Sunset Beach Tanning Salon is the prize for the winner of the essay contest started by the owner, Alicia Lastowka.

With the arrival of the cold season, besides cold-driven nuisance, some persons experience drawbacks regarding the general state, lack of energy and depression of unknown origin. It was scientifically ascertained that the lack of light favors the production of melatonin by the pineal gland, a hormone inducing sleep. That is why, during the cold seasons when days are shorter and the sunlight is scarce, we often feel sleepy or drowsy. Also, even during spring and summer, if the tendency is to keep most of the time indoors at home or at the office, the effect may be similar, though not as severe.

September 24. The governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger signed into law a bill stipulating that children under 14 are not allowed under any circumstances to use artificial tanning facilities. The fine for each violation is $2,500 per day. Teens between 14 and 18 need a signed parental consent form to go to a tanning salon.