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We graded 9 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
From 1,249 Google reviews of 9 top-rated tanning salons nationwide; 9 of them in Paradise, UT. Updated October 28, 2026.
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Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of tanning salons).
| # | Company | ScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. | FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Reliability (24%): How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Craft & service (0%): Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Replies to reviews (7%): How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20. | ★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps. | Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews). |
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| 1 |  Glo Mobile Spray Tanning & Teeth WhiteningParadise, UT | A 93How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%95+55.8Reliability 26%86+22.4Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 93Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAA–– | 4.96 | — |
| 2 | Tanz by KenzParadise, UT | A 93How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%97+56.9Reliability 26%87+22.7Value 15%90+13.7Craft & service penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 93Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAA– | 5.00 | — |
| 3 |  Paradise TanParadise, UT | A 91How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%92+63.7Reliability 31%89+27.4Experts Score= 91Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA––A– | 4.96 | — |
| 4 |  Black Barn BeautyParadise, UT | A 82How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%83+57.5Reliability 31%79+24.3Experts Score= 82Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AB––A– | 4.84 | — |
| 5 |  The Elite CollectiveParadise, UT | B 76How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%82+44.7Reliability 24%70+17Value 14%87+12.3Replies to reviews 7%96+6.8Craft & service penalty98−0.2Momentum penalty54−4.6Experts Score= 76Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | ABAACA | 4.85 | $105 |
| 6 |  Rage SalonsParadise, UT | B 60How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%61+33.3Reliability 24%49+11.9Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%70+4.9Craft & service penalty67−3.3Experts Score= 60Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BCBAAB | 4.52 | $31 |
| 7 |  Tanning StudioParadise, UT | C 49How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%50+27.3Reliability 24%29+7Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%32+2.3Craft & service penalty81−1.9Experts Score= 49Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | CDAAAD | 4.51 | — |
| 8 |  Attitudes Hair, Nails, Etc.Paradise, UT | D 31How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%42+22.9Reliability 24%2+0.5Value 14%87+12.3Replies to reviews 7%29+2.1Craft & service penalty95−0.5Momentum penalty40−6Experts Score= 31Grade D: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | CFAACD | 4.64 | $110 |
| 9 |  Silver Lining Salon & SpaParadise, UT | D 27How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%58+31.6Reliability 24%17+4.1Value 14%21+3Replies to reviews 7%43+3Craft & service penalty22−7.8Momentum penalty27−7.3Experts Score= 27Grade D: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | CFDDDC | 4.68 | — |
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this. | TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range). | High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this. | FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”. |
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| Haircut | $25 | $32 | $139 | 0% |
How the 9 tanning salons we rated in Paradise, UT compare, and what customers praise most.
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
Average stars per company.
Share of Google review highlights.
All price verdicts left with reviews.
Not enough data yet.
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.
Reliability (24%) — How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
The 9 best-rated tanning salons in Paradise, UT average 4.8★ on Google across 1,249 reviews. Glo Mobile Spray Tanning & Teeth Whitening has the top rating (5.0★), and Silver Lining Salon & Spa has the most reviews (492). Updated October 28, 2026.
9 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (1,249 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
“Love Glo Mobile Tanning! We are lucky to have a boutique service like this in our small town of Logan! I always request Taylie L as she is punctual, professional and always gives me an even, natural looking tan! I…” — Google review
“I got my hair styled by Brynlee and she was awesome! She was super friendly. She did great listening to what I wanted for my hair and I love how it turned out! Definitely recommend!” — Google review
“Writing this on behalf of my friend Dylan, “Mila is SO nice and helpful and made me feel special and beautiful on my birthday!!!” She is always so personable and kind, amazing at her job” — Google review
“By far the best tan!! Felt so comfortable and loved the results. Super quick and easy and I looked perfect for my family photos and wedding!” — Google review
“I just recently started tanning here and I love it! The employees are super friendly and welcoming as you walk in, and we're super helpful in showing me how the bed works! The salon is very cute and clean, I highly…” — Google review
“Nicole is the absolute best! She treats all of her clients like family. We love Joe, Brenda and Angie, too! Great service, you're treated like family and leave feeling confident and happy.” — Google review
“Got a pedicure and white acrylic on all my toes. It was my first time and I LOVED IT! She fixed my big toe nail that didn’t have any shape. The staff is friendly and they ensure you leave with a smile on ur face!…” — Google review
“I’ve been to a lot of stylists over the years, and Stephanie is truly exceptional. She took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted and delivered amazing results that exceeded my expectations. My hair looks…” — Google review
“Fun and friendly workers who answered my many questions without getting annoyed haha... Highly recommended, yes, even for dudes” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for tanning salon listings in and around Paradise, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Glo Mobile Spray Tanning & Teeth Whitening has the highest Google rating on our Paradise list: 5.0 out of 5 from 98 reviews (as of October 28, 2026).
Silver Lining Salon & Spa has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 492, with a 4.7★ average.
Only open Paradise-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
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