ABOUT INDOOR UV TANNING
How long can I stay in the tanning bed the first time?This depends on your Individual and Unique Skin Type. Since everyone is different you should meet with a Tanline tanning consultant before beginning your tanning program. Once you complete a skin type analysis your tanning consultant will recommend the tanning time that is best for your skin. As with anything it is usually a good idea to start slowly and build. How quickly can I increase my tanning time after the first session?Most of our clients are able to increase their time by 2-3 minutes each time thereafter until reaching the maximum tan time for that particular bed. However, if you experience redness on your initial visit, you may want to take it slower. This will insure that you don't experience overexposure and will ultimately get you to your tanning goals faster.
Which beds can I use my first time at Tanline?
First time Tanline customers may use any level of our UV or spa equipment that suits their needs. Based on your skin type analysis and tanning goals, our consultants will determine your initial tan time and tanning bed. After building a base tan, most of our Tanline members us a combination of units to achieve the best results.
How often can I tan?
Our manufacturer's recommendation that you wait 24 hours between each tanning session. Tanline follows these recommended guidelines in order to prevent overexposure. Our system will keep a detailed record of your tanning history, and we will advise you if you have not waited the full 24 hours.
Are there risks involved with being exposed to UV light?
Yes, there are risks associated with too much exposure to UV light. Overexposure to Ultraviolet light causes burns. Repeated exposure may result in premature aging of the skin and skin cancer.
PROTECTING YOUR EYES
Do I have to wear eyewear while tanning indoors?
Yes, your eyes are very sensitive to UV light and should not be exposed while tanning. Sunglasses, towels, cotton balls, and closing your eyes are not adequate protection in a tanning unit. UV light is responsible for both short and long-term injury to the eyes and can easily be avoided by properly using FDA-certified eyewear. Tanline carries several types of eyewear, and your tanning consultant will gladly recommend the best eyewear option for you.
ALWAYS MOISTURIZE & USE LOTION
What is the purpose of using lotion in the tanning bed? How will it benefit me? Is it necessary?
The purpose of using a tanning accelerator/lotion is to keep your skin moisturized and to provide you with maximum tanning results. Dry skin reflects UV light, so if you are not using an indoor tanning accelerator, you can lose up to 50% of your taming session.
Can I just use a regular moisturizer or a tanning lotion purchased from a drugstore?
To lock in moisture and enhance your tanning results, you should always moisturize your skin following each tanning session. Since our product line is formulated specifically with indoor tanning in mind, We recommend our moisturizers over any drugstore-bought moisturizer. Our Lotions offer many minerals and nutrients that are key in developing and maintaining healthy skin. We carry a large selection of tanning accelerators and moisturizers to meet your needs. Just ask one of our friendly staff members.
What is TINGLE?
Tingle is an ingredient, also called Benzyl or Methyl Nicotinate, that is included in some tanning lotions. Tingle lotions increase the microcirculation in the epidermis, so that more oxygen gets to your skin. Because your skin needs oxygen to tan, the more oxygen your skin gets, the darker you will get.
Will using a tanning lotion increase my chance of burning?
Our tanning lotions are designed to be used for indoor tanning and do not include an SPF. Using tanning lotion indoors, in a controlled environment, allows you to maximize your tanning results while minimizing your chances of overexposure.
Your professional and knowledgeable Tanline tanning consultant will set the exposure time that is best for your skin type and recommend an appropriate tanning lotion. Using an indoor tanning lotion will help you to tan faster, tan darker, and stay tan longer.
What makes an accelerator tan you faster?
Since dry skin reflects UV light and since tanning accelerators moisturize skin our tanning lotions help your skin to absorb UV light, as well as fight free-radical damage and fine lines. Our lotions contain high quality ingredients, vitamins and nutrients that are needed for healthy skin. REMEMBER - healthy skin tans faster, tans darker and stays tan longer.
What can I do FOR THE BEST RESULTS AND A LONG-LASTING TAN? Using a high quality moisturizer will help replenish the vitamins and nutrients that are lost during the tanning session, keeping your skin smooth and younger looking while helping you maintain the color that you love. Another secret: switch your tanning lotion and boost your color with spray tanning session every two weeks.
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