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TLE-Beauty Care
(Nail Care) Services

Quarter 4
Self-Learning Module 13
NAIL SHAPES
Michael I. Gonzaga
Writer

Evelyn B. Yarin
Reviewer
 EXPECTATIONS

At the end of the learning activity, the students should be able to:

1. identify the different shapes of the nails;

2. recognize the different shapes of nails; and
3. value the importance of trimming and filing nail shapes.

PRETEST
Identification.
Directions: Identify the names of the following nail shapes. Write your answer on
the space provided.

1. 2. 3.

4. 5.

RECAP
TRUE or FALSE
Directions: Write T if the statement is correct and F if it's False. Write your
answer on the space provided before each number.

1. Cutting the nails straight can reduce the chance of developing

painful ingrown nails.
2. The step of soaking your nails is more important and recommended for
toenails because they tend to be thicker and tougher than your
fingernails.
3. Cut your nails by trying to snip away the entire "free edge" with a single
cut.
4. Your nails should be slightly pointed to keep them from breaking.
 5. Keep the tips of the nails at the level of the tip of your finger.

LESSON
NAIL SHAPES
Nails extend into four general shapes. Before you start to perform on your
client’s nails, both of you should have concurred on the best nail shape. It
should follow that of the fingertips for a more natural effect. It is advisable
for people who perform work mostly with their hands to have a shorter nail
to avoid cracking and injury.
Types of Nail Shape

Oval
The narrow sidewalls of the oval create an
elegant shape for women. Oval shapes
commend both wide and narrow nail beds
and add length with a graceful tip.

To achieve the perfect oval shape, file side

walls straight and make sure they are even.
Then, shape the side walls into a rounded
oval, making sure the angles are equal on
each side.

Round
One of the most conventional shapes of the
bunch, the round shape is ideal for men and
those who like to keep short nails. This shape
is favorable for wide nails and gives the vision
of a thinner nail bed. File the side wall
straight like a square, and then round the
free edge into that perfect circle.

Stiletto/Point
Pointed nails are ideal for acrylic and nail
art designs, especially in Eastern Europe
and Asia. Although not recommended for
daily use, this extreme shape can lengthen
and extend the fingers. File the sidewalls
evenly
and tapered until you reach the desired tip.
 Square Oval (Squoval)

Combining the elegance of the oval with the

strength of the square, the squoval is a
popular nail shape for most fingers.

You may begin with a square with straight

and even sidewalls. File the corners until
Remember that you still need strong side
supports don't be too happy.

Square
This shape is referred to as a vintage shape.
The square is ideal for larger nail beds (it
tends to make smaller nail beds look shorter
and wider).

To create this timeless shape, file the

sidewall and make sure it is perpendicular
to the free edge of the nail. After obtaining
the ideal square, angle the emery board and
nail it diagonally.

ACTIVITIES

I. Directions: Draw the following nail shapes on the box provided for:

Oval Round Stiletto

Squoval Square
II. Directions: Write the names and characteristics of the following nail
shape below.

Nail Shapes Names Characteristics

WRAP-UP
Directions: Summarize what you know about nail shapes by writing
the following:

3 Things I learned today

2 Interesting facts
1 Question I have

The shape of the nail is important because it helps to show your style and
personality. This is why there are so many different shapes to choose from, we are
all different and we like different things!

VALUING
Trimming and filing is the easiest way to shape nails in an orderly fashion without
causing nail splits or cracks, and it also looks a bit classy. Learn to trim and file nails
and enjoy creating various nail shapes!

I have learned that

I realized that

POSTTEST

Identification
Directions: Identify the word/term being described in the statement. Write
the correct answer on the space provided before each number

1. The nail shape is suitable for thin hands with narrow nail beds.
The shape is tapered and longer than usual.
2. A nail shape similar to a square shape with more rounded corners.
This shape is very attractive to most women's hands.
3. The shape of the nail, the free square edge of which is rounded
and extends slightly beyond the fingertip.
4. The shape of the nail is completely straight without
rounded corners edge. The length of the nail can vary.
5. The shape of the nail is slightly tapered and extends slightly
beyond the fingertips. This natural appearance is very common
for male customers.
 KEY TO CORRECTION

References
Modules
K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education Learning
Module in Beauty Care (Nail Care) Services Exploratory Course Grade 7 /8

K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education

Learning Module in Beauty Care (Nail Care) Services 9

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