Back in control

摘要

Caroline Hirons is recalling the light-bulb moment that led to her launching her charity, Give and Makeup, which supplies make-up, clothing and other essentials to women and their young children escaping from domestic abuse. 'It was seven years ago, and I was writing about beauty products for my blog when I found myself on the Refuge website.' says Caroline, a beauty industry stalwart with more than 20 years' experience and a successful blog to her name. 'I got to the page aimed at women planning to leave an abusive relationship, advising them what to take with them and what to leave behind. I realised they often take very little, so as not to arouse suspicion in their abuser. Some just take the kids, their purse and a nappy bag - not even tampons or shower gel.