Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer

by Teens Unite Fighting Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer
Beauty Workshop with Young People with Cancer

Project Report | Jan 7, 2025
Skincare masterclass with Indu

By Lesley Lowden-Smith | Trust Income Manager

This event brought together 15 young people who had the opportunity to connect with representatives from the beauty brand Indu, known for their expertise in skincare tailored for teenagers. This unique workshop focused on the importance of self-care, specifically addressing skincare routines post-treatment and makeup techniques to help with some of the physical side effects that cancer treatment can cause.

The primary objective of the workshop was to provide a safe and supportive environment where young people could learn how to manage the visible effects of cancer treatment. Skincare routines were a central focus, with Indu’s specialists highlighting how essential proper skincare is for healing and regaining confidence. Topics included managing sensitive skin, hydration, and addressing common concerns such as dryness or scarring post-treatment.

In addition, the makeup segment provided practical and empowering solutions for common challenges. This included:

  • Eyebrow recreation techniques – Teaching young people how to reshape and recreate eyebrows, an important step in framing the face and restoring a sense of normality and identity.
  • Natural-looking makeup tips – Addressing uneven skin tone, managing redness, and learning simple techniques to enhance natural features in a subtle way.

One of the most valuable aspects of the workshop was the safe, understanding environment it fostered. For many of the young people, this was the first opportunity to engage in a beauty-related activity since undergoing treatment. The workshop provided a rare and vital chance to be surrounded by others who genuinely understood the emotional and physical journey of cancer. Being able to share experiences, laugh, and learn alongside peers created a sense of community and mutual understanding that is difficult to replicate in other environments.

Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive. Many expressed that the workshop helped them feel more confident and better equipped to manage their appearance post-treatment

Outcomes and Next Steps:

  • Increased Confidence: 90% of participants reported feeling more confident in managing their appearance following the session.
  • Skill Development: All attendees left with new skills in skincare and makeup application, which they can continue to build on independently.
  • Community Building: Several participants exchanged contact details and expressed interest in attending future beauty or self-care workshops.

With your support, we will continue hosting similar workshops in the future, with the goal of expanding the program to include more participants and additional themes around wellness, body positivity, and mental health.

We extend our gratitude to Indu for their generous support and expertise in making this workshop a success. Their commitment to empowering young people aligns closely with the values and mission of Teens Unite, and we look forward to further collaboration.

Thank you to you for enabling events like this to take place. Your contributions make a real difference in the lives of young people facing incredibly challenging circumstances.

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Teens Unite Fighting Cancer

Location: Hoddesdon - United Kingdom
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Twitter: @teensunite
Project Leader:
Lesley Morris
Broxbourne , United Kingdom
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