Before use on a client, how should all instruments be prepped?

Sanitizing and disinfecting instruments before use on a client is crucial for maintaining safety, hygiene, and preventing the spread of infections. Proper preparation involves thoroughly cleaning tools with soap and disinfectant to eliminate any potential biological contaminants, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. This process ensures that instruments are safe to use and helps protect both the client and the professional.

Using only a towel to wipe instruments, rinsing them with water, or leaving them unused for a specific period do not adequately address the need for thorough sanitization. Wiping with a towel may not eliminate all harmful pathogens, and rinsing with water alone lacks the effectiveness of a proper cleaning solution. Additionally, simply leaving instruments unused does not guarantee that they are free from contamination. Therefore, the option of sanitizing with soap and disinfecting is the most comprehensive and appropriate method for instrument preparation in a cosmetology setting.