| Step 1 |
Give yourself at least 2 weeks to 7 tanning
sessions to achieve a good base color. Do not try to rush your tan, take it slow allowing
your skin to adapt to being exposed to the tanning lamps. |
| Step 2 |
Ask an Atomic Tan
representative to help select the right tanning product for you. It is very important to
use your tanning product every time you tan. Lotions help to accelerate the tanning
process as well as help hydrate your skin. Tanning lotions and packets are available for
sale at the counter. |
| Step 3 |
Start your first tanning session anywhere
from 5 to 13 minutes. The time may vary depending on your skin type: Light
or Fair 5 to 8 minutes. Medium 7 to 10 minutes Dark 10 to 13 minutes.
If you are returning to a salon for the first time after months of non-tanning it is ok to
start slow, there are many factors involved in determining your peak time and the first
session after a long break that can help determine your future tanning time. Ask if the
lamps have been recently changed prior to tanning, if the lamps are new they will emit a
stronger light. If you choose you may want to reduce your time by 3 to 4 minutes. |
| Step 4 |
Plan on tanning every
other day when your are trying to achieve your ideal base color. |
| Step 5 |
Try to increase your tanning session time by
1-2 minutes every session until you achieve your desired color. If you feel that you have
overexposed from the last session, you may wish to keep the same time as your previous
session or reduce your time by 1-2 minutes. |
| Step 6 |
Always use your tanning
product every session. Also use an after sun lotion one hour after exposure and a
moisturizer product every day. Atomic tan carries a variety of lotions to help you acheive the best tanning results. |
