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Re: Moving to upgraded salon
SteveO -
First, you explain that these are 15 minute beds rather than 20 minute beds because they use stronger lamps. That is true - there is more UVB designed to get to 4 MEDS in 15 minutes rather than 20.
Second, you explain that the beds are new with brand new lamps which means they are particularly strong at first.
Then - you "control" the exposure time. You NEVER ask "how long do you want to go today". You TELL them how long they will go today - based on their skin type, tanning history, etc.
Do a little experimenting at first. My guess is a "regular" customer who was going 20 before in the old beds will be fine to do at LEAST 10 the first time in these. Have them start there, see how they do. If no red - bump them up to 12 minutes the next time. Keep going until you get them up to the Full 15 minutes.
If they appear VERY tan -- can probably start them at 12-13 even. On the other hand, if they appear fairly pale - back them down to 8.
Most people, unless they are type 2 and very fair -- will be able to do at least 7-8 in an initial visit. Climb 2 minutes at a time until they get to the full exposure. If they get "pink" anywhere along the way, keep them at that time for a few visits or have them wait a day or two.
Same thing applies to your upgrade beds. Start slow, move up a minute or two at a time. If they move up from a lower level, cut them back 2 minutes or so on the upgrade until you see how they do there.
Congratulations on your salon!
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