I finally switched from disposable spatulas to a metal one for extractions

Honestly, I used those disposable wooden spatulas for years because I thought it was more sanitary, but after a $200 breakout on a regular client I had to rethink everything. I grabbed a metal spatula from a supply shop last month for like $12 and it glides way smoother with less product waste. Has anyone else made the swap and noticed a difference in their extraction technique?

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claireo6718d ago

Wait, are you talking about metal spatulas for waxing or for something like skincare extractions (like blackheads and stuff)? Because if it's for waxing, a metal spatula can be a game changer, but I've heard they can be trickier to sanitize properly between clients if you're not using a fresh one each time. If it's for extractions, like with pimples, I'd actually be careful - metal tools can really damage the skin if you're not super gentle, plus they can hold bacteria if you don't boil or alcohol them between uses. I switched to a metal one for my wax pot and it's way better than the cheap wooden ones, but I still keep disposables around for clients with sensitive skin since wood is softer and less likely to scratch. Just a heads up - maybe double check what kind of spatula you got, because there's a big difference between a wax spatula and a comedone extractor.

park.riley18d ago

Oh come on, is it really that serious? I've been using the same metal spatula for extractions for about three years now and I just wipe it down with alcohol between clients. Never had a single issue. @claireo67 makes it sound like you're performing surgery or something. My extraction technique improved tenfold because metal has that perfect amount of drag without tearing the skin like the cheap wooden sticks do. I think people overthink sanitation when really a good soak in barbicide between appointments does the job fine.