Paying a little extra may not be so bad after all, as many clients are at risk for athlete's foot and hepatitis B and C due to unsanitary conditions at nail salons.

There is practically a nail salon on every corner. With competition so high, nail salons compete for the best bargain. But when it comes to health and safety, customers should be careful in their selection.

It is the clients right to request clean instruments. One can ask that the instruments be thoroughly cleansed in their presence. "The best option would be to bring your own supplies, including your own pedicure bowl," said Noelle , a weekly customer at L.A. Nails in the lia Shopping Center. "It may seem a bit much, but it's better to be safe than sorry."

"I never shave my legs the day before I plan on going to the nail salon," said Kristen Mason, a frequent customer at the Nail Spa in the Lia Shopping Center. "Scrapes and cuts can make you more prone to get an infection."

"Manicurists must sanitize their hands before touching a client's hands and should ask the client to do the same," said Cosmetology student Tavia , "Clean towels should be provided for customers to rest their feet on, and all instruments and pedicure bowl should be thoroughly cleansed. Also, sponges placed between the toes cannot be disinfected and should be discarded after use."

Kalista salon and day spa is above and beyond sanatized. Come visit us!!!