Make sure there are no onions around before you watch the video for/look at the pictures from the Mimi Foundation’s “If Only for a Second.” The Belgian cancer charity took 20 cancer patients and gave them surprise makeovers; each person was told to keep their eyes shut as they had their hair and makeup done. They were then placed in front of a one-way mirror with photographer Vincent Dixon behind it and told to open their eyes. The resulting reactions were then captured on film.
The reactions range from smiley to bewildered thanks to the atypical hair and makeup applied. The idea behind the Mimi Foundation’s “If Only for a Second” was to allow each patient to feel carefree and forget about their cancer, if only for a second. The photographs were put into a book, which is available for purchase, and you can check out the video detailing the project, here.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Empowering Cancer Patients
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing personalized programs and support systems to empower cancer patients and help them feel carefree and confident.
- Creative Therapeutic Approaches
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring creative and unconventional therapeutic approaches, such as surprise makeovers, to enhance the well-being of cancer patients.
- Inclusive Beauty Standards
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Challenging traditional beauty standards and promoting inclusivity by showcasing unique and diverse beauty experiences.
Sectors Adopting This
- Healthcare
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating innovative and personalized approaches to support cancer patients and improve the overall healthcare experience.
- Beauty and Cosmetics
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing inclusive beauty products and services that cater to the specific needs and preferences of cancer patients.
- Charity and Non-profit
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging creative initiatives to raise awareness and funds for cancer research and patient support programs.
