ESL WORKSHEET - Make-up and beauty routines

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS

BEAUTY AND MAKE-UP

LinguaHouse

Jul. 27, 2025

Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Beauty Products and Services; Health and Well-being; Fashion; Vocabulary Lesson; Speaking; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 07/27/2025

In this refreshed lesson, students learn and practice vocabulary to talk about make-up and beauty routines. Exercises cover beauty products and tools, and how to get ready for a night out. The lesson finishes with a speaking activity for students to talk about how they use make-up.

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AUDIO TRANSCRIPT

Emma: Hey Lena, are you still coming over before the party tonight?
Lena: Yeah, I am! But… I might need some help. I never know what to do with makeup. I just put on a little mascara and hope for the best.
Emma: Haha, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. I love doing make-up – it’s kind of like painting. What kind of look do you want? Natural or a bit more glam?
Lena: Umm… maybe something a little more glam than usual? But not too heavy. I still want to look like me.
Emma: Perfect. We’ll start with a light foundation to even out your skin tone, then maybe a bit of highlighter to add some glow. Oh! And I just bought a new eyeshadow palette – it’s all golds and browns, perfect for a night out.
Lena: Sounds good! I’ve honestly never used a highlighter before. Where does it even go?
Emma: It goes on the high points of your face – like your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, and a bit on your brow bone. It catches the light and gives you that glowy look.
Lena: Okay, I trust you! What else do you usually use?
Emma: Hmm, I always use an eyelash curler before mascara – it really makes a difference. Then I set everything with powder, so it lasts longer. And don’t forget setting spray – it’s like hairspray for your face!
Lena: Haha, wow, this is a whole routine. I usually just brush my hair and put on lip balm.
Emma: Hey, that works too! Beauty routines should make you feel good. It’s not about doing everything – just what makes you confident.
Lena: I like that. Okay, I’ll bring my face, and you bring the magic tools.
Emma: Deal. I’ll have everything ready. Oh – and bring your red lipstick! You looked amazing in it last time.
Lena: You really think so? Maybe tonight’s the night I finally figure out how to apply it without looking like a clown.
Emma: Practice makes perfect! You’ll be a pro in no time.

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