Sterilization and disinfection supplies hold salon implements through the cleaning cycle: jars and boxes for soaking cleaned tools in disinfectant, and pouches that keep tools sealed after sterilizing until they are opened for the client. M1 Nail & Beauty Supply stocks sterilization pouches from Chamber, Champion and Ecosafe, a stainless steel sterilizing box from Silver Star and disinfecting jars and drill bit pouches from MNBS.
Types of sterilization and disinfection supplies
| Type | Best for | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Sterilization pouch | Packing cleaned metal implements for the sterilizer; the tool stays sealed until opened. | Chamber 3.5" x 7.48", Chamber 3.5" x 10", Champion 3.5" x 7.48", Champion 3.5" x 9.86", Ecosafe 3.5" x 9.86", Drill bit pouch 2.25" x 5.25" |
| Pouches by the case | Stocking up when you sterilize every day. | Chamber 3.5" x 7.48", 30 boxes, Chamber 3.5" x 10", 20 boxes, Champion 3.5" x 7.48", 30 boxes, Champion 3.5" x 9.86", 20 boxes |
| Sterilizing box and disinfecting jar | Soaking cleaned implements in disinfectant, or keeping them in a closed box at the station. | Silver Star stainless steel box, Sterilizing tray box, Disinfecting jar, small, Disinfecting jar, medium, Disinfecting jar, large |
How to choose sterilization supplies
- Clean first, always. Pouches, jars and boxes only work on tools that have been scrubbed free of debris and rinsed; follow the steps your local public health rules require.
- Buy pouches by the case if you sterilize every day: the Chamber and Champion pouches come in a box of 200 or a full case.
- Pick the jar by tool length. The tools must be fully covered by the solution, so choose a jar or box deep enough for your longest implement; the Silver Star box comes in four sizes.
Related: Disinfectant, Cleaning brushes, Cuticle nippers, Drill bits & carbide, All gloves, masks & sanitation
Guides
Sterilization and disinfection FAQ
Which sterilization pouch size do I need for nippers and pushers?
Pick a pouch long enough for the whole tool with room above it to seal. The 3.5" x 9.86" and 3.5" x 10" pouches suit nippers and longer implements, 3.5" x 7.48" suits shorter tools, and the 2.25" x 5.25" pouch is made for drill bits.
Can a sterilization pouch be reused?
No. A pouch is opened once, in front of the client, and then thrown away. If a sealed pouch is torn, wet or opened by mistake, the tool goes back through cleaning and into a new pouch.
How often should I change the solution in a disinfecting jar?
Follow the label on your disinfectant: many must be mixed fresh every day. Empty the jar straight away if the solution turns cloudy or has debris in it, and wash and dry the jar before refilling.
Order online for in-store pickup at our Markham, Ontario store, usually ready in 2 to 4 hours, or have your order shipped anywhere in Canada.