Beyond Beauty: How Makeup Gifts Empower Lives

Imagine a gift that unlocks a hidden door to confidence and self-esteem. Free cosmetic kits from Good360 were given by Coomealla Health Aboriginal Corporation to women, young and older, offering a chance to play, explore, and discover what makes them feel beautiful.
Kits were used as prizes at women’s events, for Christmas, and, given to teenage girls looking for something to do in their holidays. During the hot summer holiday, they wouldn't be stuck at home, bored and restless. Armed with their new tools of self-expression, they had a world of makeovers and laughter to create, faces to be painted, becoming canvases for dreams and shared secrets. The kits gave a reminder that beauty could bloom even in the cracks of hardship.
Used to the dull ache of empty pockets and the constant pressure of bills, this unexpected gift was a reminder of a life beyond necessities. Tearing through the wrapped packages, the women’s eyes widened at the sight of gleaming aluminium cases that promised artistry. Inside, lay a treasure trove: a rainbow of eyeshadows promised sparkling lids, blush hinted at rosy cheeks, and lipstick/balm whispered of glamour. The kits held the magic of transformation, the promise of a world where a touch of colour could paint a bright smile. It had been years since some of the recipients had allowed themselves the indulgence of makeup, prioritizing food and rent. This wasn't just makeup; it was a hope for the future.
Thank you Good360 and the wonderful donor.