Malta has no specific sterilisation legislation for nail salons — but autoclave sterilisation of reusable metal instruments is the professional standard for client safety and reputation, particularly in tourism-facing premises.
Malta has no specific legislation requiring autoclave sterilisation for nail instruments. Nail professionals who invest in sterilisation for cuticle nippers, metal pushers, and drill bits operate above the legal minimum. If a salon combines nail services with semi-permanent makeup or any tattoo / piercing work, the Standards for Tattoo and Body Piercing (January 2025) and the Control of Tattooing Act (Chapter 270 of the Laws of Malta) apply in full to the body-art activities — including the studio partition rule, the single-use sterile needle rule, and HCSD studio licensing. Digital sterilisation traceability is a differentiator in a tourism-heavy market where client trust drives repeat business.
Public Health Act (Chapter 465 of the Laws of Malta) · Standards for Tattoo and Body Piercing (January 2025) — HCSD (if combined with body-art activities) · Control of Tattooing Act (Chapter 270) (if combined with body-art activities) · EN 13060
Regulatory guides to help you understand your obligations.
Stand out with documented sterilization
Show clients you go beyond the minimum. A digital sterilization record demonstrates professional commitment to their safety.
Track autoclave cycles for metal instruments
Cuticle nippers, metal pushers, and drill bits all benefit from autoclave sterilization. SecuSteri logs every cycle.
QR-coded labels build client confidence
Print traceability labels for sterilized instrument packs. Clients see the QR code and know their tools are safe.
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