Full cycle of processing manicure tools in the salon

Those who have received infection of the nails or skin as a result of the unprofessional work of the master in the salon will remember the unpleasant moments of treatment for a long time. If you have not yet chosen a specialist for yourself, this article will help you gain knowledge and clarify how a manicurist disinfects tools.

Not every master understands that high-quality work is another “plus” in the karma of the salon or personally to the specialist. Some in a hurry process the tools under the pretext that the client does not see this or are simply too lazy to follow the cleaning algorithm, hoping for a “maybe”.

There is a certain order regarding the processing of tools. It is enough for a private master to have 2-3 sets of tools when fully loaded. In the salon, which buys everything necessary for its employees, there should be more kits.

Stages that cannot be removed or replaced with something

1. Disinfection

Initially, everything that the master used falls into the cleaning liquid. A solution is poured into the container, where the tools are placed. Each liquid has its own bacteria removal period, which lasts from 30 minutes or more.

There are drugs that do not require soaking, but act instantly. They are more expensive than classic disinfectors, so they are bought less often and usually in cool salons with sky-high prices for services. It is necessary to wet the napkins or towels very carefully and wipe each type of instrument without haste.

Wetting surfaces with alcohol is not recommended, since, unlike the developed solutions, they contribute to the appearance of corrosion on the metal, and disinfection is not provided in full.

2. Secondary cleansing

The bacteria were successfully dealt with, now they are starting to remove the contaminants. This step is done by hand, using brushes and washing all the manicurist's accessories under water. Those who choose convenience and speed instead of economy use ultrasonic baths. In them, you can immediately combine the first 2 stages of cleaning and at the same time reduce the processing time of the tool.

3. Sterilization

Its task is to destroy bacterial spores, which cannot be removed by primary disinfection. Chemical option ─ immersion of objects in a solution. Dry sterilization, which is performed in a dry heat oven, is considered more effective. The autoclave is considered the most convenient equipment. Unlike the previous thermal cabinet, it does not require the loading of a dry instrument, and the processing temperature is lower (instead of 180˚, only 130˚), so instruments with rubber handles can also be sterilized.

Products prepared for work are placed in kraft bags for short-term storage.

How often do you need to clean everything

Logically - after each visitor. Yes, this is true, and you need to start processing immediately!

• Special liquid compositions need to process the instruments themselves and the surface of the table on which the service is performed. Since filing, polishing nails is often accompanied by the appearance of microscopic dust suspensions in the air, you must also wipe the lamps, routers and everything else that is on the table.
• You can't save on customers by using paper-based nail files and buffs that have been splashed with blood.
• Disposable gloves should be just that, not just one pair per shift.
• Towels must also be washed after each person. A good way out is a one-time product option.
• In addition, the interior is ventilated and the extractor is working. A humidifier will be a good help, which will not allow dust to soar in the air.

Be smart, your health is at stake

You came to the master to perform a manicure, build nails, do a pedicure. What do you think should be done first?

• It is understood that the table has already been processed, but it would be useful to ask the salon employee to wipe it with a disinfectant in front of your eyes.

• Pay attention to whether the master puts on rubber gloves on his hands.

• Ask the manicurist to give you a napkin soaked in the septic tank or wipe your hands before starting the service.

• Usually the tools are in the same room where the master works. Were they previously placed in a separate package?

• Check with the master how exactly the inventory was disinfected after the previous visitor.

  What gives a scratch and an accidental cut

  It often happens that the master deeply pricks the skin of the finger or inaccurately cuts the cuticle. In this case, blood will appear on the surface of the skin. If it turns out that the tools used have been of poor quality or incomplete cleaning, you risk getting panaritium and other troubles.

  • Minimal harm will provide suppuration of the nail or the skin around it. The treatment will be delayed for 102 months, and the entire period will be accompanied by severe pain.
  
  • Fungus is a more complex disease. Depending on the immune component of the body, it will take from 3 to 12 months to cope with the problem.
  • HIV infection . Clients are not tested for AIDS, hepatitis and other terrible diagnoses. The client may hide this information or simply have no idea that she herself is infected.

  Visiting the salon, you can visually see how clean and processed the tools the master uses, as well as ask questions that will show the manicurist's awareness or, perhaps, make her more attentive to the disinfection of work accessories. For those who have a manicure set available, it will be useful to read this article.