BEAUTY NAIL CARE MODULE

Unit 1: Introduction to Nail Care

 Lesson 1: The Nail Technician

 Lesson 2: The Nail
 Lesson 3: The Bones of the Hand
 Lesson 4: The Bones of the Foot
 Lesson 5: Contraindications

Unit 2: Materials, Tools, and Equipment Used in Nail Care

 Lesson 1: Nail Care Equipment

 Lesson 2: Nail Care Tools
 Lesson 3: Products/Cosmetics
 Lesson 4: Sanitation

Unit 3: Basic Techniques

 Lesson 1: Basic Technique: Cutting

 Lesson 2: Basic Technique: Filing
 Lesson 3: Basic Technique: Cleaning
 Lesson 4: Basic Technique: Buffing
 Lesson 5: Basic Technique: Polishing

Unit 4: Perform Plain Manicure

 Lesson 1: Planning the Treatment

 Lesson 2: Plain Manicure Procedure
 Lesson 3: Plain Manicure: Polishing

Unit 5: Perform Hand Spa

 Lesson 1: Planning the Treatment 2

 Lesson 2: Exfoliating Treatment
 Lesson 3: Paraffin Wax Treatment

Unit 6: Perform Plain Pedicure

 Lesson 1: Plain Pedicure Procedure

 Lesson 2: Plain Pedicure: Polishing

Unit 7: Perform Foot Spa

 Lesson 1: Sanitation
 Lesson 2: Exfoliating Treatment 2
 Lesson 3: Post-Services: Aftercare and Advice
 Lesson 4: Post-Service Sanitation

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 UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION TO NAIL CARE
Lesson 1: The Nail Technician
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Describe what a nail technician is
 Identify the responsibilities of a nail technician
 Demonstrate how to prepare a work station
 Identify the proper protective equipment for a nail technician
Lesson 1: The Nail Technician
Introduction
Being a well-trained nail technician starts with knowing what it is that nail technicians do.  They’re not only responsible for
taking care of your nails but also making a client feel comfortable and well taken care off during the treatment. In this lesson,
you will learn the responsibilities of a nail technician, how to prepare the work station and identifying the proper protective
equipment.
Nail Technician

Nail technicians are generally known for performing pedicures and manicures, which may include nail art, application of
artificial nails, nail repair, and other hand and foot treatments.
But aside from the mentioned responsibilities, a nail technician may also perform the following tasks:

 Apply gel and acrylic nail enhancements and extensions

 Perform manicures and pedicures
 Use specialist tools and electrical equipment on nail enhancements
 Apply decorative and airbrushed nail art
 Maintain safe work practices and hygiene standards
 Read and interpret product information to make safe and appropriate recommendations to clients
 Conduct financial transactions
 Perform reception duties (receiving bookings and arranging appointments, for example)
 Perform routine housekeeping duties
 Maintain client records
 Provide advice about and sell nail products
 Maintain knowledge of current industry standards and practices.

Also, as a nail technician, you will be communicating with different types of clients around the clock. To be efficient, it is
important to have the following qualities:

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 Neat personal appearance at all times
 No allergies to products and chemicals used
 Pleasant and tactful manner
 A genuine interest in people
 Good interpersonal skills
 Great hand-eye coordination
 Patient
 Creative and artistic ability.
Preparing the Work Station
As a nail technician, you have to be familiar with your work space to competently perform your assigned tasks. Knowing how to
set up the manicure table wherein you’ll be carry out manicures for clients, it is critical to not only have an efficient work space
that helps you have good work flow but also be presentable enough to entertain customers all day.

 Sanitize the table and drawer.

 Place the cushion at the center of the table and cover it on top using a towel.
 Place the finger bowl at the side of the cushion.
 Arrange metal equipments and orange wood sticks at the right side of the table.
 Arrange cosmetics.
 Place disinfected abrasive and fresh emery boards on the left side.
 Attach bag for waste.
 Prepare fresh disinfectant solution.
Personal Protective Equipment

Before you perform manicures, pedicures, and other hand and foot treatments, make sure that you wear the following protective
equipment:

 Long sleeved-shirts and pants/skirts that are at least knee-length. These will protect your arms and lap from acrylic
and other dusts.
 Salon coat/ Apron. Wearing coats and aprons will protect you from chemicals that might spill during a treatment.
 Goggles. It is used to protect the eyes from the chemicals that you will be handling during a treatment.

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 Disposable Gloves. Make sure to use the appropriate type of disposable gloves when handling and transferring
products.
Lesson 2: The Nail
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Classify the different parts of the nail
 Describe the characteristics of each part of the nail
 Explain the purpose of each part of the nail
Introduction
Nails grow from the ends of the fingers and toes that serve as a form of protection. They also help in picking up small objects. To
thoroughly take care of them, it is crucial that you understand what makes up a nail, helping you to further know how to handle it
during a treatment.
The Nail

 Nail Plate - It is composed of compact translucent layers of keratinized cells, which is what makes up the main body of
the nail. It serves as protection for the nail bed.
 Free edge - It is the part of the nail that extends beyond the fingertip. It is the part of the nail that is filed. It protects the
fingertip and hyponchium.
 Matrix - It is sometimes called the nail root, and is the growing area of the nail. It is formed by the division of cells in
this area, which is part of the germinating layer of the epidermis. It lies under the eponychium, at the base of the nail, nearest
to the body. The process of keratinization takes place in the epidermal cells of the matrix, forming the hardened tissue of the
nail plate. It produces new nail cells.
 Nail bed - It is the portion of the skin upon which the nail plate rests. It has a pattern of grooves and furrows
corresponding to those found on the underside of the nail plate; these interlock, keeping the nail in place, but separate at the
end of the nail to form the free edge. It is liberally supplied with blood vessels, which provide the nourishment necessary for
continued growth, sensory nerves, for protection. It supplies the nourishment and protects the nail.
 Nail mantle - It is the layer of the epidermis at the base of the nail, before the cuticle. It protects the matrix from
physical damage.
 Lunula - It is located at the base of the nail, lying over the matrix. It is white compared to the rest of the nail.
 Hyponychium - It is the part of the epidermis under the free edge of the nail. It protects the nail bed from infection.
 Nail grooves - It runs alongside the edge of the nail plate. It keeps the nail growing forward in a straight line.
 Nail walls - These are the folds of the skin overlapping the sides of the nails. It protects the nail plate edges.
 Eponychium - It is the extension of the cuticle at the base of the nail plate, under which the nail plate emerges from the
matrix. It protects the matrix from infection.
 Cuticle - It is the overlapping epidermis around the base of the nail. When in good condition, it is soft and loose. It also
protects the matrix from infection.

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Lesson 3: The Bones of the Hand
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Classify the different bones, muscle, and arteries that make up the hand and the forearm
 Describe the characteristics of each part of the hand and forearm
 Explain the purpose of each part of the hand and forearm
Introduction
The hand and the forearm are two connecting body parts that are made up of several components namely: bones, muscles, and
arteries. Each component carries out a responsibility that helps the hand and the forearm be used accordingly.
The Bones of the Hand

 Condyloid or Gliding joint - It is the 8 carpal bones in the wrist which glide over one another to allow movement.
 Metacarpal bones - The palm of the hand is made up of 5 metacarpal bones.
 Phalanges - These are the 14 individual bones that make up the finger – 2 in each of the thumbs, and three in each of
the fingers.
Lesson 4: The Bones of the Foot
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Classify the different bones, muscle, and arteries that make up the foot and the lower leg
 Describe the characteristics of each part of the foot and lower leg
 Explain the purpose of each part of the foot and lower leg

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 Introduction
The foot and the lower leg are connected body parts that hold the toes, which is the essential body part in the pedicure procedure.
It is also important that you learn the different parts of the foot and lower leg to properly take care of them since these are the
ones that helps with our movement and carries the whole body.
The Bones of the Foot

The following bones fit together to form arches which help to support the foot and to absorb the impact when we walk,
run, and jump.
 7 Tarsal
 5 Metatarsal
 14 Phalanges

The Arches of the Foot

 These are created by the formation of the bones and joints, and supported by ligaments.
 They support the weight of the body and help to preserve balance when we walk on uneven surfaces.
Lesson 5: Contraindications
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify the different contraindications of manicure and pedicure
 Describe the characteristics of each contraindication
 Explain why the following are considered as contraindications
Introduction
Performing manicures and pedicures help the clients maintain a state of beauty when it comes to their nails but as a nail
technician, it is important that you recognized the different contraindications that a client may possess that would make them
illegible for a manicure and pedicure. It will help the clients identify how to properly take care of themselves depending on their
condition and also prevent further damage if they went through a treatment that could affect their present state.
Contraindications
If a client has any of the following conditions, a manicure treatment must not be carried out:
 Tinea unguium - It is a fungal infection that affects the nail root and penetrates into the edge portion of the nail
landscape and spreads in the direction of nail growth.
 Paronychia - It is a bacterial infection on the tissue around the nail. The skin becomes red and swollen when infected.
 Cuts or abrasions on the hands or arms.
 Infectious skin diseases, such as ringworm.
 Warts on the hands and arms.. These are local growths in the skin that are caused by human papilloma virus (HPV)
infection.

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 If a client has any of the following conditions, a pedicure treatment must not be carried out:
 Athlete’s foot - It is a fungal infection that usually starts between the toes. It commonly appears on people that have
become very sweaty while wearing tight-fitting shoes.
 Verrucas - Also called plantar warts, are warts that develop on plantar surfaces-soles or bottom of the feet.
 Diabetes - Due to diabetes, the skin can be thin and fragile and are more susceptible to infections and slower heating
cuts.
 Infectious skin diseases, such as ringworm.
 Cuts or abrasions on the feet or legs.

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 UNIT 2: BASIC TECHNIQUES
Lesson 1: Nail Care Equipment
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify the materials, tools, and equipment used in nail care.
 Describe the use of each materials, tools, and equipment.
 Illustrate the use of each materials, tools, and equipment.
Lesson 1: Nail Care Equipment
Introduction
In Nail Care, treatments like manicures and pedicures cannot be carried out without the proper materials, tools, and equipment.
As a nail technician in the making, you have to familiarize yourself with the different materials, tools, and equipment used to
properly take care of your client.
Equipment
These are the things that can be used long-term once purchased.

  Equipment Use

It should be placed in a way that the distance between you and the customer is not too far
Manicure away. It should be made of materials that won’t be damaged when nail glue, polish, or
Table acetone is spilled and make sure that the angle of the lamp is adjustable to protect the
eyes from its brightness.

Finger Bowl It is a bowl wherein the fingertips are dipped to make the cuticles smooth.

It is a pillow-shaped cushion, covered with a towel, used as a resting place for the
Cushion client’s hand. Normally it is made out of synthetic fabric rather than leather which make
it easier for cleaning.

Supply Tray It is where the materials that are usually used are placed.

It is used to let the nail polish dry faster. It has two types: (a) electrical and (b) a spray
Nail Dryer
type.

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Lesson 2: Nail Care Tools
Tools
These are the things that must be cleaned every after customer use.

  Equipment Use

It is also called cuticle pusher and has two types: (a) metal and (b) stone. It is
Pusher used to push the cuticles by placing the pusher at a 45 degree angle from the tip
of the nail to the root.

May be made of stainless steel, nickel or cobalt, it is used to cut the dead skin
Nipper
around the nail. Its edge is about ¼ or ½ inch.

It is used to remove the dirt from the nail by sliding it against the nail bed in an
Nail Brush
upward-downward direction.

Nail Clipper It can be a flat-bladed or round type that is used in adjusting the nails.

File/Emery Board It is used to shape the artificial or natural nail.

It is used to push the cuticle and to remove the oil or debris during the art
Orangewood Stick
service.

Sanding Block It is used to make the nail surface smooth.

Pedi File It is used to remove the callus on the foot.

Lesson 3: Products/Cosmetics
These are consumables that are safely applied on the client’s nail or hand/foot.

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  Product Ingredients Use

 Acetone or ethyl acetate

Nail enamel  To remove nail enamel
 Perfume
remover  To remove grease from the nail plate
 Colour
prior enameling
 Oil

 Vegetable oil
 Perfume
Hand cream  To soften the skin and cuticles
 Emulsifying agents
 To provide slip during hand massage
 Emollients
 Preservatives

 Citric acid or hydrogen

Nail bleach peroxide  To whiten stained nails and the
 Glycerine surrounding skin
 Water

 Formaldehyde
 Solvent
 Colour pigments
Nail enamel  To colour nail plates
 Resin
 To provide some protection
 Nitrocellulose
 Plasticisers
 Pearlised particles

 Emollients
Cuticle cream  Perfume  To soften cuticles
 Colour

Cuticle remover  Potassium hydroxide

 To soften cuticles
 Glycerine

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 Lesson 4: Sanitation
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify the proper hygienic practices to be maintained in nail service
 Recognize the difference between cleaning or sanitizing, disinfecting, and sterilising
 Illustrate the proper sanitation practices for each tools and equipment
Introduction
Nail technicians are nothing without their tools and equipment. That is why one of the most important lessons in practicing nail
care is learning how to take care of your equipment.
Sanitation
To maintain hygiene not only personally but through your equipment, you should follow the following steps:
 Make sure that all tools and equipment are clean and sterile before use.
 All client work areas, like nail tables and foot rests, should be kept clean at all times. Dust and debris build up of nail
pieces or nail dust should not be present.
 Make sure that you follow hygienic working practices.
 You should maintain a high standard of personal hygiene.

Sanitation
 Clean all tools and equipment of all visible residues after every use.
 After cleaning, completely immerse tools and implements in a recommended disinfectant or hot soapy water for 10
minutes.
 Remove implements from disinfectant using tongs or gloves. Rinse, and then dry.
 Store clean tools in a closed, clean container.

Sterilization
 It can be done using an autoclave that provides an environment where the bacteria and germs found in your tools and
implements will be killed.

Manicure and pedicure tools and equipment can be sterilised or sanitized by the following methods:

Tool/Equipment Method Term used

Cuticle knife Autoclave Sterilization

Cuticle nippers Autoclave Sterilization

Orange stick Throw away after use Disposable

Autoclave 
Callus file Sterilization
Chemical

Overall Wash in hot soapy water (60◦C) Sanitization

Bowl Chemical Sanitization

Emery board Throw away after use Disposable

Buffer Wipe handle with surgical spirit  Sanitization

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 Wash buffing cloth in hot (60◦C) soapy water

Towel Wash in hot soapy water (60◦C) Sanitization

Spatula Throw away after use Disposable

Nail clippers Autoclave Sterilization

Scissors Autoclave Sterilization

Hoof stick Immerse in chemical Sanitization

Trolley Wipe with chemical Sanitization

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 UNIT 3: BASIC TECHNIQUES
Lesson 1: Basic Technique: Cutting
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Identify the different basic techniques used in nail care.

 Identify the tools and materials needed to perform each technique.
 Perform the different basic techniques used in nail care properly.
Introduction
In this lesson, you will learn the different techniques used in nail care. Each technique is necessary to achieve optimum results
when it comes to performing treatments.
https://youtu.be/9yzCZs5r9B4
Tools / Materials
 Alcohol
 Cotton ball
 Nail clipper

Procedure
 Place a small amount of alcohol on your palm and rub your hands together to sanitize your hands.
 Dampen a cotton ball with alcohol and wipe off the dirt on your client’s hand and foot. Sanitizing the nails will make it
less brittle, easier and safer to cut.
 Make sure that you choose the right tool in cutting/trimming the nails. Use a sterilised nail clipper in cutting/trimming.
 Place the nail clipper putting the edge of the nail in between the 2 blades of the nail clipper.
 Make sure that the 2 blades on the clipper work with equal pressure to deliver a good, clean cut.
 Trim the nail straight across. Rounding the nail's corners or cutting the sides at an angle can lead the corners to grow
toward your skin and become ingrown.

Lesson 2: Basic Technique: Filing

Basic Technique: Filing (https://youtu.be/hU4ivOtCBPs)

Free edge is the part of the nail that is filed. A fine emery board should be used when filing the natural nail. The darker, rougher
side of the emery board is used to remove excess length, and the lighter smoother side is used for shaping and removing rough
edges. It is preferred to use a flexible emery board than a stiff one since it generates less friction.

Nail Shapes

Oval - It is the ideal nail shape. This is the shape that offers the most strength to the free edge.

Square - It is a nail shape that is prone to breaking due to its severe corners.

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 Pointed - This leaves the nail tip very weak and likely to break.

Tools / Materials
 File/Emery board

Procedure
 Choose the proper tools for filing
 Make sure that the nails are dry before filing.
 Place the file against the nail edge repeatedly. Make sure that you file in one direction.
 Stroke it from the nail corner to the tip until you get the desired shape.
 Finish by filing the tip across in one direction.

Tips
 Always file the nails from side to center, with the emery board sloping slightly under the free edge. Use swift,
rhythmical strokes.
 Avoid a sawing action since it generates friction and might cause the free edge to split.
 Never file completely down the sides of the nail, as strength is required here to balance the free edge.
 Always allow about 4 mm of nail growth to remain at the sides of the nail.
Lesson 3: Basic Technique: Cleaning
Basic Technique: Cleaning (https://youtu.be/q3fwYICNJaQ)
Tools / Materials
 Finger bowl  Nail nippers
 Cuticle remover  Nail brush
 Nail pusher  Cotton ball
 Orangewood stick

Procedure

 Place the hand in a manicure bowl filled with warm water and antiseptic liquid soap just enough to cover the nails for 5
– 10 minutes.
 Remove the hand from the manicure bowl and dry it with a towel.
 Apply cuticle remover on each nail to soften the cuticle.
 Gently push back the cuticle with a nail pusher.
 Hold the cuticle knife at 90◦ to the nail plate and stroke it in one direction only, gently loosening any eponychium that
has adhered to the nail plate.
 Hold the nippers comfortably in the palm of the hand.
 Use the cuticle nippers to remove any loose or torn pieces of cuticle, and to trim excess cuticle.
 Using a nail brush, brush off the removed cuticles.

Lesson 4: Basic Technique: Buffing

Basic Technique: Buffing (https://youtu.be/-_BOic83B-A_
 It gives the nail plate a sheen
 It stimulates the blood supply in the nail bed, increasing nourishment and encouraging strong, healthy nail growth.
 It smoothens any surface irregularities.

Tools / Materials

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 Buffer - This should have a handle made of plastic and a replaceable convex pad covered with chamois or soft leather.
 Buffing Paste - This is the cream used to help smooth out surface irregularities, and thereby give the nail a shine. It
contains abrasive particles such as pumice, talc, or kaolin.
 Four-sided buffer - This is shaped like a thick emery board and has four types of surface, ranging from slightly
abrasive to very smooth. It can be used to bring the nail to a shine without the need for buffing paste. It cannot be effectively
sterilised, however, and must therefore be discarded after use on one client.

Procedure
 Hold the buffer loosely on one hand.
 With a buffer, buff in one direction only from the base of the nail to the free edge, using smooth, firm, regular strokes.
 Use a nail brush to remove any dirt on the nails.
 Apply cuticle oil and massage it in each nail using your thumb.
 Wipe off the excess oil using a cotton ball.

Lesson 5: Basic Technique: Polishing

Basic Technique: Polishing (https://youtu.be/ojK_KLGwECQ)
 It gives the nail plate a sheen
 It stimulates the blood supply in the nail bed, increasing nourishment and encouraging strong, healthy nail growth.
 It smoothens any surface irregularities

Tools / Materials
 Clear nail enamel  Nail enamel remover
 Colored nail enamel  Orangewood stick
 Cotton ball
Procedure

 Make sure that your client has clean and dry nails before applying any polish.

 Apply the base coat using clear enamel on each nail starting from the smallest finger to the thumb.

 Use long slow strokes starting from the cuticle up to the tip of the nail.

 Make the first brushstroke in the center of the nail then to the left side then to the right side.

 Overlap each brush stroke to spread the base coat evenly on the nail.

 Let it dry.

 Apply a thin layer of nail enamel following the same technique then let it dry.

 Follow with another thin coat of nail enamel. Let it dry.

 Wipe off the excess nail polish using orange sticks covered with cotton wool soaked in nail polish remover on one end.

 Apply the top coat of clear enamel to protect the nail enamel from discoloration.

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 UNIT 4: PERFORM PLAIN MANICURE

Lesson 1: Planning the Treatment

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Identify the proper way of conducting assessment before the treatment

 Demonstrate how to properly communicate with a client

 Identify the appropriate treatment to be performed based on the assessment

Introduction
As a nail technician, you must be fully aware of your client's condition before performing any treatment. Not all types of
treatment are suitable to each and every client. You must Know how to assess your client's present condition and recommend the
proper treatment fitting to his/her state. Failing to do so may result to worsening ones nail state instead of making it better.
Lesson 2: Plain Manicure Procedure
Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Perform the basic manicure procedure

 Determine the needed tools, materials, and equipment in performing the basic manicure procedure

 Demonstrate each step of the basic manicure procedure properly

Introduction
The word manicure is taken from the Latin words manus, meaning ‘hand’ and cura meaning ‘care’. A manicure is a treatment
performed on the hands to improve its appearance; keeps its nails smooth; keep the cuticles attractive and pretty; and keep the
skin soft.
Plain Manicure Procedure
https://youtu.be/trGTbccqCAk
Materials, Tools, and Equipment

 Towel  Cuticle remover

 Alcohol/hand sanitizer  Nail pusher
 Cotton balls  Nail nippers
 Nail cutter  Buffer
 Emery board  Cuticle oil
 Manicure bowl  Lotion
 Antiseptic liquid soap

Procedure:
A. Sanitation
 Cover the client’s lap with a towel.
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 Make sure to sanitize your hands by applying alcohol or hand sanitizer.
 Dampen a cotton ball with alcohol and wipe off the dirt on your client’s hands, starting on the palm up to the back of the
hand.
 If applicable, remove any present nail enamel with the use of a cotton ball soaked in nail polish remover for each hand.

B. File and Cut

 Starting from the little finger, cut the nails of the client’s right hand according to desired shape.
 File the nails using an emery board.
 Place the hand in a manicure bowl filled with warm water and antiseptic liquid soap just enough to cover the nails.
 Cut and file the nails on the left hand while waiting for the soaking to finish.
 Remove the right hand from the manicure bowl and dry with a towel.
 Soak the left hand in the manicure bowl.

C. Cleaning
 Apply cuticle remover on the nails of the right hand. Push back the cuticle using a nail pusher.
 Remove excess cuticle using nippers. Brush the nails to clean off the cut cuticles.

D. Buffing
 Buff the nails using a buffer by brushing it on the nails to make it shiny. Use a nail brush to remove any dirt on the
nails.
 Apply cuticle oil and massage it in each nail using your thumb.
 Wipe off the excess oil using a cotton ball.
 Remove the left hand from the manicure bowl and dry with a towel.
 Do the same procedure on the left hand.

E. Hand massage
 Pour a small amount of lotion on your hands and apply it onto the client’s hand and forearm using effleurage.
 Gently apply thumb kneading to the back of the hand.
 Place the client’s arm in an upright position, palm facing the client, and apply effleurage to the forearm.
 Lay down the client’s arm and open the hand up. Interlock your fingers with the client’s and apply thumb kneading to
the palmar surface of the hand.
 Position the hand, back of the hand facing upward, and gently pull the fingers individually.
 Apply thumb kneading to the back of the hand.
 Repeat steps to the other side.

Lesson 3: Plain Manicure: Polishing

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify what polishing technique is
 Identify the proper tools, materials, and equipment needed in polishing during a manicure
 Perform the proper polishing technique during a manicure

Introduction
Nail enamel is used to coat the nail plate to adorn the nails; disguised stained nails; add temporary strength to weak nails; and to
coordinate with clothes or make-up.

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 Polishing

https://youtu.be/npbkpoa0ldM

Materials, Tools, and Equipment

 Base coat
 Nail enamel
 Cotton balls
 Orange sticks
 Nail polish remover

Procedure:

 Apply the base coat on each finger using clear nail polish. Start at the center then work your way to the sides. Make sure
to apply it evenly. Let it dry.
 Once the base coat is dry, apply the first coating of nail enamel chosen by the client on each nail bed. Apply evenly.
 When dry, apply another coating of nail enamel to completely cover the nail bed and even out the color.
 Wipe off the excess nail polish using orange sticks covered with cotton ball soaked in nail polish remover on one end.
 Apply the top coat of clear enamel to protect the nail enamel from discoloration.

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 UNIT 5: PERFORM HAND SPA

Lesson 1: Planning the Treatment 2

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify the proper sanitation practices in performing hand spa
 Identify the tools, materials, and equipment needed to be sanitized
 Perform proper sanitation practices in hand spa treatment

Introduction
Sanitation is important not only for the nail technicians but also for the client. Engaging in proper sanitary practices ensures the
client or the nail technician will not be infected.

Planning the Treatment

Before treatment

 Ask the client remove his/her jewellery and place it in a bowl or container you provided.
 You could also suggest that the client may put her jewellery in her handbag instead.

Cleaning your hands

 Explain to the client that you are going to wash your hands, making the client confident of your cleanliness and hygiene.
 Make sure to dry your hands thoroughly since wet hands are not clean hands.
 For added protection, apply alcohol or hand sanitizer on your hands after washing. Using a cotton ball soaked in
alcohol, wipe the dirt off the client’s hands and arms.

Lesson 2: Exfoliating Treatment

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Identify the importance of exfoliating treatment in hand spa

 Identify the tools, materials, and equipment needed in exfoliating treatment
 Perform proper techniques during the exfoliating treatment

Introduction
The exfoliating treatment is performed as part of the hand spa routine. During an exfoliating treatment, the massage is performed
as usual using a mildly abrasive cream. Exfoliating treatments are performed for the removal of dead skin cells; improvement of
skin texture; improvement of skin colour; and to increase circulation.

Exfoliating Treatment 9https://youtu.be/ehCEMdiT_do)

Materials, Tools, and Equipment

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Procedure:

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  Ask the client to wash his/her hands using soap and water. Make sure that all dirt on the hand and forearm are
removed.

 Dry both hands with a towel.

 Sanitize the client’s hands and arms by applying alcohol with a cotton ball.

 Apply exfoliating scrub on the right hand and forearm to remove dead skin cells. Do the same on the left hand
and forearm.

 Rinse off the exfoliating scrub with water.

 Dry the hands using a towel.

Lesson 3: Paraffin Wax Treatment

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Identify what a paraffin wax is and its importance

 Determine the tools, materials, and equipment needed in performing paraffin wax

 Demonstrate the proper steps in performing paraffin wax

Introduction
Paraffin wax treatment is recommended for clients with chapped hands and neglected feet. It uses warm oil based wax
that provides relief to hands, feet, sore joints and muscles. It also has skin softening benefits and improves skin elasticity
as well.

Paraffin Wax Treatment

Materials, Tools, and Equipment

 Paraffin wax machine

 Paraffin wax

 Plastic cling wrap

 Hand gloves

 Lotion

Procedure:

 Prepare the paraffin wax machine by filling it water and one package of wax. Turn it on to melt the wax.

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 When melted, test if the wax is tolerable enough to touch.

 Gently submerged the left hand into the melted wax. Quickly lift the hand and let the excess wax drip back into the
machine. Do this for 3 repetitions.

 Cover the right hand with cling wrap then insert hand into a glove.

 Repeat the same procedure with the right hand.

 After 30 minutes, remove the glove from the right hand and massage with the cling wrap still on, breaking off the hardened
wax on the hand. Gently remove the cling wrap off together with the broken wax.

 Apply lotion and massage the hand and forearm by applying effleurage thumb kneading to the palm of the hand.

 Repeat the same procedure on the left hand.

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 UNIT 6: PERFORM PLAIN PEDICURE

Lesson 1: Plain Pedicure Procedure

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Identify what the basic pedicure procedure is

 Determine the needed tools, materials, and equipment in performing the basic pedicure procedure

 Demonstrate each step of the basic pedicure procedure properly

Introduction
The word pedicure came from the Latin wordpedis, meaning ‘foot’ and cura meaning ‘care’. It is a treatment
performed on the feet to take care of it. It is carried out to make the feet more attractive, reduce the amount of hard
skin found on the feet and to relax the tired and aching feet.

Plain Pedicure Procedure (https://youtu.be/QZdiB12OFx0)

Materials, Tools, and Equipment

 Towel  Cuticle remover

 Alcohol/hand sanitizer  Hoof stick
 Cotton balls  Nail nippers
 Nail cutter  Buffer
 Emery board  Cuticle oil
 Manicure bowl  Lotion
 Antiseptic liquid soap

Procedure:

 Sanitize your hands by applying alcohol or hand sanitizer.

 Using a cotton ball soaked in alcohol, sanitize the client’s foot by wiping off the dirt.
 Remove any existing nail enamel on the toes using cotton soaked in nail enamel remover.
 Cut the nails to the client’s desired shape.
 Using an emery board, file the toe nails to even/smoothen out the sides.
 Soak the foot in a bowl filled with warm water and anti-bacterial soap.
 Repeat the steps to the other foot.
 Dry the soaked foot with a towel.
 Apply cuticle remover on each toenail.
 Push up the cuticles using a nail pusher.
 Remove excess dead cells and skins around the toenail using a nipper.
 Using a toenail brush, brush off the excess removed cuticles.
 Apply cuticle oil to the individual toenails.
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 Apply effleurage to the foot and leg of the client.
 Apply thumb kneading to the soles of the foot.
 Apply pulling to the individual toes on the foot.
 Repeat the same process to the other foot.

Lesson 2: Plain Pedicure: Polishing

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Identify what polishing technique is

 Identify the proper tools, materials, and equipment needed in polishing during a pedicure
 Perform the proper polishing technique during pedicure

Introduction
Nail enamel is used to coat the nail plate to adorn the nails; disguised stained nails; add temporary strength to weak
nails; and to coordinate with clothes or make-up.

Plain Pedicure: Polishing (https://youtu.be/7MPmu5xmJPc)

Materials, Tools, and Equipment

 Base coat
 Nail enamel
 Cotton balls
 Orange sticks
 Nail polish remover

Procedure:

 Apply base coat to each toe nail. Let it dry.

 Apply a first coat of nail enamel according to the client’s preference. Let it dry.
 Once the first coating is dry, apply the second coating to even out the nail enamel. Let it dry.
 Apply the top coat using the same polish used for the base coat.
 Repeat the same process to the other foot.

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 UNIT 7: PERFORM FOOT SPA

Lesson 1: Sanitation

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify the proper sanitation practices in performing foot spa
 Identify the tools, materials, and equipment needed to be sanitized
 Perform proper sanitation practices in foot spa treatment

Introduction
Sanitation is important not only for the nail technicians but also for the client. Engaging in proper sanitary practices
ensures the client or the nail technician will not be infected.

Sanitation
Before Treatment

 Ask the client remove his/her jewelry and place it in a bowl or container you provided.
 You could also suggest that the client may put her jewelry in her handbag instead.

Cleaning Your Hands

 Explain to the client that you are going to wash your hands, making the client confident of your cleanliness and hygiene.
 Make sure to dry your hands thoroughly since wet hands are not clean hands.
 For added protection, apply alcohol or hand sanitizer on your hands after washing.
 Using a cotton ball soaked in alcohol, wipe the dirt off the client’s feet and legs.

Lesson 2: Exfoliating Treatment 2

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify the importance of exfoliating treatment in foot spa
 Identify the tools, materials, and equipment needed in exfoliating treatment
 Perform proper techniques during the exfoliating treatment

Introduction
Over time, the feet can experience a buildup of cracked dry skin mainly on the heels which comprise of dead skin
cells that are difficult to remove. Exfoliating treatments for the feet can make your feet look and feel better. It removes
the dry itchy skin on top and reveals a healthier, smoother and more elastic skin underneath.

Exfoliating Treatment (https://youtu.be/fSIRT5LvbJU)

Materials, Tools, and Equipment

 Foot spa machine  Cotton balls  Foot file brush

 Hand soap  Exfoliating scrub  Brush
 Alcohol/hand sanitizer  Towel  Sponge

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 Procedure:

 Fill the foot spa machine with warm water, alcohol, and liquid soap.
 Use a cotton ball soaked in alcohol to sanitize the client’s feet.
 Place and soak the client’s feet in the foot spa machine for a couple of minutes.
 Using a brush, scrub/brush the client’s foot to remove dead skin cells.
 Lay the foot on your lap and apply some exfoliating scrub to remove any remaining dead skin cells. Apply effleurage on
the foot and calf while applying the scrub.
 Use a foot file brush to remove any hard skin on the foot.
 Place the foot in a basin filled with warm water. Rinse off the scrub using a sponge. Use a brush to make sure that all
unwanted skin is removed.
 Dry the foot using a towel.
 Repeat the same procedure to the other foot.
 Apply lotion and massage the foot and calf.
 Apply effleurage on the calf and thumb kneading to the sole of the foot.

Lesson 3: Post-Services: Aftercare and Advice

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:
 Identify the importance of giving appropriate aftercare and advice to clients
 Determine the proper way of giving aftercare and advice to a client
 Identify the basic aftercare advice for clients after a nail care treatment

Introduction
It is important that after a nail care treatment, the client knows how to take care for his/her nails at home. As a nail
technician, it is your job to make sure that client receives the correct aftercare advice.

Post Services: Aftercare and Advice

Aftercare advice will vary from each client, with accordance to their individual needs, but generally it will be as
follows:

After a Manicure

 Wear rubber gloves when washing up.

 Wear protective gloves when gardening or doing housework.
 Always wear gloves in cold weather.
 Dry hand thoroughly after washing and apply hand cream.
 Avoid harsh soaps when washing hands.
 Do not use the fingernails as tools.

After a Pedicure

 Change socks or tights daily.  Go barefoot wherever it is safe and practical to do

 Apply moisturising lotion to the feet after bathing.
 Ensure that the feet are thoroughly dry after
washing especially between the toes.
 Apply talc or a special foot powder between the
toes to help absorb moisture.
so.
 Ensure that footwear fits properly.
 Avoid wearing high heels for long periods of time.
 If any pain is felt in the feet, visit a chiropodist.
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 Lesson 4: Post-Service Sanitation

Objectives
At the end of the session, you will be able to:

 Identify the importance of sanitation after a service

 Determine the proper sanitary practices after a service
 Demonstrate the proper sanitary practices after a service

Introduction
As a nail technician, it is not enough that you prepare your work area prior a service but it is also your responsibility
to keep it clean, hygienic and professional looking at all times. You have to make sure that the area is left in a
condition fitting for the next client.

Post Service Sanitation

After performing manicure and pedicure service, make sure to:

 Throw away all disposable supplies in a closed wastebasket. Empty the basket when needed or at least once a day.
 Clean and disinfect any multi-use tools and wash used towels.
 Electric equipment that cannot be submerged underwater must be wiped clean of any dust and debris. Make sure to
spray with disinfectant, dried and stored in a clean, close container afterwards.
 Dirty, soiled equipment, tools, and supplies must be stored in a closed container. Make sure that is properly labelled and
should not be used until well cleaned and disinfected.

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