Manicure and Wart / Viral Wart – I Want to Get a Classic Manicure, but I Have a Wart. Can I Still Have a Manicure Done?

A wart, also known as a viral wart, is a skin lesion caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). It is a contagious infection, meaning it can easily spread to other parts of the body and to other people. Therefore, having a wart is considered a contraindication for undergoing a manicure.

Why is a wart a contraindication for a manicure?

Warts can be transmitted through direct contact or by using tools that have not been properly sterilized. During a manicure, especially when the nail plate and cuticles are being worked on, small skin injuries can occur, increasing the risk of spreading the virus. If the virus contaminates the tools, it can infect a larger area of the client’s hands and potentially other clients, even if disinfection procedures are followed improperly.

What should you do if a wart appears on your hands?

The first step is to consult a dermatologist. The doctor can recommend various treatment methods depending on the type, location, and severity of the wart. Common treatments include:

  1. Cryotherapy – freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen.
  2. Laser removal – a procedure that uses a laser to burn off the wart.
  3. Pharmaceutical preparations – products containing salicylic or lactic acid that help gradually remove the wart.
  4. Curettage – a procedure where the wart is mechanically removed using a special tool.

Why is it important to treat warts before having a manicure?

Treating warts before a manicure is crucial for several reasons:

  1. Client safety and health – Leaving warts untreated can lead to the infection spreading to other fingers or areas of the hand.
  2. Protection of salon staff – Nail technicians are at risk of exposure to the virus, particularly when working with nails and cuticles.
  3. Prevention of transmission to other clients – Even with standard disinfection procedures, there is a risk of passing the virus to other clients, which is why responsible salons will refuse to provide services to clients with active viral lesions.

How to care for your hands after wart treatment

Once wart treatment is complete, it’s important to care for the skin of your hands and nails to minimize the risk of recurrence. Recommended steps include:

  1. Regular hand washing and disinfecting – to prevent potential viral infections.
  2. Using moisturizing and regenerating creams – to restore healthy skin after treatment.
  3. Avoiding contact with potential sources of infection – such as public swimming pools, saunas, or gyms, where HPV can easily spread.
  4. Strengthening your immune system – through a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and adequate sleep to help the body defend itself against viruses.

In our opinion

A wart is a contraindication for a manicure due to the risk of infection and the potential spread of the HPV virus. It is necessary to treat the skin lesions under the supervision of a dermatologist before undergoing any manicure procedures. Once treatment is complete, you can safely return to nail care while protecting both yourself and the professionals performing the manicure.

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