Does tanning indoors have the same effect as tanning outdoors?
Yes. The advantage to indoor tanning is "control."
You always know what you're getting from an individual tanning session. It is very precise, calculated, controlled exposure
designed to give you a cosmetically pleasing tan without burning your skin. When a customer goes outdoors, he/she places himself
in an uncontrolled environment. They don't know how much they are getting and frequently tanning outdoors results in sunburn.
How do I prevent "raccoon eyes?"
Adjusting the protective eyewear occasionally during a tanning session will
help to minimize this condition. The adjustment can be performed by gently sliding the eyewear to a new position. You should
never lift the eyewear off of your eyes to adjust their position
Can I wear my contact lenses while tanning?
Because tanning naturally draws moisture from the body, eyes
are sometimes inconvenienced with contacts that lose moisture too. Even with protective eyewear, eyes can dry out a little.
If somebody is going to tan with their contacts in, it is recommended that they use moisturizing drops prior to or just after
the tanning session to prevent any temporary discomfort.
Is it okay for pregnant women to tan indoors?
One concern about pregnant women tanning is the heat. Remember
that the temperature around the baby remains relatively constant at 98.6 degrees, so the baby can take a little heat, but
the same amounts of heat that would cause anyone to be uncomfortable (e.g. sauna, hot tub, hot sun during the summer) will
also make the baby uncomfortable. It is suggested that if pregnant, you tan during the morning hours and with a doctor's permission.
Reprinted with permision from the Wolff System Technology FAQ booklet.
