Stay Golden Year-Round — UV Tanning in Martinez, CA

Skip the streaks and the waiting-to-dry — sometimes you just want a real tan, the old-fashioned way. AfterGlow Tanning runs professional-grade sunbeds right here in Martinez, CA, and a lot of our regulars build it right into their weekly routine, not just a one-off before vacation.

What to Expect:

Sessions are quick, private, and staffed by people who'll actually walk you through it if you're new — not just hand you a key and a timer. You can borrow or buy protective eyewear at the front desk.

Our Beds

Two levels, no confusing six-tier menu to decode.

Level 1 (20-minute max)

2 Sunstar 332 lay-down beds

Level 2 (9–12 minute max, varies by bed)

Sunrise 7200 stand-up (hybrid, 9 min),
Sunstar 432 (12 min),
Ovation 6400 (12 min),
Ergoline Inspiration 550 hybrid (12 min)

Before Your Session

Apply lip balm and tanning lotion if you use one
Double-check that any medications aren't affected by UV light

(Full prep and aftercare details are on our Tan Prep page)

Why AfterGlow

You're not a number in a franchise system — this is a small, local studio where the person checking you in actually knows your name and your tan goals. Open 7 days a week, 1135 Arnold Dr, Martinez, CA.

Salon Policy

Per California state law: no person under 18 may use our UV tanning equipment; no exceptions, and one session per 24 hours max.