I’ve never tanned indoors before, what should I expect?

Tanning in a salon for the first time can be a bit intimidating, but rest assured when you visit Planet Bronze for the first time our salon associates will take the time to walk you through the entire process step-by-step. When you visit our salon feel free to ask any questions and make sure to voice any concerns so we can ensure your experience is relaxing and enjoyable.
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Do I really need to wear eyewear?

Eyewear is REQUIRED. Proper federally approved protective eyewear made for indoor tanning that blocks over 99% of UV light is required at all times while exposed to UV light at Planet Bronze.

Avoid EYE DAMAGE. Even short periods of exposure to ultraviolet light can lead to both temporary and long-term damage of the eyes. UV rays can cause eye burns, cataracts, and other vision problems that often are cumulative and irreversible.

Closing your eyes will NOT PROVIDE PROTECTION. Eyelids are too thin to provide protection for your eyes; UV light will penetrate straight through your eyelids and may damage your eyes.

TIPS to avoid “raccoon eyes” and other tan lines from eyewear. Eyelids and the skin directly around the eyes do not tan. Most eyewear on the market today is very low profile to provide complete protection without covering more skin than necessary. Eyewear may be gently adjusted (without lifting) throughout your tanning session. When using a lay down bed it is not necessary to use the elastic string that may have come with your eyewear, however it is important to maintain a light-tight seal completely around the eye.
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Can I tan with contact lenses?

Yes, it is safe to tan with your contact lenses in place. However, the body naturally loses moisture while tanning which may cause your contacts to dry out or get sticky. It is recommended to use moisturizing eye drops before and after your tanning session.
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Is indoor tanning the same as tanning in the natural sunlight?

The light emitted from a tanning lamp is the same type of light you receive from the sun (a mixture of UVA & UVB). Tanning indoors allows you to achieve more efficient and quick results than outside due to the carefully controlled conditions.
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What’s the white spot just above my tailbone, why don’t the back of my calves tan?

PRESSURE POINTS. Your skin needs three components to tan: UVA, UVB, and oxygen. The tanning bed provides the UVA & UVB and your body provides the oxygen in your bloodstream. No oxygen, no tan. When you lie still in a tanning bed there are areas that hold your body’s weight on the acrylic, mainly the lower back just above the tailbone, the shoulder blades, and for some people the back of the calves. The pressure on these areas prevents blood flow and therefore blocks the flow of oxygen. Preventing pressure points is easy, move around during your session to allow the skin to breathe. A stand-up unit is another effective solution.
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Photosensitizing Medications & Foods

Certain medications may cause your skin to be more sensitive to UV rays. We recommend thoroughly reviewing the posted list of foods, drugs, and products known to increase the photosensitivity of skin. Also before tanning check with your physician or pharmacist if you are unsure about any medications you are taking or if you have had a problem with indoor or outdoor tanning in the past.

Can I tan if I’m pregnant?

Ultraviolet light from a tanning bed does not penetrate beyond the skin, however we do recommend checking with your doctor before tanning while pregnant as there are a few issues that may be of concern including:

1. HEAT. Heat travels a lot farther than ultraviolet light into a person’s body. Pregnant women are advised to use caution with saunas, hot tubs, and the hot summer sun because it will make them uncomfortable and may make the baby uncomfortable.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. Getting in and out of a tanning bed may be difficult for a woman in advanced pregnancy; also conventional units may be too small or cramped for a mother close to delivery. Tanning bed acrylics are hard surfaces, a pregnant woman may experience discomfort when laying on the acrylic surface. At Planet Bronze we do have a Stand-Up Medium level unit that can relieve many of the physical difficulties of getting in and out of a lay down bed.

If you purchase a package while pregnant and it becomes too difficult to tan or your doctor recommends you stop tanning we will FREEZE your account until after your baby is born and your doctor gives clearance for you to begin tanning again.
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