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MagicTan FAQ
The following is a series of questions and answers that should simply tell you most of the Magic Tan story, as well as what benefits you might expect from our unique spray tanning booth.
What is the basic premise of MagicTan?
The MagicTan machine allows just about any person to step into a private booth, be gently sprayed with a fine mist, and come out with a beautiful golden brown tan. The tan is even throughout the body and lasts about a week. The process is completely safe, UV free, and takes only about a minute.
What is the marketplace for MagicTan?
According to the 2001 Edition of the Looking Fit Fact Book: “Indoor tanning is a multi-billion-dollar a year industry with over 25 million customers who actively tan indoors each year!” UV-Free tanning represents the safest and fastest growing segment of the market… MagicTan is the new player on the block. There is competition, but no one has the high quality machine and the dramatic growth oriented marketing system that MagicTan does. In fact, MagicTan is in existence because of the lack of marketing expertise shown by the competition.
So, who is the competition?
There are actually four competitors. Quality wise, some of the machines are better than others (we think ours is the best) but, candidly, each company provides a machine that gets the job done in a satisfactory manner. It's price and marketing that make the difference.
What makes the MagicTan machine better than the competition?
Our unit features 40 non-moving spray nozzles, by far, the most of any unit in the industry. This allows much better coverage for the tanning customer and a machine with a lot less down time for salon owners. Our booth is compact (122cm wide x 152cm deep x 229cm high) making it easy to work with in terms of placement in a salon. It’s the finest looking unit of its type and is made of acrylic, fibreglass and aluminium. Different colours may be available to fit in with any colour scheme. It’s self-cleaning which you will find is a major benefit to you and your staff. The entire unit runs off standard electrical service and no direct drain set up is mandatory. Finally, as long as you continue to buy your chemicals through MagicTan, the machine stays under full warranty – parts & labor. Our machine is much more “User Friendly” than our competitors and, we believe, it’s just a higher quality and better machine. In addition MagicTan has several add on products that our competitors do not offer. These products improve and extend the life of the tan and add profits to your salon.
Why do you use an oil-less compressor when other booths on the market do not ?
Perhaps we are a little conservative but we do not like the idea of breathing oil. The compressors we use are similar to those used by dentists and food outlets who use oil-less compressors for this very reason. As compressors get older they inevitably start to leak more oil which in turn will lead to more oil being sprayed on your customer - not a great idea in our view.
Does MagicTan actually manufacture the machines?
Yes, at our manufacturing plant in Cleveland, Ohio.
What is the production capacity for machines?
Unlimited. Any number of machines can be fully constructed within two weeks of being ordered. Your unit can be air freighted for a small additional cost.
How long does it take to get a machine once ordered?
Currently, we are quoting delivery and installation within 60 days of the order.
Is financing available?
Yes, for any existing business. You will have the option to fully finance your purchase either through conventional purchase finance terms or through third party leasing - which may give you some tax and cash flow advantages.
Will MagicTan help me market the machines?
Yes. Your success is our success. We will give you any and every type of ongoing support we can to support your marketing efforts.
How much does it cost the consumer to use MagicTan?
Our recommended price for consumer use is $25 per session.
Is the process safe for consumers?
Yes. All of the components in our tanning solution are approved by the FDA and have been used in food and/or cosmetics for several decades. If an individual has ever had any adverse effects utilizing self-tanning products or moisturizers, they might experience similar effects with our tanning solution.
How does it work?
Sunless tanning products work by creating a response with the top layers of skin. Dihydroxyacetone or DHA sugars react naturally with the protein in skin to create that tan, golden colour tanners are seeking. MagicTan uses a DHA self-tanner and a bronzer blend to give you the streak-free golden tan you want - no matter what your skin type. We have also added aloe and moisturizers to keep your skin healthy and golden brown, so you can look good and feel great! Thanks to advances in technology, there's no longer any reason for any person to go through life looking pale and unhealthy.
What about allergic reactions to chemicals used in the tanning solution?
No. All of the components in the MagicTan tanning solution have been used in cosmetics and food products for decades. These components are approved for use on the skin and are considered safe. If you have any serious allergies it is always wise to ask the salon staff who have a complete list of ingredients that they can show you.
How is the tanning solution applied to the skin?
The MagicTan booth is a full-body, DHA tanning process that utilizes a new misting technology. This is a revolutionary process that allows the booth to apply a uniform amount of tanning solution to all parts of the body. When the special MagicTan solution passes through the booth’s nozzles, the particles of solution are polarized making it cover all surfaces of the skin evenly. When the tanning process is finished, the user simply steps out of the booth, towels-off any excess mist, gets dressed, and exits. The result is a uniform, natural-looking tan in less than five minutes.
Does it turn the skin orange?
No! In the past, self-tanners gave many individuals an unnatural orange glow and caused streaking. Most of these undesirable results were caused by improper or ineffective application techniques. Applying cremes and lotions by hand usually results in excessive amounts being absorbed in the skin. Excessive amounts applied in a single application can give an orange glow to the skin. Unnatural dark spots may also appear in dry or thick skinned areas such as elbows, knees, and knuckles because these areas have a tendency to absorb more of the creme. Hand held spray-on applicators tend to run and cause streaking. This new misting technology used to apply the MagicTan tanning solution assures that all areas of the body get a uniform coating of the solution in the exact quantity required to produce a golden brown tan.
What about people with fair skin that have never been able to tan?
The MagicTan tanning booth was designed specifically for individuals who can't or don't want to tan conventionally.
Do people with hair on their legs/arms, develop a uneven tan where hair is present?
No. People with hair on their bodies will see tiny droplets of mist on their hairs at the end of the tanning process. These droplets are removed during towelling off and the same even, golden brown tan is achieved.
What if I have a bald spot ?
If I wear a shower cap my bald spot will be white and my face brown !
As it isn't necessary to wear a shower cap for the misting process (it doesn't affect the colour of your hair in any way - even if you have grey hair) you can go into the booth without a cap and even your bald spot will get that great tan !
What should people wear in the tanning booth?
Many people do not wear anything. The room is completely private, so tanning in the nude is perfectly acceptable. However, if a bathing suit, underwear, or anything else is worn, it may be stained. The bronzer we use for initial colour is water-soluble and should wash out of any clothing, but the DHA applications may cause permanent stains on any clothing worn inside the booth.
What happens if the mist gets into the user’s eyes?
We suggest keeping the eyes closed during the misting process. Due to the moisturizing components in the mist, eyes may feel itchy or scratchy, but there is nothing in the mist that is harmful to eyes.
How many times does a person need to use MagicTan to achieve the colour they want?
A person will be tan after one session, but it may take an additional session or two to achieve their desired colour. Once they reach the desired colour they should be able to maintain it by tanning every four to five days.
Does MagicTan give an even tan, or will some parts of the body be darker?
The MagicTan tanning booth is designed to provide the most even tan possible. However, tanners will be different heights and shapes, and may stand in different positions. It is possible that some people will find some areas of their tan lighter than others will. In most cases, this difference disappears after several tanning sessions.
Will it make the user feel sticky like lotions do?
No. Once the user leaves the MagicTan tanning booth and dries off, their skin will feel soft and pliable because of the moisturizing components. It will not feel sticky.
Does the user need to cover their hair during use?
No. Many consumers wear disposable shower caps, which are provided by the salon, to keep the solution from getting in their hair. Other consumers tan without covering their hair. The solution will not penetrate the hair follicles.
Is the user wet when getting out of the booth?
The mist applied in the MagicTan tanning booth is very fine, much like the mist floating in the air on a foggy day. By the time the user steps out of the booth most of the mist will have dried, but there may still be a few moist areas. They may see small droplets clinging to the body hair on arms or legs. This remaining moisture can be removed quite easily by towelling dry. There’s no worry about wiping off the solution with the towel. Towelling does not streak the tan, and any solution that comes off on the towel was excess and will not effect the tan.
Does the mist leave an unpleasant odor on the user?
Some consumers have commented that they noticed a "starchy" smell on their skin after tanning, but it is usually not noticeable to others around them.
Will the user get sick if they breathe during the session?
We recommend that users hold their breath during the actual misting process, which lasts about 20 seconds. We make this recommendation because most individuals would prefer not to breathe in the mist even though there is nothing in it that would cause any harm if you did breathe it in. If there is a history of asthma or other respiratory illnesses we do not recommend tanning in the MagicTan tanning booth until consulting with a doctor.
How long after the tanning session can the user put their clothes back on?
Once the user has towel dried there is little chance of the bronzer or DHA getting on their clothes. If they pursue any strenuous physical activity after your MagicTan tanning session, perspiration may cause some of the bronzer to transfer to their clothing. Since the bronzer is completely water-soluble it will wash out.
Does this system cause freckles in people who usually freckle when tanning?
No. There is nothing in the MagicTan tanning solution that will cause more freckles to break out. In fact, in most cases, freckles and blemishes will become less pronounced because the lighter skin areas will darken and reduce the colour differentiation between the blemishes and the rest of the skin.
Will the user get a better tan if they tan twice in the same day?
Yes, tanning twice in the same day will create a darker tan, but we do not recommend back to back sessions. Tanning back to back does not give the DHA a chance to set between tans, and increases the chance that your tan may have an orange glow. Waiting 12 to 24 hours between tans will eliminate this potential problem.
How soon after the tanning session can the user shower?
We recommend that the user wait at least a few hours after tanning to give the DHA enough time to fully set. If they shower earlier, they may diminish the intensity of the tan. When they do shower the initial tan created by the water-soluble bronzer will wash off, but the DHA will remain and create a long term tan.
Can MagicTan users also use the sun and UV-tanning beds?
Yes. There is nothing in the MagicTan tanning solution that would prevent users from tanning in tanning beds or the sun. In fact, a number of customers have found that tanning with UV rays and the MagicTan tanning solution actually gives them a better overall tan. Remember, however, that the MagicTan tanning process does not give protection from UV rays.
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