The barrier.
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Every day we use countless products in our bathroom, from soap and sunscreen to shaving and makeup products. However, traditional beauty products are often not designed with accessibility in mind, which can exclude people with low vision or blindness. This lack of accessibility can manifest in various ways, such as packaging that is difficult to read, products that are indistinguishable by feel, and instructions that rely heavily on visual cues. As a result, a person with low vision or blindness may find it challenging to access and use beauty products effectively, limiting their ability to fully participate in this aspect of everyday life.
The solution.
How can we solve this?
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is on a mission to create a Boundless World for people with low vision or blindness by removing barriers that get in the way of them accessing and enjoying the world. We’re bringing together some of the brightest minds in beauty, product design, technology and accessibility for a Boundless Beauty Summit aimed at helping to start the conversations about making beauty more accessible.
But to create real change, we need your help. Many brands think of accessible design as something that’s too hard to do for too small a proportion of the market. The truth is that products designed with inclusivity in mind can benefit everyone. So, add your voice to the conversation and help us make the world a little more boundless.
Get involved today!
How can you get involved?
Learn more. The more you know about blindness and low vision, the more you can help break down barriers for the community. Read our FAQs to learn more about the biases affecting people with low vision or blindness.
Tag a brand on our socials who you think should make their products more inclusive.
Become a partner. Got your own product, shop or brand? Reach out to Guide Dogs NSW/ACT via the form below and we’ll explore how we could help make your products more inclusive.
