3.Don’t Shave Before a Pedicure
No matter how embarrassed you are, don’t shave your legs before a pedicure. Bacteria are more likely to get into your body through tiny nicks or cuts on freshly shaved legs. Certain kinds of bacteria live in tap water and can thrive in a dirty footbath. They can cause boils or other hard-to-treat infections, so wait until after your pedi to shave.
4.Do Bring Your Own Tools
You can take your own tools to a nail salon, even if you feel self-conscious. Germs can linger on salon tools that aren’t cleaned, like emery boards. If you choose to use the salon’s tools, they should be heat sterilized, soaked in clear antibacterial solution, or come prepackaged. Ask for a new tool if one falls on the floor during your appointment. You don’t want to leave the salon with a skin or nail infection.
