The Living Tree would like to invite women, with any form of cancer, from West Dorset and the surrounding area, to come to the Quaker Meeting House on South St, Bridport, at 10.30am on Saturday 24th May 2014 for a free two-hour Masterclass in make-up and beauty skills.
As one of the founders of The Living Tree Cancer Support Group in Bridport and with first-hand experience of the impact of the illness, Jo Millar has been instrumental in bringing the national charity Look Good Feel Better to Bridport. “Having cancer changes everything. During my treatment my hair fell out, my eyes seemed smaller and I felt I needed some professional beauty advice to help me look my best.”
The psychological and therapeutic benefits of wearing make-up are well documented and Jo reflects on her own experience. “There are many visible signs of cancer treatment, like losing your eyelashes, and I picked up lots of hints and tips on how to define my eyebrows and which colours suited me. Above all, the class was relaxed and great fun – a much needed bit of me-time away from hospital and clinics!”
The first Masterclass was held in Bridport in January and Jenny Graham went along. “I had almost stopped looking in mirrors since losing all my hair during chemo, so it felt quite a challenge to undertake a Masterclass. We were taken through the process of cleansing and making up in a clear and supportive way and it felt good to see the transformation. Everyone enjoyed the class and had a lot of fun. I felt I should have planned an evening out afterwards to show off my new self!”
Renee Aplin found the experience really interesting and says: “Even if you haven’t had cancer you’d find this useful but as someone who has it was great! I learnt how to use colour and I got my eyebrows back.”
The two-hour Masterclass will be led by trained, volunteer beauty professionals and beneficiaries are taken through a specially designed 10-step skincare and make-up regime. The aim is to help the wellbeing and confidence of people undergoing treatment for any sort of cancer, improving their self-image and appearance whilst meeting other people in a similar situation.
Places are limited and booking is essential. To make a reservation please ring Jo O’Farrell on 01308 427851.
Can You Help?
There is also a call for local beauticians to help with this event. Requirements are a minimum of one year’s experience in cosmetics or beauty therapy, and proficiency in the art of make-up application and skin care. Beauticians please call Look Good Feeling Better to hear about training and how to become a volunteer. For more information, contact: www.lgfb.co.uk Tel: 01372 747500.
