What process is used to remove germs from surfaces between clients?

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Disinfecting surfaces between clients is the step used to remove germs from work areas. After cleaning away visible dirt, you apply a surface disinfectant and leave it for the recommended contact time so it kills or inactivates most germs that could be transferred to the next client. This is the appropriate level of protection for surfaces that touch skin or come into contact with clients, balancing effectiveness with practicality. Cleaning alone removes dirt and some germs but doesn’t reliably eliminate the broader range of pathogens. Sterilization is reserved for instruments that penetrate the body or enter sterile areas, not routine surface cleaning. Cross-contamination prevention is a broader safety approach that includes this practice plus other hygiene measures, but the specific action for reducing germs on surfaces between clients is disinfection.