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Frequently Asked Questions
IS TANNING GOOD FOR YOU?
All of the latest research indicates a resounding YES. A tan is a very natural process and these studies are proving that moderate year-round indoor tanning is critical in maintaining optimal vitamin D levels and overall good health. They also show that most people are over-using sunscreen and not receiving the many benefits of regular sun exposure. Visit www.tanningtruth.com for more information.
How do you make your tan darker and last longer?
1. The key is to always use an indoor tanning accelerator every visit. Never tan dry. Dry skin is very reflective actually slowing down the tanning process. Daily moisturizers, bleach free shower products, and exfoliating scrubs are also critical and should be used to keep your skin in great tanning shape.
2. Get on a regular schedule - twice a week is super. Also try tanning in many different types of our tanning systems. They all tan a little different and we have 4 different types to choose from. Ask one of our certified Urban Sun Tanning Consultants for a recommendation based on your needs.
Why are tanning lotions necessary?
Tanning without a lotion will deplete your skin of its much-needed moisture. Indoor tanning lotions can help stimulate the production of melanin, your skin’s natural dark pigment, so that your skin tans more quickly, gets darker and keeps its tan longer. Plus, our lotions have moisturizers that keep your skin soft and healthy. Premium lotions deliver vitamins, moisturizers, natural oils and other ingredients to revitalize the skin and encourage melanin production .
What are upgrades and why should you use them?
Upgrades are sessions to higher intensity beds that utilize a very high performance lamp. These beds are designed so that you maximize your melanin production and get darker and longer lasting results. Depending on your membership, most customers can tan on these beds for 50% off their normal price. Ask about the buy 4, Get 1 FREE Special.
Why can you only tan once in a 24 hour period?
Studies have proven the tanning process takes about 24 hours to complete after a normal session. Tanning more than once during this time period can result in sunburn. As a result, Urban Sun follows the 24-hour guideline. The new technology lamps used at Urban Sun ensure you receive superior results every time you visit, thus requiring less visits to the salon to achieve and maintain your Urban Sun tan.
Can you tan and use Mystic Tan in the same visit?
Yes, many customers tan in their favorite tanning bed first, then they will use Mystic Tan immediately after. The result – a deep, dark bronze tan!
Determining up front the tan plan that’s right for your unique skin type is key to achieving and maintaining a natural-looking glow. Review these tanning plans below for a look at some of our satisfied customers’ tanning techniques.
Scenario 1: You have a hot date this weekend, and you need a tan pronto.
Your recommended tanning method and products
Get one Mystic Tan ® session and use MysticLife™ after-tan lotion, so your tan will last longer. Or, if you have a few days to work with, purchase a small package of sessions in the Level 3 Classic 450 UV tanning bed and Black Designer Skin™ lotion, along with one Mystic Tan ® session to use on your fourth day.
Scenario 2: You’re going on a cruise next month, and you want to make sure you have a good base tan so that you don't burn on your first day out.
Your recommended tanning method & products
Choose the Level 3 Turbo 450 membership and begin your UV tanning sessions to initiate a base tan. Work your way up to 12 minutes and then upgrade to a Level 4 bed to enrich your tan. Men: Use California Tan™ PotenC lotion, which delivers skin the ultimate in concentrated, UV-activated Vitamin C age-defense and high performance tanning for powerful, dark color. Not only is the dark blue bottle manly, you can use this lotion outdoors, and it won’t leave you feeling greasy or stick to you on the beach. Women: Use California Tan™ Ionyx, whose Triple Bronzing Complex gives you an instant, rich tan along with dramatic dark color that last 5 to 8 days.
Scenario 3: You’re getting married in a few months, and you want to look your best at the altar.
Your recommended tanning method & products
Purchase a Level 3 Classic 450 Three Month Unlimited Membership and use Designer Skin™ Intrigue Natural Bronzing Lotion. Enriched with Opti-Glow™ accelerators, Intrigue will leave you with a more radiant appearance and a healthy looking, rosy glow. Start your first UV session at 6 minutes, then increase your time by 1 to 2-minute intervals. Once you reach 12 minutes, upgrade to a Level 4 Classic 600 bed or Level 4 Avantgarde. After you max out at 10-12 minutes in your Level 4 bed, move up to a Level 5 Turbo 650 bed for about 6 minutes. Wow: You’re a knock-out!
Scenario 4: You already have a base tan but you want to get darker.
Recommended tanning method & products
Select a Level 5 Turbo 650 Membership and a Mystic ® Package. For your initial UV tanning session, opt for the Classic 650, one of the most intense tanning beds to date, with 12 high-pressure lamps that span its canopy and produce 6,000 watts of power. Adjustable facial lamps allow you to enjoy a full session at the power level you desire – the ultimate in tanning results and luxury. Use California Tan ™ CT Seven with dark Quatro Bronzers and fresh ocean breeze with white jasmine scent for the deepest, darkest and longest lasting tan possible.
Scenario 5: You like to relax in a UV bed during your lunch hour a couple times a week.
Recommended tanning method & products
Tan in our Level 3 Classic 450 bed for longer, if you like, or tan in a powerful Level 4 Classic 600 bed for less sesions and more color.
Scenario 6: Is it OK if you do both a UV Tanning Bed and the Mystic Tan?
Recommended tanning method & products
Yes; we call this the “tanning cocktail.” UV tanning helps open up your pores so when you do the sunless spray immediately afterwards, your tan goes deeper. You’ll look fabulous!
Read more about the NUMEROUS BENEFITS of Tanning…
http://www.tanningtruth.com
Sunscreens can block vitamin D
Many doctors say ultraviolet light from the sun or a tanning machine is dangerous because of the skin cancer risk, but increasingly others disagree. NBC's Robert Bazell reports.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/4001172/from/ET/
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