Super Clean Solutions
Stage is on a mission to empower the breast cancer community with knowledge, confidence and style. When their founder, Virginia Carnesale, learned about the harmful toxins in most beauty products after receiving her breast cancer diagnosis, she was shocked at how difficult it was to find products that were free of the most concerning ingredients — like endocrine disruptors and carcinogens. With Stage, Carnesale provides a curated selection of high-performing skincare, haircare and cosmetics to help take the guesswork out of switching to clean beauty. BY VIRGINIA CARNESALE
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aunched in February 2022, Stage is a mission-driven marketplace created to help women with breast cancer feel stylish, supported and confident at every stage of treatment. Stage is a one-stop shop for patients and supporters to find products, gifts, uplifting stories, tips and advice — all from a community of women who have been through a breast cancer journey. Stage’s marketplace also offers survivor-approved products such as lingerie, loungewear, activewear, swimwear, bags, headwraps, home goods and gifts. They also donate five percent of annual net proceeds to charitable organizations who offer grants and supportive services within three pillars: financial assistance, fertility preservation and integrated wellness-based therapies. Stage’s selection of beauty products are free of harmful toxins, including sulfates, parabens, phthalates, aluminum, talc, triclosan, formaldehyde and oxybenzone. Learn more about Stage’s banned ingredients list in the Advice section of their website. Shop some of Carnesale’s favorite beauty products for treatment and beyond, which can all be found at ShopStage.co.
COCONUT BUTTER MOUSSE I recommend this for all-over use after the shower or whenever your skin feels like it needs a drink. COCONUT BODY OIL This oil is a staple for those of us affected by radiation dermatitis. This coconut oil blend won’t solidify in lower temperatures, comes in a mess-free pump and can be used daily for maintenance of skin. Layer this body oil with Cocobaba’s butter mousse or pure shea butter for a lasting effect!
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Cancer Wellness
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COCOBABA During chemo, I discovered the magical properties of coconut oil. It was the only thing I could put on my dry skin that delivered lasting hydration. Enter Cocobaba — an ethically sourced organic line of coconut oil-based products. Founded by Emma Willis, the daughter of a breast cancer survivor, this line is made with love.