Tanning Guidelines

Tanning Guideline FAQ's

How Often Can I Tan?
Do I Have To Wear Goggles?
What Does Lotion Do For Me?
Why Can't I Get Any Darker?
Why Do I Itch Whenever I Tan Lately?
What's Causing The White Spots?

A: Sunlife allows its customers to tan everyday if they wish, however we require a 24 hour time period between each tan. This is a manufacturer's recommendation,one we take very seriously. Our tan log will alert us if its been less than 24 hours since your last tan.

Q: Do I Have to Wear Goggles?

A: UV rays (UVA and UVB) are harmful to your eyes. Your eyelids alone are too thin to offer an adequate amount of protection. Sunlife provides eyewear to every customer and must be worn. Eyewear may also be purchased.

Q: What Does Lotion Do For Me?

A: Tanning accelerators and lotions aide in keeping the skin moisturized to provide you with maximum tanning results. Tanning without a lotion can cause damage by drying the skin out and will reflect up 60% of the UV rays away from your body. You will see a deeper darker tan as well as maintain it longer when using a Professional indoor tanning product. DO NOT use outdoor tanning products such as oil or spray as it causes a film on the bed acrylics and actually can inhibit your skin from tanning.

Q: Why Can't I Get Any Darker?

A: Depending on how often you tan, you may find you hit a plateau and you aren't getting any darker. Sunlife offers a variety of tanning bed equipment with varying features, and outputs of UVA,UVB. You should rotate between beds to achieve the best possible tan. In addition to trying a different bed, you may want to try a bronzing or sizzle lotion or complement your tan with our VersaSpa Sunless Tanning

Q: Why Do I Itch Whenever I Tan Lately?

A: Please refer to our medications list in the salon prior to tanning. Some medications can cause a negative reaction to UV light such as redness or itching. Please check with your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking a photosensitive medication. Itchiness can also be caused by a slight heat rash which will go away. Wait a day or two before you tan again.

Q: What's Causing the White Spots?

A: If you're seeing white spots on your skin after tanning it could be caused by one of the following conditions. Pressure points may be created by the position you lay on the tanning bed. These pressure points are mainly your shoulder blades,tail bone and backs of the calves, restricting blood flow and preventing tanning in those areas. You may also notice something called "sun spots" caused by a fungus originating on your scalp that falls onto the upper body. These small spots just don't tan. A third reason you may see white spots is due to Vitiligo. These are areas on the body that don't produce melanin, usually irregularly shaped patches of skin. See your physician for a proper diagnosis.

Customer Testimonials

Comment cards are available in the salon or you can e-mail us. We love hearing from you, especially suggestions! We hope you take the time to let us know how we're doing. Here is what some of our customers have to say...

"I have been going to another tanning salon for awhile and decided to give Sunlife a try, why did I wait so long! You have a great selection of beds and never a wait!" - Sam 12-18-09

"What a Professional staff and clean salon!: -Amanda 9-28-09

"I have tried several sunless tanning machines, and your Versaspa is by far the best yet! " -Jill 7-15-09

"I came in asking about a certain product (which you guys don't carry) and was greeted with VERY friendly staff. You guys sure know your stuff. I learned so much. I have a been member for a couple of years, but haven't tanned in awhile. I am for sure going to start tanning again. Thank you for the great service. Keep up the wonderful work" K.O. 9-30-08

"I absolutely LOVED the VersaSpa! I might just do this now...I love the tan I got from it and it was instant! -T.Z. 2/08

"The spray tan was GREAT! It looked so natural and I am so happy that I got it done - you did a great job! I already told a bunch of my girlfriends so they will be coming in this month to try it out too. I will be back for another one..." -J.H. 4/7/07

"The most friendly and knowledgeable staff of any salon!" -Nicole 7-23-08

"Always look forward to see what is new at the salon! -T.S. 8-1-08

Tanning Cambridge, Minnesota