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Quick update...I've been dropping a hint here and there that Beauty411 will be getting a makeover.  It's *almost* done!  In preparation to get the final touches completed, it will be necessary for me to not post for the next few days.  It should be worth the wait and we'll be celebrating in grand style once it's done!

In the meantime, for your reading pleasure, feel free to to check out a selection of "Best of Beauty411" posts:

• Shopping for sunscreen?  Read my thoughts on 5 of this summer's best sunscreens.

Haiti Earthquake Relief...Ways You Can Help

 

Talking about beauty seems pretty insignificant when you see the heartbreaking pictures on TV of the devastation in Haiti.  Just as wrenching is to read Twitter; to hear from those who have family or friends in Haiti.  Please take a moment today to make a donation. 

Here are three worthy organizations that are helping with earthquake relief:

YELE HAITI EARTHQUAKE FUND
Text YELE to 501501 to donate $5 via your cell phone

AMERICAN RED CROSS
Text HAITI to 90999 via your cell phone to make a $10 donation.
  (800) REDCROSS (800-257-7575)

  DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS  888-392-0392

You can find many more links to organizations, resources and updates on Google Crisis Response.

In times of crisis, no country is more willing to help than the US.  Americans are the most generous and giving in the world.  Disasters know no boundaries, so as we go about our weekends, let's do what we can to help the victims of this earthquake.  Instead of the latte that I usually buy myself on weekend mornings, it makes me feel better to know that I can make a donation to this cause and do some real good.

Photo credit:  AP Photo/Jorge Cruz

Molton Brown Celebrates Boxing Day by Helping Boys & Girls Clubs of America!

Join Molton Brown beginning December 26th to celebrate the Holidays with two very special events: Boxing Day and the limited return of the vitalizing vitamin AB+C bath & shower. 

Visit any Molton Brown emporia in the US and celebrate Boxing Day, a British holiday tradition of giving back to those in need. Simply bring unwrapped toys to any Molton Brown emporia location on December 26th, 27th, and 28th and your toy will be donated to Boys and Girls Clubs of America (visit www.bgca.org for more information on Boys and Girls Clubs). 

While in store, be on the lookout for the re-launch of the vitalizing vitamin AB+C bath & shower. This limited edition shower gel is being brought back by popular demand especially for the holidays.

At the end of each customer’s visit, you will receive a complimentary travel-sized product for each donated gift (limit of five complimentary gifts per individual, while supplies last) and you will be eligible to enter to win an assortment of Molton Brown products. 

What a great opportunity to help the Boys and Girls Club!  To locate the nearest emporia click here:  http://www.moltonbrown.com/stores-address.html#eusa

About Molton Brown:

Molton Brown is a modern luxury goods company that produces innovative products of exceptional quality, offering a wealth of solutions to contemporary lifestyle challenges.   Famous in London for over 30 years, today Molton Brown is an international brand with a host of stores, spas and clients around the globe; it’s products can also be found onboard the finest airlines and in the most luxurious hotels worldwide.   

Find more on Molton Brown here.

Bausch & Lomb ReNuCares Contest

Bausch & Lomb, maker of contact lenses and solutions, has committed to a donation of up to $400,000 to Susan G. Komen For the Cure through it's ReNu Cares program.  Bausch & Lomb is the first in the eye care category to participate in the fight against breast cancer. 

There are two ways to support the cause.  Go to ReNuCares.com and print a coupon to get $1 off ReNu Multi Plus Contact Lens Solution.  For every coupon redeemed, Bausch & Lomb will donate $1 to Susan G. Komen For the Cure.   In addition, if you've already purchased ReNew Multi Plus, there is a Pink Code.  Enter the code at ReNuCares.com and Bausch & Lomb will donate $1 on your behalf to the Susan G. Komen For the Cure.

While at ReNuCares.com, enter a sweepstakes to win a gorgeous limited edition CRYSTALLIZED Swarovski Elements contact lens case, with 646 hand applied crystal elements, valued at $350.  The sweepstakes runs through October 31st and no purchase is necessary.  

QVC presents FFANY Shoes on Sale

QVC will be presenting the annual FFANY (Fashion Footwear Association of New York) Shoes on Sale Event Wednesday night, October 15th from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. EST.  I don't know about you, but I'd rather shop for shoes and help out the Breast Cancer Awareness Cause than watch one more debate! 

In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness month, QVC partners with FFANY to present the three hour broadcast, as well as host a gala event in New York City.  Over 100,000 pairs of shoes will be sold at half off the suggested retail price.  Net proceeds from this event will benefit breast cancer research and education.  

Since the first benefit in 1994, over a million pairs of shoes have been sold, with cumulative total proceeds of over $ 30 million. Through funds raised from this event in past years, a groundbreaking nationwide network of prominent breast cancer research centers was developed.  Each of the selected facilities concentrates on individual facets of breast cancer research.  You can get more information on this years' worthy beneficiaries here.

I've watched Shoes on Sale for years and usually can find at least one pair of shoes to help do my part. An excuse to buy shoes?  Count me in!