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Missing Pink

Beauty · Hygiene · Empowerment

Because every girl deserves to feel seen, supported and special — supporting teenage girls in male-led households across Blackpool with the essentials, the guidance, and the confidence they deserve.

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Who We Are

Missing Pink is a grassroots initiative in Blackpool — home to seven of the UK’s most deprived neighbourhoods — supporting teenage girls in male-led households with the essentials and knowledge that can sometimes be missing.

What We Do

We provide curated Pink Hampers filled with hygiene products, skincare and self-care essentials, plus the Glow Up Guide — covering everything from beauty basics to relationships, delivered privately and with dignity.

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Beauty · Hygiene · Empowerment
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Supporting teenage girls growing up in male-led households across one of the UK’s most deprived areas — with dignity, care, and no judgment.

Missing Pink is a grassroots initiative based in Blackpool — home to seven of the UK’s most deprived neighbourhoods — dedicated to supporting teenage girls growing up in male-led households.

While fathers, grandads and brothers provide incredible love and care, certain milestones — menstrual health, skincare, relationships, confidence — can go without proper guidance or the right products. That’s where we come in.

Our approach is private and personal. We deliver directly to young women at home or school — ensuring comfort, dignity and accessibility every single time.

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The Pink Hamper

Thoughtfully curated boxes filled with hygiene products, skincare essentials, self-care treats and more — everything a girl needs to feel confident, pampered and cared for.

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The Glow Up Guide

A relatable, stigma-free guide covering beauty basics, personal wellbeing, periods, relationships and life skills — all the conversations that matter, delivered without judgment.

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Private & Personal

No group sessions, no embarrassment. We deliver directly to young women at home or school, working quietly and respectfully to make sure every girl feels supported on her own terms.

7of the UK’s most deprived neighbourhoods in Blackpool
100%of every donation goes directly to a girl in need
£23sponsors a complete Pink Hamper for one girl
💗Every item donated makes a direct, measurable impact
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✦ The Glow Up Guide

The things they didn’t teach you

Real talk on hair, beauty, periods, life skills and relationships — written with love, without judgment.

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Always condition the ends of your hair — they’re the oldest and most fragile part.

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Deep nourishment: wet hair, apply conditioner all over, leave a couple of hours, emulsify with shampoo and wash as normal.

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Always use heat protection before any hot styling tool. No exceptions — ever.

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Never straighten wet hair. The steam cooks it from the inside out. The damage is permanent.

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Never brush wet hair. Use a wide-tooth comb in the shower while conditioner is still in — glides through without breakage.

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Use semi-permanent colour, not permanent. If going blonde, do it once only — repeat bleaching can cause hair loss.

💄 Make Up
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Less is more. A little mascara and lip balm goes further than a full face every day.

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Don’t forget your neck — blend your foundation past your jawline so there’s no line.

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Foundation should match your skin tone. Test on your neck in natural daylight, not your wrist.

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Always wash your makeup off before bed. Sleeping in it clogs pores and ages skin.

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Moisturise before any makeup — it helps everything go on smoother and last longer.

✨ Skin Care
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Use SPF every single day as your base. Yes, even teenagers. Yes, even in winter. Neck and chest too.

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Always moisturise. Dehydrated skin produces more oil, not less.

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Fake tan? Exfoliate the day before, moisturise the day of tanning for an even result.

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Avoid sun beds. No tan is worth the long-term skin damage or health risk.

ℹ️ Friendly guidance only — not medical advice. For any health concerns, speak to your GP or school nurse.
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Avoid wearing tampons to bed. Always switch to a pad at night to reduce the risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome.

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Shower daily. Warm water is all you need — do NOT douche. It disrupts your balance and can cause infection.

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Change your pad every 4–8 hours. Never flush tampons or pads down the toilet.

🧗 Oral Care
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Brush or scrape your tongue first every morning — it removes bacteria that built up overnight.

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Brush teeth as soon as you wake up, not after breakfast — removes build-up before bacteria get to your enamel.

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Floss once a day and follow with mouthwash. Your future dentist bills will thank you.

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The Laundry Hack: Never leave wet clothes in the machine for hours — they go sour. Hang them straight away.

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Your Door, Your Rules: If someone knocks and you don’t know them, you do not have to open the door. That’s not rude — it’s safe.

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The Rainy Day Jar: Put 50p or £1 aside weekly. When something breaks or you need bus fare, you’ll be glad you have it.

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Credit cards at 18 — say no. They feel like free money until they’re not. Build savings first.

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Pay your bills the day after payday, then budget from what’s left. Bills first, fun second — always.

👥 Friendships
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When out at night, never leave alone and never let a friend leave alone. Stay together always.

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Build friendships on trust, respect and kindness — not popularity. The real ones will still be there when the crowd moves on.

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It is completely okay to say no to a friend when something feels wrong. A real friend will respect that.

💕 Relationships
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The red flags you ignore at the beginning will be the reason you leave in the end. Trust your instincts early.

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Do not settle for less. You deserve someone who is kind, consistent and genuinely respectful — always.

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Never send nudes. Once sent, you lose all control. Your body, your privacy, your power — keep it.

Words to carry with you

Read one. Say it out loud. Mean every word.

✦ Get Involved

Girls’ clubs & sports in your area

Brilliant female-focused spaces right here in Blackpool. You are never alone.

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GFS Layton
📍 Blackpool

A girls-only club offering a safe, fun space to make friends and grow in confidence.

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Blackpool Boys & Girls Club
📍 Blackpool

A community club welcoming young people to activities, sports and social events.

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Whiteholme Youth & Community Centre
📍 Bispham

Youth and community activities supporting young people across north Blackpool.

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The Den (Empowerment Charity)
📍 Blackpool

Dedicated to empowering young people — especially girls — with skills and confidence.

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Fylde Youth Club (Play Inclusion Project)
📍 St Annes

Inclusive youth club creating safe, welcoming spaces in the Fylde area.

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Blackpool Wyre & Fylde Athletics Club
📍 Bispham

Girls are very welcome — run, jump, throw and find your stride in a supportive team.

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Marton & Mereside Youth & Community Centre
📍 Blackpool

A warm hub with youth activities and support in south Blackpool.

These are just some of the clubs available in Blackpool — there are many more. You are not alone. 💗