Contraindications to Service
including but not limited to:

Manicure, Pedicure & Shellac Contraindications

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A contraindication is something that prevents you from receiving a treatment as it may make the condition worse. Please take a look at the contraindications listed for your treatment. If you believe that you may have one of the contraindications please discuss with your primary care provider and contact the store manager before booking.

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Contra-indications that prevent a manicure or pedicure treatment:

•   Fungal Infections. These type of infections spread very rapidly and often thrive in damp areas and can appear soft and spongy. For example: athlete’s foot (ringworm of the foot) ringworm of the hand.

•   Bacterial Infections. This type of infection is usually characterised by swelling, tenderness and redness in the area. For example: paronychia, whitlows, onychia.

•   Infectious diseases

•   Scabies

•   Swelling of hands or feet

•   Redness (erythema)

•   Severe eczema or psoriasis

•   Undiagnosed lumps and swelling

•   Broken sore skin

•   Contagious disease

  Contra-indications that may restrict a manicure or pedicure treatment:

•   Viral Infections. These infections are very common and treatment can be adapted by using a waterproof dressing and avoiding the area. For example: Verruca vulgaris (common warts), verruca plantaris (verruca of the foot).

•   Onycholysis. This is a disorder where the nail separates from the nail bed

•   Onychocryptosis (ingrowing nails)

•   Split nails,brittle nails

•   Blue nails

•   Beau’s Line

•   Splinter haemorrhages

•   Pits and grooves

•   Flaking and breaking nails

•   Bruised nails

•   Eggshell nails

•   Corrugations (or wavy ridges)

•   Furrows (depressions)

•   White Spots

•   Koilonychia (spoon nails)

•   Claw Nails

•   Discoloured nails

•   Extremely weak and soft nails

•   Extremely badly bitten nails

•   Nails which bear damage from Acrylic nails.

•   Cuts/Abrasions/Bruising

• Recent scar tissue (3-6months old)

• Operations of the hands or feet

• Broken bones

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Doctor’s note is required for:

• Diabetes

• Haemophilia

• Odema

• Arthritis

• Acute rheumatism

• Warfarin/Anticoagulant Medication

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Waxing Contraindications

• Insulin dependent Diabetic Skin disorders 

• Severe bruising 

• Loss of tactile skin sensation 

• Circulatory problems such as, varicose veins 

• Medication & allergies must be disclosed 

• Broken skin or other impediments in immediate treatment area e.g. cuts, sores, warts, moles, swellings, lumps and bumps should be fully disclosed to therapist

• Folliculitis. This is a common skin condition that happens when hair follicles become inflamed. It's often caused by an infection with bacteria. At first it may look like small pimples around the tiny pockets from where each hair grows (hair follicles).

• see more about waxing here

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Massage 

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Although massage is safe, offering a wide variety of benefits for men women and children of all ages there are a few notable situations and health conditions where it should be avoided. The major of these are listed below: 

• Anybody with a high fever or any other infectious disease. It is thought that massaging could spread the infection to the entire body

• Anyone with a contagious skin disease. Acne and rashes are two common examples

• Anyone under the influence of drink or drugs

• First trimester, Late pregnancy or if you are experiencing any problems

• Haemophilia

• Brittle bone disease

The following conditions require consent from your doctor before massage can be undertaken. 

• Any one suffering from cancer or has a history of cancer as cancer can be spread throughout the lymphatic system

• High/low blood pressure

• Epilepsy

• Diabetes

• Circulatory problems such as thrombosis, blood clots, dvt

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Hot stone massage

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While hot stone massages are beneficial, there are some situations where you should not get one. Children, pregnant women, and cardiac patients should not get one. If you are considered an elderly client, let your massage therapist know before so they can set the stones to the correct temperature.

In addition to these situations, do not get a hot stone massage if you: 

• Experience Loss of Sensation - Do not get a hot stone massage if you have a condition that causes loss of sensation, such as neuropathy, diabetes, high blood pressure, and peripheral vascular disorder. This also applies to the post-surgery, injury, or trauma period if nerves were affected.

• Take Certain Medications - Before getting a hot stone massage, consider the medications that you regularly take. Avoid these treatments if you are on blood thinners and if any of your medications have heat-related side effects.

• Have a Depressed Immune System - While hot stone massage OKC can help you feel restored, they are not recommended if you have a depressed immune system. If you have lupus, mononucleosis, Epstein Barr, or cancer, consult with your doctor before scheduling.

•  Have a Skin Condition - The added heat of a hot stone treatment can irritate many skin conditions. These include burns, skin cancer, psoriasis, dermatitis, acne, eczema, and shingles. This also applies if you have any areas of weakened or inflamed skin.

•  Recently Had Surgery or Treatments - While hot stone massages can relieve pain, you should not get one if you recently underwent surgery. This also applies if you recently underwent chemotherapy or any other radiation treatment.

If you have any other medical conditions that make you unsure if a hot stone treatment is safe for you, it is best to consult with your doctor. While there are many benefits of getting a hot stone massage, it is only worth it if you can enjoy it safely. If you experience any of these contraindications, please consider one of our other relaxing massages.

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We aim to provide an inclusive and safe service to all of our clients. Please let us know if any of the above apply to you as it may impact the safety of your service. If you have any other medical conditions that make you unsure, it is best to consult with your doctor. By agreeing to service, you give permission to our nail/waxing technician to perform the services and you as the client assume any risk, and, except as otherwise prohibited by law, take full responsibility and waive any claims associated with Fashion Nail's activities and events performed by its licensed nail and wax specialists. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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