International Smart Tan Network

01/06/2026

Every month, Smart Tan Magazine spotlights an exceptional salon owner whose story deserves to be told. Our Member of the Month feature is a chance to recognize the people behind the businesses—owners who are evolving with the industry, leading strong teams, and creating experiences that keep clients coming back.

Every month, Smart Tan Magazine spotlights an exceptional salon owner whose story deserves to be told. Our Member of the Month feature is a chance to recognize the people behind the businesses—owners who are evolving with the industry, leading strong teams, and creating experiences that keep clien...

09/15/2025

05/27/2025

☀️ The sun is front and center on the cover of Scientific American, a national publication seen on newsstands and read by more than 10 million people monthly.

Check out Smart Tan's coverage of the article here: https://news.smarttan.com/index.php/sunlight-and-autoimmune-diseases-new-treatments-highlight-healing-potential-of-uv/

05/01/2025

GrassrootsHealth Celebrates a Decade of Empowering the Public with Science-Backed Sunshine Education

GrassrootsHealth Celebrates a Decade of Empowering the Public with Science-Backed Sunshine Education ENCINITAS, CA (May 1, 2025) – This May, GrassrootsHealth proudly celebrates the 10th Annual Sunshine Month, a campaign that has educated millions over the past decade about the critical role of sen...

10/31/2024

"November is the month that Vitamin D winter begins in northern latitudes – including all of Canada. A time when the sun can no longer trigger vitamin D production in your skin as fall and winter UVB rays are too weak. The Vitamin D Society is reminding everyone that now is the time to TAKE ACTION to ensure you are not vitamin D deficient through winter."

TORONTO, ON (October 28, 2024) – November is the month that Vitamin D winter begins in northern latitudes – including all of Canada. A time when the sun can no longer trigger vitamin D production in your skin as fall and winter UVB rays are too weak. The Vitamin D Society is reminding everyone t...

10/18/2024

What sets the HaloSauna apart is its combination of infrared sauna and salt therapy, making it an ideal addition to any tanning business looking to offer a multi-faceted wellness experience.

HaloSauna from Halotherapy Solutions Ready to take your wellness business to the next level? It’s time to get acquainted with the game-changing combo of salt and sauna that’s transforming wellness in tanning. Imagine giving your clients a rejuvenating experience that not only leaves them glowing...

08/19/2024

A new study from the University of Edinburgh, recently published in the journal Health & Place, has garnered significant attention for its findings on the health outcomes of tanning salon users in Great Britain. This study, the largest prospective analysis of its kind, examined the relationship between solarium use and various mortality risks.

A new study from the University of Edinburgh, recently published in the journal Health & Place, has garnered significant attention for its findings on the health outcomes of tanning salon users in Great Britain. This study, the largest prospective analysis of its kind, examined the relationship betw...

05/09/2024

Make sure to check out GrassrootsHealth Nutrient Research Institute for more valuable information and articles in recognition of Sunshine Month!

From GrassrootsHealth Research shows that more sunshine in your life can help you live healthier, longer, and that avoiding sunshine could be the 4th major lifestyle factor leading to early death Key Points Researchers discovered the mortality rate for women who avoided sun exposure was two times hi...

04/02/2024

It’s only been about five years since the advent of hybrid tanning with LED delivery of multiple light spectrums ushered in a new era for the industry, helping salons elevate profits with a new kind of tanning experience that’s perfectly suited to be the centerpiece of the increasingly prevalent “tanning spa” business model. Now, in the next five years, we can expect this newer equipment technology to become more of a standard than a novelty, and we’ll see an increasingly significant gap between salons that are actively modernizing their equipment mixes and those that aren’t.

Ready or not, it’s time to start planning for what your business needs to offer to sustain success in 2030 and beyond.

As we anticipate the next groundbreaking leap in tanning technology, the introduction of full-body LED sunbeds from the industry's leading manufacturers,

04/02/2024

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From GrassrootsHealth The amount of vitamin D needed on a daily basis can vary depending on weight. Could it also be that vitamin D levels directly

03/26/2024

03/26/2024

With the summer months approaching, the UK sunbed industry is determined to dispel the “entrenched myths” surrounding the use of indoor tanning equipment.

Professional sunbeds help people to tan “responsibly” without burning, says The Sunbed Association With the summer months approaching, the UK sunbed