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May 9, 2024
MOISTURE is the key to a long-lasting tan! Plenty of lotion and water will keep skin moist! By using lotions and drinking plenty of water, the healthier skin you will have. And with healthier skin comes a tan that will develop faster and last longer. Always wear eye protection! Eye protection is required! Eyewear is available for purchase at Fit N Tan at the front desk. It is dangerous to tan without eye protection. Please stop one of our Spa Consultanst if you have any questions or concerns. Use a Tanning Lotion! For the best results always use a tanning lotion. Indoor tanning lotions will provide you with up to 60% better tanning results and help your skin stay moisturized. We have a numerous selection of lotions, tan extenders, bronzers, and moisturizers for every budget. Ask one of our Spa Consultants how you can get the best results while keeping your skin in a healthy condition while you tan! Fun Fact: You lose the first 4-6 minutes while tanning indoors if you do not use a lotion! So use a lotion and don't waste your money! Allow 24-48 Hours between tanning sessions! You are allowed to tan once every 24 hours! Waiting at least 48 hours between tanning sessions lessens the potential for over-exposure and allows your body to produce a gradual tan. Tanning is a process and shouldn't be rushed. Allow your bronzers in your lotions to do their job before taking a shower! Even if you're using DermaDark bronzers that don't leave a tint to the skin, bronzers require time to do their job completely. A DHA bronzer usually needs at least 12 hours to fully develop. If possible, don't shower immediately after your tan and allow your bronzers and moisturizers to do their job. You'll get better results! A few more tanning tips...  Medications: Some prescription drugs, like antibiotics, contraceptives and others, can make you sensitive to ultra-violet light. Please consult with your physician if you have questions. Goggles: They are a must. Your eyelids are the thinnest membranes on your body and need protection. Our goggles are FDA compliant and shield 99.9% of ultraviolet light. Tanning in the buff: Please be careful with areas not accustomed to sunlight. During the first few sessions, these areas should be covered for half of the session time. (Remember, this for your comfort, not because you will burn!) Lips: Lips have no melanin and will no tan. They can dry out though, so keep them moist with a good lip balm.
Two women are whispering into each other's ear about spray tans in St. Louis
May 9, 2024
At Fit N Tan Salon and Spa, we get asked these questions all the time! Know before you go!
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May 9, 2024
Mylipo Laser Body Sculpting has a positive effect on those areas where body sculpting can prove difficult. MyLipo Laser Body Sculpting is a natural and healthy way to lose inches. The treatment is non-invasive, relaxing, and truly effective. You will be using low levels of visible red laser light to create a safe and painless bio-stimulation effect in the targeted fat tissue. It doesn't matter what area of the body you decide to target, the stored fat is depleted from the cells, and then burned off as energy with the vibration plate after treatment. At the same time, your skin will tighten and tone in the areas being treated, so as the fat is eliminated under the skin, the outer layers of the skin are being tightened as well.
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May 9, 2024
Red Light Therapy has been growing tremendously in popularity over the years, but why? Because it's affordable and gives real results when the treatment regimens are followed. This treatment, discovered by NASA, is called RED light therapy. RED light therapy is characterized by infrared light, which is a unique type of light that has a stronger wavelength than other types of light. This enables it to penetrate deeper into the skin and provide many therapeutic benefits including improvement in the skin’s appearance and structure as well as relief from pain. There is NO UV light associated with RED light therapy. RED light therapy is able to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage, and skin problems including acne and Infrared light also stimulates the production of ATP, an essential energy source used in body tissues that promote rapid healing. This type of light therapy has become a breakthrough treatment because, unlike cosmetic surgery, red light therapy is a non-invasive, cost-effective, and risk-free alternative to improving skin’s appearance. Similar to the Sun, infrared light provides a warming effect on the skin, but without the presence of damaging UV Rays. Recommended therapy schedules are 3-4 days per week, for 4-6 weeks. After the initial treatment schedule, it is recommended to continue 1-2 days per week. With no damaging effects, only positive results, it’s no surprise that RED light therapy is a great new way to improve your appearance and health. Red Light Therapy for Healing Aside from its cosmetic and anti-aging benefits, RED light therapy can provide relief from chronic and acute pain including muscle pain, joint pain, arthritis, high blood pressure, tissue and nerve damage, and can decrease injury healing time. Originally discovered by NASA for this purpose, RED light therapy is now used by professional athletes to promote healing with powerful results.
Infrared Sauna at Fit n Tan Salon & Spa St. Louis
May 9, 2024
Is an Infrared Sauna Better Than a Traditional Sauna?
Woman with sunscreen on her back painted as a sun. Fit n Tan St. Louis tips for best tanning bed practices.
May 9, 2024
The Short Answer is YES!!

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