I am shocked with some of these reviews right now, I reached out to Nikki and she was an absolute doll and is clearly just trying to follow the rules during these times. I originally reached out because I was looking for a tanning service before my wedding, and Nikki gave me her best recommendations and advice. I followed what she said and I am so happy with the results. She clearly is an expert on tanning, and I cannot wait for her to be able to open again like normal! read more

Really wanted to like this place. The hours on yelp are wrong and the hours on the door are wrong as well... They only have 4 tanning beds which is fine but in the " best bed" they have lamps out on one side... my husband was literally completely white on one side, which was hilarious but ridiculous at the same time. So for anyone who is interested.... Since they haven't posted the correct hours .. They're closed Wednesdays & sundays . They're only open until like 2 on Saturdays and right now the rest of the days they close at 7pm... I hope this helps ! read more

Been going here for years to kick start my summer tan, I'll never find another place like it. I swear if she closes it'll kill my summer prep cuz I won't to go back to other salons that turn me red instead of tan. I'm already at my desired shade and it's only been a week. Getting to this shade ensures that I don't burn when I go to the beach & I'm not blinding everyone with my paleness when I wear tank tops/shorts/summer dresses & swimsuits. Amazing what a little vitamin D can do for my body, mind & spirit. Got that pep in my step & I'm ready for summer. Wish I thought to take a before picture. Have a great summer folks. read more

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Great place and easy to understand point system. It's a little pricey but it worked for my needs.

What sort of scam is going on here? I phoned to ask if they had tanning beds and how much the sessions or packages would be. She indicated that they go by points and that each bed is a different point and then I asked how much are the points, and she couldn't tell me that, and that I had to come in for her to explain it to me. None of this makes sense. I simply need to tan once a week during the winter months. Would it be OK if this was simple? UPDATE: I phoned another tan salon nearby and was able to get straightforward pricing and an explanation of the different intensity of each bed. I chose a package & intensity that was right for me. Simple. read more

I called NYE morning to get a spray tan for that night. She said they were fully booked but could squeeze me in. I got an appt for an hour later. When I walked in it was super cute inside. I love the furniture. Nikki made me feel super comfortable while I waited for her last client to dry. I can just say this is by far the best Airbrush tan I have ever gotten. I had no streaks anywhere it was flawless. My friends couldn't believe how perfect it was. Will definitely be back! I told all my friends where to go read more

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Came here after a bad experience with another local salon (that I'd been going to for years) ... I really am not a hard customer to please and just like the basic stuff a tanning salon offers. I like that they allow walk ins, the have multiple bed options, I like that it's quiet, clean and simple pricing. What's even better, is not being hassled about what kind of lotion is use!! Thanks for letting me enjoy my tanning experience, in peace read more

First timer and all I can say is that this is a true local gem. Nikki was very professional, attentive, and guided me through the whole process. Spray tan turned out fantastic and helped me achieve the look I wanted for my brother's wedding. Will be going in to get all my future spray tans! read more

Nikki is the owner and she is sooooo cool. I love her. I was one of their last customers at their old location on Palo Verde in that weird shopping center with the starbucks and dell taco the weekend of their big move. They just moved to a new location on Studebaker, which I have not been to yet. I only go for the spray tan so I my review is only for that. I spray tan for special occasions like weddings, bachelorettes, Vegas pool parties, and vacations. I stopped doing the tanning beds YEARS ago. I usually get the packaged deals like 3 for $99 or whatever they having going on at that time. Nikki uses an organic formula and she's great about taking her time. She is great about holding a conversation with you and makes you feel comfortable, esp if you are naked in front of her. If you have never sprayed tanned before, you need to tell them or ask, "what do I need to do beforehand." Here are my tips: 1. You need to exfoliate your entire body - THE NIGHT BEFORE OR THE DAY OF - you need to get rid of the dead skins cells so that your skin can take the formula. Your tan will last longer. I like to shower right before I go to get a spray tan and DO NOT WEAR DEODORANT OR LOTION. Basically, don't put anything on your body after you shower. I also go without makeup because I have her spray my face a little bit to match my body - but not too much. 2. Shave - wherever you need to 3. Wear a G-string or you can go commando if you don't want any tan lines 4. Wear loose fitting and dark clothes. I will usually wear a black summer dress because you'll still get product on your clothes after you're done. 5. Don't shower for at least 6-8 hours after. 6. After your spray tan, do not workout or do any activities where you will sweat. Also be careful of washing dishes afterwards because you could wash it off on your arms. 6. You must shower before you go out, before your big event, or before you get into any pools or water. You need to rinse the product off. Duh! 7. Limit your time in pool water. The chlorine will take out your tan. 8. If you do your spray tans at night like me, that means you'll be sleeping in your tan. I like to lay down a towel on my bed so that the product doesn't wear off on my sheets. I sleep like a baby through the night and then wash it off in the morning. I've been spray tanning since 2007 so I'm used to the smell. Some people can't stand it. Hope this helps! read more

Just got spray tanned by Nikki. I've recently lost 100lbs and I really struggle with body dysmorphia and my scars, but she was so quick, very sweet, personable, made me feel comfortable, and got me sprayed so quickly. I was in and out in 20 min. I haven't been spray tanned in nearly 5 years and the way I felt after one before was toxic, tacky, and I wasn't a fan of the color. The 100% organic spray she used has a nice light coconut smell and it dried super quickly, I'm so glad I found this place! I'll definitely be back before my next river trip! read more

LOVE this tanning salon. Pricing, SUPER reasonable, customer service, extremely friendly, All the girls + the owner. They have sample lotions for $5!!!!!! $5 that's INSANE! So cheap, nobody does that. Their beds are great, they actively change their bulbs & also provide spray tanning. Fully open, clean & such a cool vibe. HIGHLY recommend! read more

Friendly staff, quality equipment ,and great prices! I chose this salon over ones even closer to my home. Highly recommend!

South Pacific is my most favorite tanning salon ever. Nikki and all of her girls are so nice, and customer service is always incredible. They have the best beds and I recently gotten the most gorgeous spray tan, which is what prompted me to write this review. I would give them 10 stars if I could! I love this place! read more

South Pacific Tanning Co - My flawless and natural spray tan by Nikki!!!! Love it! - Spray Tanning Near Me - Long Beach, California

Easy to get to, always Parking, sweet owner and clean!!! Great prices. They even give you the eye protection and have some After lotion and spray deodorant at the sun bed side. Love this place read more

I got a spray tan for my wedding a couple weeks ago. I was nervous to get the custom spray because it was my first time! Nikki made me feel so comfortable and at ease. My tan looked so natural and perfect the day of my wedding! And it also faded out nicely as well. I am very happy and will definitely come back if I want another spray tan in the future. Very much recommend! read more

I really wanted to like this place since there were so many positive reviews and my cousin recommended me to try this place out. Unfortunately, my experience wasn't as great as I hoped. I got a spray tan and the spray tan was a little uneven on my arms and hands. I had already left South Pacific Tanning Co and turned back because the tan did not look even. We told the employee and she looked so frustrated with us. She explained that it wouldn't be natural if we spray tanned my hands and underneath my arm. After a few minutes of talking, she finally said that she would be able to spray tan my arms and hands. I told her that this was my first time tanning and she hardly explained what I should expect or what I shouldn't do. The tan come out decent. If I hadn't gone back to spray tan the rest of my arms and hands, the tan would have been very uneven. I don't think I would go back to this place though. The experience was not as positive as I had read it would be. read more

Nikki is the best! Came in to get a spray tan and she makes you feel so comfortable! She asked what color I wanted, if I had any concerns, what was reason for tan and she even made sure I was completely dry before leaving. I highly recommend coming here for a custom spray tan! read more

I am obsessed with my spray tan from Nikki!!! I have been driving out to Newport Beach for years because I could not find a decent spray tan. I came to South Pacific tanning co through a friends recommendation and I could not be happier!!! It's so clean and cute and Nikki is hilarious and made me feel 100% comfortable. My spray tans have been lasting over a week (with meticulous care) and no streaking or patchiness. The color is PERFECT and she will help you pick the perfect shade. I can not recommend this business enough!!!! read more

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First tan is free!!!! Awesome! Very nice decor, neat, clean, and chic ítems to purchase in the front of the store! Located upstairs, greeted by very Friendly staff!) Ill be Back soon!!! read more

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I'm confused. I've been trying to schedule an appointment calling all times and days except Sunday and never getting an answer. I would like to use my last credits an d potentially buy more. But I can't get ahold of anyone and I can't just pop by to check as I am on foot. So I'm looking up emails, times etc. Not sure to leave a bad or positive as I have had good service before but this makes me want to leave a bad one... read more

This tanning salon is top notch!!! The best by far! Super clean, awesome beds, even better deals! And I love how they have a point system! Not to mention the owner Nikki is the best and has only the best staff! All extremely nice and make you feel completely at home and comfortable! South Pacific tanning gets an A+ hands down! Def go try it! I always feel so much thinner and cuter after a good tan! :) read more

The ONLY tanning salon I will go to. I am not the kind of girl who regularly tans but when I need some color I always go for this spot and get the best bed they have! I feel tan and awesome immediately. Not to mention it's right off the freeway next to a Starbucks, nail salon and subway - all super convenient. My skin tone is fair (slightly olive) and I can easily burn, but the lotion Nikki recommended for me has lasted forever and keeps my skin feeling soft and tan (no burns!) and smells delicious. Can't remember the name but its a little purple bottle that she keeps there (so I never forget it). I use the points system and you cannot beat the quality for the price. Wouldn't go anywhere else! Love Nikki and the girls! read more

I love this tanning salon and the owner Nikki. Overall, this tanning salon has the best beds and prices in Long Beach. I went to another tanning salon that left me all gross and sweaty because their beds didn't have air conditioning. I complained and the owner didn't care at all - but you wont get that kind of service here. Nikki goes out of her way to get to know her clients on a personal basis and customer satisfaction is not an issue here. Best tanning salon hands down, wish she would open one in Orange County too! :) read more

I have never been this happy with my tanning salon! Between the beds, the service, the ambiance & the prices, it's got everything you need in a tanning salon, then some. I walked into this salon in awe of how adorable it was designed. There are endless cute little details that will keep you loving the feel of it. Nikki is so sweet, you'll never feel judged in this salon. They have numerous pricing options to fit your personal needs, although I would suggest going to Nikki when trying to find a good pricing plan for yourself. The beds are incredible, I have never gotten so dark from a bed in such a short amount of time....& the tan LASTS. Beds are up to date, making them as convenient & comfy as possible. The bulbs constantly feel strong. There is Sirius radio in every room, along with moisturizing lotion in case you forgot. My friends have raved about the airbrush here, I haven't tried it yet. This salon will not disappoint! read more

I've been meaning to write this review for a while. Nikki, you are amazing and made me look like a glowing bride on my wedding day. I love that their products are natural and even my pregnant bridesmaid was able to be sprayed! Thank you for everything! read more

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I love this place! I had never tanned before and was looking to just get a base tan before I got my spray tan for my fitness competition.i was clueless as to what beds or how many sessions I would need. After calling several places and receiving mediocre information, I happily stumbled upon South Pacific Tanning Co. I spoke with Nikki and she explained the process thoroughly before I came in. She is such a sweetheart! Not only is she very knowledgeable about the tanning process, but she also made me feel comfortable. She even showed me how to properly lay in the beds before I used them so that I would avoid any weird tan lines. The prices are very affordable and I liked the fact that Nikki didn't try to oversell anything to me. She made recommendations based on my individual need. I would highly recommend this tanning salon to everyone! My tan looks awesome and Nikki is always warm and welcoming. You can truly tell that she enjoys helping people and isn't just trying to sell them what they don't need. read more

The BEST tanning salon in Southern California. Whenever I want to have a nice sun kissed glow, I go to South Pacific Tanning Company. The tanning beds are great and the customer service is awesome! The spray tans are natural and give me the perfect bronzed glow I need. The spray tans are never orange, or blotchy. I have always been happy with the way my spray tans have looked. Whether I am getting spray tanned for a competition, or just for a night out, Tori & Nikki always make me look fabulous. If you are looking to get a nice professional spray tan, South Pacific Tanning Co. Is the place to go :) read more

This salon is SO GREAT! It's clean, there's never a wait, the prices are great, and the employees are all so sweet. Brittani signed me up, and she couldn't have been any more helpful. I had a lot of questions and she answered every single one with a smile on her face. I wouldn't go anywhere else!!!! read more

Hands down the best tanning salon in Long Beach! The customer service is unbeatable, my spray tan from Nikki is flawless, everything is very clean and the prices are great! Nikki definitely knows what she is doing and makes the experience of being sprayed naked so comfortable. I will never have to try a new salon again. This is the place to tan! read more

So I wanted to take the time to update my review. I had Nikki take care of me the past two sprays and she was able to fix and adjust my previous spray tan that didn't turn out so well. She definitely accommodated me and this time around I got lots of compliments on my tan. This was by far a better experience. Thank you!!!! :) read more

This is way over due but I was waiting for my photoshoot pictures to come back, the holidays, than the new year. I came here before a photoshoot to get an airbrush tan. All of my tans from other places have started coming off at day 4 when I was guaranteed 10 days. My vitiligo from this tan didn't start until a week in. I forget the young lady's name who was pregnant at the time, but she saw to it that my tan was nice and dry and set in before she let me go. That did the trick! It lasted much longer. Gosh I wish I had known there was a place so close to home before. read more

South Pacific Tanning Co - A glowing tan made the muscles pop! Fit models need all the help we can get, cuz of muscle we get hungry fast & like food;) - Spray Tanning Near Me - Long Beach, California

First time here and I will define be back! Very clean facilities, knowledgeable staff, and courteous from the time I walked in. I would highly recommend this place for spray or bed tanning! read more

South Pacific Tanning Co - So excited to be tan again! Evenly sprayed, great value, great location - Spray Tanning Near Me - Long Beach, California

Just moved to the area. Tried out a few salons but this one was by far the best. Staff was friendly and knowledgable. They were very helpful in walking me through what package was best for me. The salon is always spotless and bulbs in the beds are always fresh. Honestly wouldn't go anywhere else and would recommend using the high pressured bed. I refer anyone looking for a tanning salon to come and check it out. read more

South Pacific Tanning Co - My favorite bed - Spray Tanning Near Me - Long Beach, California

I've used this salon in the past for the tanning beds and have always been happy with how friendly the girls are that work there. The Beds are clean. I've never waited for a bed. Prices are normal/fair. I have to say I was SO impressed when I called last minute and asked about their spray tanning. Time snuck up on me and I had a wedding the following day and realized I was WAY too pale. Well they were fully booked.. So what did she offer me .. To open the salon early the next morning and get me squeezed in. Talk about going above and beyond for your customer. This gesture was So kind I just couldn't believe it. Got my first spray tan which I was super worried about.. It turned out beautiful! Looked like I had tanned all Summer long. Only gross part is you have to wait to shower.. However I'm Glad I did as it turned out perfect. No streaks, no orange look. Just perfect! read more

The best around. Not just a normal tanning salon, nikki knows her products and asks you the questions, do you burn, do you tan etc. You want someone that knows their stuff. Its clean and beautiful. So many fun things to buy after your all tan. I go to her with all my silly tanning questions. Nice to have a owner who is hands on everyday. L. Santana read more

I swore I would never get spray tanned after having so many bad experiences, but that all changed after my first spray tan at this salon! I never have to worry about being orange, streaky or having discolored spots on my hands and/or feet ever again. In addition to the quality of the tan, as an extremely body conscious person, you can't put a price on a staff that is so friendly and makes you feel so comfortable! The salon is always clean, the decor is adorable and there is always the cutest selection of bikinis and accessories. The ambience is just the icing on the cake. This salon embodies the 5-star experience. read more

The tanning bed I used was clean and Kelly, the front desk attendant, was super helpful and even let me use her personal bronze tanning lotion to get that extra glow. It's been a while since I used a tanning bed and I liked the subtle color I got. Will be coming back for more sessions! read more

This place is A-MAZING!!! I've been to a number of tanning salons so to compare this one with all the others? THERE IS NO COMPARISON. South Pacific Tanning is the best tanning salon ever been to. That's why I gave it 5 stars, everything from cheap prices, to clean, trendy, to easy parking out in the front of her Salon Nikki has the best beds Ive ever seen. I keep seeing people come in for spray tans too so I can't wait to try those out as well. The beds. She has this one bed there, I call it the big Kahuna because all I need to do is get brown, (and yes I finally found a bed that brings out the brown and not red in me yaaay!) then all I have to do is come once a week to keep my color. JUST ONCE A WEEK! My hubby always gets flirty with me when I come home looking sunkissed. (Woah let's keep it PG here lol) I'm in love with this place, Nikki is definitely the heart and backbone of her Salon. She's forever taking care of everyone else but herself. She has one if the biggest heart Ive ever seen. I haven't done her spray tan yet but by the heavy traffic and returning customers I would say it looks like they are doing something right. I can't wait! Every single one of my friends that I referred to her has thanked me a million times over for finding a bed that doesn't burn them and that brings out the brown not red. I remember when I needed to find a good tanning place, I hope this helps. read more

This place is WONDERFUL! They have clean beds, provide tanning goggles and towels, and have a great selection of lotions to buy. All of the employees are incredibly friendly and answer questions no matter how silly they seem and assist as needed. Nikki is very accommodating and provided great suggestions to reach the results I wanted. One of the things that really sealed the deal is that they have a GREAT return policy if you purchase a product from them and it doesn't meet your standards....you can actually return it! I have felt swindled at other tanning salons in the area before so this was very good to hear, and something to consider when choosing your go-to! I will definitely return to this place for anything tanning - related in the future and highly reccomend! read more

Spray tan came out amazing. No streaks or quick fade. Teah (hope I spelled right) came in on her off day due to last minute cancellation. Thank you! read more