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What is the benefit of UVA High Pressure Tanning ?
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What is the difference between low pressure and high pressure equipment?
Low pressure units emit both UVA & UVB at a lower energy level. Low pressure units are the traditional beds you normally think of when you think of tanning beds. To build your base tan in low pressure units, you'll usually start off with about ½ of the recommended maximum tanning time and increase by a minute or two with subsequent visits*. High pressure units give you immediate results. By filtering out the UVB rays (burning rays), you can tan quickly without burning. Manufacturers normally recommend 4 sessions within 7-10 days in order to build your base in a high pressure unit and then 1 - 3 sessions a month to maintain it. DO NOT BE FOOLED. MANY SALON STATING THEY HAVE HIGH PRESSURE TANNING BEDS IN FACT DO NOT. HOW TO TELL THE DIFFERENCE BELOW.
A High Pressure bed does not have long tube like lamps in the top or bottom. The Bed has square blue filter panels in the top of the bed with small lamps that are specially designed so you do not get the harmful rays.
Clients benefit from: Also, in response to UVB, our skin’s outer layer thickens as a natural barrier to exposure. It is this thickening that contributes to the appearance of aging and fine-line wrinkling. ULTRABRONZ tanning beds contain .05% UVB.
Compare this to about 17.5% UVB from the sun and about 6-10% from conventional beds.
- A healthier, natural, longer-lasting tan
- Deeper, darker colouration
- Reduced risk of burning and ageing of the skin
- Improved and easier to maintain tan
- Less skin dehydration
- The skins natural cycle of exfoliation is undisturbed
Why do I feel better when I tan?
It's no big secret, when you look good, you feel great! Experts have known for years that there are many psychological benefits to tanning. Looking better is just one of the benefits. Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) is a condition that affects 35 million Americans during the winter. It's symptoms are mood swings, increased appetite and excessive sleeping. For years doctors have treated this condition with full-spectrum light therapy. New research, using ultraviolet light on the skin, has shown positive results as well.
A Different Type of Light
If you are afraid of going tanning because of the harmful UVB rays, you will need to worry no more with high pressure tanning beds. These new beds actually use a different type of light than most other beds and they also have a filtering system in them that helps to almost totally block the harmful rays that can be so dangerous. Ultraviolet light quartz lamps are used in these beds and they are housed beneath filter glass that is quite expensive. The special filter glass helps to keep the harmful rays from reaching your skin and causing any damage.
Less Time to Get a Great Tan
One of the main reasons that so many people really like high pressure tanning beds is because you can get a great tan in a shorter time. For a base tan, you will only need between 3-5 sessions with one of these tanning beds. Instead of having to use the tanning bed a few times each week, you will only need to use the high pressure bed a couple times a month after you have built up your base tan. Since you will not need to tan as much, using these high pressure beds can also help you to save money while still getting a great tan.
What's the connection between UV light and Vitamin D production?
Sunlight exposure (exposure to UV light) is your body's main source for Vitamin D - an essential vitamin for bone formation and repair, absorption of calcium and phosphorus and general good health. In many climates, the small amount of sunlight available from November to March makes it impossible to process Vitamin D naturally through outdoor sun exposure. That is why as much as 40% of the population suffers from Vitamin D deficiency, and more than one-third with adequate Vitamin D in their diets are still short of this important vitamin. Lack of sunlight and the resulting Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to higher risk of many health disorders, including osteoporosis and depression.
How deep can tanning rays really go?
There is an Urban Legend about a "Roasted Tanner" who supposedly roasted her internal organs by tanning too much. Don't give it a second thought. A UVA ray (the rays in tanning beds) can only travel as deep as the dermis which is the middle skin layer. UVB can't even travel that deep! There is absolutely no danger of Ultraviolet light damaging any internal organs.
Is tanning lotion really necessary?
Yes, while tanning lotion is not mandatory, it is strongly recommended and will make a big difference in the quality of your tan and your skin. Your body makes use of many ingredients in addition to UV-light to produce a tan. Indoor tanning accelerators are designed to provide you with a balanced amount of these essential ingredients to achieve a better tan. Dry skin reflects tanning rays so for best results, drench your skin with an indoor tanning lotion just prior to tanning.
Do I really have to wear eye goggles?
Yes! It is of utmost importance! Your skin can tan - your eyes can't! Federal law requires all tanning salons to supply customers with proper eye protection. This eyewear must meet federal government standards by blocking 99% of UVA and UVB rays. Closing the eyelids or using sunglasses or cotton balls is not adequate protection as the UV rays will easily penetrate these things and continue into the eyes.