http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/ Cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions! We are a group of cosmetic scientists who understand what the chemicals used in cosmetics really do, how products are tested, and what all the advertising means. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:42:30 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/comment-page-1/#comment-70342 Lynnette Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:03:30 +0000 http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/#comment-70342 Colleen, I would NEVER use any implements that a client brings. Unless "I" know that the implements were washed and sanitized for at least 20 minutes in a hospital grade solution, NO WAY am I going to use any kit brought in by the client. That is another dirty practice. They may be a hit in your field, but in my salon, it is not happening. I KNOW my implements are safe and clean to use on the clients. I do not know if that kit that was a hit for you was used on the clients' kids, husband, dog, cat, ...... Cleaning the thrones is not too hard. Although I do not have one and never will, with proper procedures, they are JUST as safe as the portable tubs. buenos dias, Lynnette Colleen,
I would NEVER use any implements that a client brings.
Unless “I” know that the implements were washed and sanitized for at least 20 minutes in a hospital grade solution, NO WAY am I going to use any kit brought in by the client.
That is another dirty practice. They may be a hit in your field, but in my salon, it is not happening.
I KNOW my implements are safe and clean to use on the clients. I do not know if that kit that was a hit for you was used on the clients’ kids, husband, dog, cat, ……
Cleaning the thrones is not too hard. Although I do not have one and never will, with proper procedures, they are JUST as safe as the portable tubs.
buenos dias,
Lynnette

]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/comment-page-1/#comment-66994 Pedicure infections | EricJonpHelps Mon, 07 Mar 2011 02:26:22 +0000 http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/#comment-66994 [...] Avoid Pedicure Infections With 3 Simple StepsA pedicure can hideously disfigure your legs. … 2.) Wait until after your pedicure to shave; Since shaving your legs can open up tiny cuts in the skin through which bacteria can enter, you`re much safter if you shave AFTER your pedicure. Remember, shaving was a risk factor for infection in 70% of the patients. [...] [...] Avoid Pedicure Infections With 3 Simple StepsA pedicure can hideously disfigure your legs. … 2.) Wait until after your pedicure to shave; Since shaving your legs can open up tiny cuts in the skin through which bacteria can enter, you`re much safter if you shave AFTER your pedicure. Remember, shaving was a risk factor for infection in 70% of the patients. [...]

]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/comment-page-1/#comment-51895 Lynn Fraley, RN, DrPH Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:30:16 +0000 http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/#comment-51895 I enjoy pedicures and always add a capful of a lovely product that is anti-fungal, antiviral, and antibacterial. Of course I would never shave before a pedicure, and I love the experience. I enjoy pedicures and always add a capful of a lovely product that is anti-fungal, antiviral, and antibacterial. Of course I would never shave before a pedicure, and I love the experience.

]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/comment-page-1/#comment-34190 Hans Mueller Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:45:54 +0000 http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/#comment-34190 I am speaking about the millions who are being infected through contaminated cross shared piercing, tattooing (ink), manicure, pedicure, podiatry needles and instruments. Worldwide Health Authorities are not doing what they should do to stop or prevent this public health threat. People should only use personal, disposable or correctly autoclaved tools for these procedures. With 400 million people already infected with one of the hepatitis B,C,D,G etc. viruses and many ordinary diseases spreading fast, users of shared tools need efficient sanitary rules to prevent effectively these contaminations. Users need more protection! I am speaking about the millions who are being infected through contaminated cross shared piercing, tattooing (ink), manicure, pedicure, podiatry needles and instruments. Worldwide Health Authorities are not doing what they should do to stop or prevent this public health threat. People should only use personal, disposable or correctly autoclaved tools for these procedures. With 400 million people already infected with one of the hepatitis B,C,D,G etc. viruses and many ordinary diseases spreading fast, users of shared tools need efficient sanitary rules to prevent effectively these contaminations. Users need more protection!

]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/comment-page-1/#comment-33252 Skin Access » Hand / Foot Care Shaving » Pedicures can be Dangerous Mon, 10 Nov 2008 02:47:38 +0000 http://thebeautybrains.com/2007/04/11/avoid-pedicure-infections-with-3-simple-steps/#comment-33252 [...] Beauty Brains have provided some simple tips on how to protect your self during a [...] [...] Beauty Brains have provided some simple tips on how to protect your self during a [...]

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