How to Tan in Los Angeles

Tinseltown--the land of the tanned and the toned. Whether you're seeking a sun-kissed glow from the beach or a faux spray tan, check out these tips to find the best options for tanning in Los Angeles.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Slap on some tanning oil and hit the beach. Take a beach chair or beach towel and lay out on the sand. While beaches like Santa Monica and Venice are popular options, take a trip to Malibu for a more quiet, less populated experience.
2. Head to the famed Sunset Tan on Sunset Boulevard. This tanning celeb haven, turned reality television show offers one of the best faux glows in the city. The salon offers high-end bronze tanning beds and innovative products like "The Red Bull for Your Tan" and the popular Mystic spray tan.
3. Take a trip to Uvasun Tanning and Light Therapies on Third Street in LA for luxurious tanning for special events. This salon brings Angelenos in droves for their famed Liquid Sun Spray Tanning Systems. Uvasun also includes perks like valet parking and a complimentary bar.
4. Visit Unique Tan in Venice for tanning at affordable prices. Services include the popular Mystic spray tan and custom bronze air brushing.

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid overtanning. Tanning on a tanning bed or in the sun may lead to skin cancer.