Have you heard of Beauty Night before? Most people who have heard of Beauty Night wonder how the make over program works. We partner with organizations that work with marginalized women and youth. In Vancouver, most of our events take place at the Life Skills Centre (412 E Cordova).

Volunteers arrive at 6pm to set up the room. Tables and chairs are set up in various stations. Hair, make up, nails, mini facials, and relaxation massage stations are organized. Each station has a sign up sheet for each service. At 6:30pm, the clients come in and sign up for services. First come, first serve.

The amount of clients at a Makeover event vary. There have been events where we have had over 200 women. Other events where we have had three. For those of you who have never been to a Beauty Night, perhaps pictures speak louder than words. Here are some snap shots of moments at the make over events Monday nights in Vancouver.

Tlell applying makeup

Sarah Mah playing cards with the ladies

Deb Wright reshaping hair

Margaret training Dawn how to give relaxation massage to volunteer for Beauty Night events.

Deb Wright having fun!

Beauty Night client checking out her new cut!

Beauty Night is a great way to teach tools for women to make positive lifestyle changes. We have several clients who volunteer as they develop the life skills to merge into the working world. For these clients, we have scholarships available through Future Hair School.

For many clients, the makeover program is a self esteem boost. Many Beauty Night clients have dealt with violence. The makeover program is a way of reintroducing touch in a non-threatening way. In a safe and warm environment. Since December 15, 2000, Beauty Night has given over 10, 000 makeovers in Vancouver, Toronto, Victoria, and Prince George.