naturally sweet and earthy flavored lip balm was specially crafted with elderberry fruit extract and organic Manuka honey. UNSCENTED: This unscented lip balm was specially crafted to be your new favorite go-to lip balm for everyday chapped lip relief. My results: Moroccan Magic Lip Balms have raised the bar for inexperienced lip balm in a tube. The ingredients are exceptional— argan oil and a plethora of essential oils and herbs to vary the “flavor” and scent of the balm. My favorite use is under my lipstick as I like to use a long-wearing lipstick for work and those tend to be drying. However when I use Moroccan Magic Lip Balm before applying an ultra matte lipstick it saves my lips! These lip balms are also my daily go to as opposed to a lipgloss when I’m having a casual day. Moroccan Magic Lip Balm is also part of my nighttime skin care routine. A touch of this lip balm keeps my lips moist through the night. I do have my favorites–Elderberry and Manuka Honey, Coconut Almond and Lemon Thyme. But they are all wonderful. Bling Factor: Pro: Moisturizing, soothing, long-lasting, great ingredients Con: None Price: $3.99 each plus package prices Buy again: None Packaging: 5 Blings, each “flavor” is easily identifiable Overall: 5 Blings Hero Ingredients: Organic Argan and Essential Oils Natural/Organic/Vegan: Yes Cruelty Free: Yes
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Bad Beauty Habits: Terez Vows To Take Her Vitamins

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