What is the correct procedure for cleaning metal manicure and pedicure tools?

The correct procedure for cleaning metal manicure and pedicure tools involves a thorough process of cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing. This approach is essential in maintaining hygiene and preventing the spread of infections in a salon environment.

When tools are used on clients, they can come into contact with bodily fluids, skin cells, and various pathogens. Therefore, simply discarding tools after a single use, rinsing them with water, or wiping them with a cloth would not be sufficient to ensure they are safe for subsequent use.

Cleaning the tools removes any visible debris and contaminants. Following this, disinfection reduces the number of germs to a safe level, according to public health standards, using appropriate disinfectants. Finally, sterilization completely eliminates all forms of microbial life, ensuring that the tools are safe for use on another client. This comprehensive procedure is critical in upholding health and safety regulations in the cosmetology field.