Choosing the wrong polish shade isn\u2019t the only danger when visiting the salon for a manicure. Just like any salon you go into (waxing, hair or otherwise) you should always be on the lookout for cleanliness when it comes to your nails \u2013 potential for infection could await if the salon you go to doesn\u2019t properly take care of their equipment, and you. Below we talked to some experts in regards to certain scary truths that you need to know when getting a manicure, so now you can be safe\u00a0 and avoid potential dangers at the salon.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong>Say no to cutting cuticles.<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s actually illegal in some states \u2013 including New York (see nail licensing examination documentation\u00a0\u2013\u00a0 to cut cuticles; it\u2019s considered a surgical procedure. \u201cCuticles should be pushed back only \u2013 you can train your cuticles to stay back by pushing them with your finger out of the shower. Cuticles are necessary to protect your nails and keep them healthy,\u201d says celebrity manicurist Pattie Yankee.<\/p>\n <\/strong>Beware toxic chemicals.<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cToxic chemicals are used at nail salons. Several of them are volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which you can be easily inhaled because they evaporate quickly,\u201d says Dr. Luz Claudio,\u00a0 an environmental health scientist in preventive medicine.<\/p>\n The vapors can cause asthma, headaches and other problems. Most of the concern with these chemicals has been focused on people who work in nail salons, but customers do get some exposure from visiting the salons regularly.<\/p>\n Sterilization of tools.<\/strong><\/p>\n These days most nail salons are ripping open sterilization packages and taking out their implements (cuticle nipper, nail clipper and cuticle pusher). What most people don\u2019t know is that just because it is in a sterilization pouch, doesn\u2019t mean it was sterilized! \u201cThe sterilization pouches can easily be purchased from any supplier and tools can be sealed in them without having been sterilized. The way to know if your tools are sterilized is to check the pouch\u2019s indicator strip,\u201d says\u00a0 President and Founder of Bellacures, Samira Far. Using the same file on more than one person is like sharing a toothbrush \u2013 it needs to be disinfected in between each use or one file per client. If you see any disposable products that have nail polish, dents or staining, this means they were previously used.<\/p>\n \u201cIf you don\u2019t wash tools before they go into a disinfectant solution \u2013 excess skin and debris has to be scrubbed off,\u201d says Yankee. Yes, SKIN. If not, the whole liquid will be contaminated. Similarly, if it\u2019s not rinsed after taking out of the solution, it can an allergic reaction.<\/p>\n <\/strong>On foot tubs.<\/strong><\/p>\n Often, manicurists will spray a few sprays and wipe down a spa chair\u2019s foot tub in preparation for you. However, the real bacteria doesn\u2019t come from what\u2019s sitting on top of the bowl, it comes from what\u2019s stuck in the pipes and drains. \u201cParticles of skin, nail clippings, hair and other feet mildew gathers in the pipes of the jacuzzi spa chair and the water that is being pumped out is pumping out bacteria infested water. One tiny cut on your foot or recently shaved skin, can lead to an infection,\u201d says Far. Using removable and disposable plastic inserts is a great way to make sure the water is clean and bacteria-free!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Source: Magazine.foxnews.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Choosing the wrong polish shade isn\u2019t the only danger when visiting the salon for a manicure. Just like any salon you go into (waxing, hair or otherwise) you should always be on the lookout for cleanliness when it comes to your nails \u2013 potential for infection could await if the salon you go to doesn\u2019t […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":13875,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[],"tags":[36],"yoast_head":"\n