Importance of Tanning Bed Bulbs

Just how important are the tanning bed bulbs in achieving a deep tan? The answer to that question is-extremely important! Purchasing replacement lamps for tanning beds is a continuous cycle if you own a home tanning bed. There are different watts fro different styles and different needs:

There are the 5.0 Ultra Violet Bulbs that are generally found in 80-100 watts. They are the most commonly used tanning bed bulbs. They have low Ultra violet lights; therefore, they are the safest for the everyday tanner. They produce a deep bronze after extended usage. The life span of this tanning bed bulb is approximately 1000 hours.
The 6.5 Ultra Violet Bulb is the next step above the 5.0 tanning bulb. It is used for a more experienced tanner. Although the wattage is usually about the same, the ultra violet light is a little higher. This requires adaptation of the skin to this range of UVB. This tanning bed bulb usually lasts about 1000 hours, as well.
The more advanced tanner, than even the one mentioned above, will more than likely want the 9.0 Ultra Violet Bulb. Again the wattage is the same 100 watts. The ultra violet lights are substantially higher, so you wouldn't want his type of tanning bed bulb if this was your first time tanning. This tanning bed bulb, like the others, has a life span of approximately 1000 hours.

If you own a home tanning bed and you are not quite sure on which tanning bed bulbs are right for your specific needs, Give yourself an evaluation with the following questions:

1. Are you a beginner tanner or experienced? In other words, if you haven't maintained a tan year round, you probably need to start at the bottom and consider yourself a beginner. However, if you are one of these tanners that have kept your color all year on and off, you are more likely to be an experienced tanner.

2. After you have decided which category from above that you are, then you need to decide what it is that you are looking for. Do you want just a little color to take the place of very fair skin? If so, you probably need to start with the lowest ultra violet bulb, such as the 5.0. If you are fair to medium skinned and you want noticeable results, then opt for the 6.5 bulbs. If you are darker skinned and tan easily, go for the 9.0 bulbs.

There are some great resources out on the internet that can help you decide which tanning bed bulbs are right for your needs.