NAIL SHAPES 4.

Oil or Lanolin Manicure – substitutes hot oil or lanolin in place of

Types of Nail Shape water for the soaking period.
1.Round - As one of the most conservative shapes of the bunch, the 5. Men’s Manicure – a man’s manicure with nails filed round and
round shape is ideal for men and those who like to maintain short buffed, or completed with a clear liquid polish.
nails. This shape is flattering for wide nails, and gives the illusion of a
thinner nail bed. BASIC INFORMATION ABOUT NAIL
2. Square - This shape is referred to a classic shape. The square is Nail Disorders – are condition caused by injury to the nails, diseases
ideal for a bigger nail bed (it tends to make smaller nail beds look or imbalances in the body.
shorter and wider). Nail Diseases – are problems of nails from fungal and bacterial
3. Oval- The tapered side walls of the oval create an elegant shape infections to other causes of nail abnormalities
for women. Oval shapes flatter both wide and narrow nail beds, and Client consultation -is also known as the needs assessment; the
add length with a graceful tip. verbal communication with a client that determines what the client's
4. Square Oval (Squoval) Combining the elegance of the oval with needs are and how to achieve the desired results.
the strength of the square, the squoval is a popular nail shape for Communication- the act of successfully sharing information between
most fingers. two people, or groups of people, so that it is effectively understood
5. Almond/Point- The pointed nail is a popular style for acrylic and and for that you need to have a Client Record Card so that you may
nail art designs, especially in Eastern Europe and Asia. This extreme monitor the client.
shape can actually slenderize and lengthen the fingers. Nail- is a plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes.
The main purpose of the nail is to protect the fingers and toes,
however, the fingernail also assists with certain physical activities in
daily life.

STRUCTURES OF NAILS
1. Lunula - the pearly coloured and crescent shaped is due to the
cells being pushed closely together, the blood capillaries cannot be
seen through the lunula because of this.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND SANITATION PROCEDURES 2. Cuticle - the overlapping epidermis around the nail. It is the
Safety precautions to be observed in giving nail services transparent skin, which is called the 'true cuticle', that is removed
1. Keep all containers covered and labeled. during the manicuring process
2. Hold or move containers with dry hands. 3. Free edge -the part of the nail that can be filed and shaped
3. Handle sharp-pointed implements carefully and avoid dropping 4. Matrix - the only living reproducing part of the nail. This is
them. situated directly below the cuticle.
4. Dull over sharpened cutting edges of sharp implements with an 5. Nail bed - the part of the nail where the nail plate rests on, also a
emery board. continuation of the matrix.
5. Bevel a sharp nail edge with an emery board. 6. Nail walls - the folds of skin that overlap the sides of the nail.
6. Do not file too deeply into nail corners. 7. Nail Plate - is visible nail that rests on the nail bed up to the free
7. Do not use a sharp, pointed implement to cleanse under the nail. edge. This is made up from dead cells and minimum amount of
8. Apply an antiseptic immediately if the skin is accidentally cut. moisture.
9. Avoid pushing the cuticle back too far.
10. Do not work on a nail when the surrounding skin is inflamed or is Nail Disorders
infected. 1.Blue Nails - Bluish in color .These may be attributed to poor or
Sanitary rules to be observed in giving nail services blood circulation or heart disorder.
1. Manicuring implements must be cleaned and disinfected after 2.Brittle nails-Vertical splitting or separation of the nail plate layers
each use. at the distal (free) edge of the nail plate.
3. Bruised nails-Shows dark purplish (almost black or brown) spots,
2. Place used materials (tissues, cotton, emery board, etc.) into
usually due to injury and bleeding of the nail bed.
closed containers or plastic bag attached to manicuring table.
4. Eggshell nails- In this disorder, the nail plate separates from the
3. Wipe manicuring table with disinfectant; put everything in order. nail-bed and curves at the free edge.
4. Clean the tops of nail polish bottles with polish remover. 5. Furrows- These are long ridges that run either lengthwise or
5. Inspect the manicuring table drawer for cleanliness and order. across the nail.
6. Wash and dry your hands. 6. Hangnails- These are marked by a condition in which the cuticle
Types of Manicure splits around the nail. Carelessness in removing the cuticle
1. Long Manicure – is a standard manicure including hand, finger and 7. Leuconychia or white spot-White spot appears frequently in the
arm massage. nails. They may be caused by injury to the base of the nail.
2. Short Manicure – is a standard manicure that does not include 8.Pterygium- It is an overgrowth of cuticle which sticks to the
hand, finger and arm massage. surfaces of nail plate.
3. Booth Manicure – manicure done under the same physical 9. Onychia-An inflammation of the nail matrix accompanied by pus
formation caused by improperly sanitized nail implements and
condition while the patron is receiving other services
bacterial infections.
 10.Onychocryptosis Ingrown Nails-In this condition, the nail cuts METHODS IN CHOOSING THE RIGHT NAIL POLISH
into one or both sides of the nail bed, resulting in inflammation and
possibly infection Choosing Nail Polish Color Based on Your Skin Tone
11.Onychogryposis-Is a thickening and increase in curvature of the 1. Go for nude shades if you have a light or medium skin tone.
nail. It is usually the result of injury to the matrix. 2. Choose a pink shade for any skin tone.
3. Pick blue for any skin tone.
PERFORM MANICURE AND PEDICURE SERVICES 4. Experiment with purple.
A person’s nail can be an indication of one’s health condition. 5. Choose the best red for your skin tone.
Manicure And Pedicure- The practices of improving the
appearance of the natural nail and cuticle Selecting a Polish for an Occasion
1. Choose for neutral colors for formal occasions.
Manicure- is the care of hands and fingernails. 2. Go with holiday-themed colors.
3. Choose a color based on season.
Pedicure-is the professional treatment of feet, toes and nails. 4. Add sparkles for a fun event.
There are many natural and mental benefits to be acquired
from manicures and pedicures. Picking a Polish Based on Personality
1. Use metallic to convey a wild personality.
Benefits for the client:
2. Go for an edgy look with black polish.
1. It improves the appearance of the nails 3. Pick bright colors for an energetic look.
2. It softens the surrounding skin 4. Choose muted colors for a softer look.
3. It enhances overall appearance of grooming 5. Show off sophistication with darker polish.
Benefits for the nail technician: 6. Go for bright red to look bold.
1. Mainstay salon service
2. Variety of treatments can be performed to enhance basic
treatments and increase salon revenue
3. It can be used as part of a salon promotion

Cleaning Finger Nails (Manicure)

1. Remove old polish using cotton moistened with nail polish
remover.
2. Shape nails by filing the nails starting with the little finger
working towards the thumb from corner to center to avoid
nail splitting
3. Soften cuticle with a cuticle remover .
4. Loosen cuticle by using the spoon end of the cuticle
pusher .while keeping it moist with cuticle remover.
5. Clean under free edge by using a cotton-tipped
orangewood stick dipped in soapy water.
6. Trim cuticle with cuticle nipper in a single segment
7. Cleanse nails by brushing the fingernails using a downward
movement.
8. Dry hands and nails thoroughly.

Cleaning Toe Nails (Pedicure)

1. Remove old polish from the nails of both feet
2. File toenails with a nail file or an emery board starting from
the little finger, from corner to center to avoid nail splitting
and rounding them slightly at the corners to conform to the
shape of the toes.
3. Soften the cuticle with cuticle remover.
4. Loosen cuticle by using the spoon end of the cuticle pusher
while keeping it moist with cuticle remover.
“Teachers can open the door, but you must
5. Apply cuticle remover to the cuticle and under the free enter it yourself”
edge of each toenail with a cotton-tipped orangewood stick - Chinese proverb
6. Trim cuticle with cuticle nipper in a single segment.
7. Cleanse nails by brushing the toenails using a downward Prepared by:
movement. Teacher Shane
8. Dry the feet and nails thoroughly.