Professional Resources
Questions Professionals Ask
The practical answers you need before bringing DuraVie into your practice.
Before you decide
Can DuraVie be disinfected between every client?
Yes. DuraVie is non-porous and designed to be cleaned and disinfected between clients. After each service, remove visible residue, clean the surface as needed, and disinfect according to the disinfectant manufacturer's directions, including the required contact time.
View Cleaning & Care GuideWhat if an inspector or my state board asks about DuraVie?
DuraVie is a reusable professional cover designed to be cleaned and disinfected between clients as part of your established infection-control practices.
DuraVie is not marketed as an FDA-approved product. Its silicone has been independently tested by SGS for compliance with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, providing third-party documentation of the material itself.
For businesses, schools, or inspectors who would like additional information, DuraVie provides a Professional Infection Control and Regulatory Reference with supporting information about the material, cleaning and disinfection, and professional use.
Because requirements vary by state and setting, this reference provides supporting documentation and does not replace or override applicable state, local, or workplace requirements.
Requirements and guidance straight from the source
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, when applicable
- EPA Selected Registered Disinfectants
- Your state cosmetology, esthetics, or health board
Isn't it expensive?
DuraVie costs more up front than a stack of towels, and it is designed to. A single cover replaces countless disposable coverings and towels over its working life, along with the laundering, bleaching, and replacing that come with them.
Most of that cost is recurring and easy to overlook until you add it up. DuraVie turns an ongoing expense into a one-time investment, and how quickly it pays back depends on your service volume and current supply and laundry costs.
Will it stay in place, and is there a learning curve?
DuraVie has more substance than a traditional towel and conforms naturally to the body's contours. For body services, it is designed to be positioned, folded, and tucked according to the treatment and the client's preferred coverage. Proper draping and positioning help reduce shifting during the service.
It works differently from a towel, but it does not require you to relearn how to drape. When used as a work-surface cover, it simply becomes part of your existing station setup and reset between clients.
Can DuraVie replace every towel or disposable in my practice?
No, and it isn't intended to. DuraVie provides a reusable alternative for specific jobs currently handled by certain towels, disposable coverings, and treatment-surface barriers.
What it can replace depends on the services you provide and how you use it. DuraVie is not an all-or-nothing system. Use it where it makes sense for your services, workflow, clients, and business, while continuing to use other supplies where they remain the better choice.
Using DuraVie
What happens when wax, polish, gel, adhesive, or residue gets on it?
DuraVie was engineered with this part of professional work in mind. Its modified surface helps wax, adhesive, nail products, dust, lint, and everyday debris clean away rather than cling to the surface.
Some products, such as nail polish or gel residue, require an appropriate cleaner such as alcohol or acetone before disinfection. Follow the Cleaning and Care Guide for complete instructions.
View Cleaning & Care GuideWill repeated cleaning and disinfection damage DuraVie?
DuraVie was developed for repeated professional use and routine cleaning and disinfection. Proper care is important to maintaining the integrity of the cover over time. Always follow the DuraVie Cleaning and Care Guide and the directions for the products you use.
View Cleaning & Care GuideDo I need special equipment or cleaning products?
No special equipment is required. DuraVie is designed to fit into the cleaning and disinfection practices already used in professional environments. Follow the DuraVie Cleaning and Care Guide for compatible cleaning and residue-removal methods, and always follow your disinfectant manufacturer's directions.
View Cleaning & Care GuideHow many DuraVie covers will I need?
That depends on your service volume, treatment types, and workflow. A solo professional may need only a small rotation, while a busy salon, spa, or educational program may need additional covers to accommodate multiple stations or services.
Shop Multi-PacksHow long does DuraVie last?
DuraVie is designed for years of repeated professional use with proper care. Actual lifespan depends on frequency of use, care, and the conditions in which it is used. Regular inspection is the best way to determine whether a cover should remain in service.
How do I know when DuraVie should be replaced?
Inspect DuraVie regularly. If it becomes cut, torn, punctured, or otherwise damaged in a way that compromises the integrity of the surface or prevents thorough cleaning and disinfection, remove it from service and replace it.
What should I avoid?
Avoid sharp objects, abrasive tools, and cleaning or handling methods that could cut, puncture, scratch, or otherwise damage the silicone. Follow the Cleaning and Care Guide for complete instructions.
View Cleaning & Care GuideWhere is DuraVie made?
DuraVie is manufactured in China to specifications developed through years of testing and refinement. Third-party material testing is documented in the DuraVie Professional Infection Control and Regulatory Reference.
Policies & ordering
What is your return policy?
Because DuraVie rests against the skin and is used in professional sanitation settings, used covers cannot be returned, for the safety of every customer. Unused covers in their original, unopened condition may be returned within 14 days of delivery.
Contact DuraVie to start a return. Original shipping is non-refundable, and return shipping is the customer's responsibility unless the item arrived damaged or defective.
Is DuraVie guaranteed against defects?
DuraVie is guaranteed against manufacturing defects in the silicone. If a cover arrives defective, contact DuraVie within 5 days of delivery for a replacement.
This guarantee does not cover damage from misuse, sharp or abrasive tools, cleaning methods outside the Care Guide, or ordinary cosmetic wear that does not affect function. Following the Cleaning and Care Guide is required to keep the guarantee valid.
View Cleaning & Care GuideDo you offer professional or educational pricing?
Professional multi-packs and educational purchasing options are available. Contact DuraVie for larger-volume or educational needs.
Contact DuraVieDo you offer local pickup?
Yes. Greater Seattle-area customers can contact DuraVie for local pickup information and a promotional code to waive shipping. Contact info@duravie.com to arrange pickup.
Where do you ship?
DuraVie currently ships within the United States. Shipping rates are calculated at checkout. Standard shipping typically arrives within 5 to 8 business days.