At what age can a person tan without parental consent?

A person can tan without parental consent at 18 years old because this age is generally recognized as the age of majority in many jurisdictions, including Washington State, where Seattle Sun Tan operates. At 18, individuals are legally considered adults and are therefore empowered to make their own health and personal care decisions, which includes the choice to use tanning services.

In contrast, those who are younger than 18 typically require parental consent for such activities due to legal restrictions aimed at protecting minors from the potential risks associated with tanning, including skin damage and increased risk of skin cancer. This protective measure acknowledges that adolescents may not fully understand the long-term repercussions of tanning on their skin health.