What do you think of when you hear the words “tanning salon?” Several years ago when people were tanning themselves to highly unnatural shades of brown, the incidents of skin cancer were rising. It became taboo for a short time to be seen tanning at an indoor salon – but people kept on doing it; only it became safer and performed more in moderation. Balance is essential, too much of a good thing is always bad whether it relates to tanning or anything else.
Since moving past the time period of general concern, people have realized acquiring a good tan is not only relaxing, but good for the soul. Everyone loves to have a little color on their skin, and visiting a tanning salon to do it can actually be a safer, more effective way to give yourself the gift of a little kiss from the sun. It’s still important to be careful, the only reason it is safer is because you are able to monitor how long you’re in the tanning booth for. You must still take proper precautions to protect yourself from over-exposure to the rays. Precautions include paying attention to any medications you might be taking, as some can cause an increase in skin sensitivity to UV light, as well as wearing the eye protection for the entire length of the session.
Once you have taken all the proper precautions, you’re going to have to decide what kind of salon you want to start tanning at. Some tanning salons feature more than one option for achieving your perfect shade, including UV free tanning as an alternate means. You will need to figure out how many sessions you plan on doing each week or month so you can buy the appropriate number of sessions in advance and be ready to go. Sometimes you can save money by purchasing multiple sessions, as well as buying memberships (when required) and session blocks during promotional periods. Other salons however, simply stick to a consistent price.
Finding a good tanning salon that maintains their equipment properly may not be easy to distinguish from a customer’s standpoint, but when you find a good salon you can tell the difference. If a consistent, high-quality tan is what you want and you want to ensure you’re getting it in a hygienic, clean environment, consider the service offered by Hollywood Tans. With over 20 years in the business and over 100 salons nationwide, they’re unquestionably one of the best.
