Sun tanning beds have had a lot of bad press, but mainly this is down to misuse and not practicing sun bed safety. Used correctly they can actually help prevent burning by allowing your skin to become gradually tanned before any prolonged exposure to the sun
For example if you are planning a vacation and want to spend time on the beach (who doesn’t!), you could have a few sunbed sessions before you go. This way you can enjoy longer on the beach at the beginning of your vacation
The newer types of sun tanning beds, known as ‘high pressure’ tanning beds use specialised equipment and are much more expensive. Therefore only a few of the more classy salons have them. The regular beds do a good job but generally you will need more sessions to get the desired results
If you want to keep your tan all year round, then you will need to top up once a week. Of course if it’s more convenient then you can purchase a home sun tanning bed as there are many good ones on the market
However, you need to make sure that you do not overuse your bed. Salons now will monitor the number of sessions you have and limit them if you have had more than the allowed amount. At home there is nobody to tell you when you can and can’t use your sun tanning bed. So stick with the guildlines that come with your home tanning bed and always use good quality skin protection
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