Pedicure Practice

Yes, if you reuse instruments, an autoclave is strongly recommended. You must be able to demonstrate that you work hygienically and minimize the risk of contamination. With an autoclave, you can fully sterilize instruments and work in accordance with professional standards.

In many cases, yes. You often work with instruments that come into contact with broken or damaged skin. According to infection prevention guidelines, a validated sterilization process is required for reusable instruments.

A Class B autoclave is the best choice. It allows you to sterilise all types of instruments, including complex parts such as burs and hinges. This makes your working practices demonstrably safer.

Cleaning removes visible dirt. Disinfecting kills some of the micro-organisms. Sterilisation kills everything, including bacteria, viruses and fungi. For safe treatments, sterilisation is the only method that offers complete certainty.

No, an ultrasonic cleaner is not sufficient. This device cleans instruments, but does not sterilise them. To ensure complete safety, you should combine cleaning (for example, ultrasonic cleaning) with sterilisation in an autoclave.

All reusable metal instruments that come into contact with the skin or nails. These include pliers, scissors, drills and nail lifters. These instruments can transmit microorganisms if they are not sterilised correctly.

An autoclave sterilises instruments using high-pressure steam. First, the air is removed, after which the steam penetrates deep into the instruments. The sterilisation phase is followed by a drying phase. Your instruments are then immediately ready for use or storage.

For most practices, a 23-litre autoclave is a practical choice. You can sterilise several sets at once and need to run a cycle less often. This saves time and gives you peace of mind when planning your schedule.

Prices start from €1,499. The price depends on capacity, features and ease of use. A larger autoclave often pays for itself by enabling you to work more efficiently.

With test programmes and automatic reporting. This includes vacuum testing and cycle logging via USB or a printer. This enables you to demonstrate that you are operating in accordance with hygiene standards.

Yes, provided you sterilise them in their packaging. When stored in sterilisation pouches, instruments remain sterile for a longer period after the cycle. This is ideal if you want to work ahead.

You must follow the guidelines for infection prevention in foot care. Among other things, this means that you must clean, disinfect and sterilise instruments correctly. An autoclave helps you to demonstrate compliance with these guidelines.