CHocolate Tan FAQ

  • No, burning is never necessary and will only hinder the development of a tan.

  • You must be at least 18 years old to use UV tanning equipment.

  • It depends on several factors including your starting skin tone and heritage, how much recent UV exposure you have had, the intensity and type of the tanning equipment you are using, and how often you will be tanning.

    Visible results can be seen with as little as a single tanning session for some individuals, or may take a few sessions for those starting with lighter skin tones and shorter tan durations.

  • You can take the skin type quiz in the salon, or using this skin type quiz link. All Chocolate Tan staff are SMART TAN certified and will recommend tanning options that are tailored to your skin type and tanning goals.

  • Classic sunbeds utilize long bulbs that produce a replication of outdoor UV light (combo of UVA and UVB), while Ultrabronz tanning beds use high-pressure bulbs in combination with reflectors and filters to decrease the amount of UVB but not UVA.

    Classic sunbeds deliver a higher amount of UVB and tanning exposure should begin gradually and according to recommendations based on your skin type to avoid burning, and stimulate melanin production to develop a darkened skin tone.

    Ultrabronz tanning filters out UVB which reduces the risk of burning, and delivers a higher ratio of UVA which causes the melanin already present in the skin to darken immediately.

  • Body and facial tanning lotions help to achieve faster and longer lasting results, deeper, darker and more even colour, protect from signs of aging, restore vitamins, nutrients, and moisture to the skin, and to combat after tan odor.

  • A spray tan is the perfect option for those who want to develop an overnight sunkissed glow.

    The sunless solution remains on your skin for 4 - 8 hours after your session, and colour continues to develop over 24 hours.

    *No sun or UV tanning equipment is required.

    Inquire for more details about pre-session prep and aftercare for your spray tan

  • Subscription packages may be paused for any reason after the initial 3 month period, or paused/stopped early for any medical reason or change of address (greater than 15km). Subscriptions may be canceled after 3 months upon 30 days notice of termination request. Minute packages do not expire.