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13 Things Your Nail Salon Doesn't Want You to KnowThese secrets about your manicure and pedicure might make you second guess your next nail salon visit |
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As you can imagine, the money you spend on these little luxuries is very important to the salon industry, meaning they will do whatever it takes to keep you coming back for more. While sometimes "whatever it takes" is going above and beyond excellent service, cleanliness and technique, it can also mean cutting corners and deceiving the salon layman in order to keep costs down and business booming.
And not to totally scare you, but what's supposed to be a luxurious treat can sometimes turn into your worst nightmare — think skin-eating diseases and infections. While yes, millions of women get manicures each year and don't experience any serious or life-threatening side effects, you'd be naive to believe that it could never happen to you. Nail salons that have been insufficiently cleaned or performed bad sanitization practices, as well as ones with inadequately trained nail technicians, could be a breeding ground for bacteria and a dangerous place for you to "unwind."
Which is why we went straight to the pros who know — nail technicians and a podiatrist in order to uncover the secrets nail salons don't want you to know. Read on to learn how to save money at the salon, your nails and possibly your life.
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This is why I no longer go to a nail salon.
by cyndi_albritton_hall Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 08:02PM Report as inappropriate
This is why I do my nails and spas myself! :)
by BlondeCupcake Friday, March 29, 2013 at 11:21AM Report as inappropriate
So scary what can happen when you think you're relaxing and enjoying a pampering treat! I love my pedicures, but maybe it's time to reconsider!
by PrincessKim81 Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 08:51AM Report as inappropriate
After reading this, I no longer feel bad that I can't afford salon mani-pedis and have been learning to do my own at home!
by purple9a Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 10:59AM Report as inappropriate
interesting
by luxe Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 09:44AM Report as inappropriate
Think I will stick to home treating.
by Candice11 Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 12:56AM Report as inappropriate
Okay, i am a licensed nail tech, and some of this is paranoia talk. Tho, it does have some truth behind it, some of these cases are very rare. We DO know the difference between disinfecting and sterilizing, dont insult out intelligence. We have to go through extensive schooling on disease control. In Texas it is the law to use an autoclave. Most nail techs dont use polish remover to dilute the polish. There are special products out there that are made for thinning the polish after it has been overexposed to the air, this doesnt affect the quality. But i wouldnt put it past some people to just throw some remover in there. Dont just. Go to any salon, you never know if they are following protocol, like this article states. I would suggest going to a high end spa, you will be paying more, but you will be paying for quality and better service. I know the one i Work at has extensive cleaning protocol. We dont care if your legs are hairy =) If your are going to a reputable spa, we dont just refill our product bottle, though, i do know some salons that do this.
by sara_christine_killough Monday, February 11, 2013 at 04:55AM Report as inappropriate
of course they are talking about you.... and saying things like " i hope this one tips better than my last client."
by smallio13 Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 12:54PM Report as inappropriate
That was pretty nasty to read!!! This is good information and this makes me weary of going to a salon to get my summer pedicure. Might as well do it myself.
by darkangel81 Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 08:05AM Report as inappropriate
Gross you guys!
by LittleBunny Monday, February 4, 2013 at 09:29AM Report as inappropriate