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Donate Your Old Mascara Wands to Help Rescued Animals!
Next time you’re decluttering your makeup stash, think twice before tossing that old mascara along with that lip gloss you regret buying. While your mascara may have lost its magic for your lashes, a wildlife refuge in North Carolina could use those used wands for a noble cause.
The Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, a non-profit dedicated to aiding injured and orphaned wildlife in the Western North Carolina area, is on the hunt for clean, used mascara wands. They’re also gearing up to open a new triage facility, aiming to care for even more animals in need. In addition to their wishlist of essential items, they’re specifically seeking those old mascara brushes.
Savannah Greene, one of the refuge’s dedicated staff members, highlights that these wands are surprisingly effective tools. Their tightly packed bristles are perfect for removing fly eggs and larvae from animal fur. After giving your wands a good wash in hot, soapy water, you can send them off to:
Appalachian WildP.O. Box 1211
Skyland, NC 28776
This new facility is expected to help over 2,000 animals in its first year, so every wand counts! The refuge encourages everyone to spread the word on social media using hashtags like #smallbrushbigimpact, #Brushthebugsaway, and #AppalachianWild.
And while you’re at it, don’t forget about those unused beauty products you’ve got lying around. Whether it’s that free gift with purchase you never used or an extra eyeshadow palette you’ll never finish, organizations like Dress for Success and local women’s shelters would be thrilled to receive those items. However, remember that most charities can’t accept used makeup due to hygiene concerns—except for our old mascara wands, which have found a worthy cause.
Switching out your mascara every three months is best for your eye health, but let’s be honest: we often forget that. Luckily, donating your old mascara wands is a great excuse to refresh your makeup collection and help some furry friends at the same time.
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Summary
Donating your old mascara wands to the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge can significantly benefit rescued animals, helping with their care by removing pests from their fur. This initiative not only aids wildlife but also encourages you to refresh your makeup collection regularly.