Does your salon do a lot of tanning? Cut the risks of inhaling tanning overspray with the latest generation of tanning extractors. Professional Beauty talks to Lisa Migliore, Brand Manager at Beyond Skin Beauty about the health perks of enlisting an extracting system into your business.
How does an extractor work?
“Extraction units work to clean and filter the air by extracting the overspray and moisture from the surroundings, minimising overspray and inhalation of airborne pollution,” says Migliore. “Our range of Tanning Essentials extraction units are purpose built, with an unrivalled design that comprises of water resistant fans to prevent moisture from damaging the motor. Our units are built to operate for long periods of time and gently manoeuvre excess solution within the air to the multi stage filter.”
Things seem to have come a long way…
“Just like spray tan, equipment has come a long way with many developments in technology and education that support a more sustainable and health conscious work environment,” says Migliore.
Some professionals might think “yeah, but spray tanning is TGA approved, why do I need an extractor…?
“Health and safety requirements for every treatment should always remain at a high standard and there is no exception when it comes to spray tanning,” says Migliore. “Although DHA, the active ingredient in tanning solutions is approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), it is approved for external application only so it is imperative to take precautions that help reduce the inhalation of the spray mist.”
What are the health benefits to a professional and their client?
“Benefits are not only geared towards the health of clients and technicians, but also the safety and cleanliness of the environment in which they work in,” says Migliore. “When using a spray tanning machine indoors for any length of time, the excess solution will often begin to cloud the air and clients and technicians are subjected to inhalation, with staff especially exposed to this for longer periods of time. Implementing an extraction unit helps clean and filter the air of the salon during application and protects the health and safety of both the client and technician.”
Will it help for people with allergies and sensitivities?
“Those that suffer from allergies, asthmas and other breathings conditions will feel the benefits of these units as they reduce the concentration of airborne contaminants,” says Migliore.
What if a professional uses mobile or at-home tanning?
“Over the years the tanning industry has expanded to a varied style of business setups; salon, at home or mobile,” says Migliore. “With the growth and diversity of the industry we have seen the necessity to create extraction units that suit all operations.”
What are the business benefits to a salon?
“Providing your clients and staff with a clean and safe working environment is vital and can impact the success and seamless running of your business,” says Migliore. [Business benefits include] minimising mess, eliminating the danger of potentially causing damage to air conditioning systems and other expensive salon equipment, and creating an all round comfortable environment for your clients and technicians.”
Are consumers more aware about the benefits of extractors these days?
“[Clients now have] a deeper awareness and understanding of the fundamentals of tanning,” says Migliore. “We have seen a significant increase in the beauty professional making more conscious decisions when it comes to selecting the right equipment; the biggest product being the extraction systems. These systems have proven to enrich their business by cutting down cleaning time in between appointments, maximise their clients’ pleasant experience during treatment and also underpin their philosophy to make their business more desirable to a health conscious clientele.”
How easy are extractors to operate?
“Our range of extraction systems have been perfectly designed to offer ease of set up and functionality,” says Migliore. “All systems can be easily assembled, without the use of tools, in a matter of minutes – and our plug and play function sees the system activated by a convenient foot pedal. All systems have filters that are designed to be changed after a certain amount of spray tans, which ensure that the filters are not compromised and degraded by over washing and handling.”
Is there much noise when the extractor is on?
“All of our extraction systems are designed to operate at a nose level that still enables you to interact with your clients during their treatment,” says Migliore.
Do you give any education on the extractor system?
“Like with all Tanning Essential products, we offer comprehensive online video tutorials which include setup, maintenance and troubleshooting,” says Migliore.
What have your clients said they like most about the system?
“The response from clients has been extremely positive,”says Migliore. “Most commonly, they express how surprised they are with the significant difference it has made since implementing the system. It’s not until they change the filter that they realise actually how much overspray has been captured – and to think it was once circulating around the room!”