ICSE Class 10 Syllabus 2024 Beauty and Wellness - Hair Styling

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BEAUTY AND WELLNESS: HAIR STYLING (61)
Aims:
1. To develop an understanding of basic hair care 8. To develop skills of preparing and maintaining a
services and to develop skills in the same. work area for providing a service.
2. To develop an understanding of Indian head 9. To create an awareness regarding health and
massage and to equip candidates with the safety hazards in the workplace and ways to
necessary skills to perform the same. prevent them.
3. To equip candidates with knowledge and skills to 10. To create awareness regarding the importance of
create basic hairdos. personal grooming and presentation.
4. To introduce candidates to hair styling and equip 11. To develop skills of handling clients using
them with the knowledge and skills to perform effective communication techniques.
hair straightening and curling. 12. To familiarise candidates with the different types
5. To familiarise candidates with basic haircuts and of tools and products required for makeup and to
equip them skills to perform the same. develop the ability to perform simple makeup
6. To introduce candidates to the basics of colour services.
application to develop skills in applying root touch 13. To create awareness regarding the need for
up. adopting sustainable environmental practices.
7. To provide information about various home-made
organic products and to encourage candidates to
prepare the same.
CLASS IX

There will be one written paper of two hours duration Types of Hair: straight, wavy, curly, coily.
carrying 100 marks and Internal Assessment of 100
Factors affecting Hair Styles: head shapes, facial
marks.
features, face shape, life style; effect of
The paper will be divided into two sections A and B. environmental factors on hair.
Section A (Compulsory) will consist of compulsory
short answer questions covering the entire syllabus. Tools and equipment: Combs, flat back brush,
vent brush, radial brush, hair dryer, tong,
Section B will consist of questions which will require
straightening machine, razor, thinning scissors,
detailed answers and there will be a choice of
questions in this section. cutting scissors, hood dryer, hair steamer, hot
rollers. Basic knowledge of shampoos,
PART I: THEORY-100 Marks conditioners, hair packs, hair tonics, hair oils
available in the market, suitability of the products
1. Basics of Hair Care according to hair type.
Anatomy of hair; hair and scalp conditions;
contraindications; types of hair; factors affecting 2. Basic Hair Care Services
hair styles; tools, equipment and products. Tools and material required for shampooing,
Anatomy of Hair: structure of hair, glands and conditioning and basic blow drying; steps
muscles present in the hair follicle, hair follicle involved.
cycle, hair porosity and elasticity test.
Tools and materials, client preparation and steps
Hair and Scalp conditions: hair loss, lice of applying shampoo; steps of applying
infestation and dandruff; diseases related to hair conditioner, post conditioner application service.
and scalp: Alopecia Areata, Psoriasis, Litchen
Planus (to be done briefly). Basic blow drying, hair products, techniques
(back combing, back brushing.), use of flat
Contraindications: effect of excessive heat on hair
brush/paddle brush; use of thermal/rollers for
and scalp.
setting curls.

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3. Basic Hairdos Electrical Safety: Common electrical hazards
Common hairstyles: client preparation, types and in the workplace and good practices for
equipment used. prevention. Post incident steps.
Preparing the client, shampoo and conditioning Chemical Safety: Names of commonly found
before hairstyling; common hairstyles (plait, chemicals in beauty products.
twist, braids, knots, chignon, pleat, rolls, ringlets, (iii) Threats and risks associated with postures;
tonging) and their identification; equipment used. importance of correct posture for lifting and
carrying.
4. Indian Head Massage
Benefits, contraindications and steps involved; 7. Personal Grooming and Personal
mediums used; techniques; post massage services. Presentation
Benefits and contraindications of head massage; Personal appearance; Personal behaviour; Verbal
Mediums: Oil (organic-sesame, coconut, almond, and non-verbal communication; Professional
olive, mustard). etiquettes.
Steps - selecting and preparing a suitable medium Importance of personal grooming; personal
and performing a head massage. hygiene; personal behaviour; elements: dress
Performing various massage techniques to code, makeup, hair and nail care, wardrobe.
complete the service as required: effleurage, Verbal and Non-verbal communication;
petrissage, tapotement, rotary, vibration, friction. Communication skills; Professional etiquettes.
After care advice.
PART II
5. Home-made Products
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT- 100 Marks
Organic shampoos and conditioners.
Candidates will be required to complete the practical
Benefits of using organic shampoos and work listed below. They will also be required to
conditioners; preparation of organic shampoo complete one assignment based on any topic from the
and conditioner according to the hair type syllabus.
(normal, fine or greasy, dry, combination).
The Practical Work and the assignment will be
6. Management of Workplace assessed internally by the teacher.
Preparation and maintenance of Work Area;
Hazards, Health and Safety at Workplace. List of Practical Work to be done throughout the
year:
(i) Preparation and Maintenance of Work Area:
1. Basic Hair Care Services
maintenance of record cards; essentials of
work area; sterilisation and disinfection (i) Prepare the client and demonstrate each step
methods; storage of tools and equipment; of a shampoo and conditioning service.
compliance of rules and norms at workplace; (ii) Perform basic blow drying.
trolley setting; setting up equipment; safe
disposal of waste. Maintaining parlour 2. Basic Hairdos
hygiene. Create a basic hairdo.
(ii) Hazards and risks at the Workplace.
3. Head Massage
Fire Safety: Types of fires, types of fire
Carry out the Indian head massage technique
extinguishers (briefly); action to be taken in
using any medium.
case of fire; basic first aid measures.

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4. Home-made Products Assignment on a topic from the syllabus
Prepare home-made shampoos and conditioners Candidates are to creatively execute ONE
using basic products. project/assignment on any aspect covered in the
syllabus. Teachers may assign or candidates may
5. Management of Workplace
select a topic of their choice.
(i) Demonstrate the sterilisation and
disinfection process correctly. Suggested List of Assignments:
(ii) Demonstrate the storage of products and 1. Collect data and prepare a report on the career
equipment as per safety standards. opportunities in the Beauty & Wellness industry.
(iii) Prepare a comprehensive checklist for the
2. Write a newspaper article on the growth of the
cleaning and safety of a salon.
Beauty & Wellness industry globally.
(iv) Fill up client record cards according to
organisational policies. 3. Create a Style Magazine for a salon, featuring
(v) Interpret information on product labels different hair styles.
accurately. 4. Write an article on the correct way of shampooing,
(vi) Interpret manufacturer’s instructions on conditioning and blow drying.
equipment accurately.

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CLASS X

There will be one written paper of two hours duration 5. Basic Colour Application
carrying 100 marks and Internal Assessment of 100
marks. Knowledge of Colour Wheel; Patch test and Root
touch up.
The paper will be divided into two sections A and B.
Section A(Compulsory) will consist of compulsory Basic Colour Wheel and how to use it for selecting
short answer questions covering the entire syllabus. right hair colour; Huse, tints and other colour
Section B will consist of questions which will require aspects relevant to hair colour.
detailed answers. There will be a choice of questions Conducting the patch test; Root touch up: client
in this section.
consultation, selecting products, materials and
PART I: THEORY- 100 Marks tools, mixing the colours accurately as per
manufacturer instructions, client preparation
1. Basic Haircuts
applying colour-root touch up, colour processing
Types, client consultation, techniques, products. time, removing the colour products thoroughly
Procedure for basic haircuts: Straight cut, U cut, from the hair, applying a suitable shampoo and
and V cut; Client consultation: using suitable conditioner, home care advice.
consultation techniques to identify the client’s
requirement for the desired look before cutting the 6. Simple Makeup
hair. Hair sectioning; techniques used: clipper
over comb, freehand, thinning. Identification of basic skin types and skin tones;
Use of makeup removers, cleansers and toners;
Types of products available for achieving the final selection and application of the correct makeup
look: gel, mousse, spray, oil, creams. products to enhance facial features; types of
makeup brushes; removal of makeup.
2. Styling Products and Hair Accessories
Client preparation; application of makeup
Styling products; range and suitability; hair
according to basic skin types and skin tones (fair,
accessories.
dark, pink, yellow, pale); use of makeup removers,
Use of styling lotions, mousse, styling gel, heat cleansers and toners according to skin type;
protectants, serum, hairspray cream, finishing selection and application of the correct makeup
gel, volume mousse, silicon shiner, wax, finishing products (base foundation, powder, mascara, eye
spray. shadow, eye liner, eye brow pencil, lipstick/gloss,
Range and suitability of styling products. etc.) to enhance facial features.
Various hair accessories: Pins (types), clips Types of makeup brushes and their use (face
(types), false hair, parandas, nets, veils, fresh powder brush, blusher, contour brush, eyebrow
flowers (gajra). brush, eye liner brush, angled eye shadow brush,
eye shadow brush, fluff brush, sponge applicator,
3. Hair Treatment lip filler brush); removal of makeup.
Treatment for different hair conditions.
7. Client Handling & Communication
Treatment for dandruff, hair fall, thinning hair,
dry and brittle hair: products and procedures. Making the client comfortable; communication
skills; answering queries; following code of
4. Hair Straightening and Curling conduct; working efficiently as a team.
Procedure for Straightening and Curling Hair. Providing a caring environment to ensure the
Client preparation, protecting hair from heat, client’s comfort; understanding the client’s
maintaining temperature, effects of heat on hair, expectations; communicating with the client and
responding to queries; communicating effectively.
holding the iron, setting temperature, ironing each
section, curling tong, setting gels.

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Communicating by telephone keeping in mind 5. Client Handling & Communication
one’s voice, words and body language; answering
Conduct a mock call to show how to handle client
the phone efficiently, responding to the client’s
queries and book an appointment.
needs, using appropriate questions, taking
messages; Assignments on a topic from the syllabus:
Following the code of conduct: conforming to
Candidates are to creatively execute ONE
standards of reasonable conduct which reflect
project/assignment on any aspect covered in the
professionalism; working efficiently as part of a
syllabus. Teachers may assign or candidates may
team.
select a topic of their choice.
8. Green Skills Suggested List of Assignments:
Types of resources-exhaustible, inexhaustible, 1. Make a short video on how to straighten hair using
renewable, non-renewable; Pollutants and types of a straightening iron.
pollution; human activities leading to climate
change; Conservation of resources, Reduce- 2. Draw a colour wheel and explain its relevance in
Reuse-Recycle. hair colouring.

Self-explanatory. 3. Write a magazine article on styling products and
accessories suitable for different scenarios and
PART II occasions.

INTERNAL ASSESSMENT- 100 Marks 4. Prepare a checklist for client handling &
communication in a salon.
Candidates will be required to complete the practical
work listed below. They will also be required to Final Test
complete one assignment based on any topic from the In addition to the Practical and Assignment/ Project
syllabus. Work, the candidates will be tested in one or more
aspect of practical work by the External Examiner.
List of Practical Work to be done throughout the
year: EVALUATION
1. Basic Haircuts The Practical and Project work is to be evaluated by
Demonstrate a basic haircut: U cut, V cut, Straight the subject teacher and by an External Examiner. The
cut. External Examiner shall be nominated by the Head of
the school and may be a teacher from the faculty, but
2. Straightening/Curling not teaching the subject in the relevant
section/class.
(i) Demonstrate the straightening of hair using a
straightening iron. The Internal Examiner and the External Examiner will
assess the candidate’s work independently.
(ii) Demonstrate how to make curls.
Award of marks (100 marks)
3. Basic Colour Application
Subject Teacher (Internal Examiner) : 50 marks
Perform the root touch up service.
External Examiner : 50 marks
4. Simple Makeup Services The total marks obtained out of 100 are to be sent to
(i) Prepare the client and demonstrate the the Council by the Head of the School.
application of foundation, eyeliner, kajal The Head of the school will be responsible for the
lipstick and mascara. online entry of marks on the Council’s CAREERS
(ii) Demonstrate the removal of makeup. portal by the due date.

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