✨ “Trailblazers in Beauty: celebrating Black History in Cosmetology” ✨
Introduction
This project is all about celebrating the incredible Black innovators who shaped the cosmetology industry we know and love today. From groundbreaking beauty products to innovative hair tools and revolutionary techniques, these trailblazers paved the way for the artistry and creativity in our field.
Through this project, your students will dive into history, research a Black figure in cosmetology, and bring their contributions to life with a creative, hands-on project. Not only will they learn about history, but they’ll also get to practice research, presentation, and creative skills—all while having fun! 💡✨
Lesson Procedures: Step by Step
Step 1: Research Phase
Choose Your Innovator: Each student selects a Black innovator in cosmetology.
Haircare pioneers
Beauty product creators
Influential figures in makeup, skincare, or beauty education
Historical or contemporary icons
Note: First come, first serve—no duplicates! ✅
Research: Gather information on your chosen individual.
Step 2: Google Slides Presentation
Students will create a 8 slide Google Slides presentation including:
Title Slide: Name of the individual, their photo, and your name.
Introduction Slide: Quick snapshot of who they are (name, title, time period).
Biography Slide: Key life details.
Innovation/Contribution Slide: Their major invention or contribution.
Impact Slide: How their work changed cosmetology.
Legacy Slide: How their work is still relevant today.
References Slide: All sources used.
Creative Component Slide: Picture of your recreated product/tool.
Design Tips:
Use images of the person and their work. 📸
Keep text concise—bullet points are best.
Choose professional fonts and colors. 🎨
Make it visually appealing, but easy to read!
Step 3: Creative Component – Recreate Their Contribution
Students will physically or conceptually recreate the innovator’s invention. Examples include:
Recreating a beauty product (DIY version of a hair or skincare product). 🧴
Building a mock-up of a tool they designed. 🛠
Conceptual recreation if the physical object isn’t possible.
Take a picture and include it on your Google Slides presentation! 📷
Why I Love This Lesson 💖
Students get hands-on experience connecting history to creativity. ✨
It celebrates Black innovators who have changed the industry forever. 👑
Students develop research and presentation. 📝
Encourages personal expression while honoring important figures in cosmetology. 🌟
Fun, engaging, and meaningful 🎉
Final Thoughts
This project is more than just a research assignment—it’s a chance for students to explore history, celebrate innovation, and bring creativity into the classroom. By the end, they’ll have a polished presentation AND a tangible, creative project to showcase.
Encourage your students to go beyond the slides—let them really get inspired by the innovators who came before them. And don’t forget, you can check out more free and premium lessons on my website to keep your students learning, creating, and thriving in cosmetology! 💼✨
As a high school instructor, I provide parents with all the details when students are completing special projects. I have included my parent letter for your Convenience.
