Q: How does the tanning process work?
A: UVA and UVB rays are both needed to produce a tan. Tanning beds provide both UV rays. Each type of bed has a different ratio of the two rays in order to give a different result. UVB rays signal melanocytes to produce melanin and raise it to the surface. UVA oxidizes the melanin previously produced, turning it brown. UVA also penetrates deeper, lasting longer, which means UVB does not penetrate as deep and is quicker to fade.
Q: What is a tingle lotion?
A: As we previously learned, you get darker by the UVA ray oxidizing the melanin in your skin. A tingle gets the blood and melanin flowing in your skin, bringing it to the surface of your skin, this is what causes the reddening effect. By getting everything to the surface of your skin, it causes the melanin to oxidize faster. The more oxygen your melanin is exposed to, the darker it turns. Tingles cause you get to darker than you're normally allowed to get. This lotion is best if people have "plateaued" or they have difficulty tanning a certain body part, ex: legs.Tingles do, however, cause you to get red for a couple hours and its similar to feeling burnt. It does go away within a few hours, though. You should not put tingles on your face!
Q: What kind of benefits does indoor tanning have?
A: There are lots of benefits you can get from indoor tanning. It can help treat Seasonal Affective Disorder, Psoriasis, Acne, Jet Lag, Osteoporosis, Eczema, and even PMS! You can also adjust duration and exposure with indoor tanning which can minimize the risk of sunburn! However, if you are on medication for some skin conditions, you could possibly be very sensitive to UV light, so check with your doctor!
Q: Why do I need to use a lotion, and why can't i use normal moisturizers?
A: If your skin is dry, the UV light will refect off of it and if your skin is moisturized, your skin can absorb the UV light. Normal moisturizers and tanning oils can actually cloud and crack our acrylic beds, they also can block the UV rays from penetrating your skin! Our indoor tanning lotions have lots of nutrients and vitamins that actual help you get tanner faster and help you keep your tan longer. We also have lotions that have other benefits such as hemp, silicone, anti-aging, anti-cellulite, etc.
Q: Why develop a base tan?
A. Your body's natural protection against the sun is a base tan. The increased melanin surrounds the DNA cells, which helps protect them. Your skin also thickens protecting the layers below the epidermis. Without this protection, sunburn is more likely to occur, therefore damaging the skin cells. Always follow the golden rule of tanning: NEVER SUNBURN!
Q: Tell me about your spray tans!
A: Our SunFX spray tans are done by hand. This ensures that you will get the best coverage possible! Our sprays are made by appointment only, so call and set one up! they last about 4-6 days depending on how well you take care of it!
Q: What do I do before and after I get a spray?
A: You need to shave and exfoliate right before your spray! After your spray is done, you cannot shower or work out for a few hours. Wait as long as you can! The first shower will even out your tan. Do not exfoliate in the shower and instead of wiping your skin dry, just pat dry! Also, keep your skin moisturized!