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		<title>January Tanning News</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2012/01/january-tanning-news/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 23:48:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A teen tanning ban has been upheld in Germany after tanning salon owners complained. There was an appeal by a 17 year old girl who claimed that the ban infringed on her rights, but the court denied the appeal and upheld the ban on the grounds of public safety. The bans seem to be holding [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tanning in The New Year</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2012/01/tanning-in-the-new-year/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2012/01/tanning-in-the-new-year/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 23:24:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s 2012 and tanning salon owners everywhere are making do with what they have to work with. The California Legislature just passed tons of bills last session, with many of them going into effect this week, including a ban on UV bed tanning for anyone under 18. This precedent could lead to other states passing similar laws; [...]]]></description>
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		<title>That&#8217;s It For 2011</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/12/thats-it-for-2011/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/12/thats-it-for-2011/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 23:43:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It has been a tough year for the tanning industry. Salon owners have had to contend with the tan tax all year and now business owners everywhere are facing state bans on teen tanning. But we have seen a lot of ingenuity coming from salon owners as well. Faced with this year&#8217;s difficulties, salon owners have [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Can Tanning Help Those With Seasonal Affective Disorder?</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/12/can-tanning-help-those-with-seasonal-affective-disorder/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/12/can-tanning-help-those-with-seasonal-affective-disorder/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:31:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[A small portion of the population can be prone to SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder. This disorder is considered a sort of depression. Those afflicted can come under bouts of depression and low energy during the winter seasons (or even summer depending on the person). There are numerous treatments for this condition, such as light [...]]]></description>
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		<title>More Advice for Competitive Tanning Salons</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/12/more-advice-for-competitive-tanning-salons/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/12/more-advice-for-competitive-tanning-salons/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:16:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[tanning salons]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[We hit this topic a lot. Tanning salons everywhere are fighting for market share in a saturated market that is increasingly regulated. And we also say, don&#8217;t despair! There are plenty of ways to make your salon more competitive and stand out in the crowded market, such as developing your brand, offering a wide array [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Happy Thanksgiving from TanWall!</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/11/happy-thanksgiving-from-tanwall-2/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/11/happy-thanksgiving-from-tanwall-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:17:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Tanning]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=489</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Everyone from TanWall would like to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving this year! Enjoy the time with your families and the good food. And if you still need to upgrade your salon in the near future, consider taking advantage of our Thanksgiving sale. If you haven&#8217;t heard from our newsletter, we are offering 15% off [...]]]></description>
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		<title>How Tanning Salons Are Getting By</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/11/how-tanning-salons-are-getting-by/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/11/how-tanning-salons-are-getting-by/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 23:44:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Industry Activity]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[tanning industry]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tanning salons]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=481</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Businesses everywhere were hit hard by the recession; many are still struggling. The tanning industry has especially felt the effects of the weak economy, considering all the hits it has taken in recent legislation. First it was the tan tax, now it is legislators around the world considering age-specific tanning bans. So how are tanning [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Other States Considering Teen Tanning Ban; Also, Tan Tax is Not Delivering</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/10/other-states-considering-teen-tanning-ban-also-tan-tax-is-not-delivering/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/10/other-states-considering-teen-tanning-ban-also-tan-tax-is-not-delivering/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:28:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=477</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Well, this can often happen when one state starts a legal precedent: to put it simply, other states are now considering the teen tanning ban. Last Sunday, governor Jerry Brown signed a bill that banned anyone under 18 from using a tanning bed. Now other states, specifically Ohio,  New York, Illinois and Rhode Island are considering a similar bill. Naturally there are all [...]]]></description>
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		<title>California Governor Jerry Brown Signs Teen Tanning Ban</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/10/california-governor-jerry-brown-signs-teen-tanning-ban/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/10/california-governor-jerry-brown-signs-teen-tanning-ban/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 21:37:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Industry Activity]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Tanning]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[UV]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[vitamin D]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=473</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The teen tanning ban has been passed in California. On Sunday October 9, California Governor Jerry Brown signed a flurry of bills, including a bill that bans tanning for those 18 and under. Many younger tanners are complaining about the new ban  and many businesses are concerned that the new law is going to further hurt their [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tanning in Victoria and The Growth of Tanning Salons in a Surprising Place</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/10/tanning-in-victoria-and-the-growth-of-tanning-salons-in-a-surprising-place/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/10/tanning-in-victoria-and-the-growth-of-tanning-salons-in-a-surprising-place/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 21:48:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[vitamin D]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=467</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Yep, that&#8217;s right, Canadian tanning salon owners are battling business regulations too. This time in Victoria, British Colombia. The news article linked features comments from parents that are concerned that the new tanning age regulations being proposed are violating their right to choose for their children. Whether you agree with the argument or not, the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Smart Tan Downtown 2011 is Coming!</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/smart-tan-downtown-2011-is-coming/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/smart-tan-downtown-2011-is-coming/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:55:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=450</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The 2011 Smart Tan Downtown indoor tanning industry convention is coming up next month! The convention is going to be held in Nashville, Tennessee again from October 14th to the 16th. Always an exciting event, this year&#8217;s Smart Tan convention is going to have all sorts of useful seminars such as on benefits of vitamin D [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Salon Showcase of the Month</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/salon-showcase-of-the-month/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/salon-showcase-of-the-month/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:53:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Modular Tanning Rooms]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Tanning]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tanning salons]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=454</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[This month&#8217;s Salon Showcase, a salon called Tantalizing Skin, is a strikingly sleek and contemporary salon located in Kansas. When you walk into this salon you realize right away that the place has style! The walls are done in our new Metallic Silver finish and they are matched with our elegant silver framing. In addition, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Tanning Debate Rages On</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/the-tanning-debate-rages-on/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/the-tanning-debate-rages-on/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 23:17:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=446</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The tanning debate continues on with one group stressing the benefits of vitamin D and another group stressing the dangers of UV rays. We&#8217;ve talked about these issues before, and the arguments are constantly coming up. Definitely a big issue having to do with the tanning industry. Here is a well-balanced article that tackles the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Stress and Your Skin</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/stress-and-your-skin/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/stress-and-your-skin/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 22:45:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[skincare]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.tanwall.com/?p=440</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Yeah, we&#8217;ve suspected this for a while, but now more and more studies are showing that stress can have a dramatic effect on your body, your skin being an example. As these articles state, stress responses can result in a release of such hormones as cortisol, which produces more oil and can make you more [...]]]></description>
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		<title>An Implant That Creates Tanned Skin?</title>
		<link>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/an-implant-that-creates-tanned-skin/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.tanwall.com/2011/09/an-implant-that-creates-tanned-skin/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:26:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TanWall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is an interesting ABC article up about an early-phase implant that is being used to treat a man with a rare skin disease that leaves him extremely sensitive to sunlight and certain forms of artificial light. The man, who has a rare skin disease called &#8220;EPP&#8221; (erythropoietic protoporphyria) can&#8217;t be exposed to sunlight even [...]]]></description>
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