HS027 - Dermatitis Prevention and Monthly Skin Checks

Dermatitis Prevention and Monthly Skin Checks

This guide is for salon owners who employ stylists, barbers, colourists, apprentices, nail techs or beauty therapists. Hairdressers are among the workers most at risk of work-related dermatitis. Constant shampooing, colour, bleach, perm lotion and cleaning products all take their toll on hands. Caught early, dermatitis can usually be stopped. Left alone, it can end a career.

What you'll get

• What causes dermatitis in salons and how to spot it early
• HSE's advice on gloves, drying and moisturising
• How to set up simple monthly skin checks (health surveillance)
• When to refer someone to a doctor or occupational health
• A ready-to-use monthly skin check record

Part of the SOU Health & Safety Toolkit

Written for UK hair, beauty, nail and barbering businesses and branded ready to download. Free for SOU PRO and CEO members.

This resource is general guidance in line with UK health and safety law. It does not replace your own risk assessments or professional advice, and you remain responsible for health and safety in your salon. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Salon Owners United and its partners accept no liability for any loss arising from its use.