Breathing among hair, sprays, and dryers

Every day, groomers work in an invisible cloud of hair, dust, and particles. Added to this are aerosols from sprays, vaporized shampoos, and chemical products. Finally, the noise and power of dryers and blowers disperse these micro-particles even more into the air.

When salon air becomes a risk

Many professionals report:

• Respiratory allergies (sneezing, runny nose, irritated eyes),

• Chronic cough or repeated bronchitis,

• Asthma attacks worsened by daily exposure,

• Persistent sinusitis, often linked to suspended hair and dust.

These conditions are sometimes minimized, but in the long term they compromise lung health and quality of life.

Products and aerosols: an invisible cocktail

Beyond hair and dust, the products used in salons play a major role. Detangling sprays, finishing sprays, or disinfectants release substances into the air that, inhaled daily, weaken the respiratory system.

Preventing rather than enduring

It is possible to reduce these risks by adopting good practices:

• Ventilation and filtration: air circulation and the use of air purifiers,

• Respiratory protection: wearing appropriate masks for the most exposed tasks,

• Product choices: prioritizing less irritating formulas and limiting aerosol use,

• Work organization: alternating tasks to reduce continuous exposure.

The role of IGS 2026

The IGS 2026 global survey aims to measure the extent of respiratory disorders among groomers and to identify the products, tasks, and situations that carry the greatest risks. The results will help raise awareness among brands, distributors, and institutions about the urgent need to improve air quality in salons.

👉 Take part in the global survey

Your testimony is essential to highlight these invisible risks.

Access the questionnaire directly from the homepage of the official IGS website:

➡️ www.internationalgroomingsociety.org