by acecontinuinge | Oct 5, 2021
Phenolic Disinfectants (fi-NOH-lik dis-in-FEK-tents) are powerful disinfectants, known as tuberculocidal. They are a form of formaldehyde, have a very high pH, and can damage the skin and eyes. Phenolic disinfectants can be harmful to the environment if put down the...
by acecontinuinge | Oct 5, 2021
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (KWAT-ur-nayr-ree uh-MOH-neeum KAHM-powndz), also known as quats (KWATZ), are disinfectants that are very effective when used properly in the salon. The most advanced type of formulation is called multiple quats. Multiple quats contain...
by acecontinuinge | Oct 5, 2021
Use only on pre cleaned, hard, non-porous surfaces – not on single-use abrasive files or buffers. Always wear gloves and safety glasses when handling disinfected solutions. Always dilute products according to the instructions on the product label. An item must...
by acecontinuinge | Oct 5, 2021
Implements must be thoroughly cleaned of all visible matter or residue before being placed in disinfectant solution. This is because residue will interfere with the disinfectant and prevent proper disinfection. Properly clean implements and tools, free from all...
by acecontinuinge | Oct 5, 2021
You must read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions whenever you are using a disinfectant. Mixing ratio (dilution) and contact time (the amount of visibly moist time required to be effective against pathogens listed on their products label) are very...
