Spa Science: Self-Care Science Projects (STEAM Focus)
In this ongoing course, learners will expand their definition of scientific roles and explore cosmetic chemistry by making do-it-yourself self-care projects such as bath salts, lip balm, perfume and more.
Miss April
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5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Did you know that science is involved in making many of the products we use for self-care (makeup, bubble bath, nail polish, etc.)? Scientists have to know how different ingredients work together to make a product that does its job well. It is all a part of cosmetics chemistry!💅💄 In this class, we will get to practice this type of science and we will get to practice self-care! It's a win-win! 👏 Each week, we will make one project and learn about why and how the ingredients work together. This class is great for learners who want to expand their view of who is a scientist, like to do hands on projects, enjoy a little TLC and like to have fun! Each week, we will: 1. Introduce ourselves with a silly ice breaker question.🙋♀️🙋♂️ 2. Introduce that week's project, going over the ingredients and hypothesizing the purpose of each ingredient.📃 3. Making our project!🧪 4. Leave class ready to enjoy a little self-care!💖 And now, the schedule of activities: Week of January 8: Mermaid Bath Bomb Week of January 15: DIY Perfume Week of January 22: Kool-aid Lip Balm Week of January 29: Bath Time Play-doh Week of February 5: Unicorn Fizzy Bath Salts Week of February 12: Yogurt Facial Mask Week of February 19: Peppermint Foot Scrub Week of February 26: Cotton Candy Lip Scrub Week of March 4: Bubble Gum Sprinkles Bath Bomb This class does require supplies in order to complete the project. All supplies will be listed below in the supply list. However, if you are not able to get the supplies in time, your learner can always refer to the class recording and can still benefit from the demonstration and discussion.
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Parental Guidance
It is important to note that even though these are homemade products, there is still a possibility of an allergic reaction. If you know of an allergy to any of these ingredients for your learner, please reach out to see if there is a substitute or if it would be best to just omit that ingredient entirely.
Supply List
Mermaid Bath Bomb: 1 cup baking soda, 1/2 cup citric acid, 1/3 cup cornstarch, 2 tbsp iridescent glitter, 2 tbsp fractionated coconut oil (https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Solutions-Liquid-Coconut-16-Ounce/dp/B017DT4HM2/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?keywords=fractionated+coconut+oil&linkCode=ktl&linkId=5f503509ff9ec40ec24583af8141cbbd&qid=1689904264&rdc=1&sr=8-4-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1), gel food coloring, lavendar essential oil, water, bath molds (preferably about 2.5") (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N2UAZB4/ref=twister_B08D9453FZ?_encoding=UTF8&th=1) Make your own perfume: rubbing alcohol, water, essential oils (examples: lavender, peppermint, sweet orange, ginger), 1 oz spray bottle (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VV21G4?tag=glueglit-20&camp=0&creative=0&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=B000VV21G4&adid=1T67JSPENCYW53W31M7Y&), liquid measuring cup, tape, paper, markers Kool-aid Lip Balm: 4 tbsp coconut oil, 1 packet Kool-Aid mix, 1 tbsp water, 2 tsp sugar, lip balm containers (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XF253J3/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=onecrazymom-20&linkId=5c8fd814959950ae01a437bb36804af6&language=en_US) Bath time play-doh: castile soap (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HJZS10/ref=as_li_ss_tl?th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=ssg0283-20&linkId=e86d0d3a42f98df9c6122b8ac32de322), all purpose flour, cream of tartar, oil (almond, olive, or coconut all work well), water, food dye or soap colorant Unicorn Fizzy Bath Salts: 1 cup baking soda, 1 cup epsom salt, 1/2 cup citric acid, 1/2 cup corn starch, 3 tbsp fractionated coconut oil (https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Solutions-Liquid-Coconut-16-Ounce/dp/B017DT4HM2/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?keywords=fractionated+coconut+oil&linkCode=ktl&linkId=5f503509ff9ec40ec24583af8141cbbd&qid=1689904264&rdc=1&sr=8-4-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1), essential oils, soap colorant (https://www.amazon.com/Powder-Color-Epoxy-Resin-Pigment/dp/B07J1CFSSV/ref=sr_1_15?crid=16YH7A5S1E9TI&dchild=1&keywords=soap%2Bcolorant&qid=1591740144&sprefix=soap%2Bcolor%2Chpc%2C169&sr=8-15&tag=lydioutlou-1-bg-20&th=1), airtight glass jar Yogurt Facial Mask: 1 tsp yogurt, 1 tsp warm honey, 1 tsp vitamin E oil (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CHTX1AS/?tag=thekoabeawri-20) Peppermint Foot Scrub: 1 cup sugar, 1 cup Epsom salts, 1/4 cup melted coconut oil, 1/4 cup sweet almond oil, 20 drops peppermint essential oil, 10 drops tea tree essential oil, 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil Cotton Candy Lip Scrub: 3 tbsp coconut oil, 1/3 cup granulated white sugar, 4-5 drops cotton candy flavoring (or any other flavored oil you want) (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FRXI66/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=scathoofacram-20&linkId=8983d47584a5ba817241d4f78bd3c2f5&language=en_US&th=1, 2 drops Vitamin E oil, 1-2 drops each of pink and blue food coloring, lip balm containers (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XF253J3/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=onecrazymom-20&linkId=5c8fd814959950ae01a437bb36804af6&language=en_US) Bubble Gum Sprinkles Bath Bomb: 1 cup baking soda, 1/2 cup citric acid, 1/2 cup Sodium Laurel Sulfoacetate (https://www.amazon.com/Sulfoacetate-Pure-Organic-Ingredients-Eco-Friendly/dp/B07GDV3NYH/ref=sr_1_9?crid=33OA8CYXGW739&keywords=slsa&qid=1690250476&refinements=p_36%3A1253518011&rnid=386636011&s=hpc&sprefix=sesa%2Chpc%2C122&sr=1-9), 1/4 cup cream of tartar, 1/4 cup coconut oil, 2 tbsp rubbing alcohol, 12 drops grapefruit essential oil, 6 drops ylang-ylang essential oil, 3 drops eucalyptus essential oil, blue or pink soap coloring, rainbow nonpareils or sprinkles, large bowl, spray bottle, bath bomb molds (preferably about 2.5") (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N2UAZB4/ref=twister_B08D9453FZ?_encoding=UTF8&th=1)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2022
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88reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a love for all things beauty related. And I enjoy finding ways of making something special to enjoy rather than having to go spend the money in the stores. Through my own learning, I have developed an interest in understanding ingredients and their benefits. Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
1-9 learners per class
