Tanning Tips at Shwe

Whether you’re getting ready for a holiday, special occasion, or simply want to maintain your colour, we always recommend starting your tanning journey gradually and allowing plenty of time.

At Shwe, our tanning consultants will carry out a skin consultation before your first visit and help guide you on suitable tanning times for your skin type and tanning goals.

We recommend leaving at least 48 hours between UV tanning sessions

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Building Your Colour Gradually

If you are new to tanning or haven’t used a sun bed for a while, we usually recommend starting with lower minutes and increasing gradually over time based on your skin response.

Many clients choose shorter, more regular visits rather than longer tanning sessions less often.

Our team will guide you on suitable tanning times for your skin type and tanning goals.

We recommend leaving at least 48 hours between UV tanning sessions.

For example, some clients with fair skin may choose to begin with shorter tanning sessions and gradually increase over time based on how their skin responds.

Lay Down & Stand Up Sun Beds

We have both lay down and stand up sun beds available at Shwe, giving you the option to choose the tanning experience you prefer.

Many clients enjoy using regular tanning moisturisers and accelerators alongside their tanning routine to help keep skin feeling hydrated and support an even looking tan.

Our tanning consultants can recommend suitable products for your skin type and tanning goals.

The Sun Angel

We are the only salon in Harlow with the Ergoline Sun Angel.

Before every Sun Angel tanning session, the machine carries out a skin sensor reading to personalise the tanning session based on your skin reading that day.

Each Sun Angel tanning session lasts up to 20 minutes.

Many clients choose the Sun Angel because they prefer a more personalised tanning experience.

Our team will show you how the Sun Angel works before your first visit and answer any questions you may have.

Preparing for Your Tanning Appointment

Before your tanning appointment, we recommend:

• Removing makeup, perfume and deodorant where possible
• Moisturising your skin regularly
• Exfoliating before starting your tanning routine
• Wearing suitable eye protection during every tanning session
• Allowing at least 48 hours between UV tanning sessions

Over 18s Only

Sun bed use is strictly for clients aged 18 and over.
Please bring ID if you are lucky enough to look under 25.

Top Tanning Tips

If you’re planning a holiday or special occasion and want to build your colour gradually, here are some tips our team often recommends before starting your tanning journey.

Exfoliate Your Skin
Exfoliating before starting your tanning routine can help remove dry skin and help maintain a more even looking tan.

Moisturise Regularly
Keeping your skin hydrated is an important part of any tanning routine.

Many clients choose to moisturise regularly before tanning appointments to help keep skin feeling hydrated and comfortable.