Tanning at Elite Tan can be like a mini vacation.

Hop into your favorite bed, pop a CD into your personal stereo, relax and unwind. Safety, skincare, salon cleanliness, results and value are as important to us as they are to you. We've taken care of all the details for you to ensure that your tanning experience is like no other. You will see why Elite Tan is the leader in indoor tanning salons.

REMEMBER - Nobody gets you darker™

We care about you.

Right after your tour of Elite Tan one of our certified tanning professionals will assess your skin type. By going through the skin typing process with you we can determine your skin's tolerance to UV light. This will allow our certified tanning professionals to make up a personalized tanning schedule that will give you the results you are looking for in the least amount of time, while minimizing any chance of over exposure. Our certified tanning professionals will also go over the skincare system that you will need to maximize your results and take the absolute best care of your skin.

We provide a clean facility.

At Elite Tan cleanliness is a top priority! Our rigorous cleaning schedule makes sure you are always tanning in the most hygienic atmosphere possible. Every private room is provided with clean fresh towels, and each bed is disinfected with a hospital grade disinfectant before each session, from the tanning equipment to the doorknobs nothing is overlooked.

We are trained professionals.

Whether your goal is to maintain a great tan throughout the year, get a base tan before going on vacation, or if you just want a relaxing session under our tanning lamps we can help you achieve the results you are looking for. At Elite Tan our 9 distinct levels of advanced European designed tanning systems will impress all, from the first time tanner to the most advanced tanner.

Our certified tanning professionals will also go over the skincare system that you will need to maximize your results and take the absolute best care of your skin.

Our staff is trained in the proper administration of UV light and certified by the International Smart Tan Network. The International Smart Tan Network is dedicated to educating indoor tanning professionals and the millions of customers they serve. The International Smart Tan Network is a synergetic world wide consortium committed to researching and promoting the responsible, life-long skin-care regimen of moderate tanning for those who can tan and sunburn avoidance for all.

Smart Tan Objectives:

Redefining the standards of professionalism in the indoor tanning salon industry, Smart Tan and its members are committed to the following objectives:

• Teaching millions of tanners worldwide how to maximize the potential benefits and minimize the potential risks associated with either too much or too little sunlight.

• Encouraging both tanners and non-tanners to examine the scientific research supporting the benefits associated with sun exposure, while at the same time respecting the potential risks.

• Supplying indoor tanning professionals with new and unparalleled educational opportunities to further their understanding of ultraviolet light and the tanning process.

• Raising consumer expectations of what constitutes a professional indoor tanning facility.

• Funding new scientific research on the positive effects of ultraviolet light and promoting this emerging field of evidence in its proper context.

The Smart Tan Creed: Moderate indoor tanning - for individuals who can develop a tan - is the smartest way to maximize the potential benefits associated with sunlight while at the same time minimizing the risks of too much exposure.

The Golden Rule of Smart Tanning: Don't EVER Sunburn.

Bulbs.

Our bulbs are the highest quality available; because we want to make sure you tan fast! Wolff Systems and Cosmedico produce the very best bulbs money can buy. They are the leaders in cutting edge tanning bulb technology, Elite Tan uses them exclusively.

Value.

The Elite Bulb Promise means that you never have to settle for bulbs that haven't been changed for hundreds of hours. We change our bulbs frequently. Well before the industry recommendations, ensuring that our bulbs stay at maximum output. And so that you always get the best tan possible.

Comfort.

We know that our bulbs give off a lot of heat, but it's the UV light that we really want, since that's what makes you tan. So we have worked hard to eliminate that uncomfortable heat. We put in one ton of air conditioning for every bed in our stores. That's the equivalent to two window units per bed. We spend extra money to buy equipment that runs cooler so you stay cooler, and we also design our rooms for maximum ventilation. At Elite Tan, you can get a great tan - no sweat!

Lotions.

Elite Tan offers only the best skin care products available. Elite Tan offers over 300 different lotions specifically designed to enhance the life of your tan no matter what skin type you have. Lotions are essential to the tanning process because they moisturize your skin to prepare it for tanning and to make your tan last longer. These lotions also contain ingredients to accelerate the tanning process, helping you achieve the results you want faster. Elite Tan also has lotions that help repair any damage to your skin that occurs in your day to day life.

We guarantee our beds.

We guarantee that the lamps you are tanning under are changed long before the manufacturers suggested lamp life. The tanning lamps in our beds are monitored through our computer system, and metered for peak output on regular basis using sophisticated instruments. So while other salons may be less expensive, ask yourself if you are getting the same value for your money as you get at Elite Tan.

Testimonials.

Cheryl W.

“The staff is excellent! They are always very friendly and courteous and explain everything in detail. The rooms are always clean and stocked. The beds are wonderful, plenty of room to stretch. I would recommend Elite Tan to everyone”

Amber W.

“Elite Tan is the best in town. I believe they have great deals on their tanning products and beds. Their employees are really nice and friendly. If anyone would ask about Elite Tan I would say they are the best and to use their Power for U Bed because you can get a great tan in less time which is good if you are a person with a busy lifestyle”

Tristan E.

“I have been tanning at Elite Tan for over 2 years and I am a VIP Tan Club member. Elite Tan has the most enjoyable staff and a relaxing atmosphere. The staff knows me by name and makes an effort to ask about what is new with me every time I come in. Overall, Elite Tan is the best tanning salon I have ever visited and that is why I come in several times a week”

Jennifer P.

“My Paradise! Being a mom, wife and a busy professional, it is hard to make time to take a break. Elite Tan has provided me my paradise without leaving town. I have tanned for many years and had never experienced such a great atmosphere until now. I think what I noticed first when I walked in the door was the friendly faces. Before they even sold me a package, they gave me a full tour of their facility. I have never seen beds like theirs! After two years of tanning, I can say their consistency with their staff, the upkeep of their equipment and their cleanliness has made me an ambassador for them”

Kelley M.

"Been tanning for many years at other salons and I have been coming here for the past 2-3 years. There are others that may be less expensive but I prefer Elite Tan. The beds and bulbs are stronger and they do a better job. I actually come out with noticeable color every time. Love it!”

Deana H.

“Very simple – The cleanest tanning salon in town!”

Janna C.

“As a large woman I have always been apprehensive of being too large to tan until I took a tour of their facility. Wow! The beds come in all sizes and shapes. They have been so welcoming and I always walk into a smile”

Leeanne G.

“I just started tanning and let’s just say I was super pale. Since I have been coming here I am getting dark. I used to live in Florida and I didn’t get as dark as I am now. Thank you Elite Tan!”

Kristi S.

“My first visit was just when the salon had been opened for one day. I was given a complete tour by a very competent employee. She was quite knowledgeable about the beds, the products, and which would be most compatible with me. This salon is such a welcome change for the 280 area. I have been tanning since the 1980’s and this is the first place with this much class. People will gladly pay for good results! Thank you!”

Sue F.

“All of your employees are very nice and helpful and I really enjoy coming here. Your equipment is wonderful and so are your tanning products. The spray tan is so natural looking and very fast and easy. I have done it many times and I love it.”

Lindsey O.

“I really like going to Elite Tan. Even though I only tan once or twice a week, the employees know me by name. Rooms and beds are always clean. Your staff is friendly and helpful”

Michele S.

“Elite Tan is the greatest! The employees are the best in customer service. They always know what beds and lotions to use when I need a change. I had been tanning at (a Competitor) for years…… Elite Tan is unbelievable!! Their beds, the girls, and the customer service are the best. Love them all!”

Nadine G.

“The employees are always very pleasant. They are also very knowledgeable about the equipment and the products. They make you very comfortable. Elite Tan is a clean and relaxing salon. My Elite Tan tan is the best tan I have ever had”

Avery W.

“I’ve been tanning here for the past 4 years and can’t imagine being any place else. The staff, or as I like to call them, The Girls, are the friendliest and most knowledgeable I have ever met. Every time I come in I am greeted with a warm smile. The beds are nothing short of amazing! Of all the tanning places I have been, this is by far the best!"

Teresa B.

“I love how clean the beds are! The lotions are a good price along with the tanning packages. The staff has always greeted me with a smile”

Kasi W.

“The first time I visited Elite Tan it was pure bliss! Everything from the beds to the customer service was excellent. The people who work there are wonderful and I will never choose another place to tan! I love Elite Tan!”

Rae S.

“I have been a customer here for around a year. The staff is very sweet and professional. You establishment provides a great experience. I have never had to wait very long to get the bed that I want! Rock on Elite Tan!”

Russell B.

“Elite Tan is always clean, friendly and attractive. If Elite Tan was a woman, I would marry her!”

Julie L.

“The staff at your River Ridge location is truly wonderful, helpful and friendly. I have been to other tanning salons in Birmingham but they cannot compare to your state of the art equipment. The best I have ever used”

Mandy J.

“I love tanning at Elite Tan because the beds are hot and the staff is always friendly. The place is so clean. I tell all of my friends, “Try them. You’ll never go anywhere else!”

Kimberly I.

“Elite Tan takes the tanning experience to a whole new level. The staff members are all very friendly and helpful. They go out of their way to take care of the customers. Some salons just check you in and turn you loose- you’re on your own. Once you experience Elite Tan, you’ll never go back to the others”

Amanda L.

“ I am getting married May 20th and decided to bring my bridal party including my mom and mother-in-law to be in to tan before the wedding. This place came highly recommended but exceeded my expectations when we arrived. The help we received was friendly and the staff was so knowledgeable. I will highly recommend this tanning salon to anyone I meet. Everyone with me was more than happy when we left and can’t wait to come back!”