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Is Free Better than a Discount?

Thursday, December 27, 2018

Is Free Better than a Discount?

Friday, December 21st, 2018 SmartTan.com
Of course free is better for the customer, but it may also make for a more effective promotion in the long-run than a discount, according to research. A study in the Journal of Consumer Research found that offering a discount devalues a product significantly in the minds of consumers, while offering something free as a promotion has little affect on the perceived value.
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Sunlight Institute responses to sun articles 12/17/18—12/23/18

Thursday, December 27, 2018
Sunlight Institute responses to sun articles 12/17/18—12/23/18   https://www.sentinelsource.com/news/local/new-tanning-salon-opens-in-keene-plaza/article_9319117d-96a0-5c16-a00c-d0b517b29ac0.html Congratulations to Larisa Trexler, who understands that sunbeds (tanning beds) have many healthful benefits, including relaxation and a feeling of wellbeing. Here are several additional benefits of sunbeds:
  • A twenty-year study showed that sunbed users had a 23% reduced risk of all-cause death compared to those who avoided sunlight and sunbeds.
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ESA Scientific Newsletter 4th edition

Friday, December 21, 2018
ESA Scientific Newsletter 4th edition The European Sunlight Association has done a review of the latest research that may interest you. Please see attachment Scientific_Newsletter_December.01continue reading

ASA Makes an Impact in St. Charles

Thursday, December 20, 2018
One of the most effective ways to impact the future of the industry is in the hands of the thousands of businesses that make up the market. More and more tanning salons are becoming involved with the ASA,.... continue reading

Here Comes The Sun: Study Finds Sunlight Can Help Fight Against Depression

Wednesday, December 19, 2018
Apart from helping you fight against depression, vitamin D can also strengthen the bones and also help with diabetes, inflammation, and other serious medical issues.  continue reading

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