<p><strong>Gelousy&rsquo;s</strong> Viraguard is an EPA-registered disinfectant that can be sprayed directly onto hard surfaces or used to soak implements. It is a hospital-grade disinfectant that does not rust tools or require the use of gloves. It also has an ingredient that prevents the product from evaporating for 10 minutes to ensure sufficient contact time to thoroughly disinfect the surface.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22502</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22502">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22502</a></p>

Gelousy’s Viraguard is an EPA-registered disinfectant that can be sprayed directly onto hard surfaces or used to soak implements. It is a hospital-grade disinfectant that does not rust tools or require the use of gloves. It also has an ingredient that prevents the product from evaporating for 10 minutes to ensure sufficient contact time to thoroughly disinfect the surface.

(800) 831-9309 x22502

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22502

<p><strong>Backscratchers</strong>&rsquo; Cavacide&nbsp; is a disinfectant/decontaminant cleaner that cleans and disinfects implements as well as surfaces throughout the salon with no measuring, protective handling, or hazardous disposal required. Cavacide is non-toxic, tuberculocidal, fungicidal, and virucidal, and it&rsquo;s effective against H1N1 virus, herpes simplex 1 and 2, hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22503</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22503">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22503</a></p>

Backscratchers’ Cavacide  is a disinfectant/decontaminant cleaner that cleans and disinfects implements as well as surfaces throughout the salon with no measuring, protective handling, or hazardous disposal required. Cavacide is non-toxic, tuberculocidal, fungicidal, and virucidal, and it’s effective against H1N1 virus, herpes simplex 1 and 2, hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1.

(800) 831-9309 x22503

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22503

<p><strong>Soft Touch&rsquo;s</strong> Counter Attack is an EPA-registered formula that is effective against hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1. Counter Attack can be used on surfaces, including implements, and will not rust metal tools.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22504</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22504">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22504</a></p>

Soft Touch’s Counter Attack is an EPA-registered formula that is effective against hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1. Counter Attack can be used on surfaces, including implements, and will not rust metal tools.

(800) 831-9309 x22504

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22504

<p><strong>OPI&rsquo;s </strong>Spa Complete cleans and disinfects hard surfaces, non-porous implements, and pedicure spas and tubs in one step (no pre-cleaning needed). Spa Complete is EPA-registered and effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses, fungus, mold, mildew, and odors. It works great for pedicure tub disinfection because it delivers acid-free, pipe-safe cleaning and disinfecting while also dissolving hard water residue.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22505</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22505">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22505</a></p>

OPI’s Spa Complete cleans and disinfects hard surfaces, non-porous implements, and pedicure spas and tubs in one step (no pre-cleaning needed). Spa Complete is EPA-registered and effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses, fungus, mold, mildew, and odors. It works great for pedicure tub disinfection because it delivers acid-free, pipe-safe cleaning and disinfecting while also dissolving hard water residue.

(800) 831-9309 x22505

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22505

<p><strong>Barbicide</strong> Disinfecting Wipes have the same germ-fighting <br />power as Barbicide liquid, but come in convenient, single-use towelettes. Perfect for use on acrylic tanning beds, stainless steel, plastics, shears, and more.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22506</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22506">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22506</a></p>

Barbicide Disinfecting Wipes have the same germ-fighting
power as Barbicide liquid, but come in convenient, single-use towelettes. Perfect for use on acrylic tanning beds, stainless steel, plastics, shears, and more.

(800) 831-9309 x22506

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22506

<p><strong>Mar-V-Cide</strong> Disinfectant is germicidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. Available in 16-oz., 54-oz., and 128-oz. containers, Mar-V-Cide is EPA-registered and approved for sale in all 50 states as a hospital-grade disinfectant.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22507</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22507">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22507</a></p>

Mar-V-Cide Disinfectant is germicidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. Available in 16-oz., 54-oz., and 128-oz. containers, Mar-V-Cide is EPA-registered and approved for sale in all 50 states as a hospital-grade disinfectant.

(800) 831-9309 x22507

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22507

<p><strong>Barbicide</strong> is a hospital-grade, broad-spectrum disinfectant that is EPA-<br />registered. It is proven to be effective against HIV-1, hepatitis B and C, and fungus including athlete&rsquo;s foot. Barbicide contains an anti-rust formula and will not stain skin or surfaces. Barbacide is also available in a convenient spray bottle for easy application.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22508</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22508">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22508</a></p>

Barbicide is a hospital-grade, broad-spectrum disinfectant that is EPA-
registered. It is proven to be effective against HIV-1, hepatitis B and C, and fungus including athlete’s foot. Barbicide contains an anti-rust formula and will not stain skin or surfaces. Barbacide is also available in a convenient spray bottle for easy application.

(800) 831-9309 x22508

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22508

<p><strong>Sani-Tablet</strong> is the only EPA-registered sanitizing tablet that disinfects foot spa water and is safe for soaking feet. Its patented formula is effective against 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and athlete&rsquo;s foot fungus, and eliminates cross contamination by sanitizing the pedicure water while your client is soaking in it. Sani-Tablet also cleans the screens, PVC pipes, micro jets, and filtering systems as the foot spa drains to help extend the life of pedicure equipment.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22509</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22509">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22509</a></p>

Sani-Tablet is the only EPA-registered sanitizing tablet that disinfects foot spa water and is safe for soaking feet. Its patented formula is effective against 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and athlete’s foot fungus, and eliminates cross contamination by sanitizing the pedicure water while your client is soaking in it. Sani-Tablet also cleans the screens, PVC pipes, micro jets, and filtering systems as the foot spa drains to help extend the life of pedicure equipment.

(800) 831-9309 x22509

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22509

<p><strong>CND&rsquo;s</strong> Cool Blue Hand Sanitizer is a refreshing, water-free sanitizer that leaves skin soft and smooth, and not sticky. Cool Blue Sanitizes skin and helps prevent transmission of germs, and dries quickly for easy application.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22510</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22510">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22510</a></p>

CND’s Cool Blue Hand Sanitizer is a refreshing, water-free sanitizer that leaves skin soft and smooth, and not sticky. Cool Blue Sanitizes skin and helps prevent transmission of germs, and dries quickly for easy application.

(800) 831-9309 x22510

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22510

<p><strong>Barbicide&rsquo;s</strong> Hand Sanitizer is a unique, alcohol-free formula that leaves hands feeling satiny soft while sanitizing and cleansing. The formula is fragrance- and residue-free, and will not dry or irritate skin. It effectively kills 99.99% of germs that cause disease, says the company.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22511</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22511">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22511</a></p>

Barbicide’s Hand Sanitizer is a unique, alcohol-free formula that leaves hands feeling satiny soft while sanitizing and cleansing. The formula is fragrance- and residue-free, and will not dry or irritate skin. It effectively kills 99.99% of germs that cause disease, says the company.

(800) 831-9309 x22511

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22511

<p><strong>Orly</strong><strong>&rsquo;s</strong> Clean Prep is a sanitizer and deodorizer that quickly prepares nails, hands, and feet for hygienic services. It contains a special non-aerosol formula that removes oil residue to ensure proper lacquer adhesion, while wheat proteins provide conditioning moisture to skin and nails.&nbsp;</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22512</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22512">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22512</a></p>

Orly’s Clean Prep is a sanitizer and deodorizer that quickly prepares nails, hands, and feet for hygienic services. It contains a special non-aerosol formula that removes oil residue to ensure proper lacquer adhesion, while wheat proteins provide conditioning moisture to skin and nails. 

(800) 831-9309 x22512

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22512

<p><strong>Star Nail&rsquo;s</strong> Sani-Spray Nail Antiseptic contains chlorothymol to help prevent cross contamination, and works great for dehydrating and prepping nails for better polish adhesion.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22513</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22513">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22513</a></p>

Star Nail’s Sani-Spray Nail Antiseptic contains chlorothymol to help prevent cross contamination, and works great for dehydrating and prepping nails for better polish adhesion.    

(800) 831-9309 x22513

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22513

<p><strong>Hand and Foot Sanitizers</strong></p>
<p><strong>Blaine</strong><strong> Labs&rsquo;</strong> RevitaDerm Antimicrobial Hand Cleanser kills bacteria that are common in nail salons and has moisturizing properties as well to leave skin soft and smooth.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22514</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22514">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22514</a></p>

Hand and Foot Sanitizers

Blaine Labs’ RevitaDerm Antimicrobial Hand Cleanser kills bacteria that are common in nail salons and has moisturizing properties as well to leave skin soft and smooth.

(800) 831-9309 x22514

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22514

<p><strong>Dr. G&rsquo;s</strong> Hand Sanitizer is the only scientifically published alcohol-free product that kills 99.99% of disease-causing germs, including: H1N1 influenza A virus, MRSA &ndash; staph, E. Coli, and hepatitis, according to the company. Dr. G also has an antimicrobial lotion, callus and cuticle remover, and spa soak.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22515</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22515">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22515</a></p>

Dr. G’s Hand Sanitizer is the only scientifically published alcohol-free product that kills 99.99% of disease-causing germs, including: H1N1 influenza A virus, MRSA – staph, E. Coli, and hepatitis, according to the company. Dr. G also has an antimicrobial lotion, callus and cuticle remover, and spa soak.

(800) 831-9309 x22515

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22515

<p><strong>GiGi&rsquo;s</strong> Hand Sanitizer destroys common salon germs, leaving hands clean and refreshed but not overly perfumed or dehydrated. It comes in a convenient 8-oz. container with a hygienic pump bottle.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22516</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22516">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22516</a></p>

GiGi’s Hand Sanitizer destroys common salon germs, leaving hands clean and refreshed but not overly perfumed or dehydrated. It comes in a convenient 8-oz. container with a hygienic pump bottle.

(800) 831-9309 x22516

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22516

<p><strong>Essie&rsquo;s </strong>Naturally Clean Purifying Hand Wash with Nourishing Botanicals works great in the salon or at home. The mild, nourishing cleanser is formulated to safely cleanse hands and nails, rinsing away dirt and bacteria, and has coconut oil and aloe vera to moisturize, with vitamins A and E for antioxidant protection.&nbsp;</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22517</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22517">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22517</a></p>

Essie’s Naturally Clean Purifying Hand Wash with Nourishing Botanicals works great in the salon or at home. The mild, nourishing cleanser is formulated to safely cleanse hands and nails, rinsing away dirt and bacteria, and has coconut oil and aloe vera to moisturize, with vitamins A and E for antioxidant protection. 

(800) 831-9309 x22517

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22517

<p><strong>SpaRitual&rsquo;s </strong>Visionary Cleanser spray sanitizes manicures and pedicures by helping kill bacteria, and removes oils and residue to ensure proper nail lacquer adhesion. It can also be used to sanitize spa equipment and yoga mats.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22518</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22518">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22518</a></p>

SpaRitual’s Visionary Cleanser spray sanitizes manicures and pedicures by helping kill bacteria, and removes oils and residue to ensure proper nail lacquer adhesion. It can also be used to sanitize spa equipment and yoga mats.

(800) 831-9309 x22518

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22518

<p><strong>NSI&rsquo;s Sanitize</strong> is a fast-acting antiseptic spray for hands, work areas, and files. It comes in a clean-smelling citrus scent, and is portable enough to store in the home, car, or cosmetic case.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22519</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22519">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22519</a></p>

NSI’s Sanitize is a fast-acting antiseptic spray for hands, work areas, and files. It comes in a clean-smelling citrus scent, and is portable enough to store in the home, car, or cosmetic case.  

(800) 831-9309 x22519

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22519

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<p><strong>Gelousy&rsquo;s</strong> Viraguard is an EPA-registered disinfectant that can be sprayed directly onto hard surfaces or used to soak implements. It is a hospital-grade disinfectant that does not rust tools or require the use of gloves. It also has an ingredient that prevents the product from evaporating for 10 minutes to ensure sufficient contact time to thoroughly disinfect the surface.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22502</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22502">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22502</a></p>
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Gelousy’s Viraguard is an EPA-registered disinfectant that can be sprayed directly onto hard surfaces or used to soak implements. It is a hospital-grade disinfectant that does not rust tools or require the use of gloves. It also has an ingredient that prevents the product from evaporating for 10 minutes to ensure sufficient contact time to thoroughly disinfect the surface.

(800) 831-9309 x22502

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22502

<p><strong>Backscratchers</strong>&rsquo; Cavacide&nbsp; is a disinfectant/decontaminant cleaner that cleans and disinfects implements as well as surfaces throughout the salon with no measuring, protective handling, or hazardous disposal required. Cavacide is non-toxic, tuberculocidal, fungicidal, and virucidal, and it&rsquo;s effective against H1N1 virus, herpes simplex 1 and 2, hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22503</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22503">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22503</a></p>
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Backscratchers’ Cavacide  is a disinfectant/decontaminant cleaner that cleans and disinfects implements as well as surfaces throughout the salon with no measuring, protective handling, or hazardous disposal required. Cavacide is non-toxic, tuberculocidal, fungicidal, and virucidal, and it’s effective against H1N1 virus, herpes simplex 1 and 2, hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1.

(800) 831-9309 x22503

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22503

<p><strong>Soft Touch&rsquo;s</strong> Counter Attack is an EPA-registered formula that is effective against hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1. Counter Attack can be used on surfaces, including implements, and will not rust metal tools.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22504</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22504">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22504</a></p>
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Soft Touch’s Counter Attack is an EPA-registered formula that is effective against hepatitis B and C, and HIV-1. Counter Attack can be used on surfaces, including implements, and will not rust metal tools.

(800) 831-9309 x22504

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22504

<p><strong>OPI&rsquo;s </strong>Spa Complete cleans and disinfects hard surfaces, non-porous implements, and pedicure spas and tubs in one step (no pre-cleaning needed). Spa Complete is EPA-registered and effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses, fungus, mold, mildew, and odors. It works great for pedicure tub disinfection because it delivers acid-free, pipe-safe cleaning and disinfecting while also dissolving hard water residue.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22505</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22505">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22505</a></p>
4/18
 
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OPI’s Spa Complete cleans and disinfects hard surfaces, non-porous implements, and pedicure spas and tubs in one step (no pre-cleaning needed). Spa Complete is EPA-registered and effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses, fungus, mold, mildew, and odors. It works great for pedicure tub disinfection because it delivers acid-free, pipe-safe cleaning and disinfecting while also dissolving hard water residue.

(800) 831-9309 x22505

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22505

<p><strong>Barbicide</strong> Disinfecting Wipes have the same germ-fighting <br />power as Barbicide liquid, but come in convenient, single-use towelettes. Perfect for use on acrylic tanning beds, stainless steel, plastics, shears, and more.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22506</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22506">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22506</a></p>
5/18
 
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Barbicide Disinfecting Wipes have the same germ-fighting
power as Barbicide liquid, but come in convenient, single-use towelettes. Perfect for use on acrylic tanning beds, stainless steel, plastics, shears, and more.

(800) 831-9309 x22506

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22506

<p><strong>Mar-V-Cide</strong> Disinfectant is germicidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. Available in 16-oz., 54-oz., and 128-oz. containers, Mar-V-Cide is EPA-registered and approved for sale in all 50 states as a hospital-grade disinfectant.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22507</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22507">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22507</a></p>
6/18
 
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Mar-V-Cide Disinfectant is germicidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. Available in 16-oz., 54-oz., and 128-oz. containers, Mar-V-Cide is EPA-registered and approved for sale in all 50 states as a hospital-grade disinfectant.

(800) 831-9309 x22507

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22507

<p><strong>Barbicide</strong> is a hospital-grade, broad-spectrum disinfectant that is EPA-<br />registered. It is proven to be effective against HIV-1, hepatitis B and C, and fungus including athlete&rsquo;s foot. Barbicide contains an anti-rust formula and will not stain skin or surfaces. Barbacide is also available in a convenient spray bottle for easy application.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22508</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22508">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22508</a></p>
7/18
 
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Barbicide is a hospital-grade, broad-spectrum disinfectant that is EPA-
registered. It is proven to be effective against HIV-1, hepatitis B and C, and fungus including athlete’s foot. Barbicide contains an anti-rust formula and will not stain skin or surfaces. Barbacide is also available in a convenient spray bottle for easy application.

(800) 831-9309 x22508

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22508

<p><strong>Sani-Tablet</strong> is the only EPA-registered sanitizing tablet that disinfects foot spa water and is safe for soaking feet. Its patented formula is effective against 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and athlete&rsquo;s foot fungus, and eliminates cross contamination by sanitizing the pedicure water while your client is soaking in it. Sani-Tablet also cleans the screens, PVC pipes, micro jets, and filtering systems as the foot spa drains to help extend the life of pedicure equipment.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22509</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22509">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22509</a></p>
8/18
 
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Sani-Tablet is the only EPA-registered sanitizing tablet that disinfects foot spa water and is safe for soaking feet. Its patented formula is effective against 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and athlete’s foot fungus, and eliminates cross contamination by sanitizing the pedicure water while your client is soaking in it. Sani-Tablet also cleans the screens, PVC pipes, micro jets, and filtering systems as the foot spa drains to help extend the life of pedicure equipment.

(800) 831-9309 x22509

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22509

<p><strong>CND&rsquo;s</strong> Cool Blue Hand Sanitizer is a refreshing, water-free sanitizer that leaves skin soft and smooth, and not sticky. Cool Blue Sanitizes skin and helps prevent transmission of germs, and dries quickly for easy application.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22510</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22510">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22510</a></p>
9/18
 
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CND’s Cool Blue Hand Sanitizer is a refreshing, water-free sanitizer that leaves skin soft and smooth, and not sticky. Cool Blue Sanitizes skin and helps prevent transmission of germs, and dries quickly for easy application.

(800) 831-9309 x22510

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22510

<p><strong>Barbicide&rsquo;s</strong> Hand Sanitizer is a unique, alcohol-free formula that leaves hands feeling satiny soft while sanitizing and cleansing. The formula is fragrance- and residue-free, and will not dry or irritate skin. It effectively kills 99.99% of germs that cause disease, says the company.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22511</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22511">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22511</a></p>
10/18
 
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Barbicide’s Hand Sanitizer is a unique, alcohol-free formula that leaves hands feeling satiny soft while sanitizing and cleansing. The formula is fragrance- and residue-free, and will not dry or irritate skin. It effectively kills 99.99% of germs that cause disease, says the company.

(800) 831-9309 x22511

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22511

<p><strong>Orly</strong><strong>&rsquo;s</strong> Clean Prep is a sanitizer and deodorizer that quickly prepares nails, hands, and feet for hygienic services. It contains a special non-aerosol formula that removes oil residue to ensure proper lacquer adhesion, while wheat proteins provide conditioning moisture to skin and nails.&nbsp;</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22512</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22512">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22512</a></p>
11/18
 
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Orly’s Clean Prep is a sanitizer and deodorizer that quickly prepares nails, hands, and feet for hygienic services. It contains a special non-aerosol formula that removes oil residue to ensure proper lacquer adhesion, while wheat proteins provide conditioning moisture to skin and nails. 

(800) 831-9309 x22512

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22512

<p><strong>Star Nail&rsquo;s</strong> Sani-Spray Nail Antiseptic contains chlorothymol to help prevent cross contamination, and works great for dehydrating and prepping nails for better polish adhesion.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22513</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22513">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22513</a></p>
12/18
 
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Star Nail’s Sani-Spray Nail Antiseptic contains chlorothymol to help prevent cross contamination, and works great for dehydrating and prepping nails for better polish adhesion.    

(800) 831-9309 x22513

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22513

<p><strong>Hand and Foot Sanitizers</strong></p>
<p><strong>Blaine</strong><strong> Labs&rsquo;</strong> RevitaDerm Antimicrobial Hand Cleanser kills bacteria that are common in nail salons and has moisturizing properties as well to leave skin soft and smooth.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22514</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22514">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22514</a></p>
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Hand and Foot Sanitizers

Blaine Labs’ RevitaDerm Antimicrobial Hand Cleanser kills bacteria that are common in nail salons and has moisturizing properties as well to leave skin soft and smooth.

(800) 831-9309 x22514

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22514

<p><strong>Dr. G&rsquo;s</strong> Hand Sanitizer is the only scientifically published alcohol-free product that kills 99.99% of disease-causing germs, including: H1N1 influenza A virus, MRSA &ndash; staph, E. Coli, and hepatitis, according to the company. Dr. G also has an antimicrobial lotion, callus and cuticle remover, and spa soak.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22515</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22515">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22515</a></p>
14/18
 
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Dr. G’s Hand Sanitizer is the only scientifically published alcohol-free product that kills 99.99% of disease-causing germs, including: H1N1 influenza A virus, MRSA – staph, E. Coli, and hepatitis, according to the company. Dr. G also has an antimicrobial lotion, callus and cuticle remover, and spa soak.

(800) 831-9309 x22515

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22515

<p><strong>GiGi&rsquo;s</strong> Hand Sanitizer destroys common salon germs, leaving hands clean and refreshed but not overly perfumed or dehydrated. It comes in a convenient 8-oz. container with a hygienic pump bottle.</p>
<p>(800) 831-9309 x22516</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22516">www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22516</a></p>
15/18
 
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GiGi’s Hand Sanitizer destroys common salon germs, leaving hands clean and refreshed but not overly perfumed or dehydrated. It comes in a convenient 8-oz. container with a hygienic pump bottle.

(800) 831-9309 x22516

www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22516

<p><strong>Essie&rsquo;s </strong>Naturally Clean Purifying Hand Wash with Nourishing Botanicals works great in the salon or at home. The mild, nourishing cleanser is formulated to safely cleanse hands and nails, rinsing away dirt and bacteria, and has coconut oil and aloe vera to moisturize, with vitamins A and E for antioxidant protection.&nbsp;</p>
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Essie’s Naturally Clean Purifying Hand Wash with Nourishing Botanicals works great in the salon or at home. The mild, nourishing cleanser is formulated to safely cleanse hands and nails, rinsing away dirt and bacteria, and has coconut oil and aloe vera to moisturize, with vitamins A and E for antioxidant protection. 

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<p><strong>SpaRitual&rsquo;s </strong>Visionary Cleanser spray sanitizes manicures and pedicures by helping kill bacteria, and removes oils and residue to ensure proper nail lacquer adhesion. It can also be used to sanitize spa equipment and yoga mats.</p>
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SpaRitual’s Visionary Cleanser spray sanitizes manicures and pedicures by helping kill bacteria, and removes oils and residue to ensure proper nail lacquer adhesion. It can also be used to sanitize spa equipment and yoga mats.

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<p><strong>NSI&rsquo;s Sanitize</strong> is a fast-acting antiseptic spray for hands, work areas, and files. It comes in a clean-smelling citrus scent, and is portable enough to store in the home, car, or cosmetic case.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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NSI’s Sanitize is a fast-acting antiseptic spray for hands, work areas, and files. It comes in a clean-smelling citrus scent, and is portable enough to store in the home, car, or cosmetic case.  

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Salon sanitation has never been more important. With the recent swine flu scare and the dreaded MRSA lurking on surfaces all over, cleanliness and proper sanitation are essential to keep clients safe and your salon out of the news. To help combat germs in the salon, knowledge, a commitment to your clients, and an assortment of professional sanitation methods can keep you in the clean. BY TIM CROWLEY

We’ve all heard the scare tactics before: “Woman Dies from Routine Pedicure: Story at 11.” A woman contracts a horrific flesh-eating bacteria from a routine nail salon visit and she’s left with permanent scarring and a lawsuit against the salon where she got it — or worse. With newer and more dangerous bugs popping up year after year, the odds of a client contracting a deadly pathogen and ultimately dying from it have never been higher.

Luckily, salon industry manufacturers are staying on top of the situation and have come out with innovative products that make salon sanitation easier and more effective than ever so services remain safe for clients (and technicians). Alan Murphy, president of King Research and BlueCo Brands, which manufacture the Barbicide line of sanitation products, is hoping to “educate, embrace, and excite” salon owners about sanitation.

“We try to educate salon owners and technicians so they know proper details about disinfection,” says Murphy, “and then get them to embrace it by following proper sanitation procedures in full, and finally excite them so they can proudly show their commitment to sanitation to their own clientele.”

Murphy believes owners and technicians need to start seeing sanitation as a fundamental human decency as opposed to a government mandated obligation and says salons can essentially eliminate contamination if they follow proper sanitation procedures. “We want to educate owners and techs as to what is out there, but not scare them into thinking that contamination is inevitable. There are products that can kill the bugs, just follow the procedures and the rules, and you won’t have to worry.”

The Bugs

So just what kind of stuff is lurking in nail salons? Registered Nurse (RN) and head of Woodward Laboratories’ quality control and hand hygiene program, Faye Shinder talks about what techs should be aware of. “Some of the most common germs in a nail salon are not so different than anywhere else,” she says. “Since all salons have restrooms, insufficient hand washing can lead to the spread of E. Coli, which is a normal occupant of our digestive system, but when it gets into the body from an outside source it can make people really sick.”

Methicillin-resistant staph aureus (MRSA) is another bug Shinder warns about. “MRSA is also known as the flesh-eating bacteria, and it’s received a lot of attention lately because of the severity of its infections.”

MRSA is a strain of bacteria that is resistant to most antibiotics and can cause massive scarring and even lead to death if the infection spreads to vital organs.

Another bug that has received a lot of attention lately is the H1N1/09 virus, also known as the swine flu. The virus is spread like the common flu, through coughing, sneezing, and close body contact, and has similar flu-like symptoms that can intensify after a week and lead to death if the body does not rid the virus on its own.

While not quite as life-threatening, athlete’s foot is also very contagious and can wreak havoc on a salon’s reputation if it encounters a string of consecutive infections.

The Solution

So what do we do against these bugs? Manufacturers are in constant pursuit to ensure their products kill the bad bugs and keep clients and technicians safe. Erick Westcott, CEO of Gelousy Gel Nail Systems, which manufacturers Viraguard, explains that manufacturers must be vigilant in order to keep their products registered with the U.S. government and up-to-date on the latest killer bugs. “Hard surface disinfectants are registered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and any disinfectant that comes in contact with the skin is considered a drug and is registered by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA),” Westcott says.

For both the EPA and FDA, manufacturers have to present paperwork showing testing and efficacy results before they are approved for use in the United States. And for hard disinfectants meeting EPA approval, they have to show testing results for each and every bug they claim to kill. So if a disinfectant says it kills HIV, hepatitis B and C, and mycobacterium tuberculosis, that means it has been tested for each one specifically.

“This is why when a new super-bug, like the swine flu, comes out it takes some time before manufacturers can say their product effectively kills it,” Westcott says.

But whichever disinfectant you end up using, the most important thing to remember is to pay attention to the required contact time. Shinder says this is one of the most common mistakes made in salon sanitation. “A lot of people do not leave the product on long enough to be able to do the job,” says Shinder. “Most manufacturers recommend leaving a cleaned surface saturated with a disinfectant for at least 10 minutes.”

Westcott echoes this saying it happens frequently with pedicure tubs, where technicians will run the tub with a disinfectant in it, but not for the full 10 minutes required.

Luckily there are a number of different disinfection systems out there, some specific to hand and foot sanitizing, while others are for implements, counters, and tubs. Here’s a sampling of what’s being offered today, so you can build your arsenal in the battle against bugs.  

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