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DOWNLOADABLE GUIDETHE ULTIMATE GUIDE TOSPA SANITATIONBROUGHTTO YOU BYS A LO N & S PA D I S I N F E C TA N T S
the importance of DOWNLOADABLE GUIDESPA SANITATIONIt’s important for any business to maintain a cleanand healthy environment, but especially spas, as theyoffer services in which equipment and tools can easilytransmit bacteria and viruses to clients and employees.From viruses such as HIV, hepatitis B and C, herpes,and flu to fungi like athlete’s foot and nail fungus, andbacteria that can cause skin infections, there are somany reasons why sanitation at the spa is of the utmostimportance. Pathogens can spread through directperson-to-person contact, mucous membranes in theeyes and mouth, and breaks in the skin. What’s more,cross-contamination quickly spreads these germs toother items and surfaces at the spa. In addition to thenegative health consequences for clients and staff,spas risk health inspector fines, a loss of reputation andsocial media backlash (poor ratings), and even businessinterruption or closure. THE WORD “CLEAN” IS A BUZZWORDin the spa and beauty industry today,mostly because of the trend in productsthat are ethically sourced and madewithout any toxic ingredients. But theword has always been associated withspas and their overall environment andRejuvenate disinfectant products can helpkeep your spa clean and sanitized.REJUVENATE DOWNLOADABLE GUIDEcondition. A spa must not only lookclean and tidy but equipment, workspaces, and tools used in the spa shouldalso be properly disinfected every day.When it comes to the health and safetyof spa-goers, there’s no such thing ascutting corners on proper sanitation tosave time, money, or effort.Cleanliness is not only essentialto keeping clients and staff safe whileat the spa but it’s also important to thereputation of the business. The Ultimate Guide to Spa Sanitation presentedby Virox ProBeauty, creators of Rejuvenate Disinfectants, outlines whatneeds to be disinfected, how to do it,and provides tips to ensure spas offerthe cleanest and healthiest environmentfor their clients and staff—and passesany state inspections to continue to runa successful business. Virox ProBeautyis the creator of patented AcceleratedHydrogen Peroxide -based disinfectantcleaner products specifically designedfor the professional beauty market. Witha successful background and experience in the healthcare market, ViroxProBeauty now offers Rejuvenate Disinfectant Cleaner products formulatedspecifically for spa surfaces, foot baths,and tools. Rejuvenate disinfectants areEPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants, which are tough on germs butsafer for users and the planet. BROUGHT TO YOU BY
pass the test DOWNLOADABLE GUIDESanitation is not only important for the health of spa clients and employees, but it’s also important for the reputation of a spa’s business. Any indication of an unsanitary spa on social mediacan be extremely damaging to a business. That’s why health inspections are essential. Following these three tips, courtesy of Virox ProBeauty, will help spas to pass their health inspections:1SAFETYREGULATIONSTo ensure that spas and salons follow theproper sanitation practices, federal and stateagencies have implemented guidelines thatmonitor safety in the workplace. Accordingto the Milady Standard Textbook (CengageLearning, 2011), the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration (OSHA) was created aspart of the U.S. Department of Labor to regulate and enforce safety and health standardsto protect employees in the workplace. Fromthere, the Occupational Safety and HealthAct of 1970 was created to regulate employeeexposure to potentially toxic substances andeducate employees about the dangers of materials used in the workplace. This regulation ledto the creation of the Hazard CommunicationStandard (HCS), which requires that chemicalmanufacturers and importers reveal potentialhazards associated with their products. Andthe Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is a result of theHCS. Federal and state laws require thatmanufacturers supply an SDS for all productsthat includes the names of hazardous ingredients, safe handling and use procedures,precautions, and flammability warnings. Allof these regulations and laws are important tothe spa industry, because they address issuesrelating to the handling, mixing, storing, anddisposing of products as well as general safetyin the workplace.REJUVENATE DOWNLOADABLE GUIDEEvery U.S. state has its own regulations thatmust be followed to ensure that clients andstaff are safe and healthy inside the spa, andit is recommended that each spa research theexact regulations required by their state. ViroxProBeauty, creators of Rejuvenate Disinfectants, developed a simple checklist to help spasensure their facility is on top of sanitation regulations, and that the sanitation expectationsfrom clients and employees are met: Is the spa well-lit, clean, and organized? What cleaning and disinfectionprocedures must be followed within thestate that the business is operating in? Are tools being reprocessedproperly in-between clients, and arethey in good condition? Are handwashing signs visible forclients and team members? Are proper storage areasavailable to prevent contaminationof disinfected items? Are gloves worn when needed? Are clients aware of your disinfectantproducts and sanitation procedures? Do team members know theirresponsibilities in providing a safe andhealthy space for their clients? KEEP SURFACES CLEAN ANDIN GOOD CONDITIONA clean and well-kept spa environmentis not only inviting to clients but it alsomeets an inspector’s requirements. Makecertain all surfaces, including massage andfacial tables, manicure stations, warmingequipment, reception areas, countertops,and other surfaces are regularly cleanedand disinfected. Contaminated spa surfacescan transmit a number of germs betweenclients and workers, including bacteria thatmay cause skin infectionsand staph infections(Staphylococcus aureus).Also, be sure to regularlyreplace or repair furnitureif any damage is present, as it will impactthe ability to clean and disinfect properly.In addition, always clean linens and towels,and encourage clients and staff to washhands frequently and wear gloves whennecessary.2DISINFECT FOOT BATHSAND KEEP RECORDSand time of disinfection should be achieved(surface has to be wet for the contact time tokill fungi). Also, be sure to record when thecleaning and disinfection occurred and keepthe log up to date, so it can be shown to aninspector if requested.3PROPERLY REPROCESSYOUR TOOLSReusable tools, including tweezers,comedone extractors, nail clippers, cuticlepushers, and metal nail files must all becleaned, disinfected, or sterilized correctlyafter each use. When disinfecting tools,make sure there is enough disinfectantsolution in the container to allow for totalimmersion. Also, immediately dispose ofany single-use tools such as emery boards,pumice stones, and buffer blocks. Spa toolshave a higher risk of causing infection asthey may come into contact with non-intactskin. Contaminated spa toolscan even transmit seriousblood-borne infectionsincluding HIV and hepatitisB and hepatitis C virus.Pedicures are among the most popularspa services, but bacteria and fungi canquickly spread from client to client withoutproper sanitation. Unclean footbaths caneasily spread athlete’s foot and nail fungus(caused by the fungus Trichophytoninterdigitale) to clientsduring pedicures. To preventthe spread of germs, footbaths should be cleaned anddisinfected after every clientBROUGHT TO YOU BY
DOWNLOADABLE GUIDESAFETYwordsThe words cleaning, sanitizing,sterilizing, and disinfecting all have todo with maintaining a safe and healthyspace, but their actual meanings differa bit. Cleaning is the act of removingdirt and debris from a surface or itemand preparing it for disinfection.Sanitizing helps to reduce bacteria ona surface. Sterilization helps to destroyor eliminate all forms of microbiallife. If used properly and accordingto the label instructions, disinfectinghelps kill pathogens, such as bacteria,fungi, and viruses. There are threelevels of disinfectants: low-level,intermediate-level, and high-level.Low-level disinfectants do not killmycobacteria or bacterial spores butcan be used on hand contact surfacessuch as countertops, door knobs,light switches, chairs, and neck rests.Intermediate-level of disinfectantskill vegetative bacteria, most viruses,and can be used on instruments thattouch intact skin, and on surfacescontaminated with blood or bodilyfluids. High-level disinfection destroysvegetative bacteria, mycobacteria,fungi, and enveloped (lipid) andnon-enveloped (non-lipid) viruses,and reduces bacterial spores. Thislevel of disinfection should be usedon instruments that do not penetratethe skin, but can come in contact withnon-intact (open) skin or mucousmembranes, like nail clippers, cuticlepushers, and nail scissors.In addition to the various wordsfor disinfection, there are also severalforms of disinfectant products thatcan get the job done, including readyto-use wipes and concentrate liquid.Rejuvenate Ready to Use Wipes aresoaked in ready-to-use liquid to beused as a convenient way to prevent thespread of dirt and germs on surfaceslike manicure tables, stainless bowls,work tables and chairs, and noncirculating foot baths. These wipes areintended to be single-use and disposedof after each use. Concentrate liquid,like the Rejuvenate Concentrate, offersthe user the option to dilute at ratiosbased on what is needed. It’s ideal forcleaning and disinfecting spa surfacesand foot baths. A STRONGCASE FORCLEANLINESSSpas might have to deal with alot more than just complaintsand social media criticismwhen a client experiences anissue due to poor sanitation.The business might find itselfin a lawsuit, which could shutthe business down and drawnational attention. Therehave been many cases of poorsanitation in the past, but thereare a few that are among themost well-known. For example,in 2000, more than 100 clientsfrom a California salon developed prolonged boils on theirlower legs that left scars as aresult of mycobacteria in thespa’s whirlpool foot spas thatdeveloped because the staffdid not properly disinfect thefoot spas. In 1994, there wasan outbreak of Legionnaires’disease due to an unsanitarywhirlpool spa bath on a cruiseship that sickened 50 passengers. Another case involvedfamily members of a paraplegicwoman in Texas who sued asalon, because they chargedthat the woman died of animproperly disinfected implement that caused an infection on her foot that spreadthroughout her body, ultimately resulting in a fatal heartattack. While it seems that nailservices are the most commonculprit of health issues, propersanitation is important in allareas of a spa. tools of the tradeSpas and salons utilize many different tools on aregular basis, and the type of sanitation treatmentdepends on the type of tool used and its materials.For example, there are single-use tools, which areusually made from porous materials like foam,paper, and wood, so they cannot be properlycleaned and disinfected. On the other hand, multiuse tools are made from non-porous materials likeglass, stainless steel, and hard plastic, which allowthem to be cleaned frequently and disinfected inbetween uses. Most nail tools like nail clippers,cuticle pushers, foot files, nail files, and drill bits are considered semi-critical tools, whichrequire high-level disinfection because they may come in contact with non-intact skin,thus increasing infection risk. While intermediate-level surface disinfectant products aresufficient for foot baths and counters, many multiuse tools and surfaces require the use ofa high-level disinfectant like Prevention HLD8 to ensure complete client safety. PreventionHLD8 from the Rejuvenate family of products is an FDA-registered high-level disinfectantthat is perfect for use with reusable esthetic tools and implements. It disinfects in only eightminutes without harsh chemicals and is reusable for up to 21 days in a soaking tray. BROUGHT TO YOU BY
put sanitation FRONT AND CENTER DOWNLOADABLE GUIDEsafety proceduresSURFACE DISINFECTION1. Remove any dirt and debrisfrom the surface.2. Apply Rejuvenate Readyto Use Wipes or dilutedConcentrate solution.3. Allow the surface toremain wet for the requiredcontact time.4. Wipe surfaces dry or allowto air dry.2. Rinse tools with cleanwater and dry.3. Fully immerse tools ina high-level disinfectant,like Prevention HLD8, for8 minutes.4. Rinse tools with waterand dry manually usingclean cloth.5. Store in a clean,closed container toprevent contamination.Surface Checklist:Work StationsTreatment AreasCountertopsMassage and Facial TablesChairsWarming EquipmentMagnifying LensesReception andCommon AreasStoolsTrolleysSkincare EquipmentBody Slimming MachinesFacial SteamersTOOL DISINFECTION1. Clean tools usingwater and detergent.Tools and ImplementsChecklist:TweezersComedone ExtractorsNail ClippersCuticle PushersMetal Nail FilesMicroblading HandlesReusable Razor HandlesDrill Bits (excluding carbide)NON-CIRCULATING FOOTBATH (After Each Client)1. Drain water from basin, andremove any visible debris.2. Clean the basin with aclean brush and detergent orRejuvenate. Rinse and drain.3. Disinfect basin withRejuvenate Wipes or dilutedConcentrate solution,ensuring surface remainswet with disinfectant forthe required contact time.4. Drain and rinse withclean water.REJUVENATE DOWNLOADABLE GUIDE“You have manyresponsibilitiesas a salonprofessional,but none ismore importantthan protectingyour clients’health and safety.”CIRCULATING FOOT BATH1. Drain water from basin, andremove visible debris.2. Remove filter screens, jets,and all other removable partsfrom the basin. Use a brush toclean any trapped debris withdetergent. Rinse the parts withclean water, and place backinto the basin for disinfection.3. Fill the basin with cool waterto above jet line. Measure thevolume of required RejuvenateConcentrate to make a 1:16dilution and add to basin.1 ½ ounces of silicone-basedantifoam may be added toprevent excessive foaming.4. Allow the foot bath tocirculate with the disinfectantfor 30 seconds. Turn offjets, and let the solution sitfor 5 minutes.5. Drain the foot bath,and refill with clean water.Circulate and rinse for30 seconds. Turn off thejets and drain.It’s important that clients not only see that a spa is clean from their perspectivebut it’s also crucial to show them and educate them on the many ways the spa takessanitation seriously. Here are some tips for getting clients to notice a spa’s efforts tocreate the healthiest and safest environment for its customers and staff.1. Be proud to clean and disinfect infront of clients between services.2. Use tent cards to show areas that havebeen recently cleaned and disinfectedensuring customer satisfaction.3. Store tools properly in labeledcontainers (disinfected) to preventcontamination.4. Ensure team members practicegood hand hygiene (washing handswith soap and water or hand sanitizer)in front of clients.5. Keep the space clean andwell-organized (even bathroomsand common areas are cleaned anddisinfected regularly).6. Ensure the team wears theappropriate personal protectiveequipment when necessary with clients,such as face masks and gloves. A sanitary spa environment is the only option in today’sspa-savvy, health-conscious society. Clients expect a spabusiness to follow the state and federal regulations and sanitation guidelines, and ifthey encounter something unsanitary at the spa, it’s likely they will not only complainto the spa owner or manager but also report the experience on social media and otheroutlets. Sanitation is of the utmost importance when running a spa business. As itstates in Milady’s Standard Nail Technology Sixth Edition (Milady, 2011), “You havemany responsibilities as a salon professional, but none is more important thanprotecting your clients’ health and safety. Never take shortcuts for cleaning anddisinfecting. You cannot afford to skip steps or save money when it comes to safety.”CONCLUSIONFor more information on Rejuvenate products, visit RejuvenateDisinfectants.comor email info@virox.com.
of spa-goers, there's no such thing as cutting corners on proper sanitation to save time, money, or effort. Cleanliness is not only essential to keeping clients and staff safe while at the spa but it's also important to the reputation of the business. The Ulti-mate Guide to Spa Sanitation presented by Virox ProBeauty, creators of Reju-
