01 Apr Pedicure Safety: Is Your Nail Salon Safe?
With spring right around the corner, people will begin trading in their winter boots for open-toed sandals and flip flops. To get ready for the warm weather, you may feel encouraged to head to the nearest nail salon for a pedicure. While you may be ready to treat yourself, you should always be aware of the signs that point to an unsanitary nail salon. To help protect your feet against the dangers of a dirty salon, our team at Cherrywood Foot Care would like to share the red flags that you should look for to be prepared for your next nail appointment.
Dangers Of An Unsanitary Nail Salon
Those who think there is no problem with going to an unsanitary nail salon are mistaken. When the proper sanitary procedures are not in place, manicurists will put you at risk for various health conditions. Among the most common conditions you may be exposed to include:
- Toenail fungus.
- Athlete’s foot
- Hepatitis C.
- Warts.
- MRSA.
Red Flags To Watch For
To help avoid the exposure to the previously listed conditions, watching for the signs that point to a dirty salon is of utmost importance. If you notice any of the below in your salon, it’s time to start searching for a new one:
- There are no licenses on display.
- The salon is reusing implements without allowing it to soak in a disinfecting solution.
- Salon workers do not thoroughly clean up after previous customers.
- Nail files are being reused on each customer.
- Nauseating chemical smells are present.
Treating Foot Conditions
Even if your nail salon shows no signs of being continuously unsanitary, even a single off-day can put your feet at risk for harmful conditions. If this happens to you, our podiatrists at Cherrywood Foot Care will be able to offer treatment to stop harmful symptoms in their tracks. If toenail fungus has begun to present itself, our team can administer laser treatment to irradicate the issue. For conditions such as warts or athletes foot, we’ll prescribe oral medication or topical cream to ensure they are removed from your feet swiftly.
Cherrywood Foot Care
Our staff does not want to discourage anyone from going to the salon for a manicure or pedicure. When done properly, these two services can be stress-relieving and produce aesthetically pleasing results. However, you should always do your due diligence when choosing a trustworthy salon. Even salons that have been sanitary for years can begin to slack on their cleaning responsibilities, opening you up to pesky and potentially dangerous conditions. To learn more about the warning signs of an unsafe salon, or to receive treatment for a foot condition, be sure to contact us today!