Why is Tropic Sun the best?

Tropic Sun Tanning is one of Wisconsin's finest indoor tanning studios. We're committed to providing our guests with a tanning environment that is safe and immaculately clean, and with a wide array of the latest tanning equipment, services and products.

Indoor tanning has never been more popular, and it is estimated that one million Americans per day visit a local tanning salon. We offer a very wide variety of services to accompany your every need!

With state of the art tanning beds, an advanced spray tanning booth, and our new infrared sauna we have become Central Wisconsin's 'go-to' full service tanning studio!

Tanning can be good for you.

Apart from the psychological and cosmetic advantages, and the very important protection against the harmful rays of the sun during outdoor activities, the gaining of a healthy suntan contributes in several other ways to your physical health and general well being.

The metabolism is stimulated, the formation of vitamins is promoted and both the circulation and supply of blood is improved. Various skin complaints such as acne and psoriasis also respond favorably.

Did you know…

• The body’s main source (80-100%) of Vitamin D is UV Light from the sun.
• The brain produces more of the mood-lifting chemical serotonin on sunny days than cloudy days.
• Indoor tanning provides a level of control that cannot be obtained outdoors.
• You are 80% less likely to sunburn outdoors if you’ve already built up a base tan.
• Tanning produces 10,000 I.U.'s of Vitamin D in a 10 minute tanning session! That's equivalent to drinking 100 glasses of milk!

Can I expose my entire body?

Of course. In fact, one of the many advantages of the sun tanning system is that it can be taken in complete privacy. Nor more patchy suntans, annoying bra strap lines or bikini marks to limit your choice of what to wear.

What is sun tanning?

Sun tanning is the body’s natural protection against the harmful effects of UVB – namely sunburn and related disorders – and is brought about by exposure of the skin to the longer wavelength ultraviolet light (UVA) which causes the melanin or pigmentation in the skin to migrate to the surface layers where it oxidizes to form a brown colored protective layer. This layer acts as a barrier which reduces the penetration of UVB.

A very small amount of UVB must be present before UVA can produce the tanning reaction in the skin.

How long will it take?

Because tanning is a natural process there will be a variance due to skin type and the season.

Generally, a person with a normal or medium complexion will display a rich, even tan after about 8 to 10 sessions on alternative days. After that, as little as once a week will keep it looking good and you feeling great.

Some people have skin so fair it cannot produce a tan; unfortunately there is no magic answer to these skin types.

How long will my tan last?
About 2 to 4 weeks after the last sunbathing session. The upper-most skin cells are gradually shed as a result of the natural process of skin renewal. The skin will have renewed itself after approximately 28 days. With proper skin care, a tan can be preserved longer.

How can I keep my tan?
After achieving your tan, you should be able to maintain your color with just one to two sessions per week.

How often should I tan?
Although you are allowed to tan once every 24 hours, experts recommend that you wait between 48 to 72 hours between tanning sessions. Just like when a person is weight training, they exercise the muscle groups every other day, avoiding the possibility of over working the muscles. Waiting at least 48 hours between tanning sessions lessens the potential for over-exposure and allows your body to produce your tan gradually.

Why do I have to follow the recommended exposure schedule?
By adhering to the schedule your tan should develop gradually without the adverse effects associated with overexposure. Abusing the schedule by tanning for periods longer than recommended or attempting to accelerate the schedule, may result in negative effects. This in turn can actually limit or prevent the tanning process.

Why doesn't my skin tan the same all over?
The insides of the arms and legs do not tan as readily because they contain fewer pigment forming cells than the skin on the rest of your body. The face does not tan as readily because it has a naturally thickened horny layer. Freckles contain higher amounts of pigment and therefore become darker much more quickly than other areas of the skin. Areas of the skin that are subject to contact pressure points, such as the shoulder blades, are poorly supplied with blood and oxygen. This may reduce or limit the tanning process on these parts of the body.

Can I tan indoors and sunbathe outdoors on the same day?
This should be avoided. Overexposure to ultraviolet light in any form can lead to sunburn.

Can I tan indoors while I am pregnant?
If you do not have to avoid natural sunlight while pregnant, you may also be able to tan indoors. However, it is always advisable to consult with your physician before doing so. Other factors related to the physical nature of the actual tanning session, such as body positioning, etc., may influence your decision.

We offer the Best Tanning Beds, Stand-ups, Sunless Spray Tan, Body Wraps and Infrared Sauna therapy available. Whether you’re preparing for a vacation, reunion, wedding, or simply trying to get or maintain that healthy glow, come in and see us at one of our award winning and top rated locations in Central Wisconsin. We also offer the finest products to maximize and complement your indoor suntan: from tanning accelerators to bronzers and self-tanning lotions. Tropic Sun - Wisconsin's #1 Tanning Studio & Salon. Best Tanning. Mega Tanning Salon in Stevens Point, Marshfield, Wisconsin Rapids, Howard, DePere, Waupaca, Wisconsin. Coming soon to Wausau, WI.