Texas Salon Sanitation & Sterilization Standards

Texas-specific sanitation and sterilization requirements for salon tools, equipment, stations, and chemical disinfection procedures.

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What this document covers

Texas Administrative Code requires specific sanitation protocols for all licensed cosmetology establishments. Requirements cover tool disinfection, clean storage, single-use items, station cleaning, hand washing, and linen handling. TDLR inspectors focus heavily on sanitation compliance during inspections.

Key sections included

EPA-registered disinfectant requirements
Complete immersion protocol for non-electrical tools
Clean vs. contaminated tool storage
Single-use item disposal
Station and shampoo bowl cleaning
Hand washing requirements
Towel and linen handling
Foot spa cleaning protocol (if applicable)

Frequently asked questions

What disinfectant does Texas require?

Texas requires an EPA-registered bactericidal, virucidal, and fungicidal disinfectant used according to manufacturer directions. The disinfectant must be mixed fresh daily or as specified.

How long do tools need to soak?

Non-electrical tools must be completely immersed in EPA-registered disinfectant for a minimum of 10 minutes, or as specified by the disinfectant manufacturer, whichever is longer.

Document details

State: Texas
Legal basis: Texas Administrative Code Title 16, Chapter 83, Subchapter E
Enforced by: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
Penalty for absence: TDLR sanitation violations: $100-$1,000 per citation. Multiple violations at single inspection can result in establishment closure.
Category: Health & Safety

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