The tanning industry and the manufacture of UV tanning systems have now been thriving in the U.S. (and in much of the rest of the world) for 45 years, and that is a significant number for some of us who have been here from the beginning. Many tanning bed manufacturers are no longer in business, as well as many lamp manufacturers.
This means that of the thousands of beds still in operation in tanning facilities, many have lamp labels that can no longer depict which product should now be employed in a particular tanning system.
As it has for nearly 25 years, IST Magazine calls on decades of industry expertise – and that of its esteemed contributing writers – to help all salon owners find the best solutions with regard to providing great tanning results, while also following the FDA’s requirements.
We know this is often a confusing subject! We know that so many salon owners – whether new or veteran – are looking for the best options to meet their current lamp needs. For this reason, IST Magazine created this column with the goal of helping operators determine which sunlamp product is correct (and most effective) for use in a specific tanning system. This is not about any specific supplier, just common sense to help you provide your salon guests with the best possible tanning experience on a going-forward basis.
How does it work? Simply submit your lamp questions and concerns to IST by visiting istmagazine.com and clicking on the “Lamp Talk” link. In the next issue, we will print those questions with relevant answers from Yours Truly. You can submit your question either anonymously or include your name – it’s up to you. For your participation, we’ve also created a monthly prize lottery that will give one submitter a $150 gift certificate toward your next lamp purchase from Supra Technologies!
Especially in these challenging times, the old “it is what it is” does not help your peace of mind when it comes to your business. Your tanners need to be pleased with their results and that, in turn, will help your salon flourish. We hope to hear from you soon!
