The right session length depends on your skin type, the tanning bed’s strength, and your tanning goals.
1. General Guidelines
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Fair skin: 5–7 minutes.
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Medium skin: 7–10 minutes.
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Darker skin: 10–15 minutes.
2. Factors That Affect Time
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Lamp intensity and age.
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Previous tanning history.
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Desired tan depth.
3. Risks of Overstaying
Even a few extra minutes can cause burns or excessive UV damage.
Conclusion
Always follow recommended times and avoid pushing limits for faster results.