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We have the strongest beds in the city centre*

Here at Body Beautiful, we strive for no less than the best tan. Highest quality and powerful beds, go hand in hand with top service, and creams that are made from the highest quality ingredients on the market.
 
 
The new Aurora vertical tanning unit, combines elegant looks, durability, performance and precision engineering to give you an outstanding tanning experience.

A state-of-the-art cooling system ensuring optimal running temperatures of tubes for shorter tanning times, giving you the best tan in the best time.

Complete with integrated changing pod, with secure locks, mirror, coat hook and shelves.

All our beds have sixty Tubes the whole body in a circular design. Some tanning salons still have beds with incomplete circles or even units with tubes so far part you could fit three people in the unit!

We have 225watt tanning vertical units with 60 full tubes in each in a circular design, totaling 13,500 per unit. Some tanning salons still have beds with incomplete circles or even units with tubes so far part you could fit three people in the unit! We run on a pay per minute basis, this allows you to have the exact amount of minutes that your skin requires, rather than having to much or not enough and losing time by paying for more than you use. Most tanning shops go in stages of 2 or 3 minutes, this is good for them but not you. That’s why we are different.

Performance Promise:
Our tubes will be changed in each bed, 300 hours earlier than the manufactures recommend time. This promise comes from independent research that shows UVA & UVB output dramatically reduces at around 500 hours, so ensuring peak performance and best value for money on each and every visit.

We are pleased to announce the completion of our £14,000 air conditioning system. This high investment in members satisfaction is yet another sign of how much we value our members. We have done everything in our power to make the environment you tan in has comfortable and clean has possible.

A cooler environment will also improve your tanning because it’s a FACT that sunbeds perform better in a cooler environment. Overheating can cause many problems, and of course if its cooler you can do more minutes.

*based on internet search and telephone enquiries on 26/08/2005 to our competition. Results available for inspection at our studio, strongest is defined by watts per tube X number of tubes.

Our Guide to Skin Types

 
 
 
 
Skin Types
To get the best tan possible in the best time, you should know your skin type for the correct exposure to the sun and sunbeds. Four main types are found in Europe, with skin type 4 being the most popular at just under 80%. The easiest way to determine your skin type, is to chat to one of our friendly consultants, they can advise you on the best action to keep your skin looking good and tanned brilliantly.
Skin Type 1
remarkably light skin, reddish hair, blue eyes, very strong tendency to develop a sunburn.
Skin Type 2
light skin, blond to medium-brown hair, blue to gray or green eyes, strong tendency to develop sunburn.
Skin Type 3
normal skin, dark-blond to brown hair, gray to brown eyes, moderate tendency to develop a sunburn.
Skin Type 4
light-brown to olive-coloured skin, dark hair and eyes, slight tendency to develop a sunburn
SAD: Seasonal Affective Disorder, is common in the winter with 30% of the UK population suffering from the lack of sunlight in the winter.

Do you, a family member or a friend suffer with any of the following during the winter?

  • Fatigue and lack of energy

  • Greater need for sleep and sleeping more than usual

  • Changes in appetite, especially cravings for carbohydrates and sweets, which can often lead to weight gain

  • Depression, feelings of hopelessness

  • Anxiety - tension, inability to cope with stress

  • Loss of libido - decreased interest in sex

  • Menstrual difficulties - pre-menstrual tension may be worse

  • Disturbed nights - waking early 3-5am

  • If so, then you/they may be suffering due to light deficiency (seasonal affective disorder SAD)

Contrary to the natural sun, which is subject to strong variations, tanning indoors can be used precisely and be tailored to an individual’s skin type or requirements. Reducing the risk of over exposure, this can cause burning or skin damage. Sunlight is the source of life, and controlled tailored tanning can have many positive effects on not just SAD but all the following:

Confidence: tanned skin that glows looks good and makes you feel good. Think how you feel when your Golden!

Mood: exposure UV rays increase brain activity and the production of those feel good hormones. Think how everyone is more happy when the suns out, its not just because its not raining!

Vitamin D
: is needed for stronger bones and teeth. This is naturally produced though exposure to UV rays.

  • Exfoliate the night before you go on a tanning unit, but only once a week. This will help tan fresh skin, and remove dead skin cells. We recommend our Hempz Herbal Body Scrub.
  • Never miss a week, keep the exposure constant. Once a week is essential to keep a tan, anything above will build and deepen colour.
  • Moisturise, at least twice a day all over the body, Face and arms at least three times a day. Carry a mini bottle of Hempz Age Defying Moisturiser in your bag.
  • Never shave you legs, wax if possible. If you do shave, do it the night before a tanning session.
  • Avoid swimming, steam and saunas. This can strip the skin and reduce your colour.
  • Feed your tan from the inside; foods good for the skin will be good for your tan. Omega 3 & 6 Oils, Anti-Oxidants, Vitamins A, C & E and Essential Fatty Acids (EFA’s) can be found in foods such as fish, nuts, fruit and fresh foods.
  • NEVER go on a tanning unit without a personally tested recommended tanning accelerator. These are unlike normal moisturisers and have designed to improve the tanning process. Product Promise: All products sold at Body Beautiful are tested by Body Beautiful owners, Miss. Kelly Fellows and Mr. Michael Pitt. Only products that pass our strict personal test will be sold in our Studios. Assuring you, we have your best interests in mind though out every decision making process at Body Beautiful