Grade 9 T.L.E.

Rowena J. Dueñas
T. L. E. - Teacher

BEAUTY CARE- NAIL CARE SERVICES 9

Quarter3–Module1
PERFORM HAND SPA
CLIENTS FINGERNAILS AND TOE
NAILS
CHECKED AND ANALYZED CLIENTS’ HAND
NAIL STRUCTURE AND CONDITIONED
Lesson 1
Week 1
Identify the shapes of the Nail. Can
You name the shapes?
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4 5

Questions:
•Are you aware of your nail shape?
•Do you know your ideal nail shape for your desired
manicure?
NAIL SHAPES
Nails vary into four general shapes.
Before you start to work on your client’s
nails, both of you should agree on the best
nail shape. It should conform to that of
the fingertips for a more natural effect.
People who perform work mostly with their
hands prefer to have a shorter nails to
avoid breakage and injury.
You should examine the hands of your
client and its condition before starting. If
you notice some disorder, prepare nail
repair. You should provide your client
protective materials/supplies for hygienic
purposes
 Types of Nail Shape
ROUND NAILS

As one of the most conservative

shapes of the bunch, the round shape is
ideal for men and those who like to
maintain short nails. This shape is
flattering for wide nails, and gives the
illusion of a thinner nail bed.
 File the side walls straight like a
square, then round the free edge into
that perfect swooping circle. Nail
shape that is slightly tapered and
extends just a bit past the tip of the
finger. This natural looking shape is
common for male clients.
 SQUARE

This shape is referred to a classic shape. The

square is ideal for a bigger nail bed (it tends to mak
smaller nail beds look shorter and wider). To create
this timeless shape, file the side walls straight and
make sure they're perpendicular to the free edge of
the nail. Once you've got the perfect square, angle
your emery board and bevel the nail. Nail shape tha
is completely straight across with no rounding at th
edges. The length of the nail can vary.
SQUARE OVAL (SQUOVAL)

OVAL
Nail shape that is similar to squoval with even mor
rounded corners. This shape is attractive for most
women's hands. The tapered side walls of the oval
create an elegant shape for women. Oval shapes
flatter both wide and narrow nail beds, and add
length with a graceful tip. To achieve the perfect
oval shape, file side walls straight to make sure
they are even. Then, shape the side walls into a
rounded oval, making sure the angles are even on
each side
 SQUARE OVAL (SQUOVAL)

Nail shape with a square free edge that is rounded

off and extends just slightly past the tip of the
finger. Combining the elegance of the oval with the
strength of the square, the squoval is a popular nail
shape for most fingers. First begin with a square
with straight and even side walls. File the corners
until your free edge is rounded and beveled.
Remember, you still want strong side supports—
don't go too file-happy
 Almond/Point

The pointed nail is a popular style for acrylic

and nail art designs, especially in Eastern
Europe and Asia. And while it's not favored
for the everyday look, this extreme shape can
actually slenderize and lengthen the fingers.
File the side walls evenly and taper until you
havereached the desired tip.
Pointed Or Stiletto nail

Nail shape suited to thin hands

with narrow nail beds.
The shape is tapered and
somewhat longer than usual. Weakest
nail shape.
 Deciding Your Shape
How do you decide which nail shape is
right for you? If your nail beds are wide, try a
squoval shape. If they are narrow, try a sharp
square shape to widen and strengthen. If you
keep short nails, a rounded shape is your best
bet for low-maintenance style. You can also
look at the lunula (the half-moon shape on your
nail bed) for nail-shaping guidance. If it's more
curved, try oval or rounded.
Thank you for listening…
See you next week…
Bye….