Tanning timer app

A tanning timer built around your skin, not a stopwatch

Instead of a blind countdown, Suntic estimates how long you can stay out from the live UV index, your skin type and your SPF, then guides the session.

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Suntic guided routine with a live timer and step-by-step instructions

A plain stopwatch doesn't know how strong the sun is or how your skin reacts. Suntic's tanning timer starts from the real-time UV index for your location and your personal details, so the time it shows actually means something.

Smarter than a countdown

Estimated safe-sun time from live UV, your skin type and SPF.
Flip & finish alerts during guided routines so you get an even result.
Sunscreen reapply reminders before your protection wears off.

A word on tanning safely

No tan is risk-free: a tan is a sign your skin has reacted to UV. A timer can't make tanning safe, but it can help you avoid overexposure and the burns that do the most damage. Suntic keeps session estimates conservative and always encourages sunscreen, shade and cover-up. Read more about tanning more safely and the best time of day to tan.

FAQ

What is a tanning timer app?

It's an app that tells you roughly how long to stay in the sun before you risk burning. Suntic bases this on the live UV index, your skin type and your SPF, rather than a fixed countdown.

How long should I stay in the sun?

It depends on the UV index, your skin type and your sunscreen, so there's no single number. Suntic gives a personalized estimate, but always watch your skin and cover up before it reddens. See our guide on how long to stay in the sun.

Is using a tanning timer safe?

A timer helps reduce overexposure, but no amount of tanning is completely safe. Use it alongside sunscreen, clothing and shade, and stop if your skin starts to redden.

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