If you are looking for the best price on tanning bed lights you need to shop online. You can buy them for substantially less online! Be sure to check out the full line of Wolff replacement tanning lamps

The life expectancy of tanning bed lamps depends on the type of bulb. Some have a longer expectancy than others but with all bulbs, by the time they reach half of their life span they are 50% less effective than they were when they were new.

If you can afford it, you should actually change your bulbs before the burn out. Once they start to be less effective you don’t get the same quality of tan so changing them early is great for your tan. And of course you can wait until they burn out.

When you are replacing your bulbs you might also want to consider upgrading your current bulbs to more potent bulbs or higher end bulbs. Be sure to read your manual to find out what bulbs you can upgrade or ask your local dealer.

Whatever your reason for changing lights, the choices are unlimited. There are actually more types of lights on the market then there are beds. Wolff offers one of the best lines of bulbs and are recognized as a leader in the industry.

When you are checking the price of bulbs make sure you comparing like products. If you are looking at 160 watt bulbs than of course you will compare other 160 watt bulbs. But you will need to go a little further than that. You need to compare life expectancy, UV ratios, and other factors. Use the spec sheets on each bulb for easy comparison.

Find out if the shipping is included in the pricing, or if it’s extra how much it will cost. High shipping can make your great deal not so great anymore. Don’t buy until you know what those costs are going to be.

Some websites also have a minimum quantity required for their order so read carefully so you know what’s required. Some require you to buy a dozen, some require a case, and others will require a gross, while others let you order just one or two. You certainly don’t want to have an extra 100 bulbs gathering dust.

Most of the high potency lamps cost more because they tan you faster and deeper. Remember that these higher potency lamps are also going to cost more power to run. At the price of electricity you might want to make sure the cost is going to be acceptable.

Never purchase bulbs that are not listed as compatible with your bed. Even if the lamp manufacturer says they are you’ll want to check with the bed manufacturer. Using the wrong bulbs can void your warranty but it can also pose a fire hazard or a shock hazard so don’t take the risk!

Do your homework before deciding which replacement lamps to purchase. Tanning bed lights are easily found online at a substantial savings and you can do your shopping all from the convenience of your desk.

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Tanning beds are a great way to get that tan no matter what mother nature is doing. Whether it’s the middle of a winter snow storm, raining cats and dogs, or the wind is howling with a tanning bed you can be sure to maintain your tan and look great. But how frequently should you use tanning lamps?

One of the most commonly asked questions is how often it’s safe to use tanning lamps and whether all beds are the same. It’s great to see tanners becoming more aware of the safety of tanning both naturally and in tanning beds. It’s about time we took an active role in our skin health.

With all the information provided on the television and on the internet you might be surprised to discover we aren’t nearly as educated about the safety of tanning beds as you might think. People are still unsure about how many sessions a week are safe and how long those sessions should be and with so many different lamps on the market it can get really confusing. Good news – you’re about to get your tanning bed lesson in just a few minutes of reading.

The most important thing to know is just as not all cars are created equal nor are all tanning bed lamps. Just as there are cars that are great for new drivers and cars that are meant for the race track, there are also beds that are designed for beginners and beds that are designed for pros. Choose the right bed for your tanning expertise and the level of tan you currently have.

When booking your appointment at the salon book the appropriate level of bed. If you’re unsure then visit the salon for a consultation with the attendant and they’ll get you set up with the correct lamps.

Now not only do different beds produced different levels of UV rays, even the same bed can produce different levels depending on the lamps. The effectiveness of the lamps depends on a variety of things including the number of hours on the bulb, maintenance, the oils used, and the length of the session.

Tanning lamps produce the highest UV rays when they are new. When they are half used up they put out only 50% of the tanning rays they did when they were new. It continues to decline from there on.

So if you are attending a salon that likes to cut costs one of the first places to do that is no changing the bulbs at the proper intervals. Another way to cut costs is use inferior bulbs which transmit lower levels of tanning rays. This means you aren’t getting what you paid for. Ask the salon about their lamp replacement policy.

You will also not get the full benefit of the tanning bed if the acrylic covers are not properly cleaned. Salons wipe the exterior down after each use, well at least the good salons do. But dust and debris builds under the cover and they should be completely stripped down once a week.

A close inspection of the bed and the cover will reveal if it has a collection of dust bunnies. This means the salon doesn’t follow that procedure. Dust filters out the tanning rays that you are paying to get so make sure the bed you are using can provide.

How long your tanning session is will depend on the bed, your skin type, and the lamps. The attendant should tell you how long your tanning session should be based on all the factors.

Normally you will visit 2 to 4 times a week, depending on the bed you are using. Some of the real high end beds require only need one session per week to maintain your tan.

Before you start your tanning regime visit the salon. Speak with the attendant in charge of the tanning area. Find out which bed is for you, how much time you will need to obtain the tan you want, and also take a tour of the salon and their beds to ensure it meets with your standards for cleanliness.

Now wasn’t that easy? Tanning lamps really aren’t the big mystery we think they are. Use common sense and play it safe.

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If you have dry skin, you may choose to go with a self tanning type of lotion containing skin moisturizers. The better products of this type give you a tan that is very natural looking. Since some have moisturizers built into it, then if needed you could save on using your regular lotion. Of course the effect is not permanent, and you’ll have to put these lotions on each day. You should also be aware that these lotions have a gradual effect, so if you need an instant tan, they aren’t the best choice. You can, however, achieve a very nice looking tan, over time, and your skin will be assured of retaining moisture. But if gradual is just too slow for you, not a problem, then you’ll want to look at the instant skin bronzers. They come packaged in different forms: bronzing creams, powders, and lotions. The thing to remember about bronzers is they will wash off quickly and easily; and they may either work for you, or not. Do keep that one thing in mind before you go for a swim while wearing the bronze tan. They are quick solutions for those times when you need it for a temporary reason. Ok, so if you want a great looking tan all year round, then the bronzer is definitely not what you need.

Since these are synthetic products, we feel it is a good idea for you to at least read the label before buying. If you have allergies, or are sensitive to any particular chemicals, you should make sure they aren’t included in the product you’re buying. Do you want orange skin? Right, we didn’t think so. Be sure to read the directions for use! You’ll probably need a little time so you can get a good feel for how your skin colors. Going in the other direction with removal is not the same as putting on. If these products have any side effects, they should be listed on the bottle or spray can. Before you take the plunge with any self tanning product, it is good to check for side effects because people are different. It’s really not practical to try all the various self tanning creams and lotions out there. You may color differently from other people, and because of that it’s hard to know which is the right one for you to use. If you can be patient, you will find something eventually that looks really good on you. Our information presented on self tanning products is solid, and you can use it to begin your search for that great tan.

And i wouldn;t recommend doing this at home unless youre using actual tanning equipment.

all you would do is burn your face slightly from the heat the lamp generates.

i recommend you either go to a tanning studio, or buy some self tan.