We believe in smart tanning – not just safe tanning, but intelligent UV exposure guided by science and your unique skin biology. Our trained specialists use the Fitzpatrick scale, a six-point classification system developed by dermatologist Thomas B. Fitzpatrick, to assess your skin type and create personalized exposure schedules that prevent burning while maximizing beautiful color. This assessment considers your eye color, hair color, unexposed skin tone, and your typical reaction to sun exposure.
We pride ourselves on following the Smart Tan protocol, which means we evaluate your skin type and follow the exposure schedule designed specifically for your capabilities. By controlling the type and amount of UV light you receive in our beds, starting with shorter sessions and slowly building your time, we minimize burn risk while maximizing color development. Smart tanning involves gradual UV exposure that allows your melanin production to keep pace with your session schedule, preventing the overexposure that causes burns. This is why indoor UV tanning at Midnite Sun is the smartest place to acquire a tan in West Michigan – we take the guesswork out of safe tanning.
Indoor tanning lotions aren’t optional accessories – they’re crucial for achieving optimal results in UV tanning beds at Midnite Sun. These specialized products deeply hydrate your skin, preventing dryness and peeling while promoting faster, deeper, and longer-lasting color by creating an optimal surface for UV rays to penetrate. They contain ingredients that accelerate melanin production, ensuring even color without streaks, while nourishing your skin with vitamins and antioxidants that protect against the drying effects of UV exposure.
Quality indoor tanning lotions range from $20-60 per bottle depending on intensity level (accelerator, bronzer, or tingle formula) and typically last 3-4 weeks with regular use. Our knowledgeable staff helps you select the right formula for your skin type and tanning goals, whether you need a gentle accelerator for your first base-building sessions or an advanced bronzer to deepen your established tan. Think of indoor tanning lotion as the difference between good results and exceptional results – it’s that important.
| Feature | Fast | Faster | Fastest | Instant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session Time | 20 min (10 min Express) | 12-15 min | 10-12 min | 10-15 min |
| Intensity Level | Lower (Base Building) | Medium-High | Maximum | High-Pressure Premium |
| Facial Tanners | Basic | ✓ | ✓ | Ultra Facial |
| Stand-Up Available | ✓ (15 min) | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Air Conditioning | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Best For | Beginners, Budget-Conscious | Maintenance, Spring Break Prep | Deepening Color, Experienced Tanners | Quick Results, Special Events |
Life’s most important moments deserve your best glow. Whether you’re preparing for a wedding, prom, competition, or vacation, we create customized tanning timelines that ensure you look absolutely radiant when it matters most.
For weddings, we recommend beginning tanning at a minimum of 6 weeks prior to your big day – especially if your honeymoon involves a tropical location. We want to ensure you have a great base tan for the ultimate vacation for the two of you. We suggest alternating between lay-down and stand-up style beds to ensure all-over coverage, then getting a spray tan 1-2 days prior to the big event for a natural bronzed color. For Spring Break vacations, we typically recommend no less than 8 weeks to achieve the perfect base tan, though we can help you get started with a bronze glow even if you come to us just a few days in advance. For proms and homecoming dances, athletes preparing for competitions, or anyone with a photo shoot scheduled, our specialists create timeline strategies that build beautiful color progressively, ensuring you look naturally sun-kissed rather than obviously “tanned” for your special occasion.
Our most popular option, the Sun Club EFT membership, offers unlimited tanning with the flexibility you need and has been our members’ favorite for years. The Sun Club is our most popular package and best value, with options for upgrading, downgrading, and when applicable, freezing options for those unexpected times you won’t be able to visit us.
Freezing is the most used option as it locks in your pricing and has benefits when you come back to unfreeze – you can freeze your ongoing membership for a low rate and you receive perks upon unfreezing. It’s simple to do in person. Upgrade or downgrade between bed levels as your tan develops, freeze your membership when life gets busy, and enjoy locked-in pricing that protects you from future rate increases. Multi-location access is always included – once you’ve become a client, you can visit between all our locations and your membership and packages follow you. This flexibility combined with unlimited access makes the Sun Club the smartest investment for anyone serious about maintaining beautiful color year-round.
We’re proud to sponsor and partner with local schools, colleges, and university sports, dance, and cheer teams throughout the region. These athletes trust Midnite Sun for their competition tanning needs because we understand the specific requirements for stage lighting, athletic wear, and the confidence that comes from looking your absolute best during performances and competitions.
We offer specialized competition tanning services that provide athletes with natural or dark, rich, and defined appearances depending on their needs. Whether you’re part of one of our partner teams or an individual athlete preparing for your own competition, we bring the same expertise and personalized care to every client.
Seasonal tanning is all about adjusting your routine throughout the year to match changing skin needs, weather conditions, and lifestyle habits. In West Michigan, this means building a strong base ahead of lake days and summer getaways, maintaining your color during the warmer months when outdoor exposure can be inconsistent, and preserving your glow through the winter when sunshine is limited.
As fall arrives, the focus shifts to maintaining your summer color while helping your skin transition to cooler, drier weather. This is the perfect time to incorporate moisturizing UV beds, gradual self-tanners, and VersaSpa® spray tans to support healthy-looking skin and help maintain Vitamin D levels once the Michigan sun starts to fade from the horizon. During winter, when gray skies and cold temperatures dominate, our sun always shines. We’ll help you stay warm and glowing with controlled UV tanning, deeply hydrating products, and sunless tanning options designed to combat dry, dull skin and keep your complexion looking healthy and vibrant year-round.
Our Smart Tan–certified specialists use the Fitzpatrick Skin Type Scale to create a personalized tanning plan tailored just for you. With four distinct bed levels—from fast base-building to instant high-pressure luxury—over 20 years of tanning expertise, and a commitment to Smart Tan protocols, Midnite Sun delivers controlled UV exposure for beautiful, consistent results. Experience the difference professional guidance, premium equipment, and genuine care can make.
