Performing shaves with or without gloves?
Hello I am new here but have been reading around for a bit to learn from everyone. I am a cosmetologist in WA state that is opening up my "shave room" soon and am conflicted over the use of gloves for the service. gloves seem like they will take away from every aspect of the service, from massages to feeling the grain and skin, grip, ambiance.... I just cannot find any sources that list actual infection risks from performing ungloved assuming neither I or the client has visible wounds. If anyone can help me out I would be very appreciative. I will be calling the board on Monday to see if it is s legal requirement which will solve this quickly.
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Performing shaves with or without gloves?
I think it is personal preference. Gloves are recommended in any blood borne pathogen control procedure. Personally I would wear gloves and want my barber to use them also. A shave last 12 hours. MRSA, Hep B, HepC, HIV last a lot longer.
I have had shaves form great barbers that wear gloves and had no issues. Never liked a facial massage after any way. Feels gimmicky and does noting for me. Rather have a nice cold scented towel after myself.