Third Term Beauty and Cosmetology revision for SS 1

Class: SS 1
Term: Third Term
Week: 11
Age: 15 years
Duration: 60 minutes
Subject: Beauty and Cosmetology
Curriculum Theme: Revision
Focal competence: Integration of the term’s curriculum competencies
Key competencies/values: Critical Thinking; Communication
Skills:

• Curriculum skills covered in Weeks 1-10

Previous Lesson: Strategies
Topic: Revision and Consolidation
Subject Matter: core term topics, taught skills, common misconceptions, revision exercises

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils/students should be able to:

Cognitive Domain

• Recall the key concepts taught during the term.

Psychomotor Domain

• Apply the term’s knowledge and skills in written, oral or practical tasks.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the importance of reviewing learned concepts for mastery.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 New Revised Senior Secondary Education Curriculum (SSEC)
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Approved Beauty and Cosmetology textbook for SS 1
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work For The New Revised Senior Secondary Education Curriculum (SSEC)

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Class notes and approved textbooks
• Past questions/revision exercises
• Whiteboard and markers
• Charts illustrating key concepts (e.g., skin types, hair structure)
• Basic cosmetology tools (e.g., comb, brush, nail file) for demonstration

Rationale for the Lesson

This revision lesson is essential for students to consolidate their understanding of all topics covered during the term. It provides an opportunity to clarify doubts, correct misconceptions, and practice applying learned skills, thereby preparing them adequately for examinations and future studies in Beauty and Cosmetology.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Students are expected to have a foundational understanding of all Beauty and Cosmetology topics taught from Week 1 to Week 10 of the Third Term.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Revision and Consolidation

Hygiene and Safety in Cosmetology

Maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety is fundamental in cosmetology to protect both the client and the cosmetologist. Key aspects include:

1. Personal Hygiene: Regular hand washing, clean uniform, tied-back hair, short and clean nails, good body odour.
2. Salon Sanitation: Keeping the salon environment clean, including floors, workstations, and reception areas.
3. Sterilisation and Disinfection:
   1. Sterilisation: The complete destruction of all forms of microbial life, including spores (e.g., using an autoclave).
   2. Disinfection: The process of destroying most pathogenic microorganisms on inanimate surfaces (e.g., using disinfectants like barbicide).
   3. Sanitisation: Reducing the number of microorganisms to a safe level (e.g., washing with soap and water).
4. Safety Precautions: Proper handling and storage of tools and chemicals, ventilation, use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Skin Care Basics

Understanding skin types and basic care routines is crucial for healthy skin.

1. Skin Types:
   1. Normal Skin: Balanced, neither too oily nor too dry.
   2. Oily Skin: Excess sebum production, prone to shine and acne.
   3. Dry Skin: Lacks moisture, often feels tight and flaky.
   4. Combination Skin: Oily in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) and dry or normal elsewhere.
   5. Sensitive Skin: Easily irritated, prone to redness and reactions.
2. Basic Skin Care Routine:
   1. Cleansing: Removes dirt, oil, and make-up.
   2. Toning: Balances skin pH and removes residual impurities.
   3. Moisturising: Hydrates and protects the skin.
   4. Exfoliation: Removes dead skin cells (1-2 times a week).
   5. Sun Protection: Essential to prevent sun damage and premature ageing.

Hair Care Fundamentals

Proper hair care involves understanding hair types and appropriate washing and conditioning techniques.

1. Hair Types:
   1. Straight Hair: Lacks curl, can be fine or thick.
   2. Wavy Hair: Forms an ‘S’ shape, can be fine, medium, or coarse.
   3. Curly Hair: Forms spirals, prone to dryness and frizz.
   4. Coily/Kinky Hair: Tightly coiled, very fragile, and prone to shrinkage.
2. Shampooing and Conditioning:
   1. Shampooing: Cleanses the scalp and hair, removing dirt and product build-up.
   2. Conditioning: Replenishes moisture, detangles, and improves hair texture.
3. Basic Styling Tools: Combs, brushes, hair clips, blow dryers, curling irons, flat irons.

Nail Care Procedures (Manicure and Pedicure)

Manicure and pedicure are treatments for the hands and feet, respectively, focusing on nail health and appearance.

1. Manicure Steps:
   1. Sanitise hands.
   2. Remove old polish.
   3. Shape nails.
   4. Soak hands.
   5. Push back/trim cuticles.
   6. Massage hands.
   7. Apply base coat, polish, and top coat.
2. Pedicure Steps:
   1. Sanitise feet.
   2. Remove old polish.
   3. Soak feet.
   4. Exfoliate feet (remove calluses).
   5. Shape nails.
   6. Push back/trim cuticles.
   7. Massage feet.
   8. Apply base coat, polish, and top coat.
3. Common Nail Issues: Brittle nails, fungal infections, ingrown nails, discolouration.

Basic Make-up Application

Understanding the basic steps for a natural make-up look.

1. Preparation: Cleanse, tone, and moisturise the face.
2. Foundation: Evens out skin tone, applied evenly with a brush, sponge, or fingers.
3. Concealer: Covers blemishes, dark circles, and imperfections.
4. Powder: Sets foundation, reduces shine, and provides a matte finish.
5. Eyebrows: Defined and filled in to frame the face.
6. Lipstick/Lip Gloss: Adds colour and definition to the lips.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Question and Answer, Explanation, Guided Practice, Practical Demonstration, Review of Revision Exercises

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Activating Prior Knowledge

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher welcomes the students and informs them that the lesson will be a revision of all topics covered during the Third Term. The teacher asks students to briefly mention one topic they found interesting or challenging.

Pupils’ Activity: Students respond by mentioning various topics from the term.

Learning Point: Term topic recall

Step 2: Review of Hygiene and Safety

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explaining/Questioning

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher revisits the importance of hygiene and safety in cosmetology, explaining key terms like sterilisation, disinfection, and sanitisation. The teacher asks students to differentiate between these terms and state examples of safety precautions.

Pupils’ Activity: Students answer questions, differentiate terms, and provide examples of safety measures.

Learning Point: Hygiene and safety principles

Step 3: Revision of Skin Care Basics

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Recall

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides students through a review of different skin types and their characteristics. The teacher then asks students to outline the steps of a basic skincare routine and mention common skin problems.

Pupils’ Activity: Students recall skin types, basic routine steps, and common skin issues.

Learning Point: Skin care fundamentals

Step 4: Hair Care Fundamentals Review

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Discussion/Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher facilitates a discussion on various hair types and appropriate shampooing and conditioning techniques. The teacher may demonstrate a basic hair brushing technique or show pictures of different hair types.

Pupils’ Activity: Students participate in the discussion, identify hair types, and describe washing techniques.

Learning Point: Hair care understanding

Step 5: Nail Care Procedures Revision

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Practical Application

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reviews the steps for a basic manicure and pedicure. The teacher may use simple tools to demonstrate shaping nails or applying polish, highlighting common misconceptions or errors.

Pupils’ Activity: Students observe the demonstration, recall the steps, and ask clarifying questions.

Learning Point: Manicure and pedicure steps

Step 6: Basic Make-up Application and Revision Exercises

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Problem Solving/Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher quickly revises the basic steps of make-up application. The teacher then distributes revision exercises (e.g., short answer questions, multiple-choice questions, or scenario-based problems) covering all the revised topics for students to complete.

Pupils’ Activity: Students attempt the revision exercises individually or in pairs.

Learning Point: Application of knowledge

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. State three essential personal hygiene practices for a cosmetologist.
2. Differentiate between sterilisation and disinfection with an example for each.
3. List the four main skin types.
4. Outline the basic steps for a manicure.
5. Mention two common hair care tools.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Key concepts assessment

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Consolidation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarises the main points of the revision, encouraging students to continue studying their notes and textbooks. The teacher reminds them of the importance of consistent practice for mastery in Beauty and Cosmetology.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen attentively and ask any final questions.

Learning Point: Lesson summary reinforcement

Lesson Keywords

• Revision – The act of reviewing previously learned material.
• Consolidation – The process of strengthening and making firm knowledge or skills.
• Hygiene – Practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease.
• Sterilisation – Complete destruction of all microbial life.
• Disinfection – Destruction of most pathogenic microorganisms on surfaces.
• Skin Types – Classifications of skin based on characteristics (e.g., oily, dry, normal).
• Manicure – Cosmetic treatment for the hands and fingernails.
• Pedicure – Cosmetic treatment for the feet and toenails.

Differentiation

For students who grasp concepts quickly, provide additional challenging revision questions or ask them to explain complex procedures in detail. For students needing more support, offer simplified explanations, visual aids, or pair them with stronger students for peer tutoring during revision exercises.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further understanding, search on YouTube for: “SS1 Beauty and Cosmetology revision Nigeria” or “Basic Skincare Haircare Nailcare for beginners”.