A Glamorous Live, Laugh, Learn!

Guest blogger Natalie Matias is a local make-up artist and entrepreneur. She and her team volunteered their time to give women at our Live Laugh Learn Holiday Party glamorous make-overs to look and feel their best! Check out her personal blog and impressive list of celeb clients at MINTMAKEUP - http://mintmakeup.wordpress.com/

It was my first Live Laugh Learn event, and my experience was quintessential in defining the name of this monthly National program. Being there for the annual holiday party reminded me that we must all live our life each day - each breath and each of us represents the face of breast cancer. I met so many amazing women at different stages in their journey - from being newly diagnosed to conquering the disease into remission to being a supporter of a relative or friend that has been affected.

My amazing team of Makeup Artists included Jasmin Bree, Sherry Vanstone & Tatianna Mochnochev. The makeup station provided a space for beautification but more importantly laughter, learning and, in the end, a space that created bonds with a diverse group of women. The night was filled with spontaneity - some woman tried a more dramatic look or new colours for the first time. Our Makeup Artists also offered tips and tricks, and answered specific inquiries - such as the differences in foundations, placement for blush or the easiest way to apply eyeliner. 

Physicians Formula was our sponsor and they provided their whole line of innovative products made especially for sensitive skin. By far, the star product of the night was the Happy Booster Glow & Mood Boosting Blush – made with natural plant extracts that have been shown to promote happiness. The subtle violet scent caught everyone’s attention, and the colour was stunning on all different skin tones! 

The Eye Booster 2-in1 Lash Boosting Liner + Serum is the perfect product to use when experiencing loss of lashes, they simultaneously help boost the lashes and define the eyes. The Makeup Artists were also impressed with the organic line of mascaras that stood up to other loved mascaras. Their facial formulas provided silky application and great buildability, and I personally loved the fact that the organic tinted moisturizers were scented with lavender to help with relaxation.

And the women certainly were relaxed! Music and conversation filled the air, and it was obvious that confidence gets a big boost when you look and feel good.

Everyone in attendance definitely lived, laughed and learned at the holiday party for this essential Rethink Program. And I believe it reminded us all to do so on an every-day basis. Thank you Rethink!

-       Natalie Matias, MINTMAKEUP