Which type of tanning bed is best?

So to recap Level 1 tannings beds are great for tanners needing to save money or looking for a base tan before a vacation. Level 2 tannings beds are the perfect match for tanners needing extra color in the face and other areas that are hard to tan.

What level tanning bed gets you the darkest?

Lower level beds penetrate the skin on a deeper level and pull melanin to the surface of your skin. While 4-6, referred to as our “Higher Level” beds, tan on the surface level of your skin. They are great for getting you a dark color quickly because they tan the melanin found at the surface of your skin.

What is the difference between Level 1/2 and 3 tanning beds?

The tanning bed Level 1 and 2 uses low-pressure bulbs. From Level 3 till Level 6, medium to high-pressure bulbs is used. Beds that use high-pressure bulbs emit less amount of UVB and a high amount of UVA rays. UVA are the rays that make any skin to tan.

What level tanning bed is strongest?

LEVEL 1 sunbeds offer the following:

Highest UVB (burn ray)/lowest UVA (bronzing ray)

Do you tan better on lie down or stand-up sunbeds?

Stand-up booths are capable of giving you a deeper tan. The bulbs used in them give off stronger rays compared to a tanning bed. The higher intensity of the UV rays increases melanin production which results in a darker complexion. For those who want more than just a “sun-kissed” look, stand-up booths are better.

Do you have to flip in a tanning bed?

Don’t Flip – Our tanning beds tan all sides of you at once – don’t worry about flipping during the process. You might want to move your arms from your sides to over your head to get a tan on your underarm areas.

Are bronzing beds better than regular?

Bronzer beds can deliver a longer-lasting, darker tan than regular tanning beds, but may require multiple sessions to do so. A bronzer bed is a kind of tanning bed that delivers a darker tan that lasts longer than tan achieved on regular tanning beds. These results, however, are achieved through multiple sessions.

How long is 20 minutes in a tanning bed?

MYTH #5: 20 minutes in a tanning bed is equivalent to 20 minutes in the sun… no big deal! 20 minutes of exposure in a tanning bed may equal up to two hours spent on the beach under the hot mid-day sun without protection.

Are Level 4 tanning beds safer?

Level 4 tanning beds feature less UVB rays.

UVB rays can be harmful to your skin if exposed for a significant amount of time. Luckily, level 4 tanning beds feature significantly less UVB rays in comparison to lower level beds.

How long should I tan in a Level 2 bed?

After four weeks of tanning, someone with Type 2 skin should be able to tan for about 10 to 12 minutes without burning. Exceeding this time for Type 2 skin can result in burns and is not recommended.

Are lay down sunbeds more powerful?

Stand up sunbeds can give your skin a deeper colour, which is due to the bulbs in stand up beds being more intense than the bulbs in a lay down sunbed. So if you are aiming to achieve a very dark tan then a stand up may be the sunbed for you!

What is a Level 5 tanning bed?

The level 5 tanning beds are our highest-intensity and highest-quality tanning beds. Sessions are six to ten times stronger than Level 1. Tanners who use the Instant level 5 beds can get a dark, natural base tan in only two to three sessions, making it the absolute fastest way to get a natural, golden glow.

How long is 20 minutes in a tanning bed?

MYTH #5: 20 minutes in a tanning bed is equivalent to 20 minutes in the sun… no big deal! 20 minutes of exposure in a tanning bed may equal up to two hours spent on the beach under the hot mid-day sun without protection.