15 Point Packages: Real Timeline and How to Make Them Last
By Ohana Sun Tanning | October 17, 2026
We hear this question daily at our North Phoenix salon, especially from first-time spray tan clients who want a plan they can stick to. A 15 Point Package can last up to one year, depending on how often you tan, what you’re using the points for (tanning beds vs. airbrush tanning), your skin, and the season in Phoenix.
Our package is simple: $100 for 15 points, and it’s valid for one year after purchase. Most services in the salon use 1 point per level, so you can pace yourself instead of feeling locked into a monthly rush. And yes, we’ll help you pick the right tanning bed level or spray tan approach so you’re not burning through points just to guess and hope.
So how long does a 15 Point Package really last in Phoenix?
Here’s the honest math: 15 points equals 15 standard sessions. If you tan twice a week consistently, that’s roughly a couple of months. If you tan once a week, you’re at about 3 to 4 months. If you’re maintaining a base and spacing your sessions, many people stretch it out to several months.
The biggest factor is spacing. For UV tanning beds and sun beds, we recommend spacing your sessions out. That’s not us being picky. It’s how your skin responds and develops color, and it helps you avoid wasting points on sessions that don’t add much.
For a spray tan or airbrush tanning schedule, the timeline is different. Most people like their color best when they refresh around every week or so. This is exactly the cadence we see when someone wants that just-applied glow most of the time.
Phoenix reality check: our strong UV and desert dryness can deepen your tan fast, but it can also make fading look patchier if your skin is dry. That’s why a lot of our regulars prefer early-morning or evening sessions and stay consistent with moisturizing.
If you’re in the North Phoenix or Deer Valley area near Union Hills Drive and 32nd Street, we’re easy to reach. That matters when you’re trying to stick to a predictable schedule without squeezing in extra sessions just because it’s inconvenient to get here.
A spacing plan that stretches your points (without fading out)
A lot of people buy a session point package and then accidentally burn through it in a panic week. We’d rather you use your points with intention. Our team talks you through bed levels, points, and options, just like Paisley does when someone comes in with a lot of questions.
1) The build phase (Weeks 1 to 3)
- UV tanning beds: 2 to 3 sessions per week, spaced out. Keep sessions consistent instead of cramming them back-to-back.
- Spray tan: if you’re building with spray, most people do 1 application, then refresh later.
2) The maintenance phase (after you like your color)
- UV: drop to 1 session a week, or space it out a bit more if your skin holds color well. That single tweak can add months to your 15 Point Package.
- Spray: refresh about weekly if you want consistent depth, or a little longer if you’re okay with a softer fade.
3) The aftercare that makes the biggest difference in Phoenix
- Moisturize daily. Desert dryness is the fastest way to make a spray tan fade unevenly. Even for UV tanning, hydrated skin tends to look smoother and more even.
- Use gentle cleansing. Hot showers, aggressive scrubs, and exfoliating acids shorten spray tan life fast.
- Avoid long, unprotected outdoor sun. Phoenix sun can deepen color quickly, but it can also create uneven fading, especially on shoulders and chest.
- Ask us to match your goal. If you want a subtle, believable glow, we’ll steer you differently than if you want “wedding weekend” color.
Three sample calendars (15 sessions) that clients actually stick to
You don’t need a perfect plan. You need one you can repeat. Here are three realistic ways people use a 15 Point Package in Phoenix, especially our North Phoenix, Deer Valley, and Paradise Valley Village crowd who want to look good without wasting points.
Quick-build plan (about 6 to 8 weeks total)
Weeks 1 to 3: 2 to 3 sessions per week (spaced out). Weeks 4 to 8: 1 to 2 sessions per week. This is common when someone has a vacation or a stretch of events and wants momentum fast.
Steady-maintenance plan (about 3 to 5 months)
Use 1 session per week, with a rare second session if you’ve had extra outdoor sun or your skin has faded faster than normal. This plan is how many regulars keep a consistent look without feeling like tanning is a part-time job.
Event-focused plan (about 6 to 9 months)
Save points for when you care most. Do a short build (a handful of sessions over a few weeks), then switch to spacing sessions out. People who like to plan around weekends, hikes, and special events tend to love this.
If you want a deeper breakdown of how points work across different levels, read session point packages in North Phoenix. It answers the “what does one point get me?” question in plain language.
Why tans fade early in the desert, and the quick fixes
Early fading usually comes down to one of three things: sessions stacked too close together, skin that’s dry and flaking, or aftercare that’s too harsh. Phoenix makes the second one the most common. Dry heat plus long showers plus scrubbing equals a spray tan that breaks up fast.
If you’re using tanning beds, another common issue is trying to “catch up” after a long gap by tanning multiple days in a row. That tends to irritate skin and doesn’t build color the way people think it will.
The fix is simple: space your sessions, moisturize like it’s part of the plan, and let us know what you’re aiming for so we can recommend the right bed level or spray tan depth.
When to rebook so you don’t waste points (and still look consistent)
If you’re maintaining with UV sun beds, most people do best rebooking when they notice their color drop by about one shade, not when it’s completely gone. For spray tan, that “sweet spot” is usually when you’re due for a refresh, before the fade gets patchy.
We’re big on being straightforward in here. People mention our honesty for a reason, and it shows up in little things too, like returning jewelry left behind. You should feel comfortable asking a direct question and getting a direct answer, especially when you’re spending money on a package.
Want us to map your 15 points to your calendar? Tell us your goal, your timeline, and if you prefer tanning beds or a spray tan. We’ll recommend a spacing plan that fits real life and makes those points last.
We’re right here in the North Phoenix and Deer Valley area near Union Hills Drive and 32nd Street, and we regularly see people coming in from Scottsdale, Glendale, Peoria, Paradise Valley, and Cave Creek.
Call +16025694624 or email tan@ohanasuntanning.com. If you’re already in the area, we’re easy to reach.
Address: 3230 East Union Hills Drive, Suite 105, Phoenix, AZ 85050
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