6″ stainless steel tongs — make a surprisingly useful, dual-purpose tool in spa, salon, or hospitality settings. Here’s how and why they work well for both tea service and hot towel work:
Why They Work for Tea Service
- Tongs provide a clean, hygienic way to handle items — whether that’s sugar cubes, tea bags, or accompaniments — without bare-hand contact.
- Their small size and serrated tips give enough grip for delicate items without crushing them — ideal for sugar, lemon wedges, or small treats.
- Because they’re stainless steel, they’re easy to clean or sanitize between guests — helpful for maintaining hygiene if you serve tea to multiple clients or use them near food.
Why They Work (Especially Well) for Hot-Towel & Spa Use
- Perfect for removing hot towels from steamers/sterilizers without risking burns or discomfort — the 6" length keeps hands away from heat.
- Tongs help you avoid touching damp, warm towels directly, which supports spa hygiene and keeps service sanitary.
- Their stainless steel build is durable, corrosion-resistant, and easy to sanitize — practical for repeated use across many clients.
Pro Tips for Using Them in Both Contexts
- For tea service: use with sugar, tea bags, lemon slices or small treats; rinse or sanitize tongs between customers to avoid cross-contamination.
- For spa/hot towels: wait until towels are warm (not scalding), grip gently but firmly with the tongs to remove — avoid squeezing too tightly to prevent splashing or heat transfer.
- Keep two pairs if possible — one reserved for tea/food-adjacent items, another dedicated to towels/tools — to maintain cleanliness boundaries.
