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Make Your Own Makeup: DIY Mineral Blush, Foundation, & Eyeshadow for Teens

Teens will learn to create their own natural mineral makeup—blush, foundation, and eyeshadow—while exploring the benefits of different minerals and making custom, personalized products. Perfect for beauty enthusiasts!
Crystal Walker
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(33)
Star Educator
Class

What's included

1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Projects
Students will make foundation, blush, eyeshadow and more if they desire.
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

Let’s make our own mineral makeup! 💄 In this fun and educational class, students will learn about the minerals used to create custom makeup and how these ingredients benefit their skin. 🌿 They’ll discover how to make powder and liquid foundation, blush, eyeshadow, and contour makeup.

Students will also receive a custom mineral makeup recipe sheet 📝 to print and fill out, so they can recreate their unique makeup recipes at home, helping them develop valuable DIY beauty skills. Base minerals purchased will allow students to make multiple batches of each recipe, providing great value for future projects!

This class is perfect for beauty enthusiasts and teens interested in natural skincare and cosmetic chemistry. Be sure to check the supply list to ensure you have everything needed to create these personalized products at home! ✨

Learning Goals

💎 Understand the benefits of different minerals used in makeup and how they benefit the skin.
🎨 Explore and experiment with color to create unique makeup looks.
learning goal

Syllabus

1 Lesson
over 1 Week
Lesson 1:
Mineral Makeup
 In this lesson we will learn how to make powder and liquid foundation, blush, contouring colors and eyeshadows. 
17 mins of video lessons

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Students will be handling a spice grinder to mix their makeup. These do have a blade so supervision may be necessary depending on students age and ability.
Supply List
Students will need to purchase:
A spice grinder (electric is best)
Jars to hold the makeup (1 for foundation, blush, and smaller pots for eyeshadow)
Wooden craft sticks/Popsicle sticks

Minerals needed (make sure all are cosmetic grade)
Non-nano Zink Oxide
Titanium Dioxide
White Clay
Sericite (White Mica)

Iron Oxide colors (these come in packages with multiple colors make sure it includes red, yellow, pink and brown) 
Mica colors (these are for eyeshadow and come with a large variety, I would have the student pick a mix with what colors they want for eyeshadows). 

For ease you can see this Amazon list with suggested items. 
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1KXEMC8QQ661F?ref_=wl_share
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I’ve been making and wearing my own mineral makeup for over 10 years and love sharing how easy and fun it is to create with others. With my experience in DIY beauty and cosmetic chemistry, I guide students through the process of making personalized makeup while exploring different ingredients and colors. I’m excited to help students build confidence and creativity in crafting their own custom beauty products!

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