Enzyme application

Hi, it's me again looking for input. I have been using a treatment brush for enzymes and a fan brush for masks, but I am running into issues with the sink/mixing/disinfection space and time at the salon. Even though I like to be as eco-friendly as possible, I am considering switching to more disposable items because I am just not feeling 100% comfortable with my cleanup routine.

I have always used a treatment brush for enzymes and a fan type brush for masks. I can always use the same fan brush for the enzyme and mask if I rinse it real good in between, but I was wondering what everyone else uses so I can get some ideas.

Has anyone here ever used the mini disposable fan brushes? and what about glycolic applicators would they be suitable for the enzymes?

what about sponges? Do you re-use them or do you give them to the client to take home? I have done both and just washed them with the towels, but I hate that. Especially now that the salon is doing my linens.

it would cost additional $1.14 to use disposable sponges and brush

thanks to anyone who shares their methods with me. I really appreciate the tips and advice I get from this group.

Replies to This Discussion

Permalink Reply by Ginger on August 16, 2014 at 1:55pm

I use my gloved hands to apply masques - maybe you could try that?

I also use my gloved hands for the chunkier enzymes (like blueberry), but definitely a brush for ones like the lemon.

Permalink Reply by Cindy Greenwood on August 16, 2014 at 2:44pm

I tend to use my hands a lot with enzymes and masques also.

But I keep several brushes on hand at work and I probably have 3-4 more at home.

I don't use sponges but I do use 4 x 4 esthetic wipes, especially to remove the darker enzymes (like blueberry) before using a towel.

Permalink Reply by Robin Lemon on August 16, 2014 at 5:52pm

That's funny I do the opposite Cindy. I use warm towels first to remove enzymes and masks because I think it does a better job and then I use 4x4s to rinse and remove any remaining product. I haven't had any problems with staining towels. I mostly have trouble with the headbands staining and I just recently started using disposables and still got a few washes out of each before I toss them. I am thinking of going back to the bouffant caps they are $10 for 100, but they aren't real snug. thanks

Permalink Reply by Robin Lemon on August 16, 2014 at 5:47pm

Using a gloved hand would be no problem it's just that I have always wanted the client to be able to experience different textures during the treatment. Yeah that blueberry one doesn't real brush on does it lol Thanks Ginger

Permalink Reply by Lisa VanBockern on August 16, 2014 at 1:56pm

Hi Robin:

That's a dilemma when you have limited space and the salon is doing your laundry. I think $1.14 for disable sponges and brush is a little high also. Do you have the ability to purchase 20 brushes and then take them home and disinfect them yourself?

Regarding the sponges, I do re-use them after washing in the 30 minute wash cycle on hot and including a cup of Clorox (and only re-use if they are not stained from makeup). I look forward to other's opinions.

Permalink Reply by Robin Lemon on August 16, 2014 at 6:04pm

Having several on hand and taking them home in a ziploc bag is probably the best choice. I just have to worry about the sponges if they do my linens when I am not there Sometimes the washer is being used when I am leaving so I have to rely on them to put my load in. I have been trying so hard to not have to haul stuff back and forth. lol thanks Lisa

Permalink Reply by Madalene MaGee on August 16, 2014 at 7:05pm

I use my bare hands to apply enzymes, a brush for masks. I guess that's why my hands are so soft! Lol