Health Lesson: Consumer Awareness Lesson - Makeup Testers

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Total Pages: 25 pages
Answer Key: Included
Teaching Duration: 90 minutes
File Size: 1 MB
File Type: PDF

Engage your students in real-world health and consumer awareness with this eye-opening lesson on makeup testers and the hidden germs often found in public product samples. Designed for Grades 6–8, this resource dives into popular makeup brands and retail stores to explore the unseen health risks.

This lesson encourages students to think critically about personal health, hygiene, and the influence of marketing in everyday life. A perfect fit for your ELA, health or science curriculum, this resource supports meaningful discussions around media literacy, disease prevention, and informed decision-making.

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What’s Included:

• 1 Complete Lesson Plan
• Makeup Tester Questions
• Journal Entry Assessment (4 flexible options)
• Makeup Tester Quiz
• Extend Your Learning Choice Board Assignment
• Available in both PDF and Google Slides™ formats

Lesson Outline

1. Introduction to Consumer Awareness
2. Makeup Tester Questions
3. Journal Entry Assessment (4 Options)
4. Makeup Tester Quiz
5. Extend Your Learning Assignment

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Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Consumer Awareness
• Risks and Hidden Germs in Public Testers
• Analyzing Store Practices and Hygiene
• Encouraging Personal Health Responsibility

Perfect For:

• Media Literacy, Health or Science Classes (Grades 6–8)
• Consumer Awareness or Media Literacy Lessons
• Middle School Hygiene Lessons
• Middle School Health Lessons
• Back-to-School Health Topics
• Sub Plans or Introductory Units on Hygiene & Safety

Why Teachers Love This Lesson:

• Relatable & Engaging: Real-life relevance makes this topic instantly interesting for middle schoolers.
• Critical Thinking Focused: Encourages students to question marketing messages and prioritize health.
• Multiple Formats: Includes PDF and digital options, ideal for both in-person and online teaching.
• Flexible Assessment Options: Supports differentiation with a variety of journal entry prompts and a quiz.
• Curriculum-Linked: Ties into health, science, and media literacy curricula.

Teacher Feedback 

1. “Students found it interesting because the topic is something they can relate to.  They were surprised by the true facts that were exposed.  They were a little grossed out, in a good way.”
2. “Another great media lesson to have in my binder. Thank you”
3. “My students always enjoy the consumer awareness lessons!”

This resource is a great way to start meaningful conversations around hygiene, advertising, and consumer health. Students will learn about public product safety, disease prevention, and how to evaluate marketing claims. Encourage your students to be informed and health-conscious consumers while aligning with curriculum expectations in health, science, and media literacy.

Resource Notes:

• Regular, reliable internet access is required for this resource.
• Internet must be able to access online video sources.