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Rich, Bronze-Toned Color With High-Pressure Tanning in Lakewood, Colorado
Ready to take your existing base a shade deeper? High-pressure tanning is a premium UV option many clients choose for rich, bronze-toned color, with session plans set carefully by our Smart Tan-certified staff at our salon in Lakewood, Colorado.
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A Premium Option for Deeper Color
High-pressure tanning uses a different style of lamp than a standard bed. These lamps typically deliver a higher share of UVA light, the part of the spectrum associated with darkening existing pigment, which is why many clients describe the result as a deeper, more bronze color rather than a golden or reddish one. Clients often report that this color holds well and fades gradually, which makes high-pressure sessions a favorite for maintaining a deeper tan.
It is one of several options within our UV tanning menu. Some clients alternate high-pressure visits with standard Bed Tanning sessions, and others add Face Tanning to keep their complexion in step with a darker body tan. If you prefer color with no UV at all before an event, a custom spray tan is always available as well.
Because high-pressure units work differently, session length is not something to guess. Our Smart Tan-certified staff and owner Beth Shull, who brings more than 30 years of industry experience, review your skin type and tanning history before recommending a plan. Curious what clients say about our guidance? Read our client reviews before you book.
Is high-pressure tanning better than a regular tanning bed?
High-pressure tanning is not better for everyone, but it suits clients who want deeper, bronze-toned color and already have some base. Standard beds tend to build color more broadly, which makes them a common starting point. High-pressure units focus more on darkening existing pigment, so many clients use them to deepen and extend a tan they have already started.
Your skin type, tanning history and goals all matter. Our Smart Tan-certified staff help you decide which approach makes the most sense for you, or whether a mix of both fits your routine better. We are happy to walk through the pros of each option before you commit.
Many clients find high-pressure tanning works best once they have some existing color, because these lamps mainly deepen pigment that is already there. Starting with a few standard bed sessions is a common path. That said, every skin is different, and there is no single rule that fits every client. Our staff review your tanning history at your consultation and recommend whether to build a base first or begin with short high-pressure sessions tailored to your skin type.
Results vary, but many clients notice that color from high-pressure sessions fades more gradually than color built in a standard bed. How long your tan lasts depends on your skin, how often you tan and your aftercare. Every client's skin renews at its own pace. Daily moisturizer, gentle cleansing and avoiding harsh exfoliation help your bronze color stay even. We can suggest a maintenance rhythm that keeps your glow steady without overdoing sessions or rushing your skin.
High-pressure lamps are designed to deepen existing color, so many clients see a richer, bronze-toned result that looks natural in everyday light rather than red, orange or uneven.
Clients often report that a high-pressure tan fades slowly and evenly, which helps them keep consistent color between visits instead of noticing sudden changes from one week to the next.
If you already tan in standard beds, high-pressure sessions give you a natural next step for taking your color deeper without changing your whole routine at the salon or starting over.
These units work differently from standard beds, so our Smart Tan-certified staff set your session length carefully based on skin type and history, then adjust gradually as your skin responds over time.
Planning ahead for a vacation, wedding or photo shoot? Starting high-pressure sessions well in advance lets you deepen color gradually rather than rushing in the final days before your date.
Some clients deepen their base with high-pressure sessions, then add a custom spray tan before a big occasion. Our team can help you schedule both so they work well together.
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Inside Your High-Pressure Tanning Plan
High-pressure tanning works best with a thoughtful plan behind it. Here are the six areas our team focuses on when you choose this option at our salon in Lakewood, Colorado, from deciding whether it fits your skin to protecting your eyes and keeping your bronze color even between visits. Each plan is built around your skin, never a generic chart.
High-pressure tanning suits clients who already have some color and want a deeper bronze, plus regulars looking to maintain a tan with a different style of session. Very fair or easily burned skin may be better served by other options, and we will tell you honestly.
Standard lay-down beds are a common place to start building color, while high-pressure units focus more on deepening it. Many clients use both, building a base in a standard bed and moving to high-pressure sessions as their tan develops.
Because high-pressure lamps differ from standard beds, your starting session length is set specifically for this equipment. Our staff never simply transfer your usual bed time, and we adjust gradually as your skin adapts between visits over the following weeks.
Shower and exfoliate gently a day ahead, arrive without heavy lotions, makeup or perfume, and apply a quality indoor tanning lotion before your session. Well-hydrated skin helps your color develop smoothly and evenly across your body during each session.
Protective eyewear is required for every high-pressure session, without exception. Keep it on from the moment the lamps start until they switch off, and ask our team for eye protection if you happen to forget your own pair at home.
Moisturize daily, choose lukewarm showers and gentle cleansers, and skip scrubs that strip color. Shifting your position slightly during sessions and adding face tanning when needed helps your bronze tone stay balanced from head to toe for longer.
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Clients Trust Our Guidance on Deeper Tans
Clients regularly point to our honest recommendations, clean rooms and friendly team when they talk about their visits. That guidance matters when you move up to a premium option like high-pressure tanning. Read what clients from Lakewood, Colorado and nearby communities say, then come see us for your own plan.
What Clients Ask About High-Pressure Tanning
High-pressure tanning works a little differently from standard beds, so it naturally raises questions. These answers cover what our team hears most often from clients considering an upgrade. For advice about your own skin, call us or send the form and we will gladly talk it through with you.
Why do high-pressure sessions use different times than regular beds?
High-pressure lamps deliver light differently than standard bed lamps, so the time that works in one unit does not carry over to the other. Our Smart Tan-certified staff set a session length specifically for high-pressure equipment based on your skin type and history, then adjust gradually. Never assume your usual bed time applies to a high-pressure session.
Can I still burn in a high-pressure unit?
Yes. Any UV exposure can cause redness or burning if sessions are too long or too frequent for your skin. That is why we set cautious session times, space visits out and ask how your skin responded last time. If you notice redness or tenderness, skip your next session and let our team know so we can adjust your plan.
How many high-pressure sessions will I need?
There is no fixed number, because results depend on your skin type, existing color and goals. Many clients find they need fewer visits to maintain deeper color once their base is established, but we never rush the process. Our staff review your progress at each visit and recommend a pace that keeps your color building gradually and comfortably.
Can very fair skin tan in a high-pressure unit?
Fair skin that burns easily often has less existing pigment for high-pressure lamps to deepen, so results can be limited. Our team may suggest starting in a standard bed with very short sessions or choosing a custom spray tan instead. We will always give you an honest recommendation based on how your skin typically responds to light.
Should I mix high-pressure sessions with regular bed tanning?
Many clients do. Standard beds can help build color, while high-pressure sessions focus on deepening it, so alternating can keep your tan balanced. Our staff will plan how often to use each option and make sure you rest between sessions. Your combined schedule is always based on your skin, never a one-size-fits-all chart or a rigid weekly routine.
What should I bring to a high-pressure tanning appointment?
Bring protective eyewear if you have your own, a quality indoor tanning lotion and a lip balm made for indoor tanning. Loose, comfortable clothing is nice for afterward, especially on warm days. If you forget anything, our team can help with eye protection and point you toward products that suit high-pressure sessions before you begin.
What to Expect at a High-Pressure Session
Tell Us Your History
Let us know how long you have been tanning, which equipment you usually use and how your skin has responded. This history guides every recommendation we make for high-pressure sessions.
Get a Tailored Time
Our Smart Tan-certified staff set a starting session length specific to the high-pressure unit and your skin type, then explain how that time may change as your color deepens.
Prep Your Skin
In your private room, remove jewelry, apply a quality indoor tanning lotion evenly and put on protective eyewear. Take a moment to review the unit controls before you begin your session.
Start Your Session
Start the timer and relax while the lamps do their work. If anything feels too warm or uncomfortable at any point, end your session early and let a team member know right away.
Hydrate Afterward
Once you are dressed, apply a rich moisturizer and drink some water. Well-hydrated skin feels more comfortable after tanning and helps your new bronze color look smooth and even.
Map Out Maintenance
Before you leave the salon, we talk through when to return and how to balance high-pressure visits with standard beds or face tanning to keep your color deep, even and comfortable.
Go a Shade Deeper
Deepen Your Bronze Glow in Lakewood, Colorado
High-pressure tanning can take an existing tan to a richer, bronze-toned level when it is paired with careful planning. At Snazzy Tanz, our Smart Tan-certified staff set session times specifically for high-pressure equipment and adjust them as your skin responds, backed by more than 30 years of industry experience. Our woman-owned salon was named Best Tanning Salon in community awards for 2024 and 2025.
Book online through our client portal, ask about a same-day appointment or walk in to talk through your plan. We look forward to helping you go a shade deeper at our salon in Lakewood, Colorado.
