As a makeup artist I (like a lot of us!) am forever buying new makeup products, but always have a stack of barely used makeup in my cupboard.  I was recently having a clear out and found this amazing charity -

** UPDATE **

Unfortunately  since this blog was published Give and Makeup no longer operate as were inundated with products :-(

However, with their motto 'Nothing is waste until it’s wasted! '

Click here to donate:  https://droppoint.org/

Give and Makeup works alongside Refuge and Women’s Aid to help women fleeing abusive relationships. In most cases, these women have fled with their children and left all their belongings behind. They’re in need of basic cosmetics to get back on their feet.

What Can You Donate?

The beauty of Give and Makeup is that they accept both new and second-hand cosmetic products . You know that moisturiser that didn’t work with your skin type? Or the hair mask that wasn’t effective on your locks? You can donate them!

Give and Makeup accept:

• New or slightly used makeup : foundation, powder, blush, eyeshadow, eyeliner,…
• Unopened makeup : concealer, mascara, lipgloss and lipstick
• Everyday essentials : shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, deodorant, toothpaste, body lotion, feminine hygiene products, shaving products, DIY hair dye kits,…
• Skincare : cleanser, toner, moisturiser, exfoliator,..

Quick note though Glossies, for hygiene reasons, you can’t donate items that have been tested with an applicator (like lipgloss, mascara or lipstick) or really old makeup. Just ask yourself: would I give this to a friend? If yes, send it their way!

What To Do If You Or A Friend Needs Help?

If you or anyone you know is victim to domestic violence, contact the Freephone National Domestic Violence Helpline on 0808 2000 247 anytime, any day . You can also email helpline@womensaid.org.uk or visit the survivor’s handbook for further information. Don’t suffer in silence, someone is there to listen.

Alternatively do you have a stack of makeup you'd love to use but have no idea how to use it? Then why not book a makeup lesson where I can go through your makeup bag and teach you and give you the confidence to use all those products. 

Click Here for details. 

Jackie x