UV Tanning Tips

Written By Dale Antufeay

Before Your Session

  • Know Your Skin Type: Our friendly staff can help you understand your tanning options.

  • Check Your Medications: Certain medications and skincare products can increase UV sensitivity.

  • Clean Skin: Remove makeup, perfumes, and potentially irritating products before tanning.

  • Protect Your Eyes: Always wear approved UV tanning goggles, provided by KIX. MUST HAVE!

After Your Session

  • Wait Before Showering: For your skincare routine, we suggest waiting approximately 3 hours before showering, although showering sooner won't wash away a UV tan.

  • Moisturize: Keep your skin hydrated with a gentle moisturizer at home or use a lotion in store.

  • Avoid Overexposure: UV damage can develop hours after tanning. Never exceed recommended session limits or tan on irritated skin.

Good to Know

  • Walk-Ins Welcome: No appointment necessary, subject to availability!

  • Clean & Private: All tanning rooms are cleaned between clients.

  • Quality Equipment: Our beds and lamps are regularly maintained.

  • UV Safety: Indoor tanning increases the risk of skin cancer and premature skin aging. UV tanning is restricted to adults 18+ in B.C., except under a medical-prescription exemption.

  • Lotions: Help prevent dryness and keep skin feeling soft and smooth. Select lotions contain cosmetic bronzers for an instant boost of colour and glow. Moisturized skin can help your tan appear more even as it naturally fades.

Questions? Our friendly KIX team is always happy to help!

Dale Antufeay
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