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TLE-HE-BEAUTY CARE/NAIL CARE

SERVICES
Quarter 2 – Module 1:
APPLY FOOT SPA:
Client Safety and Comfort
TLE – Grade 9
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 2 – Module 1: Apply Foot Spa: Client Safety and Comfort
First Edition, 2020

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TLE
Quarter 2 – Module 1:
Apply Foot Spa:
Client Safety and Comfort
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The module covers only one lesson:

 Lesson 1 – Apply Foot Spa – Client Safety and Comfort

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. analyze the condition of foot nails;
2. build strong relationship with clients; and
3. apply safety precautions in performing foot spa to clients;

What I Know

Direction: Read the following sentences carefully and write the letter of the correct
answer on your notebook.

1. What nail type that has a good amount of flexibility?

a. Normal Nail b. Dry Nail c. Brittle Nail
2. What type of nail that is inflexible, very hard and nail plate may curve?
a. Normal Nail b. Dry Nail c. Brittle Nail
3. Menopause is the common cause of this nail condition along with arthritis/
rheumatism.
a. Brittle Nail b. Mature Nail c. Dry Nail
4. The main causes for this nail condition are excessive use of nail varnish
remover, illness or inadequate diet.
a. Brittle Nail b. Mature Nail c. Dry Nail
5. The characteristic of this nail condition is the nail will appear papery thin.
a. Mature Nail b. Normal Nail c. Weak Nail

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 Lesson

1 Client Safety and Comfort

When establishing relationships with your clients, it is important that they

feel comfortable prior to receiving a treatment. In order to make a lasting
impression, there are many things to take into account that will benefit, or hinder,
the client’s overall experience. The client’s comfort level may be the determining
factor in whether or not they return to your spa to receive another treatment.

What’s In

Learn the different nail and foot conditions with its characteristics and causes. It is
also important to have a knowledge about the specific advice needed in each nail
type.

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that will help you in guiding the learners.
 What’s New
Match the description found in column A to the skin and foot condition found in
column B.

A B
1. They tend to be found on the ball of the foot. a. callous
2. The skin will appear dull and possibly flaky. b. corns

3. It is buildup of dead skin cells found on top c. dry skin

of the toes and the sides of the little toes.

What is It

FOOT AND NAIL ANALYSIS

One of the most important parts of the pedicure treatment is the nail and
skin assessment. This enables a decision to be made as to what treatment plan is
required for the client.

During the foot and nail analysis you will note the condition of the client
nails. There are many different nail conditions each with different nail
characteristics, so it is important that you have knowledge of the specific advice you
need to give for each nail type.
There are five main nail types:

 Normal/ Healthy Nail

 Dry Nail
 Brittle Nail
 Damaged/ Weak Nail
 Ageing/ Mature Nail

NORMAL/HEALTHY NAIL

 Characteristics:
1. Healthy pink color
2. Feels smooth to the touch
3. No flakes, splits or ridges
4. It has a good amount of flexibility

 Cause:

Quite often the condition of the nail is due to the good genes that you
inherit. Other contributing factors are well balanced diet.

 Advice:
 Monthly pedicures, to keep the nails in perfect condition
 Massage foot lotion onto the feet daily
 Correct fitting footwear
 Always apply base coat if wearing enamel

DRY NAIL

 Characteristics:
1. Peeling
2. Flaking
3. Splitting- onychorrhexis
4. Feels slightly rough when touch
5. Lacks lustre/ shine
6. Transverse ridges

 Cause:

The main causes of dry nails are excessive use of nail varnish remover,
illness or inadequate diet. Transverse ridges may occur due to dry/ tight cuticles
pressing on new, soft cells from the matrix or through pushing the cuticles back.
 Advice:
 Fortnightly pedicures with warm oil, paraffin wax/heated boots
 Avoid excessive use of nail varnish removers
 Apply base coat and top coat for dry nails
 Regularly massage cuticle oil into the nails and cuticles
 Apply foot lotion daily
BRITTLE NAIL

 Characteristics:
1. Inflexible- very hard
2. Shatters easily
3. Vertical ridges
4. Splits very low, usually below the flesh line
5. Nail plate may curve

 Cause:

This nail condition may occur with the ageing process. Ridges in the nail
may be due to arthritis or rheumatism.

 Advice:
 Fortnightly/ monthly pedicures
 Base coat and top coat for brittle nails (not a strengthener)
 Massage oil will increase the circulation to the area, which will help
prevent ridges, and keep the nails supple
 A ridge filling base coat may be recommended

WEAK / DAMAGED NAIL

 Characteristics:
1. Nail will appear papery thin and will bend easily
2. Splitting of the nail layers
3. Nail will feel rough to the touch

 Cause:

Trauma or damage. Alternatively, intensive meditation such as Radiotherapy,

Chemotherapy and steroids.
 Advice:
 Fortnightly/ monthly pedicures
 Application of intensive top and base coat treatments (or
strengthener) keeping the nail constantly coated at all times
 Avoid trauma where possible
 Keep the nails short and manageable until healthy
EGGSHELL NAILS

 A very weak nail may be termed as eggshell nails. The cause of eggshell nails
is a chronic illness, usually systemic conditions
 Thin nail plate that is white in color
 Very fragile
 May curve under at the free edge

AGEING/ MATURE NAIL

 Characteristics:
 1. Combination of dry and brittle
2. Prone to twisting and curving
3. Ridges
4. Discoloration

 Cause

Menopause is the common cause of this condition along with arthritis/

rheumatism.

 Advice:
 Fortnightly/ monthly pedicures incorporating warm oil with paraffin
wax/ heated coats
 Specific top and base coat for ageing nails
 Ridge filling base coat will minimize ridges and furrows.
 Daily oral supplements of evening primrose oil or star flower oil
 Apply foot lotion daily

DRY SKIN

 Appearance:
1. Skin will appear dull and possibly flaky
2. Cracks may occur in the skin which could become infected
3. Skin may appear red

 Cause:

May be due to occupation, medication, age, illness or neglect.

 Advice:
 Fortnightly/ monthly pedicures incorporating paraffin wax/ thermal
boots/ foot masks and exfoliating treatments
  Recommended the application of foot lotion daily
 Use an intensive moisturizing foot lotion overnight
 Exfoliate as often as possible- 2-3 times per week if possible

CALLOUS

 Appearance:
1. Calluses are less sharply defined than corns and are usually an area
of yellow, hard skin.
2. They tend to be found on the ball of the foot.

 Cause:

Due to pressure on the area i.e, standing for long periods, or ill-fitting
footwear. Neglect is a common contributing factor.

 Advice:
 Monthly/ fortnightly pedicures with extra time spent rasping.
 Use pumice stone or rasp applying in one direction only to the area.
 Can apply callous cushions to protect.
 Use foot exfoliant in circular directions.
 Regularly apply foot lotion to the area.

HOT/ ACHING FEET

 Appearance:
1. May look red and swollen

 Cause:

Standing for long periods and wearing closed shoes, which do not let the
feet breathe can lead to hot and aching foot.

 Advice:
 Regular pedicures
 Bathe and dry feet thoroughly between toes
 Trim toe nails straight across
 Remove any rough or dry skin
 Moisturize with soothing foot cream
 Invigorate with a refreshing foot spray
 Elevate feet to reduce aching

CORNS

 Appearance:
1. Skin colored, raised area, red or yellow and are sometimes rough
2. Hard corns are built up of dead skin cells found on tops of the toes and
the sides of the little toes
3. Soft corns are found between the toes
  Cause:

A very common foot problem and contrary to popular belief does not have
a root and are not contagious. Caused by incorrectly fitted footwear that produce
friction.

 Advice:
 Corns cannot be removed by a therapist, only a chiropodist
 Specialized products are available to buy to help remove corns
 Prevent by avoiding tight fitting shoes
 Protect by applying corn cushions
 Use of pumice or callous stone will help to soften

BUNIONS

 Appearance:
1. The big toe is pushed out of line towards the other toes.
2. The joint at the bottom of the big toe sticks outwards and looks enlarged
because the joint is more prominent.

 Cause:

Bunions develop as a result of pressure on the side of the big toe, usually
due to ill-fitting footwear.

 Advice:
 Buy footwear that fits properly to avoid friction, get your feet
measured accurately.
 Client can use bunion protectors inside footwear.
 Some companies manufacture toe separators that can correct the
problem at an early stage.
 Surgery is the only cure for a long-established bunion.

SWEATY FEET

 Appearance:
1. No appearance, feet feel clammy and have an unpleasant odor.

 Cause:

A common foot problem that can be very embarrassing for some people. It
is caused by sweat produced by the sweat glands in an attempt by the body to
lower its temperature.

 Advice:
 Spray with foot antiseptics/ deodorant daily
 Regular bathing -feet will need to be soaked
 Applying talc or foot powder to the feet to absorb any moisture
 Regularly changing socks or tights- at least daily
 Wearing footwear made from naturally occurring materials
  Some manufacturers produce special insoles to help mask the smell of
the foot odor

HAMMER TOE

 Appearance:
1. The toe, usually the second finger of the toe rises above the other and
crosses over.

 Cause:

This condition often accompanies bunions and occurs when the joints bent
so that the toe rises above the other and the top joint is almost curled under.
Highly arched feet are more common to develop hammer toes because of the
position.

 Advice:
 Avoid squashing the foot into narrow shoes as it can cause the muscles
to waste away depriving them of movement.
 Exercises that lengthen the foot tendons and stretch the Achilles
tendon will help to prevent this.
 Over a period of time they may require surgical correction.

The following are some tips to help you on how to build a strong relationship
with your clients:
 Focus on exceptional communication
 Maintain a positive attitude
 Acknowledge your client as an individual
 Share knowledge
 Be open about your opinions
 Exceed expectations

What’s More
Arrange accordingly the steps to ensure safety and comfort of the
clients before proceeding foot spa treatment. Number the items 1 to 5.

a. Remove any jewelry from the body part to be treated.

b. Wash your hands.
c. Seat client on a chair (have client remove shoes and stockings)
d. Check the condition of foot nails.
e. Ensure client's safety and comfort prior to foot spa activity.
 What I Have Learned

Direction: Write a reflection of your learning journey in this module by completing

the guide phrases below. Write your answer on your notebook.

I have learned that

I have realized that

I will apply

What I Can Do
Before performing a foot spa to your client, check and analyze first the
condition of the client’s foot and nails. Use the following checklist.

ANALYSIS TABLE
Nail Shape square round squoval
Nail dry brittle weak healthy ageing ridged
Condition
Nail Color pink white stained bluish
Cuticle healthy split overgrown dry inflamed
Condition
Skin dead dry hard skin callous soft
Condition skin cells
 Circulation good poor bad

SUMMARY
Nail Shape
Nail Condition
Nail Color

Cuticle Condition
Skin Condition
Circulation

Assessment
A. Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if the statement is
incorrect.
1. Surgery is the only cure for a long-established bunion.

2. Calluses are less sharply defined than corns and are usually an area of
yellow, soft skin.

3. Using an intensive moisturizing foot lotion overnight can heal dry skin.

4. A very weak nail may be termed as eggshell nails.

5. Menopause is the common cause of ageing/mature nail along with

arthritis/ rheumatism.

B. Read and answer the following. Write the letter only.

1. What nail type that has a good amount of flexibility?

a. Normal Nail b. Dry Nail c. Brittle Nail
2. What type of nail that is inflexible, very hard and nail plate may curve?
a. Normal Nail b. Dry Nail c. Brittle Nail
3. Menopause is the common cause of this nail condition along with arthritis/
rheumatism.
a. Brittle Nail b. Mature Nail c. Dry Nail
4. The main causes for this nail condition are excessive use of nail varnish
remover, illness or inadequate diet.
a. Brittle Nail b. Mature Nail c. Dry Nail
5. This nail condition appears papery thin.
 a. Mature Nail b. Normal Nail c. Weak Nail

Additional Activities
After analyzing the client’s foot and nail conditions, give them advices on how to
maintain their feet and nails healthy. Always keep client’s record for future
reference.

Answer Key
References
https://www.slideshare.net/melissamoriarty1983/pedicure-nail-and-skin-analysis

https://www.mbopartners.com/blog/how-manage-small-business/6-tips-for-
building-and-maintaining-client-relationships/

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/nails-
fingernail-and-toenail-problems

https://www.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_conduct_a_nail_and_skin_analysis

https://www.dermascope.com/client-care/10-things-about-ensuring-your-client-
s-comfort
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