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Red & Infrared × UV: The Synergy Science

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Every UV lamp study, every photoaging paper built on artificial radiation, every dermatological consensus built on that literature, it is measuring damage in an organism that never got the circadian cues to get ready. That is a foundational error. The conclusions drawn from it have shaped sun avoidance messaging for decades. continue reading

Wavelength Guide for RED light : What 635nm and 850nm Actually Do

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Photobiomodulation (PBM) research has identified wavelength as the single most consequential variable in light-based therapy protocols. Published literature indicates that 635nm red light and 850nm near-infrared (NIR) light interact with tissue through different absorption pathways and reach different anatomical depths. For salon operators running full-body sessions, understanding these differences is not just academic. It directly informs session design, client outcomes, and how to evaluate equipment specifications. This article translates the peer-reviewed evidence on both wavelengths into practical knowledge for operators evaluating full-body red light systems. continue reading

Embrace the ‘Summer Lifestyle’ on Social Media

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
As Smart Tan has said for years, as tanning businesses, “We Are Sunshine.” Summer might not be the best time of year for tanning businesses, but it is the perfect time to subtly reinforce that indoor tanning and laying out in the sun or engaging in outdoor summer activities are closely related and complementary experiences. continue reading

Saskatchewan – HEALTH CARD RENEWAL STICKERS COMING THIS FALL, IS YOUR ADDRESS UP TO DATE?

Monday, June 22, 2026
With health cards set to expire at the end of 2026, eHealth is reminding Saskatchewan residents to make sure their address and family information on file is up-to-date to ensure they receive their new health card stickers this fall.  continue reading

Why we should all be getting more sun: new book

Monday, June 22, 2026
Jacobsen believes that safe exposure to the sun’s rays can actually lower blood pressure, and build a healthier immune system. Meanwhile, he writes that some sunscreen products contain a high concentration of potentially harmful chemicals. continue reading

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