| Frequently Asked Questions... Is Tanning Safe? Your body's natural protection against sunburn is a tan. You will notice that the darker you get the longer you can go in a tanning bed. You can still burn even with a dark healthy tan so you want to practice Smart Tanning, never burn! Why use lotion? You skin needs certain things to produce and keep the healthy looking tan you desire, Oxygen and moisture. Lotions moisturize you skin helping the rays to be absorbed to do their job. Lotions are designed to improve microcirculation so that oxygen is delivered by your blood to you skin enabling the color building process. Those white spots where your skin touches the acrylic are caused by a lack of oxygen. Why does my bronzer streak? Bronzers are absorbed by dry skin, to get the best results exfoliate and moisturize. When applying bronzers use a circular motion, this will give you the most even application and consistent color. How often can I tan? As long as you leave 24 hours between sessions you can tan everyday! Is tanning indoors the same as outdoors? With indoor tanning you have a controlled environment that gives you a consistent amount of UVA and UVB rays. Outdoors there is variance throughout the day, based on the distance and angle of the sun. Is tanning is a tanning bed the same as a whole day at the beach? Can I get cooked if I tan for to long? Once again this is a myth. The waves that give you that beautiful glow are the same as those you get outdoors. If you fall asleep in the sun you wonÕt cook will you? Of course not, enjoy a restful tan! Do my parents have to give the ok? Yes, anyone under 18 must have a parent sign a release. Does a tanning bed help my body naturally produce Vitamin D just like outdoors? Yes, in fact we will be adding a number of links to help people learn about the benefits of Vitamin D! What should I wear when I tan? Well that one is up to you; some people love a tan line while others donÕt. Which group do you fall in? How often should I tan? This will depend on a number of factors such as you tanning goals and skin type. When you come in our SmartTan certified staff will help you design a program that will be the best for you! |
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Andersonville/Uptown
Chicago/Elmwood Park
Edgewater/Uptown
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