Understanding Stand-Up Tanning Booths
Stand-up booths have stronger rays than tanning beds. The UV rays are more intense, increasing melanin for a darker tan. For deeper than a “sun-kissed” look, stand-up booths are better.
Tanning Costs and Safety Tips
Monthly rates for tanning average $20-$55. Zoom Tan charges $12 per visit or $59 monthly for unlimited visits. Merely closing eyes in a sunbed does not offer full eye protection. UV damage from sunbed lamps can cause long-term eye and skin damage. Goggles should be worn.
Tanning Booth Usage
Stand-up booths tan faster with 10-15 minutes versus 20 minutes for tanning beds. Level 3 beds offer faster, deeper tans with lower UV rays and more UVA rays. Tanning beds are not safer than the sun. Stand-up booths should be used responsibly, slowly increasing time as skin adjusts. First-time users or those with sensitive skin should be very careful since stand-up booths often use stronger bulbs. Stand in the center for an even tan. Prepare before tanning by exfoliating and removing dead skin cells since tanning focuses on the top skin layer. Ease into tanning and slowly build time in the booth.