10 best sterilizers for manicure tools

Criteria for choosing a sterilizer for manicure accessories

Specialized stores offer a fairly large assortment of different types of sterilizers. Some are suitable for home use, others are intended for professional use in beauty salons. In any case, when choosing the optimal model, you need to pay attention to a number of criteria.

Sterilizer type

. The most widely available sterilizers are glasperlene (ball), ultraviolet and ultrasonic sterilizers. All of them are equally convenient for both home and professional use. It’s just that compact models are better suited for personal needs, and more spacious sterilizers for beauty salons.

Power.

The more powerful the sterilizer, the less time it will take to process instruments and the greater the likelihood of completely destroying germs.

Functionality

. Devices of this type can hardly be called the most functional, but when choosing, you should pay attention to the presence of a timer. It simplifies the processing process as much as possible.

Manufacturer

. Regardless of whether you choose a sterilizer for your home or beauty salon, it is always better to give preference to trusted manufacturers. Chinese models are inexpensive, but there is no guarantee that they will disinfect instruments efficiently. It is better to pay attention to manufacturers of professional equipment, such as IRISK, Jessnail, Runail.

Types of sterilizers and their purpose

There are several types of sterilizers, differing from each other in price, size, operating time and efficiency. Depending on these characteristics, sterilizers are used in both medicine and cosmetology. Thus, owners of beauty salons and clinics evaluate the volume of instruments that need to be regularly sterilized and, based on this, purchase one or another device for their organization:

1. A steam sterilizer, or autoclave, is the most effective and at the same time difficult to use sterilizer. The principle of its operation is to process materials with hot steam under low pressure. The process usually takes about an hour, but guarantees the complete destruction of pathogenic microorganisms.
2. Dry heat sterilizer - the mechanism of its operation is similar to a conventional oven, where we usually prepare baked goods. Only in this case, tools are unloaded onto the grill and treated with dry hot air for a long time (1.5-2 hours depending on the set temperature).
3. A quartz or glasperlene sterilizer is more compact than an autoclave or a dry-heat oven, but is designed for smaller instruments. Usually this is what manicurists and pedicurists choose.
4. Ultraviolet sterilizers - under the influence of ultraviolet rays, microorganisms are also removed, but only partially. The fact is that viruses and spores, as well as many types of fungi, easily tolerate this type of sterilization. Therefore, it is best to store instruments in ultraviolet devices only after their basic disinfection in a different way.

The best UV sterilizers

Ultraviolet sterilizers are the largest in size among other types. At the same time, they can process a large number of tools at a time. Such devices are perfect for large beauty salons. An important feature of such sterilizers is that they do not have a destructive effect on instruments. Plus, you can use a variety of materials here (for example, wooden sticks, files with a plastic tip, etc.). The main disadvantage is the very long processing time. Below are the best UV devices according to experts.

Rating of glasperlene sterilizers

Glasperlene sterilizers are practically the same from each other from a functional point of view, but may have different heating temperatures, appearance and prices.

TNL – 8th place

The body is made of high-strength plastic, which allows it to be used for a long time. Instrument sterilization time is 20 seconds:

• Production - Korea.
• Temperature – 200 degrees.
• The price of the device does not exceed 1000 rubles.

There is no registration certificate.

Tools sterilizer – 7th place

A budget device with a heating temperature of up to 250 degrees. The device takes 10-15 minutes to heat up.

Manufactured in China.

Advantages:

• low price - from 700 to 1200 rubles.

Among the shortcomings, most often the lid is not securely fastened. There is no registration certificate.

ABC IRISK – 6th place

The Russian-made device has a reasonable price - about 800 rubles. The body is made of durable plastic, and the flask is made of aluminum:

1. Production - Russia.
2. Temperature – up to 250 degrees.
3. Heating time to operational condition – 20 minutes.

Planet Nails, Macrostop – 5th place

The Chinese model Macrostop has a familiar design - a white plastic body and an aluminum bulb:

• The cost ranges from 2 to 2.5 thousand rubles.
• Heating to operating temperature – 20 minutes;

Advantages:

• sterilization time – 5-10 s.

There is no information on the registration certificate.

Tau Steril, Tau Quartz 500 – 4th place

The model from the Italian manufacturer heats up to 230 degrees and successfully copes with sterilization in 5-15 seconds:

1. The device comes with quartz glass balls..
2. Price – from 10 to 12 thousand rubles.

The Tau Quartz 500 model has a registration certificate from Roszdravnadzor, but it lists the device as a dry-heat sterilizer. In this regard, before purchasing, it is worth checking the possibility of using the device.

Ultratech SD-780 – 3rd place

The Ultratek SD-780 case is made of steel, is not susceptible to physical impact, and is durable. The filling balls provided in the kit are made of high-strength glass.

Temperature – 250 degrees.

Advantages:

1. A high-power heating element is used, which reduces heating time to 15 minutes.
2. Rubberized feet.
3. Automatic temperature maintenance during the working day.

Flaws:

• lack of a lid to close the flask . When left idle for a long time, dust settles on its surface.

The price for Ultratech ranges from 8 to 10 thousand rubles. , Russia.

Has a registration certificate from Roszdravnadzor.

OT12 – 2nd place

A sterilizer with a plastic body and an aluminum flask heats the balls to 290 degrees. Heating to operating temperature takes 10-15 minutes. Manufacturer of Silver Fox cosmetology equipment from Taiwan.

Advantages:

1. Automatic temperature maintenance system with light indication.
2. The temperature inside the device is displayed on the built-in screen.

Price – from 2.5 to 3.5 thousand rubles. There is no information on the registration certificate in the register.

The best ultrasonic sterilizers

An ultrasonic sterilizer is one of the most convenient devices. It is medium in size, looks stylish and has a “bathtub” inside, in which accessories are processed. By creating vibration, the device forces a special solution to fill the voids on the surface of the instruments, thereby removing harmful microorganisms and substances from them. Helps deal with rust. Suitable for processing both small parts (for example, cutters) and large ones (nippers, etc.). Below are the most effective ultrasonic cleaners.

Properties

A glassperlene or ball sterilizer is a small device with glass beads inside. Processing occurs by heating the balls to a temperature of 160 to 250 degrees.

The name quartz ball sterilizer, which is the same as glasperlene, is often used. The fact is that the filler balls are made of quartz glass, which has high strength.

The device is used at the third and final stage of processing after pre-sterilization cleaning and disinfection, but is the most controversial sterilizer of all existing ones.

How and with what to disinfect, sterilize and clean manicure instruments

Important features of the ball sterilizer:

1. The device does not allow the instrument to be completely immersed in the environment of heated balls., which contradicts SanPiN 2.1.3.2630-10 “Sanitary and epidemiological requirements for organizations engaged in medical activities.” Only small objects, such as cutters, can be completely immersed, and then removed using tweezers. It is also prohibited to sterilize instruments with locks or internal channels in this device.

   

2. After treatment, the instrument is used immediately - it cannot be stored inside or outside the sterilizer after the end of the treatment cycle.
3. It is impossible to track the result of sterilization - if an indicator is placed in a tendon or autoclave, then this cannot be done with a glasperlene sterilizer, which means there is no guarantee that the treatment was successful.
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4. The model of glasperlene sterilizer used must have a certificate of conformity and have a registration certificate from Roszdravnadzor for use in the Russian Federation.
5. Rospotrebnadzor employees may regard the use of ball processing as a violation . If you still plan to purchase a device, contact the regional office of Rospotrebnadzor or Roszdravnadzor with a specific model and find out if it is possible to use it.

Salon sterilization of manicure instruments

A good nail service specialist must be responsible for sterilizing working tools. In professional salons, the following measures are usually carried out to clean and disinfect manicure sets.

1. Disinfection is a procedure for destroying pathogens of infectious diseases from the surface of products.
2. Pre-sterilization cleaning is the process of removing mechanical, fatty and protein deposits and drug residues.
3. Sterilization is the complete destruction of microorganisms of all types that are on the surface and inside of products.
4. Additional treatment, including disinfection of the hands of the master, the client, as well as work surfaces and the room. Special disinfectants are used for hands, which can be bought at the pharmacy.

Typically, professional beauty salons carry out pre-sterilization cleaning and disinfection at one stage, using modern disinfectants. To do this, the instruments are immersed in the solution for the time specified in the instructions for the drug, and then washed with running water. The dried items are then cleaned in manicure sterilizers (air or steam). Such devices come with instructions that must be strictly followed.

Glasperlen

Glasperlene sterilizer for manicure instruments removes bacteria through high temperatures and high pressure. Its advantage is that its dimensions are compact. There are also large devices for large salons where disinfection is needed for several couples. It heats up quickly and cools down slowly - the master will be able to sterilize more than one pair of scissors, saving time.

Like the previous option, the Glasperlene sterilizer for manicure instruments is made of plastic. Inside is a metal flask. This is where the processing takes place. The flask is surrounded by heating elements. The temperature is quite high - 250 degrees. Therefore, all harmful microorganisms die. But this type of processing is only suitable for medical steel products. Plastic ones, for example, can no longer be processed - they will melt.

In order for the treatment of manicure tools to be effective, they must first be wiped with a disinfectant and dried. Wet ones should not be placed in the device, otherwise it will quickly fail. It needs 15 minutes to warm up, so turn it on in advance. Then place scissors or other objects inside the flask for 20-30 minutes to fully process.

The downside of the device is that it needs frequent replacement - once a year. During intensive use, heating elements lose their functionality and are not able to heat up to 250 degrees after this time. As a result, not all microbes will die. It does not completely process the entire surface, and large elements will not fit into it.

Disinfection at home

Even a personal manicure kit that only you use needs regular cleaning and proper care. Disinfection of manicure instruments at home is carried out using the same means that we wrote about above. This requires careful cleaning of the blades and outer surfaces of the instruments with ethyl alcohol and chloramide solution, using sterile gauze or napkins.

However, it is almost impossible to independently carry out high-quality sterilization of products without a special manicure sterilizer. Some craftsmen recommend placing the cutlery, laid out on foil or other fire-resistant surface, in the oven for 15 minutes, preheating it to 200 C⁰. However, this method does not guarantee the complete destruction of carriers of infections and bacteria . Therefore, it is better to allocate funds to purchase at least the most inexpensive sterilizer for manicure in order to be sure of high-quality processing of products.

Now you know the basic aspects of sterilization and disinfection of manicure instruments. To consolidate the material, we recommend that you watch a useful video, authored by the wonderful Svetlana Sokolova. She will tell you about all the nuances of processing products made from various materials. Knowing these subtleties, you will be able to clean your manicure accessories yourself without causing damage. By following our advice, you will keep your scissors, nippers and pliers in their original form for a long time. Enjoy watching, dear ladies!

Rating of high-quality ultrasonic sterilizers for 2022 up to 5,000 rubles

This category includes compact sterilizers with a minimum set of functions (timer +/- button with accelerated cleaning function) from a Chinese manufacturer or a joint production with America. Popular models are budget units, designed mainly for cleaning small raw materials made of metal, rarely glass and plastic, as they have a small chamber. In this regard, the main areas of application of the product are beauty salons, hairdressers, and jewelry stores. Best manufacturers:

• "ULTRASONIC";
• "Lidan"
• "IRISK";
• "GT SONIC"

Model "JP-880" from

The device is used for preliminary cleaning of instruments before disinfection and sterilization. To do this, the necessary material is placed in a bath, filled with a special solution, and then the machine that does the processing is turned on. Basically, this development is for beauty salons, where it is necessary to bring manicure, pedicure and hairdressing instruments into proper condition.

Product description: oval-shaped design with a transparent lid that allows you to monitor the process of cleaning the contents of the chamber. There is a removable basket and a “bridge”. At the front, in the upper part, there is a control system consisting of a display, indicator lights and buttons.

"JP-880" from , complete set

Specifications:

ULTRASONIC JP-880

Advantages:

• fast and high-quality cleaning;
• design;
• inexpensive;
• intuitive controls;
• powerful.

Flaws:

• not identified.

Model "JEKEN CE-5600A" from

A unit for cleaning metal parts in everyday life or in the professional sphere of human activity. Can clean CDs, glasses, cutlery, small parts, feeding bottles and more.

Design features: lid developed using a special technology that reduces the degree of sound during the process; Works with any material (metal, plastic).

Product description: The oval-shaped frame is equipped with a left-hand side control system and a hinged lid from left to right. The main advantage of this slot is an additional mode that improves cleaning efficiency (degassing function). The device operates using tap water and can use one of 5 proposed cycles. The inner chamber is made of stainless steel, the shell is made of plastic.

"JEKEN CE-5600A" from disassembled

Specifications:

ULTRASONIC JEKEN CE-5600A

Advantages:

• functional;
• attractive appearance;
• high-quality cleaning;
• budget.

Flaws:

• not identified.

Model "VGT-2000" from

An ultrasonic sterilizer can be used for thorough cleaning of medical instruments (cutters, surgical kits), small items (for example, jewelry, CD/DVDs, dishes), manicure, cosmetology and hairdressing equipment.

Note! Works only with metal materials.

Description: oblong-shaped design with a hinged flat glass cover, in the front, in the middle of the case, there is a control system - a small display and 3 buttons: on/off, power and a digital countdown indicator. The inside of the box is made of stainless steel and covered with a corrosion-resistant layer.

Instructions for use:

1. Open the lid and fill the reservoir.
2. Place the items, and the liquid level in the tank should not exceed the established threshold.
3. Close the lid tightly and turn on the equipment.
4. If the indicator light comes on and you hear a buzzing sound, then everything is done correctly.
5. At the end of the cycle, the device automatically turns off. If you need to carry out the procedure several times, you should press the “ON” button again.

Important! Using the washer without water may damage it. If the items are very dirty, then you need to add 5-20 ml of detergent to the chamber and use the “advanced cleaning (No. 2)” function.

"VGT-2000" from , appearance

Specifications:

Lidan VGT-2000

Advantages:

• wide application;
• low cost;
• intuitive controls;
• reliable.

Flaws:

• not identified.

Model "49361" from

Apparatus for processing medical instruments, various accessories, cosmetics. Perfect for manicure, pedicure, dental burs, cutters that need to be cleaned of dust and compressed shavings.

Description of appearance: oval-shaped unit with a translucent swim cover and side-mounted controls. On both sides of the display there are buttons that are responsible for turning on the equipment and setting the operating time of one cycle. The sterilization basket is removable and fits into a fine sieve, which prevents small objects from falling.

"49361" from with a view of the internal structure

Specifications:

IRISK 49361

Advantages:

• ergonomic shape;
• high-quality assembly;
• comfortable;
• inexpensive;
• effective.

Flaws:

• not identified.

Model "U1" from

Bath for effective cleaning of metal and glass materials from biological, mechanical, medicinal and other contaminants before sterilization.

Area of ​​application: banks (coin cleaning), jewelry, medical institutions (for surgical, dental instruments), optics and cosmetology institutions.

Description of appearance: round tank on a stand with a convenient handle for moving. It is made of high-quality SUS304 stainless steel, without welding or imported materials, which together gives the equipment a high degree of wear resistance. By design, the sterilizer resembles an electric kettle. The stability of the device is given by a fixed mechanism with buttons, the pressing of which disconnects the container from the platform.

"U1" from , demonstration of removing the tank from the platform

Specifications:

GT SONIC U1

Advantages:

• modern design;
• multifunctional;
• wide application;
• comfortable;
• high speed;
• affordable price.

Flaws:

• not identified.