How To Prepare For A Spray Tan
How to have a streak-free and even tan: Shave or wax at least 12 hours before tanning. Wear loose, dark clothes to your appointment. Exfoliate and rub-off excess, dead skin cells for an even tan. Avoid lotion before tanning, since lotions can act as a barrier on the skin and cause streaks. Tip: Instead of […]
Sunbeds are Vitamin D Machines
The Vitamin D Society of Canada recently issued a significant news release: New research reported on the vitamin D effects of tanning salon sunbeds and vitamin D. The study was published in the journal DermatoEndocrinology, and it found that standard tanning salon sunbeds are very effective in raising serum levels of vitamin D. Those who […]
Sun and Sunbeds Are More Alike Than Different
The UV portion of mid-day summer sunlight is made up of about 95% UVA light and 5% UVB light. The majority of tanning lamps in sunbeds emit essentially the same mixture, but with higher intensity, usually 2-3 times more intense. That’s why professional tanning salons control the duration of your exposure – short sessions that […]