Department of Education

Region VIII (Eastern Visayas)

Division of Leyte
CARIGARA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Carigara , Leyte
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET IN T.L.E 7
BEAUTY CARE (Nail Care)
QUARTER - 2 WEEK 5

Learning Competency with code:

* Identify nail structure and shapes
* Identify nail structure and shapes
* TLE_HEBC7/8MT-0j-6

Background Information for learners:

Manicuring, once considered a luxury for the few, is now a service enjoyed by the public. A
patron pleased with a professional manicurist is more likely to become a regular patron for the
service, or other beauty services. Before the manicurist begins the manicure service, consultation
with the patron must be conducted. The manicurist should have: the knowledge of the structure of
hands, arms and nails of the patron

What Your Nails Have to Say

Don't be surprised if your doctor takes a look at your nails at your next check up, even if you're
having no problems with them. Fingernails provide good clues to a person's overall health.
For instance, when the doctor presses your nails, he or she is checking your blood circulation. By
looking at your nails, a doctor may find changes that may be associated with skin problems, lung
disease, anemia, and other medical conditions.
Definition of Terms
Nail - a plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes.
Keratin -a sulfur-containing fibrous protein constituting the main structural protein of hard
epidermal tissues, such as horn, hair, feathers, nails, claws, hoofs, and the like.
Dermis - the second layer of skin, it contains blood vessels, nerves, hair roots and sweat glands.
Hyponychium - the epithelium of the nail bed, particularly its proximal part in the region of the nail
root and lunula, forming the nail matrix .
Epidermis - the upper or outer layer of the two main layers of cells that make up the skin. The
epidermis is mostly made up of flat, scale-like cells called squamous cells. These cells are round cells
called basal cells.

Basic Information About Nail

WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NAIL AND ITS STRUCTURE
We need to recognize that the condition of the nail may actually reflect the general health of
the whole body. You need to understand the structure of the nail and also the structures surrounding the
nail.

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THE NATURAL NAIL
The natural nail, also known as ONYX is the hard protective plate composed mainly of keratin,
the same fibrous protein found in skin and hair. The natural nail is located at the end of the finger or
toe. It is an appendage of the skin and part of the integumentary system.
Nail is a plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes. The main purpose of the nail
is to protect the fingers and toes; however, the fingernail also assists with certain physical activities
in daily life.

Below is the diagram of the nail and its structure

1. The nail body or plate, is the visible portion of the nail that rests upon,and is attached to the nail
bed. The nail body extends from the root to the free edge. It is the hardened keratin plate that sits
on and covers the nail bed. It is relatively porous and will allow water to pass through it. It is formed
by matrix cells. It appears to be one piece, but is actually constructed of about 100 layers of nail
cells.
2. The nail root is at the base of the nail and is embedded underneath the skin. It is attached to an
actively growing tissue known as the matrix. The nail bed is the living portion of the skin upon which
the nail body rests. It is pinkish in color and It has many blood vessels that provide nourishment
necessary for continued growth of the nail, also supplied with and abundance of nerves. It is
attached to the plate by a thin layer of tissue called the bed epithelium.
3. The free edge is the end portion of the nail plate that extends from the tip of the finger or toe.
4. The lunula or half-moon, is located at the base of the nail. The light whitish color of the lunula is
caused by the reflection of light where the matrix and the connective tissue of the nail bed join.
Every nail has a lunula, but some lunulas are short and remain hidden under the eponychium. It is
also a pearly coloured and crescent shaped is due to the cell being pushed closely together, the
blood capillaries cannot be seen through the
lunula because of this.
STRUCTURES SURROUNDING THE NAIL:
1. CUTICLE: The cuticle is the dead, colorless tissue attached to the natural nail plate. The cuticle
comes from the underside of the skin that lies above the natural nail plate. A normal cuticle should
be loose and pliable. This prevents entry of foreign material and microorganisms and helps prevent
injury and infection.

2. EPONYCHIUM: The eponychium is the living skin at the base of the natural nail plate that covers
the matrix area. The eponychium is often confused with the cuticle.

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3. HYPONYCHIUM: The hyponychium is the slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the
fingertip and the and the free edge of the natural nail plate. It forms a protective barrier that
prevents microorganisms from
invading and infecting the nail bed.
4. PERIONYCHIUM: The perionychium is that portion of the epidermis surrounding the entire nail
border
5. NAIL WALL: The folds of skin overlapping the sides of the nail.
6. NAIL GROOVES: Folds of skin that form the slits, or furrows or tracks, at either side of the nail or
sidewall (also known as lateral nail fold) upon which the nail moves as it grows.
7. MANTLE/NAIL FOLD: The deep fold of skin in which the nail root is embedded.

Activity 1: Completion Test

A. Directions: Each sentence below has a blank space; each blank indicates that something has
been omitted. Inside the box are words that complete the meaning of the sentence. Write
your answers on your Answer Sheet..

Nail Keratin Dermis

Hyponychium Epidermis Lunula
Cuticle Free edge Nail bed
Matrix nail walls Nail plate

1. ____________ a plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes.
2. ____________ -a sulfur-containing fibrous protein constituting the main structural protein of hard
epidermal tissues, such as horn, hair, feathers, nails, claws, hoofs, and the like.
3. ____________ the second layer of skin, it contains blood vessels, nerves, hair roots and sweat
glands.
4. ____________ the epithelium of the nail bed, particularly its proximal part in the region of the nail
root and lunula, forming the nail matrix .
5. ____________the upper or outer layer of the two main layers of cells that make up the skin.
6. ____________ the pearly coloured and crescent shaped is due to the
cells being pushed closely together, the blood capillaries cannot be seen
through the lunula because of this.
7. ____________ the overlapping epidermis around the nail. It is the
transparent skin, which is called the 'true cuticle', that is removed during
the manicuring process.
8. ____________ the part of the nail that can be filed and shaped. It is an
extension of the nail plate that overlaps the hyponychium
9. ____________ the only living reproducing part of the nail. This is
situated directly below the cuticle.
10. ____________the part of the nail where the nail plate rests on, also a
continuation of the matrix.

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Activity 2. Label Me
Directions:
1. Label the different parts of nail.

Assessment
Directions: Read the following statements below. Identify what is being referred
in each definition or description. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write
your answers on your Beauty Care activity notebook.

1. This is the pearly coloured and crescent shaped part of the nail that is due to the cells being
pushed closely together.
A. Lunula B. Free Edge C. Cuticle D. Matrix
2. It is the overlapping epidermis around the nail. It is the transparent skin.
A. Free edge B. Cuticle C. Matrix D. Lunula
3. It is the part of the nail that can be filed and shaped.
A. Cuticle B. Matrix C. Free edge D. Lunula
4. It is an extension of the nail plate that overlaps the hyponychium.
A. Free edge B. Matrix C. Lunula D. Cuticle
5.It is the only living reproducing part of the nail.
A. Matrix B. Free edge C. Cuticle D. Lunula
6. It is the part of the nail where the nail plate rests on, also a continuation of the matrix.
A. Nail bed B. Matrix C. Nail plate D. Free edge
7.It is abundantly supplied with blood vessels and nerves, having numerous parallel ridges which
dovetail exactly with the ridges on the under surface of the nail plate.
A. Nail plate B. Nail walls C. Nail bed D. Cuticle
8. It isthe fold of skin that overlap the sides of the nail.
A. Matrix B. Nail bed C. Nail walls D. Nail plate
9. This is visible nail that rests on the nail bed up to the free edge.
A. Nail bed B. Nail walls C. Cuticle D. Nail plate
10. It has numerous parallel ridges which dovetail exactly with the ridgeson the under surface of the
nail plate.
A. Nail bed B. Nail plate C. Nail walls D. Matrix

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Prepared By: Approved By
Reynaldo P. Borinaga Erlinda A. De Lira Ed.D
Teacher School Head

Checked By: Noted By:

Orlando Q. Anacleto Richel P. Ymas
MT 1 MT 1/Subject Coordinator
 ANSWER SHEET IN T.L.E.7
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET IN TLE 7 BEAUTY CARE (Nail Care)
QUARTER 2 WEEK 5

Name of Learner: ______________________________________ Grade 7 Cluster _______

Activity 1: Completion Test ASSESSMENT:

1.______ 1.______

2.______ 2.________

3.______ 3.________

4.______ 4.________

5.______ 5.________

6.______ 6.________

7.______ 7.________

8.______ 8.________

9.______ 9.________

10._____ 10._______

Activity 2. Label Me
Directions:
1. Label the different parts of nail.
 Department of Education
Region VIII (Eastern Visayas)
Division of Leyte
CARIGARA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Carigara , Leyte
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET IN T.L.E 7
BEAUTY CARE (Nail Care)
QUARTER - 2 WEEK 6

Learning Competency with code:

* Identify nail structure and shapes
* Identify nail structure and shapes
* TLE_HEBC7/8MT-0j-6

Background Information for learners:

Shapes of Nail
The shape of nail conforms to the fingertips of an individual. It also determines how the fingernails
should be styled during a manicure.

1. Oval nail - this is common among people with long, perfect nail beds. It may be styled slightly
rounded at the base and slightly pointed at the fingertips. Most often this type of nail has a natural
look and looks very good in a short-medium length.

2. Round nail - ideal for shorter nails, the nail is allowed to grow out straight at the sides for
approximately 1.5 mm and then the tip is filed into a rounded shape. This is a strong shape which is
great for those who keep their nails short.

3. Stiletto/ pointed nail- filed away at the sides to a point at the tip; this shape is very weak as the
sides of the nail (which provide the strength) are totally lost.

4. Squoval - As above, but followed by squaring off the tip, this gives the nail tip strength over the
oval shape.

5. Square nail- The square-shaped nails are the most famous among the nail shapes. It is created by
allowing the nail to grow out straight and then filing the tip straight across at right angles with the
rest of the nail plate.

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Getting Nails Into Shape
Here are some subtle clues and hints that will help you decide on the proper shape, and also some
techniques on how to file it just right.

How to file for the oval shape?

Oval shape
To achieve the oval shape, first begin by straightening your sidewalls and making sure they are even.
Then begin filing from the side of the nail toward the top, using smooth, arching motions with the
file. From there, work your angles on both sides and around the free edge to smooth into the oval
shape you’re looking for. The finished oval should have a nice balance between the cuticle shape and
the free edge.

Square shape
File the side wall straight up and then change the angle to blend. Repeat this on the other side. Once
both sides are finished , use angles to lightly feather and level the nail to sharpen the corners.

Squoval shape
First build the nail into square shape so that you can make sure the sidewalls are straight, tilt the file
underneath the corners and file back and forth from the underneath up.

Round shape
To get the round shape, it is best to file the side walls straight out, and then to just round out the
edges into a nice curved shape.

Pointed shape
The pointed tip requires taking the top of the “I” to a point that meets at the center of the apex.

Activity 1. Identify Me
Directions: Identify the pictures according to nail shapes. Write your answer in your answer sheet.

1.________ 2.___________ 3.____________

4._______________ 5._________________

Activity 2. Matching type.

Directions: Match the items in column A to the description in column B. Write
your answer in your answer sheet.
A B
1. Stiletto/ pointed nail a. It is created by allowing the nail to
grow out straight and then filing the
tip straight across at right angles with
the rest of the nail plate.

2. Square nail b. This shape gives the nail tip

strength over the oval shape.

3. Squoval c. This shape is very weak as the

sides of the nail (which provide the
strength) are totally lost.

4. Round nail d. This shape is common among

people with long, perfect nail beds. It
may be styled slightly rounded at the
base and slightly pointed at the fingertips.

5. Oval nail e. This is a strong shape which is

great for those who keep their nails short.

Assessment:
Directions: Read the following statements below. Identify what is being referred in each definition or
description. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers on your Beauty Care
activity notebook.

1. This shape is common among people with long, perfect nail beds. It may be styled slightly rounded
at the base and slightly pointed at the fingertips.
A. Square B. Pointed C. Oval D. Squoval

2. This is a strong shape which is great for those who keep their nails short.
A. Round B. Pointed C. Square D. Squoval

3. Filed away at the sides to a point at the tip; this shape is very weak as the sides of the nail (which
provide the strength) are totally lost.
A. Square B. Squoval C. Stilleto D. Round

4. This shape gives the nail tip strength over the oval shape.
A. Square B. Squoval C. Round D. Pointed

5. It is created by allowing the nail to grow out straight and then filing the tip straight across at right
angles with the rest of the nail plate.
A. Squoval B. Oval C. Stilleto D. Square

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Prepared By: Approved By
Reynaldo P. Borinaga Erlinda A. De Lira Ed.D
Teacher School Head

Checked By: Noted By:

Orlando Q. Anacleto Richel P. Ymas
MT 1 MT 1/Subject Coordinator
 ANSWER SHEET IN T.L.E.7
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET IN TLE 7 BEAUTY CARE (Nail Care)
QUARTER 2 WEEK 6

ACTIVITY 1 ACTIVITY 2
1.___________ 1.__________

2.__________ 2.__________

3.__________ 3.__________

4.__________ 4.___________

5._________ 5___________

ASSESSMENT:
1.________
2.________
3.________
4.________
5._________