hand cream

It was Pink Ribbon Day earlier in the week, but the entire month of October is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. We love beauty with a cause, and many brands are doing their bit this month by donating some or all of the profits from their Pink Ribbon products to breast cancer related charities, including the National Breast Cancer Foundation. We've rounded up our top 10 charitable pink picks, click through.

One of the hardest areas hit by the drop in temperatures is our hands. Gone are the soft, smooth paws that were sporting pretty pastel polish a few months back and in their place? Dry, scaly skin that a croc would be jealous of. So let's change all that shall we. Here's our edit of 10 hand creams that not only look the part but will also have your hands in tip-top shape in no time.

Hand cream is one of those must-have-in-my-handbag beauty buys, and since most of us like to have a tube handy, we thought it was time to find some that will fit in amongst our other daily necessities. With that in mind, our top picks are all under 60ml. They're also enriched with botanical ingredients and antioxidants to keep your skin feeling soft and your hands youthful-looking. Whether you're a fan of fruity scents or like something sweeter, we've got you sorted.

Inspired by traditional apothecary, MOR has earned cult-like status across the globe thanks to its beautiful blend of fragrances and pretty packaging. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, the brand has its luxury looks yet accessible price points to thank for its continued success, and it's about to get even more affordable with a new capsule collection, Dolce by MOR, that will be available exclusively at Target stores across the country. Available in three fragrance families — Pomegranate, Honey and Sorbet — prices start from just $10. Definitely one to check out when it hits this Friday!

Secret Santa can be stressful. Everyone wants a good pick and nobody wants Greg from accounts. What do you possibly buy someone who remains silent for the other 364 days of the year? Buying for girls is totes easier. Whether it's your office bestie, the new girl or Barbara who reminds you of your mum, beauty's a good way to go as you can get some great gifts that won't cost the earth but still look super sweet. Try to steer clear of anti-ageing products and anything that can be deemed offensive — if they don't know it's from you, they might take it the wrong way — and go with something fun! Try these!

I can't imagine ever tiring of beautiful things. It's in my genes. I have a glam Nan. And I intend to be one, one day. Far from being dowdy and sitting in a corner, glamorous grans are often the ones responsible for our love of beauty. I have a girlfriend whose grandmother taught her everything she knows about fragrance. And she knows a LOT. And it's impossible for me to use a hand cream around my Nan—she steals it right off me and claims that religious application of it is what leads her to constantly be asked if she's really old enough to have a granddaughter that's in her late twenties. So indulge her this Christmas with these gorgeous gifts. Some are exxy, some not so much, but whatever your budget, there's certainly something to keep a glamorous gran very, very happy this year!

No one deserves a little bit of luxury waiting for them on Christmas morning as much as mum. We've rounded up some of the best treats out there — from Diptyque candles, to Chanel gift sets, to Ginger & Smart vanity cases to beaut-iful Estée Lauder lipsticks — so we're sure that you'll find something to spoil mum with this Christmas! Be sure to stay tuned all this week as we bring you brand new gift guides every day and if you need some inspiration stat be sure and check out our stocking fillers for guys and gals, as well as fun stuff to buy your bestie and gifts for expectant mums. EXCITING!

Since 1994 World Vegan Day has been celebrated in Australia and worldwide on November 1. And in turn more and more beauty brands are jumping on board and introducing vegan beauty products. Lush has been leading the way, but closer to home Inika Mineral Cosmetics are known for their vegan products that include brushes, lipsticks and much more. And don't go thinking vegan equals lame and hessian packed. Just check out Steamcream to see it can be cult, cute and collectable . . .