Direct answer
The working number is $42–$72. Across the 3 amounts published for Tan Your Hide, the middle of the range lands at $64, the cheapest documented line is $42 and the highest is $72.
The menu price is seldom the checkout price. Tax and gratuity alone generally add 25% in addition to unlimited tanning membership, before any add-on is accepted at the chair.
- Working range
- $42–$72
- U.S. market midpoint
- $45 per month
- Basis
- 3 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
The numbers that matter
- $42–$72 is the working range for Tan Your Hide, from 3 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $42–$72 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for unlimited tanning membership is $45 per month.
- Add about 27% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained billed monthly, the annual cost is around $648.
- The largest single variable is bed level — level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
What the brand actually publishes
3 documented amounts, split into services, add-ons, plans and policy charges. Each keeps the precise label it was published under so you can match it against the menu you are shown when you book.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural spray tan | $42 | $42 | — | Tan Your Hide |
| Services starting price | $72 | $72 | — | Tan Your Hide |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spray-tan membership | $64 | $64 | — | Tan Your Hide |
A single location's menu proves nothing about the chain. Check with the location you intend to book.
How this compares with the wider U.S. market
A quote well above these bands is not automatically bad value - it generally means a different scope, a senior provider, or an costly metro. This table tells you which question to ask.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited tanning membership | $20 | $45 | $110 | per month | Tier determines bed access and spray inclusions. |
| UV bed - level 1 | $6 | $11 | $18 | per session | Base-level bed, longest exposure time. |
| UV bed - level 2 | $10 | $16 | $26 | per session | Faster bronzing bed. |
| UV bed - level 3 | $15 | $23 | $36 | per session | High-pressure or hybrid equipment. |
| UV bed - level 4/5 | $22 | $34 | $55 | per session | Top-tier beds and stand-ups. |
| Spray tan (booth) | $25 | $45 | $75 | per session | Booth is cheaper; hand airbrush costs more. |
Compiled national figures for context only. No brand on this page has published these numbers, and none of them is a bookable rate.
What unlimited tanning membership costs in your metro tier
Rent and wages flow straight into the menu. Applying published metro cost bands to the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership gives the following planning ranges.
| Market tier | Planning range | Multiplier | Example markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 - highest-cost metros | $61–$79 | 1.35–1.75× | Manhattan, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington DC, Miami Beach |
| Tier 2 - large metros | $50–$59 | 1.10–1.32× | Chicago, Los Angeles suburbs, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, San Diego, Portland |
| Tier 3 - mid-size metros | $42–$50 | 0.94–1.10× | Columbus, Kansas City, Charlotte, Nashville, Phoenix, Indianapolis |
| Tier 4 - small metro and rural | $31–$42 | 0.70–0.93× | Smaller cities, county seats and rural markets |
Your own market may sit between tiers. The point is the 2.5x spread, not the exact figure in any one row.
Why your quote differs from the menu
Ask about these when you book, not at checkout. Every one of them is easier to decline over the phone than halfway through a service.
- Bed level+$8–$40
Level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
- Enrolment or annual fee+$15–$60
Charged in addition to the monthly rate at many chains.
- Lotion purchase+$25–$90
The largest and least-expected line on a first visit.
- Contract term and freeze ruleschanges the contract, not the price
Minimum terms and freeze policies change the true cost.
- Membership tier+$15–$70
Each tier unlocks a different set of beds and spray inclusions.
Related cost breakdowns: Airbrush Tan Cost, Spray Tan Cost and Automated Spray Tan Cost.
What people get wrong here
Every one of these is common, avoidable, and has a dollar figure attached. Not one requires negotiation — only a well-timed question.
- 1Buying lotion at the counter without checking the pricecosts $25–$90
The single largest surprise on a first visit.
- 2Assuming the membership covers every bedcosts $10–$40
Higher-level beds are typically an upgrade on top of the plan.
- 3Not asking about the enrolment or annual feecosts $15–$60
Charged in addition to the monthly rate at most chains.
- 4Joining before checking the freeze policycosts $60–$300
A plan you cannot pause bills through the off-season.
If you want the policy detail behind these: Prepare For UV Tanning and Salon Cancellation Fees.
Seven questions that prevent a surprise bill
Read these out. It takes under two minutes and they are the gap between a quote and a surprise. Save the last one for emphasis — a written quote settles any dispute at checkout.
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "What is your cancellation window, and what is the charge if I miss it?"
- "What is the exact price for unlimited tanning membership at my hair length and density?"
- "Is removal of my existing product included, or is it a separate charge?"
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
- "Do you take a deposit, and does it come off the final balance?"
- "Are taxes added at checkout, and do you have a card-payment surcharge?"
Then do one thing at checkout: ask for an itemised receipt. If a line appears that you were not told about, that is the moment to raise it — not after you have left.
From menu price to what you actually hand over
This is the gap that surprises people. Starting from a $56 base, here is where the money goes by the time the card is out.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $56 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $12 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $68 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 6.3% | $4.28 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 22% | $14.96 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Sensible total | $87.24 | 56% above the menu price |
Illustrative. The 6.3% tax figure varies by state - several states do not tax personal services at all.
The rule of thumb: add around 56% to any menu price for unlimited tanning membership to get your sensible out-the-door number.
You can run the numbers for your own service rather than doing this by hand.
Twelve months of unlimited tanning membership, priced out
A single $45 appointment is easy to justify. Maintained billed monthly, unlimited tanning membership becomes a $540 annual commitment at the national median — and that is the number worth deciding on.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $20 | 12 | $240 | — | $240 |
| National median | $45 | 12 | $540 | — | $540 |
| Premium provider | $110 | 12 | $1,320 | — | $1,320 |
Gratuity is included at 20% because it is not optional in reality. Strip it out if you budget gratuity on a separate line.
Before hunting a lower-priced provider, look at the interval. One fewer visit a year is about $54 kept; two fewer is $108. Neither costs you any quality.
Is the monthly plan worth it?
The honest test is your sensible visit count, not your intended one. Most people overestimate by 30–50%. Take the number below and check it against how you behaved last quarter.
| Monthly plan | Per-visit rate | Break-even | Annual visits needed | Annual cost | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $22 / month | $16 | 1.4 visits | 16 visits | $264 | Worth it above 1.4/month |
| $35 / month | $16 | 2.2 visits | 26 visits | $420 | Worth it above 2.2/month |
| $51 / month | $16 | 3.2 visits | 38 visits | $612 | Worthwhile above 3.2/month |
Excludes enrolment and annual fees. Add those before comparing plans over twelve months.
Use the quoted rate rather than the market one and check the maths on your quoted rate.
How much to tip on this service
Two rules do most of the work: tip on the service before tax, and tip the person who performed it.
| Gratuity rate | On $20 | On $45 | On $110 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $3 | $6.75 | $16.50 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $3.60 | $8.10 | $19.80 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $4 | $9 | $22 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $5 | $11.25 | $27.50 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- Holiday tipping is a separate convention from per-visit tipping and is typically a one-off larger amount.
- Card tips may be pooled or delayed to the next pay run. Ask if you want it to reach one person directly.
- An automatic service charge ought to be disclosed when you book. If you see one at checkout, ask whether it goes to the provider before adding more.
- Assistants who shampoo or rinse are frequently tipped on a separate line, typically a few dollars.
Worth comparing before you commit
Before deciding, it is worth seeing where this lands against the nearest alternatives on both price and what you get for it.
Questions people actually ask
How much is Tan Your Hide?
Budget $42–$72. That is based on 3 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the gap between the lowest and highest line here is $30.
Is there a price for natural spray tan?
Natural spray tan is documented at $42. Tan Your Hide. That is below the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
What does spray-tan membership cost?
Spray-tan membership is documented at $64. Tan Your Hide. That lands above the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
What does services starting price cost?
Services starting price is documented at $72. Tan Your Hide. That is above the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
What is the real out-the-door cost of Tan Your Hide?
Add roughly 28%. On a $57 service that is about $73 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What is the annual cost of Tan Your Hide?
Around $648 annually if you maintain it billed monthly. Each visit you skip is about $54 back, which is typically a bigger lever than switching provider.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $45 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $31 in a small market and up to $79 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
What extra fees come with a membership?
Often. Enrolment and annual fees of $15–$60 are charged separately from the monthly rate at many chains. Ask for the twelve-month total, not the monthly figure.
What happens if I stop tanning for a few months?
Only if the contract allows a freeze. Otherwise you are billed year-round for a service you use for part of the year.
How current is this pricing?
Treat them as a well-sourced starting point. Published lines trace to the sources below and market bands are national estimates - neither can be booked at. Last checked August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
Listed so you can check the figures yourself. If a source has changed since we recorded it, the correction form below is the fastest way to flag it.
- Official FAQMembership/package availability and reduction scope · updated 2026
- Official U.S. brand or regional first-party websiteEntity identity, service scope, location model and first-party source gate · updated 2026
- Risks of tanningUV risk facts · updated 2026
- Tanning overviewUV risks · updated 2026
- Official offers pageStarting membership and spray-tan prices · updated 2026
Pricing shifts. If your quote differed, let us know and we will re-verify.
People also ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is Tan Your Hide?
Budget $42–$72. That is based on 3 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the gap between the lowest and highest line here is $30.
Is there a price for natural spray tan?
Natural spray tan is documented at $42. Tan Your Hide. That is below the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
What does spray-tan membership cost?
Spray-tan membership is documented at $64. Tan Your Hide. That lands above the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
What does services starting price cost?
Services starting price is documented at $72. Tan Your Hide. That is above the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
What is the real out-the-door cost of Tan Your Hide?
Add approximately 28%. On a $57 service that is about $73 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What is the annual cost of Tan Your Hide?
Around $648 annually if you maintain it billed monthly. Each visit you skip is about $54 back, which is normally a bigger lever than switching provider.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $45 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $31 in a small market and up to $79 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
What extra fees come with a membership?
Frequently. Enrolment and annual fees of $15–$60 are charged on a separate line from the monthly rate at many chains. Ask for the twelve-month total, not the monthly figure.
What happens if I stop tanning for a few months?
Only if the contract allows a freeze. Otherwise you are billed year-round for a service you use for part of the year.
How current is this pricing?
Treat them as a well-sourced starting point. Published lines trace to the sources below and market bands are national estimates - neither can be booked at. Last checked August 2026.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.