Blog Entries tagged 'indoor tanning'

Rhode Island Seeks to Further Limit Teen Tanning

rwilson@etstan.com — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Parents generally have some serious say-so in their children�s lives up to age 18, when they legally become adults. And as such, many states require parental permission to allow teens to tan at an indoor tanning salon.

However, now in Massachusetts, state lawmakers are proposing to go a step further, and require a complete ban on indoor tanning for anyone under the age of 16 � and Rhode Island is likely to follow. This is leaving many tanning salon proprietors scratching their heads i [...]

Missouri Wants to Ban Teen Tanning

rwilson@etstan.com — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Missouri will be joining the ranks of 16 states that are considering legislation to limit or ban teens’ use of indoor tanning salons . Legislative proposals range from requiring parental consent, to requiring a doctor’s note, to outright banning of minors.

This is in addition to the 29 states which already have restrictive indoor tanning laws for teens on the lawbooks.

Proponents of such limitations say it’s for the protection of minors, much like [...]

What if They Ask: Can I Tan With Baby Oil?

rwilson@etstan.com — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0100

It’s almost the stuff of urban legends – the famous (or infamous) baby oil tan.

For years people on beaches and in backyards slathered themselves down with baby oil to get a deep, dark tan. And it worked. People who could tan would find they did tan when they “laid out” coated with baby oil.

Those were also the days of some pretty serious bikini lines.

But as always, times have changed, and so have people’s tanning accout [...]

What if They Ask: Can I Tan On a Cloudy or Cool Day?

rwilson@etstan.com — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Seasons come and seasons go, and along with them, warm weather. Clearly it’s more desirable to lay in the sun during the warm, balmy temperatures of summer than during the more chilly temperatures of spring and fall.

Still, personal comfort aside, does the temperature affect the ability to tan? Do you get goose-bump patterns if you’re cold? (The answer is, of course, no.) What about laying out on a cloudy day – is that a waste of time, or is there a silver lining [...]

Delaware Bill Would Limit Teen Tanning

ceo@jkamerica.com — Wed, 27 May 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Some lawmakers in Delaware would like to see kids getting their parents’ permission to use tanning salons. A bill sponsored by Sen. Bethany Hall-Long would not allow teens 14 to 17 to use indoor tanning salons unless they had a consent form signed by a parent or guardian in the presence of a tanning facility operator. Those under the age of 14 would be totally prohibited from using tanning salons, unless medically prescribed by a doctor.

Delaware is following in the footstep [...]

How to Protect Your. . . uh, Self While Indoor Tanning

rwilson@etstan.com — Fri, 22 May 2009 01:00:00 +0100

In past posts, we've talked about how you can tan naked to eliminate tan lines , and to make sure you're getting a healthy-looking tan all over.

What we haven't talked about is how to protect your. . . uh, personal areas while you're spending time in a tanning bed.

Why? Well, apparently, over-exposure to UV rays can actually cause sterility. And because the tip of the male penis is ac [...]

Who Should NOT Use Tanning Beds

rwilson@etstan.com — Wed, 13 May 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Not everyone can enjoy the benefits of indoor tanning. People who have an exceptionally fair skin type, are pregnant, have a photosensitivity to light, or are currently taking medications that may cause photosensitivity, then tanning may not be for them.

As a tanning salon owner, you need to check with your customers to see if they fall into any of the following categories. This can help you avoid angry customers, or worse, legal trouble.

People With a Type 1/Fair S [...]

Indoor Tanning Tips

rwilson@etstan.com — Tue, 12 May 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Indoor tanning works, but how well it works often depends on you, the tanner. Follow these tips to get a golden tan with serious staying power:
Avoid the Shower Before and After you TanYou shouldn't shower right before you tan. Showering can actually strip the body of its natural oils and you want your skin to be as moist as possible to both help the tan develop and prevent your skin from drying out.

Showering right after a visit to the tanning salon is also going to wreak h [...]

The Four (or Six) Skin Types for Indoor Tanning

rwilson@etstan.com — Mon, 11 May 2009 01:00:00 +0100

If you're going to start indoor tanning, you should begin with at least an understanding of the different skin types and where you fall within that spectrum. Why? Because the tanning needs and restrictions for Type 2 skin are going to vary compared to, say, Type 4 skin.

We provide all of this information to our tanning salon owners. If you're new to tanning, any salon owner can (and should) be able to provide you with this information.

Protect Your Eyes During Tanning

rwilson@etstan.com — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Whether it�s outdoors or indoors, tanning is a very relaxing and a great way to escape the everyday problems and stresses life throws at you. But safety must be followed, not only for the skin, but the eyes. Like outdoor tanning, you must protect your eyes while using a tanning bed . It�s very important to use some sort of protection and closing your eyes isn�t the answer.

�Why? What�s wrong if I just [...]

Why You Should Rotate Tanning Lotions

rwilson@etstan.com — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Believe it or not, using a single tanning lotion is not a good idea when trying to tan at an indoor salon .

Tanning lotion was first used in the 1960s and has evolved from one basic lotion to many different varieties. There are two main varieties, outdoor and indoor tanning lotion. Indoor tanning lotion is designed to amplify the effects of ultraviolet light rather than block them. This is usually done by using ingredients that promote tanning by increasing the blood flow to the skin, [...]

Texas Wants to Ban Tanning for Teens

rwilson@etstan.com — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0100

After solving the economic crisis, immigration issue, and all crimes and poverty, the Texas legislation is now considering a bill to make it harder for Texas teens to use tanning beds . Supporters of the bill have compared its importance to the law which makes it illegal for teens to buy cigarettes.

Naturally, this bill is getting a strong reaction from both sides--the ones trying to enforce the law and the ones against it, the teens and not surprisingly, the tanning salon owners.

Why Tan in Different Tanning Beds

rwilson@etstan.com — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:00:00 +0100

Bed hopping is (depending on where your loyalties lie) generally frowned upon in society.

However it's perfectly fine to do so in the tanning salon industry. In fact, it's encouraged and done without judgment of the moral character of the person who does it. Bed hopping is the norm and is highly recommended.

There are three great reasons why you should tan in a different bed--which does sound better than bed-hopping.

So why should you tan in a different bed?

Tanning News Roundup - Friday, March 27, 2009

rwilson@etstan.com — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:00:00 +0100

It's like a line of dominoes. After Utah and Florida started banning teen tanning, other states have quickly been falling. In Arkansas, the state senate passed a bill, 34 - 1, that will require a parent or guardian's consent before teenagers can use indoor tanning facilities.

We found this one on our own local NBC station, WTHR. Hollywood Tans will celebrate TanNation Independence Day by offering free tans to all customers in participating salons on April 4, 2009. Customers can sign [...]

How to Ensure Smooth Tanning Bed Installations

etstanningbeds+susan@gmail.com — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Installing tanning beds is one of those details whose timing is critical. There is actually a bad time and a good time to install tanning beds. Finding the right time can make everything go smoothly, keep installation times short, and can even save money. A bad time can result in damaged beds and delayed openings.

Installing a bed while the building contractors are still working is risky. It's just sm [...]