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The American Suntanning Association is currently working on 31 state tan ban bills in 23 states, and lobbyists have been engaged in every state where bills are in play or being introduced.

For the first time, legislators are hearing our …

Some small businesses may be under the impression that market research is a luxury reserved for larger companies, but the article “3 Market Research Tips for Small Business,” from Small Business Computing explains how you can gain some valuable insight …

A study published Feb. 25 in the Journal “Pediatrics” is already being used to promote additional regulation of professional sunbed salons. The survey was irrelevant to professional salons. The American Suntanning Association released the following statement about the study:

This …

In an editorial published on Huffington Post Canada yesterday, Canadian Constitution Foundation Litigation Director Karen Selick presents a strong case in opposition of teen tan bans. She argues that the scientific evidence used to attack tanning does not warrant a …

Before a customer leaves the salon, she asks to hear about your best lotions. On the outside, you’re playing it cool. But on the inside, your heart is racing, the adrenaline is pumping and dollar signs are springing out the …

Group coupons, through popular services like Groupon and Living Social, are only worth the effort if you can convert one-time buyers into returning customers. Use these tips from the article “How to Retain Group Coupon Customers,” from Small Business Computing …

Supre Tan, a company known for its exciting array of professional sun and skincare products specifically designed for the indoor tanning industry, has announced the return of its online model contest.

Supre Tan is looking for a new model for …

More than half of salons have not upgraded their sunless equipment in at least three years, according to a SmartTan.com poll conducted this month.

While 41 percent of salons say they last upgraded their sunless equipment within the last two …