When you are out in the sun you cannot control the amount of UV light you are exposed to. This is because of the changes in the atmosphere. Indoor tanning is one way to regulate the amount of UV light you are exposed to. Because indoor tanning is a controlled environment, you can gradually increase your exposure time to ensure you do not sunburn.

This will depend on your skin type, the lotion you use and your current skin tone. Usually, you will begin to notice results after a few tanning sessions. If you are developing a base tan before going on a trip, or tanning for an important occasion, you should start tanning about three to four weeks before the occasion.

In order to build a base tan it is important to tan regularly in the beginning. Waiting too long between visits your tan will begin to fade. You can tan once every 24 hours, but it is generally recommended that you wait at least 48 hours in between sessions to allow your tan to fully develop. Once you have achieved your desired tan, you may maintain it by tanning once a week. Tanning more than one session a day (repeated exposure) may cause premature aging of the skin or cause skin cancer.

Since you are in a private room while tanning, you may tan in whatever you feel comfortable in, or tan nude to avoid having a tan line. However, if you are tanning an unexposed part of your body be sure to cover it up for a duration of your tanning time so that you can achieve an even tan without burning.

Yes. These lotions are specifically designed for indoor tanning. They allow your skin to tan faster, produce better results and help prolong your tan. They also help reduce and combat the signs of premature skin aging. Skin loses water to the atmosphere by diffusion through the epidermis and the sweat glands. It is necessary for the skin to maintain between 10% and 20% water to avoid dry skin conditions. Dry skin is rough, feels abnormally tight and may show signs of fine lines and wrinkles. Dry skin will not be able to reflect light from its surface uniformly giving the skin a dull appearance. This also affects UV absorption because the dry, rough skin may refract UV light. Moisturizing products improve the degree of hydration to the skin. Active moisturizing ingredients help counter the drying out of the epidermis, contributing to the skin's smoothness and elasticity while helping deliver greater tanning results.

Since you are using our premium range of tanning lotion, you should apply it sparingly from face to toe and 0.5 fl oz is just right for one application. Therefore, a bottle of 8.5 fl oz should last you about 17 tanning sessions.

Yes. Your eyelids do not provide sufficient protection against Ultraviolet light. It may cause long-term damage to your eyes although you may not experience any immediate symptoms.

Taking a shower after tanning will not wash your tan away. A natural tan takes 24 to 72 hours to develop. The tanning process occurs when Melanocytes produce the pink pigment - Melanin, the skin's natural defense against the sun. Melanin is further darkened by UVA rays and Oxygen. Melanin travels to the skin surface where it eventually flakes off. Keeping your skin hydrated and exfoliated will help maintain a more radiant and healthy-looking tan.

Cells in the epidermis germinative layer are constantly reproducing and pushing older sells upward toward the dead epidermis layer. As your skin replaces its cells, the cells laden with melanin are removed (this process happens within a month), therefore, your tan fades.

The reason for that tanning itch is dry and/or overheated skin. Itching can usually be relieved with a good skin moisturizer. Check with our staff for our extra moisturizing products with tan extender.

Tanning equipment basically imitates the sun. The sum emits 3 types of UV rays; namely UVA, UVB and UVC. Of the 3 radiations, UV-C has the shortest wavelength and is also the most harmful radiation but it is absorbed by the ozone layer and pollution. UVB, the middle wavelength, starts the tanning process but overexposure to it can cause sunburn. UVA has the longest wave length and it completes the tanning process.

There are 2 types of tanning equipment; the Low Pressure tube and High Pressure bulb. Low pressure tanning tubes (the safer of the two) use the best ratio of UVB and UVA light to provide optimal tanning results, while the High Pressure tanning bulbs emit all the 3 rays including UVC which is then filtered off. Tanning indoors provides a lower risk from overexposure by UV radiation.

No. Outdoor tanning oil/lotion is strictly prohibited.

The heated environment of the tanning bed causes the body to perspire. Perspiration disrupts the balance of bacteria on the skin, allowing the odor causing bacteria to increase in number. Due to the increase in bacteria forming on the skin it causes an unpleasant odor known as the *after tan* odor.

Ask our staff for our Australian Gold Thrust. It contains Biocide which reduces the after-tan odor.

Tanning beds are designed to maximize tanning and minimize burning. When used according to the US Food and Drug Administration's exposure guidelines people tanning indoors are exposed to a scientifically calibrated amount of UV light. Conversely, outdoor tanning is carried out in an unregulated environment. There are many factors that have to be considered when you tan outdoors: geography, time of day, weather conditions, the seasons, and the ozone layer. The best way to safeguard yourself from sun damage is to apply appropriate levels of SPF sunscreens - even if you already have a tan.

If it takes you a while to get a tan outdoors, it may be easier to get a tan indoors. You would need to start with a short exposure time and increase the exposure gradually. However, if you do not tan in the sun, it is unlikely that you will tan from tanning lamps, since they emit the same tanning rays.

When you tan in the sun you usually feel hot; this is erroneously equated with getting a tan. Although heat and UV light are both emitted by the sun, only the UV light affects tanning. This is why skiers can get sunburn even in the middle of winter. The same goes with UV lamps. If you get too hot while tanning it is either because there isn't enough air circulation due to poor ventilation or that the equipment is outdated.

It is not recommended to tan outdoors or indoors if you are taking photosensitizing medication. Consult your doctor if you are unsure.