TANNING GUIDE:

The maximum recommended exposure times for each skin type are as follows:

• Skin Type 1   DO NOT USE
• Skin Type 2   3-4 minutes
• Skin Type 3   6-8 minutes
• Skin Type 4   9-12 minutes

DO NOT USE A SUNBED IF:

• -You are under 18 years of age
• -You are pregnant or believe you could be pregnant - whilst there is no evidence to suggest that UV tanning equipment can damage a foetus, we DO NOT allow pregnant customers to use our tanning facilities
• -You have an excessive number of moles and or freckles
• -You or anyone in your immediate family has or has had skin cancer in the past
• -You have undergone surgery in the last 6 weeks
• -You have a history of sunburn especially in childhood
• -You suffer from epilepsy
• -You have a medical condition that is worsened by sunlight

CONSULT A DOCTOR BEFORE USING A SUNBED IF:

• -You are taking medicines or drugs which increase sensitivity to UV rays. The following may cause such reaction.
• -Antibiotics
• -Analgesics
• -Medication for Blood Pressure
• -Diuretics
• -Some Contraceptive Pills
• -Anti-malarials
• -Anti Depressants
• -Psoralens
• -Eosin
• -You suffer from a heart condition of high blood pressure
• -You have previously suffered from eplilepsy

BEFORE USING SUNBED:

• -Do not consume alcohol
• -Ensure you know the recommended exposure time for your skin type. NEVER EXCEED THE LIMIT
• -You should know the location of the emergency stop button and how to switch the sunbed off
• -Remove facial and body cosmetics
• -Remove jewellery and contact lenses
• -Do not use outdoor sunscreens and lotions
• -Put on the protective eyewear provided

WHILE USING A SUNBED

• -Ensure you always wear the eye protection provided throughout your whole tanning session
• -Don't allow anyone in the room while you are using the sunbed
• -If you notice any abnormal skin reactions during a tanning session, stop the exposure at once and seek advice

AFTER USING A SUNBED

• -DO NOT sunbathe outside on the same day you use a sunbed or vice-versa
• -Allow at least 24 hours between each session
• -Take a four week break in between tanning, this is to include UV tanning sessions and natural sunlight
• -If at any time you notice lumps, sores or unusual moles on your skin, consult your doctor
• -Do not exceed the Euro Standard Recommendation of more that 60 sessions per year
• -To maintain a longer lasting tan always use a loisturises