Allergies and Nail Tech Protection

If you’re a nail technician, your tools and setup are everything. From your e-file to your brushes, each piece of kit helps you deliver safe, professional results. But one tool that’s often overlooked yet absolutely essential is a dust collector. Here...

As nail techs, we work with products and tools every single day that create fine dust particles from filing enhancements to prepping natural nails. While it may seem harmless, prolonged exposure to nail dust can cause irritation, allergies, and even...

Your Katie Barnes Dust Collector is designed to keep your workspace clean and safe, but to perform at its best, the filter needs regular care. Changing the filter is quick and simple, and doing so ensures maximum dust capture and...

If you’re a nail tech, you already know the struggle: dust everywhere. On your desk, in the air, and even in your lungs. For years, nail technicians have been asking for a dust collector that actually works - one that’s...

As a nail technician, you’re no stranger to nail dust. Every filing, shaping, or enhancement service creates fine particles that float into the air and settle across your desk, tools, and even your lungs. It’s easy to think of nail...

When it comes to running a safe, hygienic, and professional nail salon, one of the biggest questions techs face is: What do I throw away after one use, and what can be safely disinfected and reused? Not only does this...

Why Good Lighting is essential for Nail Technicians As a nail technician, creating detailed nail art and precision manicures is your craft. However, there's one crucial element that can make all the difference in achieving immaculate results – good lighting....

For nail technicians, maintaining the quality and safety of nail services is of utmost importance. Integrating nail tools like e-files and dust collectors holds the potential to significantly enhance efficiency, precision, and the overall client experience. In this blog post,...

Stainless steel nail tools are highly popular and durable in the nail industry due to their resistance to rust and corrosion. They're often sanitised, disinfected and sterilised in different ways, including warm soapy water, disinfection solutions and the use of hospital...

Have you ever been tempted by the allure of cheap nail products that claim to offer the same results as reputable brands? The promise of saving money can be tempting, but the dangers of counterfeit nail products should not be...

As the CEO and Founder of Katie Barnes Tool Range, with over 16 years of experience in the nail industry, I have encountered my fair share of counterfeit products. Last year, I made a shocking discovery when I found a...

In the nail industry, the use of electric nail files, or e-files, has become increasingly popular for filing nails. While rechargeable e-files offer convenience and portability, it is essential to be aware of the potential risks associated with using them...

Firstly, it is important to check the sizing of your gloves and to remember that your hands change over time and the seasons. For example, in warmer months and climates, during pregnancy, hormonal changes, due to certain medications your hands...

There are many techs using craft glitters in their nail services because they may have seen someone else do it, it is low cost and easy. You may think it’s only glitter and can’t do any harm, right? However, the type...

MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets): Nail Tech Responsibilities Your eyes may glaze over at the mention of chemicals and paperwork and health and safety but it is a vital part of being a true nail professional. What is an MSDS?...

Many nail techs go home after a long day with aches and pains in their hands, shoulders and back. A tech’s hands are vital for performing the job, yet too many of us often neglect caring for them as we...

Lack of nitrile glove use or using the wrong nitrile gloves can cause issues that our industry is far too aware of due to allergies. The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the necessity of proper PPE even further. For our industry, we have always required PPE especially for chemical protection. It is important to select a glove with the appropriate level of CE and EU Chemical Resistance specification and certification, while determining the chemical protection required for the job at hand.

Nail and beauty salons work in constant contact with the public. Every single day, multiple clients sit at your desk, place their hands in yours, and trust that your tools are safe. It’s easy to get comfortable especially with long-term...

The simple answer is yes. As part of your training you will have encountered COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) which requires you to wear PPE. Face masks are not the only form of PPE; gloves, aprons, goggles and face shields all help to protect you.

The requirements on what PPE you need to wear is different for each salon and technician. This is why it is important to perform a risk assessment for each business.