smart tan – Tropical Tan

For most people, the occasional sunburn is just another part of summer, right up there with hot dogs, pool parties and trips to the beach. However, it’s important that we remind ourselves what sunburn really is: the severe damaging of the epidermis. And while this damage is usually minor, if it occurs frequently enough or without proper treatment, your skin may never fully recover.

How and Why to Prevent Sunburn

As we’ve already mentioned, prolonged exposure can cause damage to the epidermis (skin), commonly resulting in redness, blistering and shedding – usually called a “sunburn.” However, sunburns are not just minor inconveniences, they represent a real danger to your health. Not only are severe sunburns enough to put you in the hospital – this is commonly called “sun stroke” – but significant exposure can lead to dramatic changes in the skin, from the appearance of freckles and moles to the development of cancerous tumors and lesions. This is why it’s important to wear special lotions and make sure your skin is properly moisturized when you are in the sun.

Smart Tanning

Another way to prevent sunburns is to use a tanning salon to develop a “base tan.” This is a light browning of the skin that helps prepare the epidermis for exposure to sunlight. After all, despite the dangers of sunburn, there’s no denying that a good tan can help one appear vibrant. So if a golden summer tan is what you’re after, make sure you use the best services and equipment available to achieve it.

And one way to know that your local salon technician is properly trained is to look for a Smart Tan certification. Smart Tan Salons are more than just a tanning bed and a clock. Here you’ll receive a full skin evaluation and consultation to ensure that your skin will always be protected.

Sunburn Prevention in Joplin Missouri

Tropical Tan is the only Smart Tan certified tanning salon in Joplin, Missouri. As a Smart Tan Member, we adhere to the highest industry standards to ensure the best indoor tanning experience possible. Our team is fully trained in UV light administration, properly teaches sunburn prevention indoor and out, insists our clients wear FDA approved protective eyewear and hold tight to the highest sanitation standards.

We provide Joplin with the largest selection of beds and the newest in tanning technology. Our salon offers 9 levels of tanning including high pressure beds and the latest in UV Free spray on tanning. Enjoy our clean, cool and comfortable atmosphere before, during, and after your tan. Call us or come in to learn of the great tanning packages we have available and our monthly specials. Tropical Tan is located at 7th & Illinois. Walk-ins are always welcome! (417) 782-3900

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Tan Smart This Summer

June 20, 2013 tropicaltanjoplin

Tanning is a natural way to darken the skin, and many people feel more confident when they are less pale. While some tanners wait for the sunny summer months to acquire the tan that makes them feel the most secure, anyone can maintain the bronzed look year-round by utilizing tanning salon services.

What is Tanning?

Whether tanning indoors or outdoors, the melanocytes within the epidermis produce melanin that is absorbed by other skin cells. The melanin gets even darker when exposed to UVA light.

Skin cells are constantly rejuvenating themselves, and newer cells push up on the tanned ones after about a month of decreased exposure to both UVA and UVB light. Therefore, outdoor tanners quickly lose their summer glow as winter approaches.

Protection is Key

Ultraviolet protection is crucial whether the tan is being acquired indoors or outdoors. A sunblock should be used any time there is to be UV exposure. Depending on how deep the base tan is, the SPF necessary can vary for individuals. Indoor tanning facilities give clients access to seasoned professionals who can consult them toward the lotion that will be most effective for them.

UV Control

Strong UV rays can severely damage skin. Unfortunately for outdoor tanners, they have absolutely no control over the levels they are being exposed to. This can lead to serious sunburns. Indoor tanning facilities give the tanner the ability to adjust the UV levels, and a consultant is on staff to make sure those levels are appropriate.

Indoor Tanning Safety

Although the UV levels are controlled, there are still a few safety precautions that should be followed by the indoor tanner. The facility provides goggles, and it is important to wear them. Furthermore, the lips do not tan, so a lip balm containing SPF provides added protection.

A beautiful, year-round tan is possible. To find out how you can start, visit your local Smart Tan certified tanning salon for more information or to visit smarttan.com.

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Smart Tanning for Teens

April 18, 2013 tropicaltanjoplin

Prom

For high school students across the country, the prom is just around the corner. Everyone likes to look their best for one of the biggest school events of the year, and for a lot of students that means getting a beautiful tan.

Depending on who you are, getting a decent tan in time for prom could be just as easy as spending a little extra time in the sun or in a tanning booth. Or you can do a UV free spray on tan in the Mystic HD or the Versa Spa. Either way, Tropical Tan is committed to sunburn prevention and teaching teens and their parents about “Project Smart Teen.”

Tanning vs. Burning

It is generally accepted that younger people are more susceptible to sunburn than adults are. Yes, this includes high school students. Many people believe that getting sunburned is just part of the tanning process, one that is inevitable. This is a huge misconception. The truth is that your skin is designed to produce melanin when exposed to sunlight, which darkens the skin and helps to avoid sunburn.

Tanning is a natural process, a tan is a gradual increase in natural skin pigmentation and is your body’s natural way of building up protection against the injury of a sunburn. Keyword: build. You always want to build a tan.

Create a Base Tan

The best way to get an even tan without burning is to develop a base tan. When combined with proper sunscreen usage, a base tan will prevent burning when you’re in the sun. This is admittedly a more long-term solution to keeping a beautiful tan, but it is also one of the best. All it takes is short, regular sessions in a tanning booth, especially in the weeks before prom, vacation or before the summer season. It is important that teens who choose to tan practice Smart Tanning & sunburn prevention. Tropical Tan’s staff are Smart Tan Certified and we follow Smart Tanning guidelines. All teens and their parents must read and sign our Project Smart Teen, Smart Tanning for Teens pledge from the International Smart Tan Network before teens are allowed to tan at our facility.

Stick to Tanning Booths

You might be tempted to think that natural sunlight is best for tanning, but the truth is that people are less likely to burn when they use tanning booths. Tanning booths allow you to better control how much light you are getting, so you don’t have to worry about falling asleep or otherwise accidentally exposing yourself to too much light. That is how sunburns happen in most cases.

Always remember that there are risks involved whether you are sitting in the sun or in a tanning booth. Be very careful to take steps to prevent burning your skin. A Smart Tan certified salon can help you achieve a beautiful tan for prom without burning! Visit SmartTan.com to locate a certified salon in your area.

Smart Tanning For Teens

By practicing Smart Tanning, you develop your natural tan gradually, while reducing the chances of burning your skin.

Seven Steps to live by:

Avoid Sunburn: The Golden Rule of Smart Tanning is the indispensable rule: Don’t ever sunburn. Work with your tanning facility to build your tan gradually.
Know your Skin Type: A professional tanning facility will teach you your skin type on a scale from I to Vl and what that number means.
Use Sunscreen Correctly: Use sunscreen outdoors correctly – even if you tan indoors. Apply a full-spectrum sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays before heading outside for best results. You can develop a tan outdoors while wearing sunscreen.
Protect Your Eyes: When outside, protect your eyes with sunglasses that block the UVA and UVB rays. Always wear proper indoor tanning protective eyewear when tanning in a salon.
Be Serious About Your Medications: Some medicines (including many antibiotics, acne medications and birth control pills) can make your skin more susceptible to sunburn and splotches. Talk to your tanning salon staff if you are taking any medications.
Practice Makes Perfect: Like school and sports, avoiding sunburn is an everyday job. Make sunburn protection a habit.
Give Yourself Time to Tan: Important events like prom, spring break, vacation and graduation take time to get ready for…so does tanning. Talk to your salon staff to get on a schedule that works for your skin type & your tanning goals.

Smart Tanning for Prom in Joplin

Tropical Tan is the only Smart Tan certified tanning salon in Joplin. As a Smart Tan Member, we adhere to the highest industry standards to ensure the best indoor tanning experience possible. Our team is fully trained in UV light administration, properly teaches sunburn prevention indoor and out, insists our clients wear FDA approved protective eyewear and hold tight to the highest sanitation standards.

Call us or come in with any questions you may have about smart tanning for prom. Tropical Tan is located at 7th & Illinois. Walk-ins are always welcome! (417) 782-3900

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Tanning Truths

How Skin Tans

February 14, 2013 tropicaltanjoplin

Dark, glowing skin has an undeniable allure. The secret to beautiful bronzed skin is within our own skin cells, waiting to beunlocked by natural or artificial sunlight.

What Exactly Is A Tan?

Tanning is your body’s method of increasing your natural protection against sun exposure. It is caused by your skin being flooded with melanin, the pigment that gives color to your skin, eyes and hair. The uppermost layer of your skin, called the epidermis, contains specialized cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes react to UVB exposure and produce pinkish melanin. UVA rays then react with melanin, turning it darker.

Getting A Beautiful Tan

A gorgeous tan relies on exposure to UVA and UVB light. Both summer sun and tanning beds contain about 95% UVA and 5% UVB wavelengths. Tanning beds, however, provide more consistent exposure and much stronger concentrations of light. This lets you tan quickly and evenly. Prepping your skin for tanning can help you achieve the color and glow you desire.

Avoiding Sunburn

A sunburn is the result of your skin being damaged by overexposure to UV light. The red color is caused by blood rushing to the surface of your skin to help repair it. Tanning beds make it easy to control the intensity of light you are exposed to and for how long you are exposed. This can help you avoid burning.

Prolonging Your Tan

It takes about a month for your body to shed and regrow new skin, taking your tan with it. However, if your skin is dry and unhealthy, it will shed more quickly. Keeping your skin hydrated is key for prolonging the life your tan. Moisturize your skin and drink plenty of water.

For an even, long-lasting tan, take a trip to your local Smart Tan certified tanning salon. Not only will tanning beds give you consistent results, the salon technicians can help you prep and hydrate your skin to maintain the tan you want.

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Tanning for Teens: The Smart Way

February 8, 2013 tropicaltanjoplin

Whether it is for spring break or prom, more teens are getting involved with indoor and outdoor tanning. No matter the reason, it is important to teach teens the smart way to tan to decrease their risk of sunburn and skin damage. Our tanning salon is equipped and our staff is trained to assist teens in making smart tanning choices.

The Truth About Sunburn

Sunburn prevention is the first step of smart tanning for teens. When the skin is burnt, especially on a young person, it can cause serious damage later in life. According to a recent study, approximately 83 percent of teenagers who develop a tan in a salon and properly use sunscreen are less likely to get sunburn than those who do not.

Tanning is a Natural Process

While burning is harsh on the skin, the gradual tanning of the skin is a natural process that involves the production of melatonin and an increase of pigmentation. Essentially, a tan is the body’s way of protecting itself against sunburn, building up over time. Studies show teens who build up an indoor tan will be well prepared against an outdoor burn.

Tanning the Smart Way

Here are a few simple steps to keep in mind about smart tanning:

Never burn your skin. Burning the skin can cause limited to severe damage to young skin and must be prevented at all costs.
Use the right tools. Smart tanning should involve the proper equipment, including sunscreen and goggles. Being well acquainted with these products should become habitual so they are effective.
Take your time. This process is gradual. Teens should take it slow when it comes to developing an indoor tan so that the body can naturally build up a barrier against sunburn.

For more information on Smart Tanning, visit your local Smart Tan certified salon or visit the website SmartTan.com.

Smart Tanning for Teens in Joplin

Call us or come in with any questions you may have about smart tanning for teens. Tropical Tan is located at 7th & Illinois. Walk-ins are always welcome! (417) 782-3900

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Tanning Truths

Positive Effects of Tanning

January 18, 2013 tropicaltanjoplin

Many people have preconceived notions about tanning. They receive information from all over the web, television, and from their friends. Tanning is not just an activity that can be done outdoors in the Caribbean, but also can be done in Joplin, Missouri!

Research & Consideration

Before tanning, be sure to review guidelines provided by your tanning salon and any other trusted resources such as TanningTruth.com or SmartTan.com. It is important to make sure you are considering your body and the effects tanning will have on it. Everyone is different. Bodies produce different amounts of vitamins, they have different personalities and feelings, and their skin tans differently. We are all unique so tanning will be a unique experience for each individual. Despite some unsubstantiated hype about tanning, there are many positive results that tanning can provide.

Ultraviolet Light

Tanning can provide an ample source of UVA and UVB light, which enables you to have a positive experience. Just like tanning outdoors can make you feel relaxed and fantastic, so can tanning indoors. The warmth and ability to relax, especially during those winter months, can be just the stress reliever that you need. Many people feel refreshed and have a new sense of motivation after tanning, and it can even make them feel beautiful with a new look, hiding many of the blemishes that can be seen on more pale skin.

Vitamin D

UVB rays can also help the body produce vitamin D. Keep in mind that people’s bodies are different and may not need the same sun requirements for production of this vitamin. There are other ways to obtain vitamin D in your system, but tanning may be one of them.

Sunburn Prevention

Getting a good base tan can help you avoid sunburns. Have you ever gone on vacation and on that first day you wanted to spend so much time in the glorious sunshine that made you feel sexy and wonderful that you turned into something that resembled a lobster? Well tanning regularly can help you avoid that! Having a good base tan and only tanning for short periods at a time can help protect your skin for that first time exposure on your luxurious vacation.

Tan Smart in Joplin

The positive effects of tanning indoors are both physical and mental. To learn more about positive effects of tanning, visit WeAreSunshine.com or contact a Tropical Tan team member. We are the only Smart Tan certified tanning salon in Joplin. As a Smart Tan Member, we adhere to the highest industry standards to ensure the best indoor tanning experience possible. Our team is fully trained in UV light administration, properly teaches sunburn prevention indoor and out, insists our clients wear FDA approved protective eyewear and hold tight to the highest sanitation standards.

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Benefits of Indoor Tanning

December 31, 2012 tropicaltanjoplin

Glowing bronze skin is a highly desired mark of beauty. Indoor tanning is an easy way to achieve gorgeous skin and feel beautiful. There are several advantages to indoor tanning:

Control of UV Exposure

The main advantage of indoor tanning is that you can control the amount of UV rays you expose your skin to. Some people sunburn very easily and do not spend much time outdoors in the sun. When laying outdoors in the hot sun it easy to expose the skin to dangerously high levels of UV rays. Indoor tanning allows you to quickly get tanned without injuring your skin unknowingly. This is helpful to prevent aging which rapidly increases with overexposure to UV light. Tropical Tan offers two of the worlds most advanced high pressure tanning beds, the Magic & Sunsport. They filter out most UVB rays and one session is equivalent to 6-10 sessions in a conventional bed.

Tan in the Winter

Indoor tanning allows you to tan no matter what the weather is like. When tanning outside is nearly impossible, tanning indoors will keep your skin beautiful and bronze even in the harshest weather conditions. Tropical Tan offers a large selection of tanning lotions & skin care to help you keep that beautiful glow. Using tanning lotion can increase your tan up to 30-40%.

Fast and Convenient

Most people do not have the time to lay for hours on the beach in the sun tanning. The great benefit of indoor tanning is it allows you to achieve a tan quickly and easily. The average indoor tan takes less than 20 minutes, most people see results after one tanning session. Tropical Tan offers 9 levels of tanning. Try out the Eclispe stand-up with 3-4 times the UVA performance of a typical tanning bed and with just the right amount of UVB to trigger your melanin reserves, which will get you over your tanning plateau in a 7 minute session.

Joplin’s #1 Tanning Salon

Tropical Tan is the only Smart Tan salon in Joplin. As a Smart Tan Member, we adhere to the highest industry standards to ensure the best indoor tanning experience possible. Our team is fully trained in UV light administration, properly teaches sunburn prevention indoor and out, insists our clients wear FDA approved protective eyewear and hold tight to the highest sanitation standards.

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We Are Smart Tan Certified

December 27, 2012 tropicaltanjoplin

Tanning can offer a person many benefits, especially in climates where the rain is ample or the days are short for long periods of the year. In order to optimally take advantage of the benefits that tanning can offer a person, the facilities chosen should staff employees that are adequately trained to help a client gain the most out of their tanning experience.

One way salons are able to make this happen is through the Smart Tan certification process for their employees. This process teaches providers sanitation standards in addition to the proper tanning procedures to help keep clients from becoming burned on their skin or eyes.

These high standards ensure that operators are able to educate their clients on the proper method of tanning for the absolute best results possible. This certification is not only a big deal for the salon or facility, but should be equally important to the tanner as well. Knowing that you are tanning properly and with adequately trained staff will put your mind at ease and allow you to enjoy the experience. Our salon is the only one in the area that has obtained this certification and proudly stands behind the quality expectations that it carries along with it.

If you have been with us for a while, you will know that we take tanning seriously and want you to enjoy the process and the results you get. The Smart Tan certification helps us to accomplish this for you and allows you to be more at ease that the staffers you interact with are knowledgeable and able to guide you in the right direction.

To learn more about tanning with confidence with Smart Tan, visit SmartTan.com, call Tropical Tan at (417) 782-3900 or visit our location at 7th & Illinois in Joplin.