"I had pretty much given up on wigs, but this one (Anne in color 130) looks really terrific and this make-up really makes a difference too!!!" - Lisa Muccilo
Easy Steps to a New Look...
1. Use a taupe pencil to create eyebrows. Then use an angled brush to apply taupe brow powder with light, feathery strokes. The pencil helps the powder to last. You can buy a long handled, angled brush at an arts supply store for a few dollars instead of spending on an expensive cosmetic brow brush.
2. Line your eyes with a soft eyeliner pencil to give the effect of lashes. Smudge with your finger for a softer look.
3. Pat on concealer to hide reddish or dark areas. Then apply a warm tone foundation, blending into your neck for a natural look.
4. Use a powder blush for long lasting color, applying blush upwards from cheek to hair line. Use left-over powder on the brush to give a glow to your forehead and chin.
5. Apply lip balm before outlining and filling in your lips with a lip brush. Gently smudge the outline of your upper lip with your finger to give a natural effect. Apply a light coat of lip gloss.
More Make-up and Maintenance Tips
To avoid infection: Buy new make-up before starting treatment and replace eyeliner and mascara monthly.
Take a good close-up photo of your face before treatment as a guide for applying eyebrows after hair loss.
Cut your hair as short as possible before starting chemo that will cause hair loss so that when you start wearing a (short) wig, the change won't be obvious. Many former patients advise having your hair shaved as soon as you begin chemo. This gives a sense of control over your hair loss and also avoids the trauma of seeing your hair fall out in the shower, on your pillow, etc.
If you plan to wear a wig, keep a lock of your hair from the top front of your head, where it is lightest, as a color reference. Buy the wig before you start treatment; it will be easier to match your own style and color. An artificial hair wig is recommended. It looks and feels natural, is easy to maintain and much less expensive than a real hair wig.
If you buy a wig by mail or online, make sure that you can return it in a reasonable length of time (not 10 days after you receive it!) if you are not satisfied. If you buy a wig from a store, be sure to also check their return policy.
Use an inexpensive moisturizer often on your face, scalp and body to combat dryness. Carry a small mister with water and use it several times daily to moisturize your face. Use lip balm on your lips.
Make-up and a wig are some of the ammunition Lisa uses in her fight to lead a normal life. Typically, she refused to let 8” of snow keep her from attending our "tlc" photo shoot! Read more about Lisa in the Young Survival Coalition article.
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