Tanning Tips

Blue Lagoon Tanning Salon believes that education is the key to tanning your skin correctly. If you are taking any medications, please let one of our employees know. Some medications may increase sensitivity to ultraviolet light.

Avoid using loofahs or body poufs in the shower or bath. These products increase your natural rate of exfoliation. Remember, tans don't fade. They naturally exfoliate with your skin every 28 days. Lack of moisture and harsh products such as loofahs will increase this cycle.

Remove all makeup before tanning. Most makeup products contain SPF's that are not necessary when tanning in a controlled environment. Some cosmetic products may even contain ingredients that will increase your sensitivity to ultraviolet exposure.

Skin types recognized by the medical profession are listed below.

• Skin Type I
  • Always burns, never tans.
  • Little to no tan.
• Skin Type II
  • Always burns, sometimes tans.
  • Minimal tan.
• Skin Type III
  • Sometimes burns, always tans.
  • Tans gradually.
• Skin Type IV
  • Never burns, tans readily.
  • Tans easily, light brown.
• Skin Type V
  • Moderate skin pigmentation.
  • Tans darkly, dark brown.
• Skin Type VI
  • Marked skin pigmentation.