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No make-up selfies: Girls just wanna raise funds

Kiwi stars reveal why they’ve made up their minds to go make-up free.
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Social networks are flooded with make-up free faces right now, as women around the world ditch their mascara, lipstick and foundation to help raise awareness for a cause close to their hearts – breast cancer.

The #nomakeupselfie campaign is thought to have started when US author Laura Lippman tweeted a photo of herself without make-up in support of actress Kim Novak (81). Cancer survivor Kim was criticised for her surgically altered appearance at this year’s Oscars.

The bare-skin campaign has grown organically to raise funds for the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation. Women are encouraged to donate when they post their selfie.

We asked well-known NZBCF ambassadors and local celebs to send their selfies to the Weekly and shared their reasons for backing this fundraiser.

The fresh-faced ladies – some as we have never seen them before – have spoken of the desire to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. In the first week of the campaign going viral in New Zealand, the NZBCF had already received $50,000 from selfie donations.

The NZBCF has committed $1.4 million to research this year. If you’re seeking information about breast cancer symptoms, visit anychanges.co.nz or call 0800 BC NURSE (0800 226 8773).

How can you get involved?

Post your selfie to a social network and donate to a cancer charity of your choice, or visit nzbcf.org.nz to give to research projects funded in New Zealand.

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The Edge’s Morning Madhouse radio host Jay-Jay Feeney.

NZBCF ambassador & former Silver Fern

NZBCF ambassador & former Silver Fern Maree Bowden:

“I know so many affected by breast cancer and I wanted to show my love and support by donating to the NZBCF. They do such wonderful work and any extra support is fantastic. I am an active person and am quite often without make-up anyway, but it feels great to show support to those who are battling this terrible disease.”

Wendy Petrie

News presenter Wendy Petrie:

“These no make-up selfies have managed to raise a bundle of money worldwide for a worthy cause. Usually, when

I do charity work, it involves a big commitment of time and a fair amount of make-up, which I’m happy to do, but this fundraiser takes a minute – literally! As I wear make-up every day at work,

I usually kick around without it in my free time. I often think

I should make more of an effort to look presentable!”

Danielle Cormack

Rake star Danielle Cormack has also joined the crusade.

Former broadcaster Helena McAlpine:

Former broadcaster Helena McAlpine:

“I’ve been living with terminal secondary breast cancer since 2011. Watching #nomakeupselfie unfold over the last week, I’ve wondered, ‘What good will this actually do?’ Donating will make a small difference. But learning about the disease, its warning signs and best prevention practices could keep you and the important women in your life safe and well.”

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Radio presenter & entertainer Joe Cotton:

“Unfortunately, I’ve never managed to grow my facial hair for Movember so this is my way of showing support. If it raises awareness, and hopefully results in lots of donations, I’m in – even if it means undressing my face! And before you ask – they’re [eyelash] extensions. They don’t come off.”

TV presenter Renee Wright

TV presenter Renee Wright:

“My nana was a breast cancer survivor so I’m more than willing to do all

I can to help raise awareness. Going without make-up is nothing compared to the battle beautiful, brave women face with this disease. I’m inspired by their strength and courage.”

Stacey Morrison

Radio presenter & NZBCF ambassador Stacey Morrison:

“Anything that raises awareness

and money about self-protection against breast cancer is worth it, and this has activated the sisterhood! Stripping back the layers is how we face up to a big issue. We can also volunteer, look after a friend, book a mammogram and donate.”

Toni Street

TV presenter Toni Street:

“Anything that draws attention to charity and encourages people to donate is great.”

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Shortland Street actress Jacqueline

Nairn:

“Putting myself out there with no make-up for a cause that could affect me or any woman in my life is a tiny thing to do, but we’ve built an army! This is uniting women around the world.”

Anne Thorp

TV presenter, cook, NZBCF ambassador & breast cancer survivor

Anne Thorp:

“Any idea that’s good for the cause is good for me. Luckily,

I don’t wear much make-up.

When I’m cooking and working, I like my face fresh and clean as I can get very hot and sweaty in the kitchen.”

Jackie Clarke

Entertainer &

NZBCF ambassador Jackie Clarke:

“When I turn up to a sound check with no make-up, people often look past me to see where ‘Jackie’ is. Once I rock up on the night, fully made up, they relax and treat me like Jackie Clarke. I’m just as much the mum-of-two as I am the diva.”

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