I get a pedicure once a month but I always notice how they don't clean the equipment thoroughly between each client. I'm always afraid of getting fungus on my toes. Do you think it would be weird if I brought my own tools for them to use? They use the razor thing for the bottoms of my feet but I don't like the idea of them using theirs. This past time they took it straight from the autoclave but I know other times they haven't...
2007-08-12 13:57:10 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Other - Beauty & Style
I strongly urge you to find another nail salon. Even if you bring your own tools, you are still relying on the salon to provide a clean tub, clean towels, etc. Bacteria can still grow in the water bath/tub if it isn't properly disinfected between customers. If the salon uses a fixed tub - it may drain the water between clients but not necessarily clean the trap where fungus & bacteria can thrive.
If your current salon isn't being diligent about keep their tools clean, then other things are probably not being done correctly. Your health is too important to take such a risk.
Finally, never - ever - let some one use a blade type of tool - this is an invasive procudure & can cut into live tissue. It's dangerous. Only licensed medical professionals are allowed to do procedures that might affect living tissue.
Please find yourself a better, more sanitary salon.
Related articles: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/166042/the_dangers_of_salon_pedicures.html
http://www.ebeautydaily.com/pedicure-dangers/
http://www.precisionnails.com/nail_basics.htm
2007-08-12 14:05:39 · answer #1 · answered by Treadstone 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By all means, PLEASE take your own tools to the nail salon!
I got an icky toe fungus last year at a salon and my poor nail is still trying to grow out of it!
Make sure to take some tea tree oil for them to place around your toes after they finish your pedicure as well. The oil is a natural disinfectant that will keep fungus at bay too.
2007-08-12 14:30:20 · answer #2 · answered by Betty Bookworm 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Mom does that all the time ever since she saw a story about all these women going to the same salon and getting the same disgusting foot infection. Many people bring their own tools, so it should be okay. It would be good to ask first though...if they don't agree, find another salon.
2007-08-12 14:04:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
gosh... i've also thought about bringing my own tools after i noticed a client's foot callus shavings flying all over the place and noticed they just semi-wiped it with a DRY cloth and used it on the next person. Who knows? You could try maybe you'll get a discount hehe.
2007-08-12 14:02:44 · answer #4 · answered by Registered Sex Offender ® 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it wouldnt be weird if u bring ur on tools. there is a place where u could put ur tools too. dont think it looks weird. i think that would be even better to bring ur on tool. so u wont get germs from others.
hope i helped u. =]
good luck
2007-08-12 14:06:38 · answer #5 · answered by rabi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's a great idea to bring your own tools! very smart idea, this way you know the tools they're using is clean and safe.
2007-08-12 14:02:26 · answer #6 · answered by vee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope not at all, and some places allow you to keep the tools there for when you come back.
2007-08-12 14:00:59 · answer #7 · answered by damngirlllllll 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure there are lots of people that bring their own these
days. Just tell them you got an infection one time somewhere
else and now you want to bring yours.
2007-08-12 14:01:56 · answer #8 · answered by doodlebug 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
omg that is so funny. i admire you....lol
i think thats perfectly fine. also tell them that u've noticed that they dont clean their equipment all the time and that they might lose u as a customer
2007-08-12 14:01:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats soooo smart!!! I mite do that to now that u mention it!!! great idea!
2007-08-12 14:03:54 · answer #10 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋