Question 1

Is there an age restriction to use the UV Tanning Beds?

Accepted Answer

In short, YES!
UK law states that only persons over the age of 18 are permitted to use UV Tanning Sun Beds. We will ask for proof of age to anyone appearing to be under 21, This would be to be photo documentation, i.e. Passport, Driving licence pr similar with date of birth.

Question 2

Why should I use lotions?

Accepted Answer

There are a variety of lotions available from bronzers, tingles XXXXX to mention a few! Lotions act as a moisturiser and some aim to stimulate your tan. Our trained team are happy to help identify and recommend a cream suit your individual requirements.

Question 3

Can I prepare my skin for a UV Tanning Bed Session?

Accepted Answer

Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise, exfoliate and moisturise some more! Of course use your tanning cream lotion for every session.

Question 4

Are Sunbeds good for Vitamin D?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D is essential for good health.
 
Medical studies around the world have proven the benefits of Vitamin D in association with:
 
 • Cellular Health: including breast, colon and prostate cancers 
 • Bone Health: including osteoporosis, hip fractures, osteomalacia and hip fractures
 • Organ Health: including high blood pressure, hypertension and heart disease
 • Mental Health: including SAD, PMS, depression and general mood
 • Auto-immune Diseases: including multiple sclerosis, Type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis
 • Skin Disorders: including psoriasis
 • Obesity and exercise programmes
 • Sunlight is the most effective way for the body to manufacture Vitamin D. Yet in the UK and Ireland, our bodies can only manufacture Vitamin D from exposure to the sun during the months of May to October. Outside of these months, the sun is simply not strong enough.
Considered by many to be the foremost authority on Vitamin D, Dr Michael Holick (Professor of medicine, physiology and biophysics at the Boston University School of Medicine, one of the USA's top universities), recommends a daily amount of 1,000 IU is necessary to maintain a healthy level. It is very difficult to eat enough Vitamin D rich foods on a daily basis to achieve these levels. Most multi-vitamin supplements only provide 400IU of Vitamin D.
 
Unprotected UV exposure to 25% of 1 MED, 2-3 times a week is recommended by Dr Holick to ensure sufficient Vitamin D levels. Depending on skin type, this is the equivalent of about 5 minutes of unprotected UV exposure 2-3 times a week.
 
In natural sunlight the word 'unprotected' is very important, as SPF creams reduce the ability of the body to produce Vitamin D from UV exposure by up to 97%.
 
ARE YOU MORE AT RISK FROM VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY?
 
Age:The older you are, the harder it is for your skin to make Vitamin D from sunlight.
 
Lifestyle:The more time you spend indoors during daylight hours, the less opportunity you have to make Vitamin D.
 
Geographical Location:In the UK and Ireland with its relatively long winters, you get less sun over the course of the year because the sunlight isn't strong enough to make Vitamin D in the winter.
 
Race:People with very dark skin, especially those of Asian and Afro-Caribbean descent find it difficult to make Vitamin D from limited sunlight.
 
Culture:Certain cultures require their women to cover themselves entirely in heavy clothing that blocks out the sun.
 
Intestinal Diseases:For people with Crohn's disease, cystic fibrosis and certain other intestinal diseases, as the intestine cannot efficiently absorb Vitamin D from the diet or supplement.
 
YOU CAN GET THE REQUIRED AMOUNT OF VITAMIN D THAT YOU NEED FROM DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS ALONE
 
Most multivitamins only contain 400IU of Vitamin D. Vitamin D experts recommended a daily supplement of 5,000IU per day to obtain and maintain optimum levels. Vitamin D supplements provide the same benefits as sunshine but it taken in too large a dose, can cause Vitamin D toxicity, whereas sun exposure does not.
 
YOU PRODUCE VITAMIN D IN THE WINTER TIME
 
You cannot make Vitamin D in the UK and Ireland or any location above 40 degrees north in the winter months. However, if you get moderate exposure to the sun between May and October, the excess Vitamin D is stored in the body's fat, which can be released during the winter.
 
THE ELDERLY DON'T NEED AS MUCH UV EXPOSURE AS THE YOUNG
 
Your ability to manufacture Vitamin D diminishes fourfold from age twenty to age seventy. Older people are especially receptive to the alarmist warnings about excessive sun exposure and often decrease their exposure at a time when they need it most. Since Vitamin D is directly linked to bone health, this age group should be more concerned about fracturing a hip because they are Vitamin D deficient, than the risk of getting wrinkles or skin cancer.

Question 5

How many times a week can I have a session?

Accepted Answer

UK law requires us to record your attendance and regulate this to a 24 break in between sessions.

Question 6

I’ve brought a course, will my minutes expire?

Accepted Answer

Course minutes are valid 12 months from the date of purchase.
Exceptions are opening offer, promotion offers, seasonal offer or any other other

Question 7

How do I know how many minutes I need?

Accepted Answer

Sessions are determined by skin type and tanning history, It is usual to start low and increase minutes suitable to your skin type. Of course, our Trained staff are they to assist you.

Question 8

Can I tan while I’m pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Our policy is to prohibit the use of UV Tanning if you are planning or during to your pregnancy.

Question 9

How long does it take to build up a tan?

Accepted Answer

Building your tan is individual and dependant on skin type, condition of the skin, however, as an overall average you should see a difference after 4/5 sessions.

Question 10

What do I need to bring and wear?

Accepted Answer

Nothing! Some customers prefer to be naked to ensure no tan lines. however, you may wish to wear a bikini. We provide free eye goggles for your protection.

Walk-in only, no appointments necessary

Red Light Therapy

Red Light Therapy Prices & Courses

10-Minute Intro Session

£25

15-Minute Therapy Session

£35

10 × 15-Minute Sessions

£195

Monthly Unlimited Sessions

£180

Why Red Light Therapy?

Potential benefits may include:

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