Purchased a level 1 package to get a good base tan prior to vacation. The staff is very friendly. Usually no wait for a bed but when their is, it's no more than 4 mins. This is my first time getting level 1 beds, usually I tan in 15 min beds. No fancy misting or better built in cooling, etc. but they weren't bad at all. They have box fans at the top end of the bed to help keep you cool, I went to put my hands above my head and like kangaroo punched the fan, knocking it over, had to get out and fix it, tragic. I was able to get a good tan in about 10 visits read more

Southside Tanning - Spray Tanning Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is by far the cleanest and best kept salon in the area. It seems like the bulbs are changed all the time and the beds are really clean. The newer level 1 beds are hotter than a lot of higher level beds I've used at other salons. Living in South Side I tried all the tanning salons... even after moving outside the city, I still come here. Even though I've been coming here forever, I just had my first spray tan a few weeks ago and I LOVED it! I was really nervous about the color (you know, turning orange), but it was really natural looking. I thought after a shower or two it'd be gone, but it lasted over a week. I'm sure it would have lasted even longer if I took care of it like you're supposed to. I just saw they added Red Light Therapy. I've heard it's amazing, but haven't been able to find it anywhere near me. I can't wait to try it next! read more

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I used to be an active tanner in high school then parted ways as I got older in hopes to save my skin as cancer is a growing concern. I still lay in the sun, but tanning beds are really no longer for me. However, I just had to lay on a base tan quick before leaving for St. Maarten last year. Because the islands are so close to the equator, the sun is intense and I was told with my fair skin it would be wise to expose myself to some UV rays before departing. It is still the same great place that I used to go to in high school; only thing that's different is they no longer offer massages... it's just "Southside Tan." The staff is very friendly and the location is perfect. You can almost always find a spot on the street (park at Giant Eagle down the block if none are available). The place is two floors and all of the beds are in good condition and kept up to par, unlike East Coast Tanning on Carson (are they even still in business?!). The rooms are spacious too so you don't feel cramped. Each is equipped with a fan and places to put your things. It's nice, quiet and reasonably priced. If I ever am going to head back to the islands, I'll prepare myself here! In case you were wondering, I still burnt like no other... That island sun is no joke, people! read more

Southside Tanning - Spray Tanning Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I've tanned at Southside tanning for a while now and it's a nice salon. It's well kept and clean. The staff is always friendly. The beds are good quality and well maintained. They change the bulbs when needed and will often tell you when a bed has new bulbs. The prices are reasonable too...$60 for level 1 unlimited month. They have 4 level 1 beds upstairs, I usually don't have to wait and if I do maybe 5 minutes at the most. Good location, street parking is available and they also have a pay lot right next to it. I definitely recommend Southside Tanning! read more

Southside Tanning - Spray Tanning Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a great tanning place. Everyone is friendly and the prices are fair. I come here because it's convenient and has a parking lot right next to it so I don't have to circle to find a spot. I do wish that they installed some higher level beds. I prefer higher uvb ergoline beds because they give a deeper tan. I have also heard customers complain that they have to wait a long time if a customer comes in for a spray tan because the person who operates the front desk has to do the spray tan. read more

Southside Tanning - Spray Tanning Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Thought this was A nice place to go to. Never had any problems. They're pricing is pretty reasonable as well. But I will say that the only thing that sucks is that they only take appointments the last two hours but it says nowhere online nor does anyone working there tell you when you first sign up. Wish I would've known that before I paid for parking when I came at 5:30. They don't try to accommodate you either when this happened. There's no way they are fully booked. Didn't have an issue with them besides that. Seems clean. I just think it's really unreasonable that they turned me away. Didn't say they had any open appointments or anything if I could come later and never offered how I can even make an appointment. After my 5 sessions are up I'll never come back nor recommend this place to anyone. read more

Had my first massage today here and it was pure bliss. I've had many massages in my day and this one definitely ranked up there. I called in the morning to see if they had any openings and was able to get a noon appointment with Jill. Jill was awesome and asked me what I wanted to focus on before we started, and she actually had paid attention because she went right for the spots we talked about. The room was comfy and clean, and the music relaxing without being the typical massage bell-chimy and pan-flutey music. The pressure was perfect and she definitely knew what she was doing. The price was great at only $60 for a full hour! Definitely something I'll be getting on a much more regular basis. read more

I would like to start off this review by saying that I, myself am no expert when it comes to spray tanning or tanning in general. Last week, I had decided to try Southside Tanning's Rapid (1 hour) Spray Tan. I didn't have time to wait the 8 to 10 hours a normal spray would require, and the salon I had went to the week before did not offer the rapid service. This would be my second spray tan I have ever gotten - like I said, total novice here. Alrighty, so I called ahead the same morning to schedule an appointment, which the timing was impeccable because I was leaving out of town right after my spray. I arrive to the salon, and it's a super cute convenient location in the heart of the Southside. Strangely, I'm initially greeted by a potent aroma of marijuana (not complaining here, just think it's weird for a business). After my five-minute secondhand high, I'm finally greeted by a woman who comes downstairs and checks me in. Small talk leads me to believe she is the owner of the salon which is wonderful to witness as a new guest. I feel confident in her. Shortly after check-in, she takes me upstairs to the spray room. I get comfortable and wait for her to set up the equipment. As she (the owner) begins to spray me, I notice I don't see a difference in my skin pigmentation and I'm worried. I ask her how long until I will be able to see a difference. She said about an hour, but if I can wait longer before I shower - to do so. Okay, Maybe it's the lightning? Maybe I'm too dark already? (that can't be right) Maybe it's magic? Who knows. The owner had said if I'm not satisfied to call or come back to the salon. I didn't have time to come back - that's why I chose the package I did. Nor should I have had to? And I was headed out of town right after my spray. To backtrack, I didn't feel sticky or wet at all - like I did for the last spray tan I received. I don't see a difference, but I go with it. I stand in front of the oscillating fan for a good one minute per side - as she suggested I do. But I'm already dry. So I get dressed and head to the desk back downstairs. She notices I'm dressed quickly - (because there's nothing on me that needs to dry). But hands me a mirror to see the noticeable difference on my face. Nothing. I see nothing. I pay for my service and leave for my trip. Fast forward four hours now, I still see no difference. I'm still patchy from my last spray tan, I'm still not in the least bit sticky. And I'm still dry as a bone. I paid $45+ to stand undressed for 15 minutes while I was spritzed with warm water. More unfortunately for me I was not able to call or return to the salon until today, four/five days after my service. I called back to explain what had happened and why I couldn't return or call until I did because I was out of town. I spoke with the owner again thankfully - but wait. She asks me how I paid for my service, which was on my card. To her reply was something along the lines of , "I can't refund you more than 25% of what I paid because of card processing." I'm now angry. I paid for 100% of a service and got 0%. My other options were to come to the salon and have a new spray done (too late for that) or I can come get a cash refund. So I drove back down to the salon for my refund. Walked in - sadly, no marijuana smell this time. A different girl at the desk had an envelope for me, thank god! But wait..... with only $25. My entire "spray" cost me $53 including tip. So again, I have to go back in and ask for MORE of my money back, from someone who had nothing to do with the experience I had here. Graciously she asked no questions and paid me what was rightfully mine. To sum, I understand things happen. Equipment faults. Whatever. But CUSTOMER SERVICE and providing HONESTY to your guests should be #1. That's what makes people come back!! I wish I had before and after pictures to post for this review, but due to having to go elsewhere (on vacation) for a spray tan - I can't. And as for me, I probably will be staying out of the tan game for a while now - which is probably for the best. Hopefully, if you decide to try Southside Tanning, you have a better and bronzer experience than I did. read more

This place needs to update their hours!!!!!!! The last 2 days I have tried to tan at 6:00 because online it says they're open until 7pm. FIX YOUR WEBSITE!!! Ridiculous. read more

Right in the heart of Pittsburgh's Southside. Southside Tanning has reasonable prices and a very friendly staff. The tanning beds are well maintained. Plus the best part is I've never had to wait for a tanning bed. read more

Had to cancel my appointment but they still kept my $20.00 that I was told had to be charged on a credit card. Would not refund. Will not go back. Go to Wozny Tanning instead. Spray tan there is only $20.00 instead of $38.00 that Southside Tanning charges. Wozny Tanning does not charge you for services you never received! read more

Love Southside Tanning! The staff is great and very knowledgeable about what will be best for your personal skin type. They answered all of my questions and the beds were always clean. The rooms locked, so I was never worried someone would accidentally come in. I purchased a package of 5 tanning sessions for $35, and it was definitely worth it! Having never tanned before, Southside Tanning made me feel comfortable enough to keep going back. This will definitely be my go-to tanning salon during the school year! read more

Called numerous times in order to ask a question today. I was hung up on each time. I could hear people talking in the background. Very unprofessional read more

After having tried some of the other tanning salons in the area, this is now the only place I'll go for the seldom tanning I do. The building is cute and boutique-like and ultra clean. The staff is lovely and polite, which is a rarity in your typical tanning salon. And I actually witnessed one of them cleaning a bed, which is something I like to see as a reassurance that they actually do get sanitized! The bulbs are strong enough to give me some color, but not so strong as to make me a lobster in 5 minutes. I get to stay in there for a good 12 minutes or so, which is long enough to take a tiny nap. The prices are right in line with the other tanning joints in the area; maybe a few bucks cheaper if you get the right package. They also provide massage service at super reasonable prices and I've heard they're wonderful. I've yet to try a massage, but I'll update when I do. Best tanning salon in Southside...but make sure you don't miss it. It's on the corner of Sidney St. and 21st; and kinda hard to see. read more

I'm playing a Puerto Rican New Yorker in a play and need to have a little tan. I'm used to tanning outside because I live in sunny LA so I hadn't gone to a tanning salon in 6 years! So when I got there today, I didn't know what I was doing. I had seen good reviews on Yelp for Southside Tan and Massage and it's close to where I'm staying, so I tried it out. What a wonderful experience! Right when I walked in, it smelled good. Everything was clean and neat, there was happy, light music playing and the girl at the front desk, Haley, was delightful! She was warm and friendly, and made me feel comfortable. She walked me through what I should do and answered any of my questions. Once I was on my own, I still managed to push the buttons incorrectly and had to go back downstairs and ask for more help! She smiled, simply reset the machine, and I was tanning in no time! I appreciate people who interact without judgement and Haley did exactly that. I bought 5 sessions and will be back next week! read more