Student’s ‘beauty bank’
LAUREN, 20, ASKING FOR DONATIONS OF TOILETRIES TO HELP THOSE IN NEED
A kind-hearted student is appealing for help as she bids to set up a “beauty bank” for people in need.
University of Sunderland student Lauren Robinson, 20, from Boldon, wants to offer toiletries, sanitary towels and basic cosmetics for those who are struggling to maintain basic cleanliness and hygiene in the face of austerity.
Lauren has worked in the past with homeless people at foodbanks.
She feels there is also a real need to help those who are struggling to simply stay clean.
Lauren, who is a second year BA journalism student, said: “We all now know how important foodbanks have become in feeding people and families who are fighting to get by.
“The idea of the beauty bank is to offer toiletries, even if it’s just the basics, which will help people stay clean.
“Not having access to basic toiletries can have such an impact if you’re going for a job interview.
“Little things, like putting on a bit of make-up can make a big difference.”
Lauren is confident that this is an issue which can be tackled successfully.
She added: “Let’s face it, we all get lots of toiletries, make-up and similar bitsand-bobs for Christmas or birthdays, and most of the time these get pushed to the back of the cabinet and forgotten about.
“All we’re asking is that people instead donate these items to us and we will make sure they reach those most in need.”
Donations can be dropped into the MediaHUB at the David Puttnam Media Centre at the university’s St Peter’s Campus or by contacting Lauren by email at laurenrobinson97@hotmail.com.