Common Tanning Questions
We know there is a lot of information on the internet and it would be nice to have it in one convenient location. So we compiled a list of the most common tanning quesitons that our clients have and answered them!
Where are you located?
Tropic Sun Tan is located in at 1226 N Main St in Tooele, UT. We are on the east side of Main Street directly across from Walmart.
What is the difference between UVA and UVB?
There are two basic types of ultraviolet rays that reach the earth's surface from the sun. These rays are UVB and UVA. UVB rays penetrate the top layers of the skin and are responsible for producing sunburn and play the greatest role in causing skin cancers. UVA rays penetrate the skin more deeply resulting in a tan. At Tropic Sun Tan, our beds primarily emit UVA rays.
What is Red Light Therapy?
Red Light Therapy (RLT) is a treatment that uses low wavelength red light to improve your skin's appearance, such as reducing wrinkles, scars, redness, and acne. Tropic Sun Tan offers a hybrid option that utilizes red light therapy in conjunction with uva to give you the best of both worlds!
What type of beds do you offer?
Tropic Sun Tan offers a variety of the best beds on the market to our customers! Please refer back to our UV Beds page for further details on what beds we have in our store.
How does a spray tan work?
Spray tanning is an excellent way to achieve a beautiful, bronze tan quickly without absorbing any UV radiation. It works by spraying a fine mist of DHA (dihydroxyacetone) onto the skin's surface. DHA is a natural, sugar-derived chemical that interacts with the proteins on the top layer of the skin producing a natural and dark tanning result. On its own, DHA is colorless. The browning of your skin cells is purely from the reaction. Tropic Sun Tan offers the latest VersaSpa Pro spray tan booth to satisfy our sunless customers by giving them the best and most natural spray tanning results!
How long does a spray tan last?
Usually, a spray tan will last 5-7 days depending on how often you shower and exfoliate your skin. Our VersaSpa Pro is equipped with a post session moisturizer that you can add to your basic spray session that will help you lock in your results and extend your new tan.
Do I need to make an appointment to spray tan?
No appointments are needed at Tropic Sun Tan. Simply give us a call to check on the wait times.
Do sun tan lotions expire?
Sun tan lotions do expire. Depending on which one you purchase, it can expire as early as 12 months from the date you purchased it. Make sure you are keeping your lotions up to date and storing them in a cool and dry place to maintain their effectiveness.
Why should I purchase tanning products from a salon?
Salon quality products, like tanning lotions, are only available from professional tannings salons. Products purchased online are often false advertised and not the true quaility you are paying for. Department stores and online lotions can also contain stains and dyes that can cause damage to our salon's acrylics which we try to keep so nice and clean for our customers. Talk to a salon specialist at Tropic Sun Tan for more information on getting you the skincare products you deserve.
How to get an even tan?
Getting an even tan can be super easy! Just remember to exfoliate frequently, moisterize daily with quailty tanning lotions and extenders, and make sure to visit a high end tanning salon like Tropic Sun Tan.
How do I find out more about tanning memberships?
At Tropic Sun Tan our memberships are 100% transparent with no long term commitments. You can find out more about our memberships at the top of this page or by contacting the salon. We look forward to giving you that beautiful GLOW!