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What's your skin type?

Tanning is not a one-size-fits all. Getting a beautiful UV tan means something different for everyone. That’s because the amount of UV exposure needed to acquire a tan is different for a fair-skinned red-head than it would be for a central European with an olive complexion.

JCTA professional sunbed salons understand that. That’s why tanning professionals are trained to get you the appropriate amount of UV exposure while minimizing your risk of sunburn. Your smart tanning regimen begins with determining your particular skin type.

The fairest skin type – known as Skin Type 1 – cannot suntan and should not use UV tanning equipment. (See spray-on tanning) But darker skin types can develop suntans. For those who can develop suntans, our system gradually acclimatizes you to UV exposure based on your skin type.

Find Out Your Skin Type

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Skin Type 1

You have light features and are very sensitive to light. You always burn and cannot tan. Professional tanning salons will not allow you to UV tan.

We suggest you look into spray tanning.

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Skin Type 2

You have light features, are sensitive to light and usually burn. However, you can tan lightly. Developing a tan at a professional tanning salon will be a very gradual process.

Are you a Skin Type 2?

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Skin Type 3

You have a normal sensitivity to light. You do burn on occasion, but you can tan moderately. Developing a tan at a professional salon will be a gradual process.

Are you a Skin Type 3?

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Skin Type 4

Your skin is tolerant of sunlight, so you seldom burn and can tan moderately. You will be able to develop a tan relatively quickly at a professional tanning salon.

Are you a Skin Type 4?

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Skin Type 5

You have naturally dark skin and features. You can develop a dark tan, and you rarely burn. You will be able to develop a tan quickly at a professional tanning salon.

Are you a Skin Type 5?

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Skin Type 6

Your skin is black. You rarely sunburn and have an extreme tolerance to sunlight. Tanning will have little to no effect on the color of your skin.

Are you a Skin Type 6?

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Important Notice

The personal information gathered on this form, and in any subsequent submissions you make is collected in compliance with section 38(2) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Personal Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 F.31 and the Consumer Protection Act 2002, S.O. 2002 Chap.30, Schedule A, as amended.

You will not be placed on any mailing lists. Only your first name and your comments could be used to promote the indoor sunbathing community. By submitting this form you declare the information you provide to be true and correct. You are also consenting to the sharing of the information you submit, to the salon, any government ministry (federal or provincial), agency, board or commission, any self-regulatory body or association.

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Important Notice

The personal information gathered on this form, and in any subsequent submissions you make is collected in compliance with section 38(2) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Personal Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 F.31 and the Consumer Protection Act 2002, S.O. 2002 Chap.30, Schedule A, as amended.

You will not be placed on any mailing lists. Only your first name and your comments could be used to promote the indoor sunbathing community. By submitting this form you declare the information you provide to be true and correct. You are also consenting to the sharing of the information you submit, to the salon, any government ministry (federal or provincial), agency, board or commission, any self-regulatory body or association.

Professional Standards

The JCTA believes that reducing risk for any type of equipment, whether it be a sunbed, a car or ATV, is about who controls the equipment. JCTA Member salons follow these standards to protect their sunbed clients:

Follow all government regulations.
Skin Type every client correctly using the JCTA Skin Typing Form or SkinType.ca
Banning the use of UV equipment for a Skin Type 1 person - defined by Dr. Fitzpatrick as someone who will "always burn, never tan".
Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to use UV equipment without a prescription, or follow government regulations for teen tanning where regulations exist.
Every staff member that controls the equipment is trained and industry-certified.
Keep complete client records.
No use of self-serve (client controlled / coin-operated / swipe card) equipment. Only a trained and industry-certified operator may set the time.
Every client must wear protective eyewear.
JCTA warning signs describing the risks of UV light will be placed in the front lobby and every UV tanning room.
For complete standards, view the JCTA Professional Salon Standards.