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Retention Season: Turn your summer slowdown into year-round momentum
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
The industry has shifted. Retention used to rely on punch cards, rewards programs, and summer-only specials. But today’s most successful salons are seeing better results by focusing on structure and value.
Thoughtfully designed memberships, a diverse mix of wellness and tanning services, and consistent messaging around long-term benefits are proving to be far more effective and sustainable than short-term gimmicks. In an evolving market, clients are looking for more than just a tan or a deal; they want convenience, results, and experiences they can count on. When your salon delivers all of that, retention becomes less of a struggle and more of a natural outcome. continue reading
How Much Sun Is Right for You? It Starts With Your Skin Type
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Skin pigmentation plays a protective role against UV damage from the sun and helps to protect against sunburns and skin cancer. At the same time, higher amounts of skin pigmentation slows vitamin D production in the skin, leading to an increased risk of vitamin D deficiency. Since this can result in differing, whole-body health consequences based on the darkness of an individual’s skin color, the need for a more individualized approach that considers skin type when making recommendations for sun exposure has become clear. continue reading
Balancing Sun Safety with Vitamin D Production
Monday, May 4, 2026
We begin our 11th Annual Sunshine Month with a focus on vitamin D, knowing full well that there are many additional health benefits resulting from sun exposure. We look forward to exploring those topics throughout the remainder of the month! continue reading



