What items must be placed in a sealable plastic bag and disposed of in a biohazard container?

Latex gloves must be placed in a sealable plastic bag and disposed of in a biohazard container due to the risk of contamination they pose after use. Since gloves can come into contact with blood, body fluids, or potentially harmful pathogens during esthetician procedures, it is essential to treat them as biohazardous waste. Proper disposal minimizes the risk of infection and ensures compliance with health and safety regulations.

In contrast, while used towels may need to be disposed of or laundered depending on state regulations and the potential for contamination, they are not universally categorized as biohazard waste. Empty product containers can generally be recycled or disposed of as regular waste, as they no longer contain hazardous materials. Disposable applicators, although they could potentially be contaminated, are typically not classified in the same way as personal protective equipment, like gloves.