Shop to show your support this Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Spending has never been this guilt-free! Shop to support Breast Cancer Awareness month in the Philippines and help spread the word about getting checked.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month promos in the Philippines

Breast cancer awareness is a cause well-supported by brands and retail outlets, together with organizations and support groups.

The aim is to spread the word about getting examined for breast cancer and the importance of early detection.

This October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here are some activities and promotions that you can support to help make a difference.

Schedule a mammogram at Cardinal Santos Medical Center

Now is the best time for you to get tested for possible signs of breast cancer.

Cardinal Santos Medical Center hopes to encourage more women to get examined by offering a special 20% discount on Mammography and Breast Ultrasound services this October.

Image source: CardinalSantos.com.ph

Hard Rock Café Makati’s Pinktober

Through special musical performances and premium items, Hard Rock Café Makati celebrates Pinktober.

When you buy their Limited Edition Hard Rock Pinktober shirts and pins, a portion of the sale is donated to the Philippine Foundation for Breast Care, Inc.

Image source: Hard Rock Café Makati Facebook Page

Shower with Human Nature’s MammoMe Natural Body Wash

Free from parabens and phthalates that have been linked to the development of breast cancer, this all-natural body wash cares for your skin, your health, and your fellow Filipinas.

MammoMe includes step-by-step instructions on how you can perform breast examinations while in the shower, thereby helping women detect any signs of breast cancer.

Proceeds from the sale of this product are also donated to the Philippine Foundation for Breast Care, Inc., in hopes of benefitting countless women all over the country.

Image source: HumanHeartNature.com

Shop and pay using the Metrobank Femme-ICANSERVE Visa

Shopping is doubly rewarding when you have this credit card, which is a result of the partnership between Metrobank and the ICanServe Foundation.

A portion of all sales at select merchant partners is donated to the foundation’s programs geared towards women who are at risk of getting breast cancer or living with breast cancer.

Image source: MetrobankCard.com

Get Pretty in Pink at California Nails & Day Spa

Several establishments have chosen to partner with the ICanServe Foundation, like California Nails & Day Spa.

With their Pretty in Pink promotions offered throughout October, you can spread breast cancer awareness while pampering yourself at the same time!

Image source: California Nails & Day Spa Facebook Page

“Dew” Good October with VMV Hypoallergenics

This October, every "pink” product purchase at VMV Hypoallergenics results in a donation to breast cancer research, also through the ICanServe Foundation.

As an added perk, if your purchase amount reaches PHP2500 — inclusive of these pink products — you get a limited edition Bag Caddy for yourself as well.

You'll also be pleased to know that in addition to supporting breast cancer research, VMV Hypoallergenics also offers gentle products and cosmetics that are safe to use for those who are undergoing chemotherapy.

Image source: VMV Hypoallergenics Facebook Page

Tickled Pink Fridays at Zalora

Using the promo code PINK10 when you shop at Zalora and Zalora Market Place on all Fridays of October gets you 10% off on your purchase.

This online shop has also partnered with ICanServe, and 10% of your purchase will be donated to them when you shop Pink.

Image source: Zalora Facebook Page

Kanebo Pink Ribbon Campaign

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Kanebo Philippines and ICanServe Foundation have teamed up for the Pink Ribbon Campaign.

A portion of the October and November sales of the Japanese cosmetics brand’s lipsticks, eye shadows and foundations will be donated to this advocacy.

Kanebo counters will also help spread the word by giving out leaflets from ICanServe. These will educate customers on early detection guidelines, and breast cancer facts and myths.

Image source: ICanServe Foundation Inc. Facebook Page

Pureology gives color to the lives of breast cancer patients

From now until the end of 2014, you can help support ICanServe’s breast cancer programs when you use or purchase a Pureology product during your visit to your favorite salon.

This safe and effective haircare product can be found in popular salons like David’s and Bench Fix.

Image source: ICanServeFoundation.org

Happy Skin says I Do to helping breast cancer awareness

Happy Skin, a local makeup brand, is also a partner of the ICanServe Foundation this breast cancer awareness month.

With every purchase of their pink lipstick shade, "Just Married", you contribute to helping women with breast cancer.

Image source: ICanServe Foundation Inc. Facebook Page

Silverworks Pink Ribbon

Silverworks supports breast cancer awareness through a year-long partnership with the ICanServe Foundation.

From October 2014 to October 2015, 20% of the proceeds from every sale of their Pink Ribbon necklaces, earrings and bracelets will be donated to the foundation.

Image source: Silverworks Facebook Page

PinkPurpose at SM City Cebu

Breast cancer awareness is also being advocated in the Visayas through SM City Cebu’s PinkPurpose events and activities this October.

One of the ongoing activities is the free breast examination, consultation and counselling offered on all Tuesdays and Thursdays of October at the Mall Clinic.

Image source: SM City Cebu Facebook Page

Spruce PINKed in Cagayan de Oro

Cagayan de Oro fashion brand Spruce’s founders fiercely advocate breast cancer awareness as their way of 'giving back' after their mom was successfully treated for the illness.

A percentage of the sales of their Spruce PINKed shoe line will go to Thrive, a breast cancer awareness group based in CDO.

Image source: SprucePH Facebook Page

Shop to show your support this Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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