Due to our wide range of products, some tanning salon users may find it difficult to choose the right tanning lotion. That's why we've decided to make it easier for you.

The easiest way is to use our "Customize Balm" tab. There, you can see products tailored to your specific client type based on your skill level and skin tone.

If you want to take a more complex approach, you should first determine your skin phototype. Don't worry, we'll try to help you with that too.

What are skin phototypes?

Skin phototype is probably still a somewhat mysterious and unfamiliar term for many of you. However, it's worth familiarizing yourself with this concept. It can help us determine our skin's ability to tan, as well as its potential reaction to ultraviolet rays. A given phototype is determined by the amount of melanin present in the skin, the pigment responsible for tanning. Melanin is also present in the hair and irises of the eyes, so your skin type itself can indicate your skin phototype. Knowledge of skin phototypes is also useful for determining the length and frequency of tanning sessions in a tanning bed. To correctly determine your phototype, you must consider your hair and eye color, and above all, your skin type, its tendency to burn, and its natural protection from radiation.

A skin phototype is a numerical classification scheme for human skin color. According to the classification proposed in 1975 by American dermatologist Thomas B. Fitzpatrick, humans can be divided into six skin types (so-called phototypes), depending on their skin's response to ultraviolet radiation.

How to tan with a specific phototype?

We often wonder how to get a tan quickly. Everyone tans to achieve a beautiful, even, and dark tan, and tanning lotions are the answer. 

What can you do to achieve a deep, dark tan?

First and foremost, follow all the rules for healthy and prudent tanning. Following all these rules will definitely help you achieve your goal of a beautiful tan.

Next, we must remember that not everyone experiences both indoor tanning and sunbathing the same way. One person may emerge from the booth after 5 minutes and be very tanned. Another who used the same product and spent the same amount of time there might have lesser results. Not everyone experiences the same tanning process. Achieving a dark tan is virtually impossible for those with the fairest complexion, but you can, of course, use tanning products that will achieve a sun-kissed effect. With 1-2 sessions a week, your tan will definitely remain golden, and you'll be able to enjoy beautiful skin for longer. An alternative for these individuals is spray tanning, as this treatment allows you to achieve a dark tan without exposing your body to sunlight or UV rays.

But how can you tan with darker skin? Things are a bit easier here. For years, we've been searching for increasingly advanced solutions that help achieve a dark, natural, and even tan. All the while, we wanted to focus on caring for your skin as well. Our proven method for achieving a tan includes indoor tanning products that contain ingredients that accelerate tanning and deepen the effect.

How does it work? 

• Tanning accelerators stimulate the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for darkening skin. In other words, the tanning rate is faster and the effects are noticeable in a shorter time.
• The second type of tan enhancer is bronzers. These ingredients react with amino acids in the epidermis, creating what we might call a second layer of tan on the skin's surface, as the "standard" tanning process is simultaneously occurring in the deeper layers of the skin. Previously, only a few substances were known to intensify the tan while using a tanning bed.

Today, we use more than a dozen activators and complexes that make tanning even more effective; you'll also find information about special-purpose ingredients in each of our tanning lotion descriptions.

Many people visiting tanning salons, often do not realise how essential it is to use tanning cosmetics. The right skincare products are not simply an optional extra. They are an important part of the process that helps you achieve the perfect glow safely and effectively. Using professional tanning lotions supports the skin before, during, and after tanning, ensuring your experience is both pleasant and beneficial.

Why are tanning lotions helpful?

Tanning lotions are designed to do far more than just help you reach your desired tan shade. They work to amplify your results, meaning your tan will develop faster, appear deeper, and last longer. Consistent use of our carefully formulated tanning lotions offers multiple benefits for your skin and overall tanning experience. Our cosmetics will:

• intensely nourish the skin with moisture and essential nutrients,
• deliver valuable firming and conditioning ingredients,
• improve elasticity, tone, and smoothness,
• help prevent premature signs of ageing caused by dryness or UV exposure.

All of this helps maintain skin that is healthy, youthful, and radiant, even after frequent tanning sessions. By adding tanning lotions to your routine, you’re not only enhancing your colour but also protecting and caring for your skin long-term.

If you have areas that tend to tan less evenly than the rest of your body — for example, legs that often remain paler — our lotions are the perfect solution. Many of our customers have noticed a visible improvement in achieving even coverage across the entire body. By using the right tanning lotion, you can ensure your skin develops a beautifully smooth, balanced tan that looks natural and flawless, even in areas that previously struggled to bronze.

Another unique advantage of Onyx tanning lotions lies in their fragrance. Our premium cosmetics feature a wide selection of fresh and luxurious scents. You can enjoy every step of your tanning session without any unpleasant odours, either during or after exposure. This transforms your visit to the tanning salon into a relaxing, spa-like ritual that pampers both your skin and your senses.

With the use of Onyx tanning lotions, your tanning experience becomes more effective, comfortable, and indulgent — helping you achieve a long-lasting glow that truly reflects healthy, well-cared-for skin.

Everyone wants a dark, beautiful, and even tan. Unfortunately, our climate isn't conducive to constant sunbathing, so the indispensable tanning bed comes to the rescue. The sun's rays energize us, improve our mood, and give our skin a beautiful glow. Many of us use tanning beds because they're the perfect solution outside of the summer season. With 1-2 sessions a week, your tan will surely acquire a golden hue, and you'll be able to enjoy beautiful skin for longer. However, remember to use appropriate tanning bed cosmetics and follow proper use guidelines, and then using this device can bring only benefits.

A tanning salon is a place where you can soak up the sun's rays, but don't forget about the rules of safe tanning, as well as the contraindications when you have to give up using tanning beds!

Do you have very fair skin? Dry, sensitive, and discoloration-prone skin? Are you pregnant or breastfeeding? Are you menstruating or taking any medications? Be sure to familiarize yourself with the list of contraindications to indoor tanning.

Contraindications to tanning in a tanning salon!

Unfortunately, not everyone can safely use a tanning bed due to the possibility of allergic reactions or skin problems caused by the imitation of sunlight. The following list of contraindications to tanning beds will certainly help you avoid the unwanted effects of tanning.

1. People with very fair skin, of the Celtic type.
2. Various types of birthmarks, discolorations, and moles.
3. Hypersensitivity to ultraviolet radiation and sun allergy.
4. Dry, sensitive skin, acne, various types of skin diseases.
5. Unhealed tattoos, freshly applied permanent makeup, large unhealed wounds.
6. Very young age.
7. Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
8. Low-grade fever, fever, inflammation, flu, as well as heart, circulatory system, kidney and thyroid diseases.
9. Active beauty treatments, deep exfoliating chemical and physical peels, whitening treatments, freshly performed waxing.
10. Using cosmetics with retinol, hydroxy acids (AHA, BHA).
11. Use of oral and external photosensitizing agents :

• Herbs (arnica, St. John's wort, burdock, calendula).
• Medicines (barbiturate and sulfonamide drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (analgesics, antirheumatics), diuretics, antibiotics (tetracyclines), some antidepressants, sedatives, some antidiabetic drugs, hormonal drugs e.g. contraceptive pills, retinoid derivatives contained in ointments and oral medications e.g. Roaccutane, Differin).
• Cosmetics (deodorants and antibacterial agents in soaps, some fragrances (musk, lavender, cedar, vanilla, sandalwood and bergamot oils), retinoids (retinoic acid and its derivatives, retinol, with the exception of retinaldehyde, which does not sensitize the skin to sunlight), hydroxy acids (AHA, BHA).
• Sunscreens (benzophenones, cinnamic acid derivatives, oxybenzone, para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA), PABA esters).

Safe tanning in a few steps:

1. Always follow the advice and recommendations of the tanning salon staff; if you have any questions, the staff will certainly help.
2. Adjust tanning time to your skin type.
3. Do not use deodorants or perfumes before sunbathing.
4. Before sunbathing, wash off your makeup and remove jewelry.
5. Use appropriate cosmetics that will protect your skin and enhance the tan effect.
6. Choose several shorter sessions instead of one longer one.
7. Let your skin rest for approximately 48 hours between sessions.
8. When tanning, don't forget to protect your eyes! You'll definitely be provided with special protective goggles at the tanning salon.
9. Use an after-sun product – with proper care and hydration, your tan will last longer.