Hazards and Risks in a Salon

A Beauty Salon is the ultimate little sanctuary to pamper ourselves with those guilty pleasures that truly make us feel special.

A successful beauty salon focuses on the client, and it's all about service and style. Of course, stylists, nail technicians, and support staff need to know the latest trends in their areas of expertise. However, providing a safe environment for clients and employees is just as important.

In a hairdressing salon, beauty salon or spa, there is a diversity of potential hazards that could generate an accident.

So, here are some aspects you need to pay attention to so that your experience in the beauty salon doesn´t turn into an unpleasant moment. And we aren´t talking about a bad hairstyle.

There are cases where the irregularities are in plain sight, like when the manicure instruments are rusty or when the floor of the salon is full of hair. However, some may go unnoticed. And it is precisely on these occasions that an allergy or even the contact with an instrument that has not been adequately sanitised can happen.

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Health issues in the Salon

Firstly, the cleanliness and overall organisation of the salon are the key elements here. One of the things to watch out for is the manicure and pedicure services. All utensils must be disposable, sanitised and sterilised. The pliers should be wrapped individually torn in front of the client. The establishment should also keep sanitised brushes, combs, covers. Also, offer clean towels, which should be washed after each use.

Respiratory and dermatological complications

Secondly, this is one of the most common health problems in salons and is due to direct contact with chemical agents present in straighteners and tinctures.

Moreover, ammonia present in hair dyes is the big bad guy here.

Chemicals may act on humans through the following routes. First, inhalation (considered the main route of intoxication). Then, absorption (becomes critical when products absorbed through the skin). Finally, ingestion (may occur accidentally). These can cause burns, irritations, dermatitis, coughing and irritation of the respiratory tract.

Attention! To avoid direct contact with these and other dangerous products, the use of professional beauty uniforms, protective gloves and masks are essential. A well-ventilated salon also helps.

Falls in the Salon

Although it may seem obvious, you may suffer a fall inside the salon, whose consequences are complicated to predict. Perhaps nothing more than a small fright will happen; but you can also experience a sprain or a fracture, for example.

Uneven floors, cables spread on the floor, liquids like water or hair products, waste or other spillages that can fall to the ground, lack of space due to excess furniture and appliances increase the risk of falls.

Risk of shock in the Salon

The use of dryers, thermal brushes, facial appliances, lasers, infrared, etc... are a source of risk due to direct contact with the voltage. therefore it is imperative to be attentive to its correct use.

What's more, we must be on alert to prevent unwanted contact, that could result in a serious "shocking " experience.

Fire in the Salon

A fire can happen anywhere. But beauty salons are more susceptible to accidents of this nature.

This is due to electrics, and chemicals used.

Overloading the electric plugs with many curling irons, razors and dryers can represent a significant fire hazard. Candles can make a beauty salon and spa smell and look attractive, but they also carry a high risk of fire.

Wear the right clothing

You wouldn't think so, but loose clothing is a much bigger hazard than we think. Loose fitting clothes can pose a huge safety risk to the wearer. For example, loose hems and sleeves could get caught in tricky places, pulling the wearer into a dangerous situation. It is crucial to wear the correct beauty tunics, so no loose fabric puts you in danger.Y

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Loose trousers can also be a safety risk. The right fitting beauty trousers can prevent most trips and falls.

The right fabric material is also important when choosing a uniform. Make sure to choose fabrics that aren't highly flammable, as well as fabric that does not stain easily. A salon apron can help with this.

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Furthermore, we won´t even mention the bathroom. If they aren't always spotless and easily accessible to the clients, it is all it takes for us to pick up our bag and get out the door.