General suntanning instructions
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What you should know about using your JK sunbed:
Who can get a tan?
Anyone who can get a tan in natural sunshine. People with sensitive skin can even tan more gently
because JK sunbeds tan the skin with virtually no UVB rays which cause sunburn.
What are the recommended exposure periods?
Although the UV tanning method virtually avoids the risk of sunburn, a certain amount of consid-
eration must be given to the individual's skin sensitivity during the initial phase:
Skin types fair ( II ) normal ( III )
dark ( IV )
Tanning effect normal fast
fast
Sunburn (sensitivity to the sun) mostly rarely
rarely
Max. period of exposure to natural sunlight (without light-
screening lotion) for sunburn to occur
approx. 10 -
20 minutes
approx. 20 -
30 minutes
approx. 40
minutes
1st session 4 minutes 4 minutes 4 minutes
2nd session 4 minutes 5 minutes 5 minutes
3rd session 5 minutes 6 minutes 6 minutes
4th session 5 minutes 6 minutes 7 minutes
Recommended 5th session 6 minutes 7 minutes 9 minutes
tanning times 6th session 6 minutes 8 minutes 10 minutes
with standard 7th session 7 minutes 9 minutes 11 minutes
JK lamps 8th session 7 minutes 10 minutes 12 minutes
9th session 8 minutes 11 minutes 13 minutes
10th session 8 minutes 12 minutes 15 minutes
11th session 9 minutes 12 minutes 16 minutes
12th session 9 minutes 13 minutes 17 minutes
Tanning sessions must be at least 48 hours apart.
Maximum number
off sessions per
year
60
(= 15 kJ/m
2
)
43
(= 15 kJ/m
2
)
33
(= 15 kJ/m
2
)
CAUTION
These times only apply in conjunction with the lamps specified by JK.
How many tanning sessions are necessary?
This will, of course, also depend on the tanning capability of the individual's skin - just as in natural
sunshine. Generally, a normal tanning skin will have achieved an attractive and even tan after
three to five tanning sessions. Initially, tanning should take place every second day. Normally, one
to two tanning sessions per week are sufficient to retain a tan once it has been achieved.
CAUTION
Do not exceed the maximum number of sessions a year (see Table).
Is it necessary to use sun lotion?
No! Cosmetic sun lotions with a light-shielding factor are used to filter out aggressive rays of sun-
shine. As these aggressive rays are virtually non-existent with JK sunbeds, sun protection lotions
are unnecessary. Instead, the skin should be thoroughly cleaned and dried before each tanning
session.
An ideal form of skin treatment is provided by the JK Ergoline series of care products. Before tan-
ning (pre sun) and after tanning (après sun). These contain a special combination of selected in-
gredients, including aloe vera extract, jojoba oil, D-pantenol and elastin, to cleanse the skin, help to
slow down the ageing process and moisturise. This will leave the skin soft, smooth and supple.
The lotions themselves are applied by pleasant massage, quickly penetrating deep into the skin
without leaving any residue.
CAUTION
• Some medicines for internal and external application are capable of significantly in-
creasing the skin's sensitivity to UV rays. Examples include: antibiotics, sulphona-
mides, psoralen (such as melanin, vitamin-A acid and derivatives). During and
shortly after the application of such or similar preparations, it is recommended to
avoid tanning - also in the sun. In cases of doubt, consult your doctor.
• Close your eyes while tanning and use the UV goggles provided.
• Never use the sunbed if the filter glass is broken.
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