Makeup Routine
This B1-level lesson explores beauty and makeup routines through vocabulary development, video analysis, and debate activities. Intermediate students learn essential makeup terminology, watch Hailey Bieber discuss her minimal approach to beauty, and debate controversial topics about makeup in schools and advertising. The lesson balances practical vocabulary with deeper discussions about beauty standards and self-expression.
Lesson overview
- Learn makeup product names and beauty-related adjectives
- Practice video comprehension with authentic celebrity content
- Develop speaking skills through personal beauty philosophy discussions
- Engage in structured debates about makeup and beauty standards
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| Level | Vocabulary | Video Length | Lesson Time |
| B1 / Intermediate | 16 words | 4:30 min | 60 min |
Vocabulary
- Foundation
- Concealer
- Lip Gloss
- Blush
- Mascara
- Eye Shadows
- Highlighter
- Eye Liner
- Glamorous
- Bold
- Glowy
- Minimal
- Trendy
- Flawless
- Elegant
- Natural
Contents
- Lead-in
- Makeup Vocabulary
- Vocabulary match
- Discussion
- Video
- Comprehension
- Debate
Start with the lead-in questions on page 2 to tap into what students know about makeup habits and trends. This 8-minute warm-up makes the topic personal and builds interest. Move to the vocab exercise on page 3 where students identify eight makeup products from images and explain what they’re for. Give pairs 5 minutes to talk it through, then check answers together. This visual approach helps B1 learners connect words with stuff they probably already recognize.
Page 4 has descriptive adjectives like glamorous, bold, and flawless. Students match these with simple definitions, building their ability to describe makeup looks. The discussion activity on page 5 asks students to complete personal sentences about their beauty philosophy. This reflective task preps them for the video while getting some authentic self-expression going. Give 6-7 minutes for students to write responses and share with partners.
Play the Hailey Bieber video from page 6, which runs 4 minutes 30 seconds. Students should watch it straight through to get the overall message about minimal makeup and self-care. The comprehension questions on pages 7-8 check understanding through eight multiple-choice items. Go over answers as a class, replaying video sections if students missed key info.
The debate activity on pages 9-12 builds structured argumentation skills. Explain the format clearly: 2 minutes for initial presentations, 2 minutes for counter-arguments, 1 minute for voting. Students debate three controversial statements about makeup education, natural beauty, and advertising authenticity. Model the first round if needed, then let pairs take turns presenting and responding. This scaffolded approach builds confidence in extended speaking at the intermediate level.
Push students to use vocab from earlier in the lesson during debates. The mix of personal reflection, authentic video content, and structured debate gives B1 learners plenty of chances to practice makeup-related language in ways that actually matter.
