Flair on the Coast

Anyone facing a cancer diagnosis understands that the fear and uncertainty can rock you to the core. And once treatment begins - which can impact the quality of your skin, hair and mood, it can be difficult to feel cheerful and light, or sometimes even face yourself in the mirror. The women behind a new program called FLAIR on the Coast hope to offer fresh insight and inspiration to help women facing cancer feel better about themselves. Carol Bowman and Jean Pate each have personal experience and stories to share around cancer. The two local dragon boat competitors initiated the FLAIR on the Coast program, after becoming familiar with the Look Good Feel Better program offered in the Lower Mainland, which also helps women facing cancer. Our primary goal is to lift a womans spirit by helping her look good, giving her more confidence while going through cancer treatment, said Pate. Because when youre diagnosed with cancer its a really big blow. By hosting a monthly, free two-hour workshop, Pate and Bowman are cheerfully determined to enable women in cancer treatment to feel more empowered. Its a non-profit initiative the two have currently privately funded simply to give back to the community and share what theyve learned. The workshops will include guest speakers, a wig library (where patrons in treatment can borrow wigs), hair alternative ideas, cosmetic application ideas, skin and nail care. Bowman, who is a professional esthetician in Sechelt, understands that feeling better during treatment can be daunting, from learning how to properly apply false eyelashes, or finding healthy creams for dry skin or fragile nails. She also knows that feeling confident during a difficult time is enhanced by comradery and starts from within.

Anyone facing a cancer diagnosis

Call (604) 989-3724, email info@flaironthecoast.com, or use the website.

Phone

(604) 989-3724

Email

info@flaironthecoast.com

Website

http://www.flaironthecoast.com/