Face First Boutique Blog

Furnace Brook Middle School in Marshfield began its first After School Enrichment Program in the spring of 2009 with great success.  I was fortunate enough to participate by offering a Skin Care and Makeup 101 class.  The Enrichment Program picked up again in September and my class grew to over 3 times the number of girls! 

 

Skin Care and Makeup 101 began with an introduction to what the girls could expect throughout the 6 week course.  Each student received a packet with a Face First Boutique handbook, and other items they would need for each class. 

 

Those following weeks were filled with girls having fun. Once school was over, it was time for them to let loose.  What better way to do that than with homemade remedies and makeup?  The girls made and applied their own all-natural facial masks, facial scrubs, and essential oil hydrating mists. 

 

With the help of a Woods Lamp, which shows the condition of the skin beneath the surface, the girls were able to see what happens after too much sun exposure.  Needless to say, they were horrified, and hopefully will always remember to wear sunscreen. 

 

I think it’s important to show the girls, and boys for that matter, real examples of what sunburn can really do to the body.  Since I am a product of the days of baby oil and aluminum foil, I had plenty to share!

 

The girls learned proper cleansing and moisturizing techniques as well as age-appropriate makeup applications.  Those six weeks gave the girls an opportunity to be comfortable enough to ask whatever they felt was important to them.

 

My goal is to create an atmosphere where teens can feel free to come with questions and or concerns about their skin.  It’s hard enough growing up these days.  I think it’s important for teens to be comfortable with themselves no matter what their skin condition may be.