Technology and Livelihood Education: Identify Nail Structure and Shapes
Technology and Livelihood Education: Identify Nail Structure and Shapes
Technology and Livelihood Education: Identify Nail Structure and Shapes
Technology and
Livelihood Education
BEAUTY CARE (NAIL CARE) SERVICES
Module 5
IDENTIFY NAIL STRUCTURE AND
SHAPES
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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our delivery of education to you, our beloved
students. With our schools shut across the country, we encourage you not to stop learning but
must adopt to new types of learning. The making of this module serves as one of our
alternatives in delivering education to you because face – to – face educational learning
approach is already losing its relevance in this time of crisis. This module focuses on the
preliminary study of nail care services. Inside this module are lessons that serve as a
foundation in learning practical skills in Beauty Care. Learning the competencies of this lesson
will prepare you for future employment, higher education, and beauty businesses. You can also
apply the knowledge and skills acquired from this module to improve your personal presentation.
What I Need to Know This will give you an idea of the skills or
competencies you are expected to learn in the
module.
What I Can Do This section provides an activity that will help you
transfer your new knowledge or skill into real-life
situations or concerns.
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consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain a deep
understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!
Identify Nail Structure and Shapes
What I Need to Know..........................................................................1
What I Know........................................................................................2-4
What’s In.............................................................................................5
What’s New.........................................................................................6
What is it..............................................................................................7-11
What’s More........................................................................................12-15
What I Have Learned..........................................................................16-18
What I Can Do.....................................................................................19-20
Assessment.........................................................................................21-22
Additional Activities.............................................................................23-25
Answer Key.........................................................................................26
Reference............................................................................................27
What I Need to Know
Before starting with this module, let us see what you already know
about Identify Nail Structure and Shapes. Follow and answer the activity
below.
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on your
TLE Beauty Care Activity Notebook.
1. A plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes.
A. Nail C. Lunula
B. Epidermis D. Dermis
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.
A. Nail C. Keratin
B. Hyponychium D. Dermis
3. It is the second layer of the skin that contains blood vessels, nerves,
hair roots, and sweat glands.
A. Epidermis C. Lunula
B. Dermis D. Melanin
4. It is the epithelium of the nail bed, particularly its proximal part in the
region of the nail root and lunula, forming the nail matrix.
A. Hyponychium C. Lunula
B. Dermis D. Matrix
5. The upper or outer layer of the two main layers of cells that make up
the skin.
A. Dermis C. Keratin
B. Epidermis D. Nail
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6. It is the pearly colored and crescent shaped part of the nail. It is due to
the cell being pushed closely together, the blood capillaries cannot be
seen through it.
A. Cuticle C. Lunula
B. Nail bed D. Cuticle
7. It is the overlapping epidermis around the nail. It is the transparent
skin, which is called the 'true cuticle', that is removed during the
manicuring process
A. Lunula C. Keratin
B. Nail D. Cuticle
8. It is part of the nail that can be filed and shaped. It is an extension of
the nail plate that overlaps the hyponychium
A. Matrix C. Free edge
B. Nail bed D. Nail
9. It is the only living reproducing part of the nail. This is situated directly
below the cuticle.
A. Matrix C. Free edge
B. Nail bed D. Nail walls
10. It is the part of the nail where the nail plate rests on, also a
continuation of the matrix.
A. Free edge C. Nail bed
B. Nail walls D. Nail plate
11. These are the folds of skin that overlap the sides of the nail. They hold
your nail in place and protect the nail plate edges.
A. Nail walls C. Nail plate
B. Dermis D. Lunula
12. This is the visible nail that rests on the nail bed up to the free edge.
This is made up from dead cells and minimum amount of moisture. The
nail is semi-transparent – allowing the color of blood supply of the
dermis to show.
A. Nail walls C. Nail bed
B. Free edge D. Nail plate
13. This nail shape is neither flare out nor taper in and are a popular
shape for those with short nails or long, narrow nail beds.
A. Square C. Flare
B. Round D. Oval
14. This universally flattering shape has softened corners for the best of
both worlds.
A. Round C. Squoval
B. Almond D. Ballerina
15. These nails are filed down on the sides in addition to the tips. The
curvature is more extreme, so it tends to make fingers look
slenderer.
A. Round C. Almond
B. Oval D. Squoval
If your score is
11-15 Very 1G. ood! You may still read the module but you are
2 .
alrea3.d y knowledgeable with the topics that we are to
discu4s.s.
6-10 Good! Go over the items that you find difficult and then
you may proceed to the lessons in this module that you
don’t understand.
What’s In
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.
What is It
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.
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.
Shapes of Nail
The shape of nail conforms to that of fingertips of an individual.
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.
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.
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
Ffirst 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.
What’s More
1. Free edge is part of the nail that can be filed and shaped. It is an
extension of the that overlaps the hyponychium.
2. are the folds of skin that overlap the sides of the nail. It
holds your nail in place and protects the nail plate edges.
3. Nail bed is the part of the nail that the nail plate on,
also a continuation of the matrix. 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.
4. Matrix is the only living reproducing part of the nail, this is situated
directly below the . New cells form here and continually
push towards to produce the nail plate. It also contains blood vessels
and nerves. Blood supply provides the cells with nourishment. If the
matrix is damaged the nail will grow deformed.
5. is a visible nail that rests on the nail bed up to the free
edge. This is made up from dead cells and minimum amount of
moisture.
What’s More
Activity 2.
Note: You can take a video if you have cellphones or you can let your
parents watch and check your nails.
Trimming of nail plays a very vital role. It is very easy task but sometime it
causes little problems such as unwanted abrasions and ingrown nails, when
done not properly Apply the following steps while cutting nails.
Step 01:
Prepare the types of instruments for this task. Nail cutter, who has small or
medium slightly curved blades, which are suitable for trimming the finger nails.
Nail cutters with straight blades are suitable for use.
Step 02:
Before using your nail cutter, make sure that it is clean. Wash your nail cutter
to remove dust and germs, especially when you are sharing your nail cutter
with someone else. Dry thoroughly after washing it.
Step 03:
Wash your hands. Wipe dry with any towel or tissue paper to remove extra
water. This process cleans your fingernails, and beside cleaning fingernails it
also helps in softening your nails and easier to cut them.
Step 04:
You must cut your nails in a place where you can clearly see what you are
doing. Put a small container near you in which you can collect the nails.
Step 05:
Decide the shape of your nails. Decide which shape you actually want. After
deciding, lift the nail cutter and start cutting your nails.
Step 06:
Start cutting your nails starting from your little finger,
Step 07
Click on the nail cutter that can cut through the nail. You can make at least
two or three cuts of a fingernail until everything is snug. Follow the curve of
the nail to get a clean cut. Check skin flaps after each cut and remove
carefully.
Step 08:
Sit comfortably and crouch your knee side to easily reach up and see the nails
clearly. Be sure not to set up deep razor to prevent scratches. Adjust the
position of razor if you feel any discomfort.
Step 09:
After cutting your nails, use a nail file to smooth any rough and odd surface of
newly trimmed nails. When you file, do it in on tilt – from the corner of the nail
to go down.
Step 10:
Apply some moisturizer on your hands to keep the cuticles moisturized and
smooth.
General Appearance 35
Different nail
shapes are
applied
proportion of the
different nail
shapes
were observed
Workmanship
35
neatness in work
were observed
Cleanliness
20
work area is
cleaned
Speed 10
finished based
on allotted time
TOTAL
What I Have Learned
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 Beauty Care Activity
notebook.
Activity 4. Label Me
Directions:
1. Label the different parts of nail.
What I Can Do
Activity 5. Identify Me
Directions: Identify the pictures according to nail shapes. Write your answer in
your TVE Beauty Care Activity notebook.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
What I Can Do
A B
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 C. Oval
B. Pointed D. Squoval
2. This is a strong shape which is great for those who keep their nails
short.
A. Round C. Square
B. Pointed 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 C. Stilleto
B. Squoval D. Round
4. This shape gives the nail tip strength over the oval shape.
A. Square C. Round
B. Squoval 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 C. Stilleto
B. Oval D. Square
6. This is the pearly coloured and crescent shaped part of the nail that is
due to the cells being pushed closely together.
A. Lunula C. Cuticle
B. Free Edge D. Matrix
Directions: Study the word puzzle below then find words that relate to our
lesson. Use your Beauty Care activity notebook.
N A I L S D G H N M H W E U S
S X C B W S E E N C Y M I S M
E F E S Z M I D X L P L P O A
N A I L B E D O P U O K J E T
W A S F E T E O F N N M C E R
F R E E E D G E W U Y V U I I
P E R S O N I S L L C K T A X
K E R A T I N I D A H A I B A
A S D E R T B C E S I Y C W A
N A I L P L A T E E U C L B F
T E C H N O L O G Y M X E S S
W A S D F G S L L A W L I A N
Additional Activities
Activity 8. Be friendly
General Appearance 35
Different nail
shapes are applied
proportion of the
different nail shapes
were observed
Workmanship 35
neatness in work
were observed
Cleanliness 20
work area is
cleaned
Speed 10
finished based
on allotted time
TOTAL
Additional Activities
BOOKS
ELECTRONIC RESOURCES
http://www.google.com.ph
http://tleonline801533702.wordpress.co
m http://nailbees.com
http://www.slideshare.net
Photos
http://www.slideshare.net
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