Skin Care Products

How are Professional grade lotions better than what I can purchase at the supermarket or other brands of lotions?

Professional grade lotions are "bio-engineered" for indoor tanning. Over the counter lotions do not contain the necessary ingredients that will maximize your tanning results and extend the life of your tan. Moreover, mass-market products do not replenish any lost moisture during the tanning session as effectively. Unlike professional grade products, there are some bronzers in the marketplace that contain too high a percentage of DHA (bronzer), or even contain low quality bronzing agents that produce unnatural and unattractive tanning results. professional grade bronzers are "low-maintenance", meaning they utilize the purest quality of DHA in conjunction with the perfect amount of bronzing agents to enhance the natural level of tan without staining or streaking or developing into an unnatural orange color.

I think I tan better without a lotion. So why should I use one?

Indoor tanning and UV exposure can be dehydrating to the skin. Professional Grade lotions will help to replenish any moisture that has been depleted during the tanning session, thereby improving your results. Not only will you get a darker tan, you will tan more quickly and it will last longer. In addition, professional grade  lotions contain specific ingredients that promote tanning and melanin synthesis. 

Can I use tanning lotion on my face?

The facial area is much more delicate and more likely to have allergic reactions in comparison to the rest of the body. In fact, fragrance is one of the most common reasons for cosmetic allergic reactions on the face. That is why we recommend using products specifically designed for the delicate facial area. We carry facial accelerators and bronzers that are fragrance free and/or hypoallergenic that are specifically designed for the face.

How does tingle work? What does it do?

Tingle products deliver a warming, reddening effect on the skin. The active ingredient in tingle lotions is Benzyl Nicotinate. Tingle products increase the skin cell's microcirculation and oxygenation to produce deep, dark tanning results. Tingles are for advanced tanners and are not recommended for beginning tanners or individuals with sensitive skin. Tingle products are also effective on hard to tan areas such as women's legs. TINGLE ADVISORY WHEN HANDLING INFANTS: As with all tingle products, extra care should be taken when handling children as the reddening effect could be transferred to skin even hours after use.

How can I stop the tingle action on the skin?

Most salons should carry a stop action type product. If not try a daily moisturizer to mitigate the heat sensation. This will not stop the tingle, but it will alleviate it to a certain extent. Taking a shower with "COOL WATER" and mild soap will also help ease the tingle. Never use warm or hot water as this will open up the pores and cause an even greater, intense tingle sensation.

How does a bronzer work?

Bronzers provide bronze gratification from immediate cosmetic bronzers such as caramel and walnut extract as well as from DHA sunless tanning agents, which oxidize over a few hours with natural proteins in the skin to develop even deeper, darker results. It's recommended waiting at least 4 hours to shower after tanning with any bronzer to ensure results.