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COSMETOLOGY
Quarter 2 – Module 1:
PERFORM BODY SCRUB
TVE COSMETOLOGY – Grade 12
Quarter 2 – Module 1: PERFORM BODY SCRUB
First Edition, 2020

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COSMETOLOGY
Quarter 2 – Module 1:
Perform Body Scrub
Introductory Message

For the facilitator:

Good Day!

This module is to help our learners to continue learning the competencies in

their specialization without going to the school laboratory.

To ensure quality learning we need each other by facilitating your

learners as they use this module.

This module contains different activities, please remind your learner to

use separate sheets in answering pre-test, self-check exercises, and post-test.

For the learner:

Blessed day to you dear learner!

This learning module is made available for you. In this module, you
will learn how to prepare your client for body scrub, perform body scrub and
observe safety precautions in keeping tools and cleaning the work area.
Please take your part by reading religiously. Check yourself by
answering the test and exercises honestly in a separate sheets of paper that
will be given to you.
Be reminded that you need to submit the activity answer sheets on the
scheduled time.
Begin your journey now and have a joyful learning!

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 Let Us Learn!

This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in

performing body scrub. It involves the history and benefits of body scrub. It
also includes sanitary and safety precautions to be observed in keeping tools
and cleaning the work area.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE

At the end of this module you are expected to:

a. Prepare the patron
b. Define body scrub and discuss its history
c. Enumerate the benefits of body scrub
d. Discuss the sanitary and safety measures in the entire process

Let Us Try!

Let us determine how much you already know about body scrub,
its benefits and contraindications. Take this test.

PRE TEST

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on a
separate sheet.

1. What is body scrub?

a. A family of skin care treatments, including steam, exfoliation,
extraction, creams, and lotions, peels, and massage.
b. A structures and systematic procedure of applying tension, motion or
vibration.
c. A body treatment that is basically a facial for the body. It exfoliates
and hydrates your skin with the use of abrasive material.

2. The following are benefits of body scrub except _______?

a. Exfoliate the skin
b. Slough-off dead skin cells
c. Whitens dark complexion

3. Which of the following is not true about body scrub?

a. Opens the pores and wakens the skin before a wrap or mud treatment.
b. Prepares the skin for an even tone.
c. Polishing product applied in body scrub should not be removed
intentionally to moisturized layer of fresh, clean and smooth skin.

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4. The following statement is true about body scrub EXCEPT.
a. Body scrubs have been part of the female beauty ritual for thousands
of years.
b. It's not good to use a body scrub two to three times per week .
c. In ancient Egyptian times, both men and women used scrubs with
perfumed oils to keep their skin supple and free of wrinkles from the
dry desert heat.

5. Which of the following is true?

a. Long-term exfoliating can increase collagen production.
b. Less accumulation of dead cells can make skin look and feel dry, so
sloughing them away makes skin feel more supple.
c. It is not necessary to check and analyze patron’s skin before carrying
out a body scrub.

Let Us Study

Activity 1 – Fun Facts

If skin cells are not removed

Most of the dust (90%) in the
properly, it makes it very
home is dead skin cells since
difficult for lotion and
your whole body is covered
creams to penetrate the
with dead skin cells and
dead layer of skin cells and
sloughs off these cells
this will leave skin dry.
regularly.

Exfoliating with scrubs

helps process of removing
dead skin cells and skin
renewal.

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As cosmetologist, how will you introduce body scrubs to your client?

Read this Information Sheet very well then find out how much you can
remember and how much you learned by doing the activity that follows.

Information Sheet 1.1:

BODY SCRUB
It is a polish treatment to the body which exfoliates the skin, leaving it
feeling fresh, smooth, moisturized and soft. An abrasive scrub or polishing
product is rubbed vigorously, massaged across into your skin, and then rinse
away to reveal a moisturized layer of fresh, clean and smooth skin. It's best
to use a body scrub two to three times per week to keep your skin soft and
smooth from head to toe.

History of Scrubs

In Europe, Egypt and Asia, body scrubs have been part of the female
beauty ritual for thousands of years. Women would come together weekly to
relax bathe and gossip while they scrubbed their bodies. In ancient Egyptian
times, both men and women used scrubs with perfumed oils to keep their
skin supple and free of wrinkles from the dry desert heat. Today this weekly
ritual continues in many countries around the world.
Body scrubs continue to be used in myriad of beauty and health
benefits. It removes dead skin cells and dirt from outermost layers of the skin
to moisturizing and replacing natural oils.
The benefits derived from body scrub:
1. Exfoliate the skin

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 Exfoliating is the process of removing dead skin cells from the
surface of your skin using a chemical, granular substance,
or exfoliation tool. Your skin naturally sheds dead skin cells to make
room for new cells every 30 days or so.

Exfoliating can improve the appearance of your skin in several ways.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, exfoliation can

leave your skin looking brighter and improve the effectiveness of topical skin
care products by enhancing absorption.

Regular exfoliation can also help prevent clogged pores, resulting in

fewer breakouts.

Long-term exfoliating can increase collagen production. Collagen is a

key to glowing, vibrant skin. The protein also promotes skin elasticity,
minimizing the appearance of fine lines and related sagging.

2. Slough-off dead skin cells

Skin sloughing is the process of shedding dead surface

cells from the skin.

3. Rub away hard and flaky skin

Scaling skin is the loss of the outer layer of the epidermis in

large, scale-like flakes. The skin appears dry and cracked.

4. Moisturizes and soothes the skin

Moisturizers, which rehydrate the top layer of skin cells and seal
in the water, are one of the best ways to treat dry skin.

5. Leave off a smooth and soft feeling

6. Invigorates the skin

Our skin is a pretty amazing organ, but it does require some
serious care from you on a consistent basis. Whatever your skin care
goals and struggles, Body scrub is necessary for everyone to keep skin
healthy.

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 7. Improves blood circulation

The circulation of blood is one of the most important functions of

the body and plays a major role in your overall health. Not surprisingly,
the main component of this function involves the body’s most
significant organ, the heart. Many people underestimate the
importance of blood circulation.

8. Helps fight circulation

The motion of applying a body scrub is just as beneficial as the

ingredients found inside of one. A body scrub encourages the flow of
blood circulation and promotes lymphatic drainage. As a result,
your body will drain fluid from your lymph nodes and boost
your circulation.

9. Improves skin tone

An over accumulation of dead cells can make skin look and feel
dry, so sloughing them away makes skin feel more supple. Removing
dead skin cells from the skin's surface will instantly brighten
your skin.

10. Opens skin pores in preparation for another skin treatment

The best way to “open” your pores is to cleanse your skin. This
removes surface oils, along with dirt and makeup that might be resting
on your epidermis (top layer of skin)

Preparing the Patron for a Body Scrub

Before carrying out a body scrub, the patron’s skin condition must be
checked and analyzed to assess whether the patron is suited to the treatment
or not. If the patron has some allergies, precautionary measures should be
considered.

The basic factors to consider when analyzing the skin prior to the scrub:
1. Skin Texture
a. soft
b. rough
c. tough
d. chapped flaky

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 2. Skin Elasticity
3. Body Condition
a. Normal
b. High blood and low blood pressure
c. Deformities
d. Skin rashes
e. Skin Allergies

4. Critical Body Points:

a. Nape
b. Breast
c. Spinal Column
d. Stomach
e. Head
f. Back of Knee

The purpose of analyzing the skin condition is to determine the

skin type and the needed treatment for the patron.

While doing skin analyzing, as a way of preparing the patron for

body scrub, you will note that different areas of the body may have
different.

HOW TO PREPARE PATRON

Before carrying out a body scrub, the patron’s skin condition

must be checked and analyzed to assess whether the patron is suited
to a treatment or not. If the patron has some allergies to chemicals or
treatment, precautionary measures should be considered.

A. The basic factors to be evaluated in a skin analysis:

1. General Condition (Degree of Moisture Balance)

Lacking moisture, skin is tough, rough, chapped & flaky

Normal skin
Evenly moist, smooth, and supple with complexion free of
blemishes.

Oil abundant skin

An obvious oily skin is sometimes inflamed and often blemished.

2. Texture (Quality of the skin surface)

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 • smooth texture
• coarse texture
• pitted texture

3. Elasticity (Degree that the skin can recover its shape after
pressure if tension is eliminated)

After you have examined the skin condition of the client/patron

described above, your finding should be recorded.

Aside from skin analysis and body condition, critical body

points must also be examined.

Body Condition
a. Normal
b. With low blood pressure
c. With high blood pressure
d. With deformities
e. With skin rashes

Critical Body Points

1. Nape 4. Stomach
2. Breast 5. Head
3. Spinal 6. Back of Knee

B .Analyzing the Skin Condition and Type:

The purpose of analyzing the skin condition is to determine the

skin type and the needed treatment for the patron In some instances, you will
be able to readily identify skin characteristics.

In doing skin analysis, you will note that different areas of the
body may have different skin conditions for this reason, it is necessary to
evaluate each skin condition separately.

C. Professional Ethics:
This deals with the proper conduct of a cosmetologist in relation to
his/her patron.

Steps:
1. Greet the patron by name, with a pleasing tone of voice.
2. Offer a seat to the patron.
3. See to it that the personal belongings are attended to.

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 4. Consult your patron regarding his/her preferences about the
treatment or product to be used.
5. Always see to it that the comfort of the patron is provided.

Before a body scrub, you must assess the patron’s needs by:

• Discussing with the patron what he/she wants and expects.

• Examining your limitations.
• Showing body scrub catalogues, magazines and sample body
scrub products to help and guide the patron in deciding the
treatment he/she will prefer.
D. Prepare Supplies and Materials
Bath Towel Whitening Soap and Lotion
Bath robe Headband with strap / snap
Face towel Scrubbing materials
Slippers 70 % alcohol
Pillow line Hand sanitizer
Smock gown

E. Accessories/Tools/Equipment needed in Body Scrub:

Basin Trolley
Mixing Bowl Model/Patron
Stool Gauze Mask
Spatula Disposable Gloves

Make sure that all tools and equipment are sanitized and that all
necessary materials are neatly organized on the trolley. Keeping the working
area tidy promotes an organized and professional image and prevents time
being wasted.

Performing Basic Safety and Precautionary Measures

Scrubs and body polishes are suitable and safe for just about everyone.
They are not invasive and won’t involve your patron assuming any odd
positions. As a pre-cautionary measure, the following should be noted:

1. The patron should not have a scrub, if he/she has cancer or fever.

2. He/She should also seek expert advice, if he/she is allergic to

anything or has a skin condition of any kind.

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3. Anyone with fragile, broken or sunburned skin is advised to skip
this treatment, as a very vigorous scrub may hurt more instead of
heal. Thus, this is really something that a good operator will take
into account.

4. Make sure he/she is clear about any medical condition, or

treatment, so that you can be sure of a treatment that is safe and
appropriate.

5. For female patrons, take off her entire make up before you can begin.
This includes anything that will leave a mark, such as jewelry or
watch.

6. Sanitize hands with 70% alcohol before giving a body scrub (70%
Alcohol).

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 7. Don’t give a body scrub without analyzing the condition of the body
temperature and blood pressure of your patron

8. Give sponge bath to patrons, to cleanse the area of the body to

scrubbed.

NOTE: FOR MALE Patrons the operator should be MALE FOR

FEMALE patrons the operator should be FEMALE.

Information Sheet 1.2:

DIFFERENT TYPES OF BODY SCRUB

There are many variations of body scrub, but the main difference is
usually on the products used.

• Salt and oil: finely granulated salt is mixed with essential,

moisturizing oil. The salt might be sea salt or mineral salt.
• Sugar is also used, mixed with oils or creams.
• Loofah: some body scrubs use cream and a loofah to slough off
dead skin cells
• Herbal: A therapist may mix herbal oil with exfoliating scrub,
such as rosemary, lavender or aloe vera, depending on your skin

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 type and whether the scrub is designed to wake you up or relax
you.
• Fruit (edible): some body scrubs mix crushed seeds with fruit
oils, oatmeal and other edible products to nourish and soothe
the skin.
• It is important that both operator and patron have a
harmonious relationship with each other. The operator must
ensure that the client gets the first impression right.

Steps in performing Body Scrub

Sugar Scrub: (Locally prepared product)

You will need the following:

1. Tools Equipment
Massage table Gauze mask
Basin Scrubbing gloves
Stool Timer
Spatula Trolley
Model /patron

3. Supplies and Materials

Bath towel Turban/Headband with strap/Snap
Bath robe Scrubbing materials
Apron Hand sanitizer
Slippers 70% alcohol
Linen pillow
Smock gown
Whitening soap and lotion

3. Scrub mixtures & ingredients

One cup brown sugar or 1 cup powdered milk
One cup white sugar
Sweet almond oil
Any kind of fragrance oil that you want
A mason jar for storage

Steps:

1. Take one cup of brown sugar or 1 cup powdered milk, place in a medium
mixing bowl.

2. Add one cup of white sugar and mix together.

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 3. Slowly add sweet almond oil to sugar until it starts to look like a thick
paste.

4. Add a few drops of orange essential oil, fragrance oil, or soap fragrance
until it smells just right.
5. Put it in a decorative jar and give it as a gift, or enjoy it yourself.

Tips for the patrons:

• Use this scrub twice a week on wet skin. Gently rub the skin
with dry or dull patches with a small palm of full scrub. Avoid
rubbing too hard, as it can cause irritation.

• If your skin is really dry, you need to exfoliate. By using a

commercially prepared product to remove the dead skin. Make
sure you are not allergic to any of the ingredients. Consult a
dermatologist for proper procedure and for appropriate products
to be used according to skin types & conditions.

Preparation

1. Always ask your patron on what kind of product he/she prefers, by

giving a choice of smells or asking whether your patron wants to feel
relaxed or revitalized by the body scrub. Tell something about the types
products and the procedures to be expected
2. Take the patron to the treatment area.
3. Wash your hands and wear your protective clothing.
4. Refer to the record card to check for any known allergies to cosmetic
products.
5. Advise your patron to take off all jewelry and clothes before you start
applying cream.

Before the actual procedure, check first if you have all the needed
supplies and materials. Make sure that you have the right equipment.
Perform your best, and observe proper strokes or techniques when
giving a body scrub like rubbing, scrubbing, massaging.

Procedure:

1. Ask the patron to take off the robe and to lie down between towels
already laid out for her/him on the table.
2. Bathe your patron in lukewarm water before scrubbing the body in
lukewarm water before scrubbing the body surface with the use of towel
gently.
3. Towels are expertly rolled and folded to the body.

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 4. Apply the sugar scrub starting with one side of patron’s back and the
scrub product will be swept up and down the body simultaneously. Work
across the body by rubbing, scrubbing, and massaging one area at a time.
5. Rinse off with towel socked in warm soft water and cover with towel
before moving on to the next part. This treatment usually takes about 30
minutes.

Dead Sea Mud Treatment (Commercially prepared product)

This treatment gives a nice, younger looking and healthier skin. The Dead
Sea Mud is therapeutic because of its high-mineral content. When it is
applied on the skin, minerals are absorbed by the body cells, that

1. Promotes healing through cell revitalization.

2. Strengthens the body with mineral replacement.
3. Calms the mind and body with mineral balance.
4. Makes the skin healthy and young looking by removing dirt and dead
skin cells.

The Treatment:

1. The body is cleansed with loofah and apricot scrub.

2. Mud is applied on the body.
3. Body is wrapped with a warm blanket for 30 minutes
4. Mud is removed and rinsed.
5. Treatment time: 60 minutes

Information Sheet 1.3:

Sanitary Measures and Safety Precautions in Performing Body Scrub:

1. Wash hands before and after treatment.

2. Always prepare the tools, supplies, materials and equipment needed in
body scrub.
3. Always assess patron first and check the condition of the body
temperature.
4. Towels should be absolutely clean and soft.
5. Hold/touch patron patiently and lovingly.
6. Rubbing and scrubbing must be with a slight pressure.
7. Always give safety reminders to patron after the treatment
8. Sanitize all the materials with detergent, rinsed in clean water and
allowed to dry. They are then briefly immersed in the alcohol solution
and again allowed to dry. Work area must be sanitized, it must be
pleasing and in good condition for the next activity.

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Provide tips for patrons on how to make a healthy skin body.

1. It must be kept clean, and it must be nourished.

2. Body scrub products must be used according to the condition and
type of the skin.
3. Regular use of exfoliating products to reduce the effect of harsh
chemical and physical treatments.
4. Warn your patron about danger of a very low-fat, low-carbohydrates
or low-protein diet. These can deprive the body of the nutrients it
needs for growth, repair and energy.
5. Encourage patron to drink 6-8 glass of water a day to replenish the
moisture in the body, and rehydrate skin cells.
6. Proper use and application of scrub products should be observed,
as well as the required duration of application.
7. Patrons are advised with appropriate maintenance of the previous
treatment
8. Progress of the maintenance program should be recording
according for future reference.

Let Us Practice

A. Answer the following questions:

1. What are the benefits of a body scrub?

2. How would you deal clients’ in a salon looking for a body scrub service?

3. Do you know the critical body points? List them down.

4. What are the necessary precautionary measures to be done before

giving a body scrub?

5. How will you prepare client’s prior to giving body scrub?

B. Fill in the blank to complete the sentence.

1. _______________ is a polish treatment to the body which exfoliates

the skin, leaving it feeling fresh, smooth, moisturized and soft.
2. It's best to use a body scrub ___________ times per week to keep your
skin soft and smooth from head to toe.
3. In _________, ________ and _________, body scrubs have been part of the
female beauty ritual for thousands of years.

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 4. In ancient Egyptian times, both _________and ___________ used scrubs
with perfumed oils

5. Your skin naturally sheds dead skin cells to make room for new cells
every ___________.

6. The _________________________ is one of the most important functions of

the body and plays a major role in your overall health

7. Exfoliating is the process of _____________________ from the surface of

your skin using a chemical, granular substance, or exfoliation tool.

8. _______________ is the degree that the skin can recover its shape after
pressure if tension is eliminated.

9. _______________ is the process of shedding dead surface

cells from the skin.

10. _________________ is the quality of the skin surface.

Let Us Remember

● A body scrub is a great treatment, as it makes a person look and feel

good.

● It is important to develop harmonious relationship between patron

and operator.

● Skin condition analysis prior to body scrub plays a very important

part in the process.

● Aside from the skin analysis, Body condition and critical body points
must also be examined.

● Tools and equipment must be sanitized and all the necessary

materials are neatly organized on the trolley.

● Keeping the working area tidy promotes an organized and

professional image and prevents time being wasted.

• A body scrub is a great treatment as it makes you look and feel

good. After a good body scrub, your skin should feel really soft,
smooth and silky: you should feel pampered and energized.

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 • In giving a body scrub, there are important things to be
observed. The scrub product that you are to use must be suited
to the skin condition of the client/patron. Proper handling and
use of tools, supplies and materials must be taken into
consideration. A record book of the patron must be provided, to
note down development of the treatment.

Let Us Assess

Application:

Directions:
Discuss the proper conduct in preparing your
client/patron in paragraph form. You may use the
following sentences to make a good discussion.

▪ Examine your patron/client’s limitations.

▪ Greet your patron by name, with a pleasing tone.
▪ Show your body scrub catalogues, magazines and sample
body scrub products
▪Offer a seat to your patron
▪ Prepare supplies and materials needed
▪ Perform Body scrub with precautionary measures.
▪Discuss the client what he/she wants and expect.

Let Us Enhance

A. Directions: Read the statement carefully. Write true if the

statement is correct and write false if it is incorrect.

__________1. The client should not have a scrub, if he/she has fever.
__________2. He/she should also seek expert advice if he/she is allergic
to anything.
__________3. Anyone with fragile, broken or sunburned ca still have this
treatment.
__________4. For female clients, take off her entire make up before you
can begin.
__________5. Analyzing body temperature is not necessary as long as
the patron is physically looking good.
__________6. Give sponge bath to clients/patrons to cleanse the area of
the body to scrub.
__________7. For Female clients/patrons the operator should be female.
__________8. Alcohol that is 40% solution is used to sanitize hands.
__________9. Make sure that the client is clear about medical condition.
__________10. Critical body points must also be examined.

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 B. Arrange the following steps of body scrub in order. Use separate
sheet of paper.
1. Then rinse off with warm soft water and cover with a towel before
moving on the next part.
2. Take off the robe and lie down between towels already laid out for
you on the table.
3. Towels are expertly rolled and folded next to the body.
4. Apply the sugar scrub, starting with one side of your back and the
scrub product will be swept up and down in the body simultaneously.
Then it will work across the body, rubbing, scrubbing and massaging
the area at a time.
5. Bathe your patron in lukewarm water before scrubbing the body
surface with the use of towel gently.

Let Us Reflect

Body scrub is essential for maintaining healthy, smooth skin, store-

bought or homemade body scrubs are a must on your shower menu. The
combination of cleansing, exfoliation and massage provides benefits that go
beyond what a bar soap can do.

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