School Maximo T.

Hernandez Grade Level Grade 10

LESSON Memorial Integrted HS
EXEMPLAR
Teacher Loraine G. Tenorio Learning Area Home Economics- NAIL CARE

Teaching Quarter First

Date
Time No. of Days 4 days

Learning Area TLE – Nail Care

Learning Delivery Modality Modular Distance Modality (Learners-Led Modality)

I. OBJECTIVES

A. Content Standards The learner demonstrates understanding of concepts and principles in

hand and foot spa
B. Performance Standards The learner independently performs hand spa.

C. Most Essential Learning LO1. Apply Hand Treatment

Competencies (MELC)
TLE_HEBC9-12HS-la-g-1
(If available, write the indicated
MELC)

D. Enabling Competencies

(If available, write the attached

enabling competencies)

II. CONTENT Steps in Giving Hand and Foot

Spa Treatment
III. LEARNING RESOURCES

A. References

a. Teacher’s Guide Pages

b. Learner’s Material Pages pp. 2-18

c. Textbook Pages

d. Additional Materials from Learning Module

Learning Resources

B. List of Learning Resources for Acero, Romeo A., Jr. “Perform Hand Spa Module”. September 2017.
Development and Engagement https://www.academia.edu/38701977/Perform_Hand_Spa_Module
Activities Chauhan, Praveen. “Hand and Foot Theory”, National Institute of Open
Schooling (An Autonomous Organisation Under Mhrd, Govt. of India).
https://nios.ac.in/media/documents/nsqf/hand%20and%20foot%20care
%20theory.pdf.
Department of Education, K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum
Technology and Livelihood Education Learning Module. December 21,
2013.
Senior High School/ Beauty Care, Nail Care.” Paraffin Wax Treatment for
Hands”, November 13, 2017,
http://shsbeatycarenailcarelessons.blogspot.com/2017/11/steps-in-hand-
spa-treatment.html.
IV. PROCEDURES

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 A. Introduction Objectives
At the end of the lesson the learners are expected to:
 arrange the steps in hand and foot spa treatment;
 explain the importance of knowing the contraindications in hand
spa/foot spa treatment;
 prepare and use necessary tools and supplies/materials for
handwashing;
 wash client’s hand with lukewarm water and soap, and towel-dry
before and after scrubbing; and
 value the importance of proper handwashing.

I. Directions. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen
letter on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Why is there a need to wash clients’ hands with lukewarm water
before performing a hand spa and foot spa?
A. Warm water is relaxing and easily penetrates soap into the feet and
hands.
B. Warm water provides healing power to the fatigue muscles,
replenishing dead skin, and promotes the aging process.
C. Warm water stimulates blood flow to rigid muscles and unmoving
joints, making an ideal place to do gentle stretching and relaxing the
muscles.
D. Soaking in warm water is one of the oldest forms of alternative
therapy, and this practice is taken from our forefathers has stood the test
of time.

2. What will you do first before soaking the client’s hands into the paraffin
wax?

A. Melt the wax until it boils.

B. Determine and test appropriate temperature for heat tolerance of the
client.
C. Make sure to melt all the wax at maximum temperature.
D. Prepare the wax by heating it directly on the stove in a tightly sealed
kettle
3. Paraffin wax should be melted well to ensure

A. a quality hand spa service.

B. a correct temperature.
C. good impressions from the client.
D. a smooth and even distribution of the paraffin.
4. What would happen if the paraffin wax is removed immediately after
the application?
A. The hands will get burn.
B. There is a possibility that hands will swell.
C. Paraffin wax will not absorb to the hands, thus treatment will not
occur.
D. Removing of paraffin wax from hands requires great skills and should
be done with care.

5. When should the paraffin wax be removed from the client’s hands after
application?

A. after 5 minutes only

B. after 10-20 minutes
C. 30 minutes and beyond
D. 5 minutes to 40 minutes

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 6. The following statements below support the need for the application of
lotion or oil into the client’s hand after the hand spa procedure except
A. Many people think lotion helps their skin look younger.
B. Body lotions penetrate the skin, providing hydration and dryness.
C. The beneficial ingredients in the lotion can restore lost skin moisture,
heal skin conditions, and repair damaged skin.
D. Lotions often contain beneficial vitamins and compounds, such as
vitamin D, aloe vera, shea butter, vitamin E, and keratin.
7. What will happen if a softening product like lotions and oils are not
applied to the client’s hands after a hand spa?
A. Hands will feel and smell good even without lotions and oils.
B. Clients will be relaxed without the oily feeling of the lotion and oil.
C. Lotions are optional softening agents in the hands and will not make
any good whether it is applied or not.
D. Client’s hands will not be replenished with extra dry or rough spots on
the skin than applied with lotions or oils
8. Which of the following phrases below applies the rule in advising
clients on a maintenance program after the hand spa treatment?
A. Telling clients to remove all jewelry before the hand spa treatment.
B. Clients are advised on the benefits of hand spa and the price it costs.
C. Clients are advised to visit the salon every week or twice a month for
regular hand spa treatment.
D. Clients are told to buy a paraffin wax and perform the hand spa
treatment with their own following the procedures observed in the salon.
9. The giving of advice to the clients on a maintenance program after the
hand spa treatment is an application of
A. empathy C. knowledge and expertise
B. ignorance of the nail technician D. respect
10. How do you confirm and record the client’s desired service outcome
after the beauty care services?
A. Always do a recording and full consultation with both existing and new
clients.
B. Manage your client’s expectations and be tactfully honest.
C. Personalize your service, ask open questions, and listen carefully.
D. Use a selection of images to help your client visualize the options.
II. Directions. Fill in the blanks of the correct answer. Choose your
answer inside
the box below. Write your answer in your activity notebook.
1. Masks and apron are referred to as __________________, which are
used to protect from getting dirt, etc.
2. _________________ are conditions or situations where a particular
treatment cannot be carried out or is restricted like nail disorders,
diseases, skin allergies, poor blood circulation, large skin wounds,
diabetes, and contagious diseases.
3. The presence of skin _____________ should never be allowed to
have a hand spa treatment.
4. Wash client’s hand with lukewarm water and soap, and towel–dry
before and after using a _______________.
5. Soak clients’ hands for four seconds for ____ consecutive times in
wax and wrap with plastic gloves and mittens.
6. As a nail technician, keep your ______ short and filed.

7. Always use clean and _________ equipment, tools and implements.

8. Apply hand softening product and _________ according to the
prescribed procedure
9. Apply a small amount of _________ or skin test on the client’s wrist
using a paraffin brush to determine the appropriate temperature.
10. After the hand and foot spa activity, advise client after service on

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 ______________.

When you walk up through the stairs, where do you begin? Of

course, everyone starts with a single step, right? Without these steps of
the stairs, you would not reach the top. It is the same in learning how to
cook, stitch, draw, etc. You have to follow the procedures as beginners,
and then you will become an expert in such a thing if you will do it over
and over again.

Activity 1 Hand Spa Puzz-solve

Directions. Encircle in the box the words which associate all about
paraffin wax spa in nail care. Refer to your answer on the statement
given below the puzzle. Copy the box in your activity notebook and
answer what is asked in every item.

________ 1. A thin hard part at the end of each of your fingers.

________ 2. A waxy solid hydrocarbon used to moisturize the hands and
feet.
________ 3. The fabric used to wipe off grease or cream of the skin
during the treatment.
________ 4. A beauty care service is done to customers on hands and
feet.
________ 5. A solid substance containing wax that becomes soft and
melts when warm.

Activity 2 Opinion Matters

B. Development
I. Directions. Answer the following questions below based on your own
opinion. Write
your answers in your activity notebook.
1. Why is handwashing important? What are its benefits?
2. What do you think will happen if the cautions in melting the paraffin
wax are not followed?
3. Do you think you can follow the procedures in performing paraffin wax
hand treatment at home? If yes or no, explain why.
4. In your opinion, what benefit will you gain in learning the skills of
paraffin hand treatment?
5. Why do people especially women like to maintain beautiful hands or
nails through hand spa treatment?

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 Activity 3 Summarizing Ideas
Directions. Summarize the significant points to remember in the pre-
hand spa, proper handwashing, and the steps on how to perform the
hand spa, through phrase or phrases. Fill in the table below. The
examples are in the first row. Refer to the rubrics given.

C. Engagement
Activity 4

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 II. Directions. Answer briefly and precisely the following questions in
your activity
notebook. Refer to the rubrics given.
1. What are contraindications in hand/foot treatment?
2. Why do you have to learn the contraindications of the client?
3. What are the things to be done in the pre-hand spa treatment?
4. Why is there a need to determine the health conditions of the
client before the paraffin hand spa treatment?
5. How important is the checking of temperature on the melted
paraffin before applying to the client?
YES OR NO?
D. Assimilation
I. Directions: Write YES if the statement is true and correct while NO if it
is incorrect.
Write your answers in your activity notebook.
1. Nail technicians should wash hands before and after the hand spa
service.
2. Contraindications refer to conditions of the hands which are free from
any restrictions in allowing the hand spa services.
3. Determine and test appropriate temperature for heat tolerance of client
though applying a small amount of paraffin wax or skin test on the client’s
wrist using a paraffin brush.
4. The wax is ready to use when its temperature reaches 125°F (51.7°C).
5. Hand spa services need not use personal protective equipment since
there are no harmful chemicals involved.

ARRANGE ME!
II. Directions. Below are the steps in performing paraffin hand and foot
spa services.
Arrange them according to what comes first. Write only the letter
starting with the first step in number one.
a. Confirm and record the client’s desired service outcome.
b. Determine and test appropriate temperature for heat tolerance of the
client.
c. Soak hands for 4 seconds for 3 consecutive times in wax and wrap
with plastic gloves and mittens.
d. Prepare and use the necessary tools and supplies/materials.
e. Analyze the skin before treatment like the presence of
contraindications.
f. Apply hand softening products and massage.
g. Wash client’s hand with lukewarm water and soap, and towel–dry
before and after using.
h. Remove wax from hands according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
i. Advise client after service on a maintenance program. j. Wear Personal

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 Protective Equipment (PPE) like a non-splash-proof apron and mask as
protection.
Answers;
1. 6.
2. 7.
3. 8.
4. 9.
5. 10.

PERFORMING HANDWASHING STEPS AT HOME

Spa Collage
Directions. Find pictures from old newspapers, magazines, etc. Cut them
and create a collage of hand/foot spa treatment activities in the salons.
Place it in a short bond paper. Make your title and create any style you
want by putting art on it. Write a minimum of one paragraph reflection
about the benefits of spa treatment in nail care. Cite the knowledge you
have gained in this lesson.

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 POST TEST
1. Why is there a need to wash clients’ hands with lukewarm water
before performing a hand spa and foot spa?
A. Warm water is relaxing and easily penetrates soap into the feet and
hands.
B. Warm water provides healing power to the fatigue muscles,
replenishing dead skin, and promotes the aging process.
C. Warm water stimulates blood flow to rigid muscles and unmoving
joints, making an ideal place to do gentle stretching and relaxing the
muscles.
D. Soaking in warm water is one of the oldest forms of alternative
therapy, and this practice is taken from our forefathers has stood the test
of time.
2. What will you do first before soaking the client’s hands into the paraffin
wax?
A. Melt the wax until it boils.
B. Determine and test appropriate temperature for heat tolerance of the
client.
C. Make sure to melt all the wax at maximum temperature.
D. Prepare the wax by heating it directly on the stove in a tightly sealed
kettle
3. Paraffin wax should be melted well to ensure
A. a quality hand spa service.
B. a correct temperature.
C. good impressions from the client.
D. a smooth and even distribution of the paraffin.
4. What would happen if the paraffin wax is removed immediately after
the application?
A. The hands will get burn.
B. There is a possibility that hands will swell.
C. Paraffin wax will not absorb to the hands, thus treatment will not
occur.
D. Removing of paraffin wax from hands requires great skills and should
be
done with care.
5. When should the paraffin wax be removed from the client’s hands after
the application?
A. after 5 minutes only
B. after 10-20 minutes
C. 30 minutes and beyond
D. 5 minutes to 40 minutes
6. The following statements below support the need for the application of
lotion or oil into the client’s hand after the hand spa procedure except
A. Many people think lotion helps their skin look younger.
B. Body lotions penetrate the skin, providing hydration and dryness.
C. The beneficial ingredients in the lotion can restore lost skin moisture,

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 heal skin conditions, and repair damaged skin.
D. Lotions often contain beneficial vitamins and compounds, such as
vitamin D, aloe vera, shea butter, vitamin E, and keratin.
7. What will happen if softening products like lotions and oils are not
applied to the client’s hands after a hand spa?
A. Hands will feel and smell good even without lotions and oils.
B. Clients will be relaxed without the oily feeling of the lotion and oil.
C. Lotions are optional softening agents in the hands and will not make
any good whether it is applied or not.
D. Client’s hands will not be replenished with extra dry or rough spots on
the skin than applied with lotions or oils

8. Which of the following phrases below applies the rule in giving advice
to clients on a maintenance program after the hand spa treatment?
A. Telling clients to remove all jewelry before the hand spa treatment.
B. Clients are advised on the benefits of hand spa and the price it costs.
C. Clients are advised to visit the salon every week or twice a month for
regular hand spa treatment.
D. Clients are told to buy a paraffin wax and perform the hand spa
treatment with their own following the procedures observed in the salon.

9. The giving of advice to the clients on a maintenance program after the

hand spa treatment is an application of
A. empathy C. knowledge and expertise
B. ignorance of the nail technician D. respect
10. How do you confirm and record the client’s desired service outcome
after the beauty care services?
A. Always do a recording and full consultation with both existing and new
clients.
B. Manage your client’s expectations and be tactfully honest.
C. Personalize your service, ask open questions, and listen carefully.
D. Use a selection of images to help your client visualize the options.

II. Directions. Fill in the blanks of the correct answer. Choose your
answers inside the box below. Write your answers in your activity
notebook.

1. Mask and apron are referred to as __________________ which are

used to protect the nail technician from getting dirt, etc.
2. _________________ are conditions or situations where a particular
treatment cannot be carried out or is restricted like nail disorders,
diseases, skin allergies, poor blood circulation, large skin wounds,
diabetes, and contagious diseases.
3. The presence of skin _____________ should never be allowed to
have a hand spa treatment.
4. Wash client’s hand with lukewarm water and soap, and towel–dry
before and after using a _______________.
5. Soak clients’ hands for four seconds for ____ consecutive times in
wax and wrap with plastic gloves and mittens.
6. As a nail technician, keep your ______ short and filed.
7. Always use clean and _________ equipment, tools and
implements.
8. Apply hand softening product and _________ according to

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045
 the prescribed procedure
9. Apply a small amount of _________ or skin test on the
client’s wrist using a paraffin brush to determine the appropriate
temperature.
10. After the hand and foot spa activity, advise client after
service on ______________.

Directions. Interview one of your family members, relatives, or friends

V. REFLECTION
within your locality who have experienced a hand spa treatment before.
For your interview, follow the order of the questions below. Document
your interview and write it in your activity notebook. Refer to the rubrics
given.
1. When and where did you have a hand spa treatment activity?
2. Why do you like to have a hand spa treatment?
3. Will you describe your experience including the process that the salon
employee performed the services?
4. Were you satisfied with the services? What benefit were you able to
gain from the experience?
5. Will you recommend it to anyone who has not experienced it, or not?

(043)722-1840/722-1796/722-1437/722-2675/722-1662(043)723-2816deped.batangas@deped.gov.phwww.depedbatangas.org
CRN 44 100 18 93 0045