Infection Protection
COVID-19
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an illness caused by a virus that can spread from person to person. You can become infected from respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. You may also become infected by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it, and then by touching your mouth, nose, or eyes. See the resources below for more information on how to protect yourself:
- California Department of Public Health
- COVID19.CA.GOV
- U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
MRSA
Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is thought to be transmitted by skin-to-skin contact and is often spread from the hands to the nose or other open membranes. It may be transmitted in the salon setting if licensees do not follow required health, safety and infection control standards. Simple precautions such as washing your hands before you begin to service your client can help prevent such infections from occurring.
Fungal & Viral Infections
Fungal and viral infections are potentially transmittable but also preventable. See Infection Protection in the Salon
Health Conditions
Clients with pre-existing health conditions should exercise care when receiving services in any salon. Compromised immune systems make easy targets for infection.
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C virus is a virus that can cause liver disease. The Hepatitis C virus can be spread by the sharing of needles. California Code of Regulation §991 does not allow Board licensees to use needles (except electrology needles/wire filaments) within their scope of practice.