Beginner Level
Good Skin Knowledge for Youth Education
In this class, through visual slides and group discussions, students will learn the facts about common skin, hair, and nail conditions. 
Misunderstanding can lead to teasing and bullying, which can be associated with anxiety and depression. By Learning and understanding together, we start to build more confidence.

Some examples of discussion topics in this ongoing class we will learn about but not limited to:
What is acne?
Name at least two types of pimples.
Understand the three main components of a pimple (oil, dead skin cells, bacteria).
What is the recipe for acne?
Do I have acne?
Learning that acne is not something that people choose to have.
We will discuss the challenges of having acne.
Acne: Myths and truths
Identify at least three acne myths and provide explanations for them.
Acne treatments
Do you know what not to do if you have pimples?
Is there anything you should avoid? 
Media and retouching
Illusion of digital technology.
Discuss media and the use of retouching.
Recognize that the images seen in magazines do not always reflect reality.
Our skin self-esteem
Discuss the way self-esteem affects young people.
Discuss confidence in relation to bullying about skin health.
Skin: Introduction
Understand and identify the term “epidermis”.
Explain at least 3 different functions of the skin.
Learn three ways to take care of skin. 
Skin: Skin types
What is my skin type?
Tips for washing our face correctly.
Brief description of each skin type.
Skin: Eczema and Psoriasis
Explanation about how the immune system relates to eczema and psoriasis.
Discuss what a trigger is.
Learn that eczema and psoriasis are not contagious.
Skin: Warts and fungus
Learn where warts can appear on the body. 
Learn ways to prevent getting athlete’s foot.
Recognize that a dermatologist is a skin doctor.
Learn about ways to prevent skin fungus. 
Learn about how skin fungus does not make you dirty.
Hair care and shaving
Learn the steps for washing hair.
Identify the proper way to shave.
Discuss whether a person shaving, straightening, or curling their hair matters.
Hair care: Hair loss
Identify three reasons people lose hair.
Learn that hair loss can happen to anyone.
Express their feelings about hair loss and how to treat those who are losing their hair.
Hair care: Lice
Learn that being “dirty” is not why people get lice.
Learn what can be used to treat lice.
Define what a “nit” is.
Nail care: Complications
Identify three main parts of the nail.
Learn about examples of nail complications.
Learn about ways to take care of our nails.
Healthy sun habits: Protection and sunscreen
Learn about ways to protect ourselves from the sun.
Learn what two different things on a sunscreen label mean.
What gives skin its color?
Learn that melanin gives skin color.
Learning that the amount of melanin is what makes skin darker or lighter. 
Tanning
Learn why tanning beds are dangerous.
Learn alternatives to tanning beds.
Recognize the difference between UVA and UVB rays.
Freckles and sunburn
Learning about why people get freckles and sunburns.
Learn that our skin gets freckles and/or a suntan to protect our skin from the sun’s UV (ultraviolet) rays.
Tools and implements used by skin care professionals. 
History of Cosmetology


*Parents please contact me before class if you have any questions about the material discussed. I would be happy to answer any questions you might have.
*Students do not require any experience or knowledge in Cosmetology to take this class. 
This class and all the classes that follow are to help students gain knowledge in the Cosmetology field.
* Lessons do not build on each other. 
* Learners may join, pause and leave at any time. 
 *Please make sure you do not have an allergy to any of the ingredients in your skin care lines. 
Always do a patch test on your inner arm to confirm you do not have an allergy.

DISCLAIMER: THIS CLASS DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE.

The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained in this class are for informational purposes only. No material in this class is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have learned in this class.