Frequently asked questions
The most common questions we get from our clients
Yes, spray tanning is a safe alternative to sun tanning. The solution is applied in a controlled environment and is made with FDA-approved ingredients. However, it is always best to consult with your healthcare provider before getting a spray tan.
No, absolutely not! Our solution is made of the highest quality, natural ingredients. All of our technicians have also been trained and certified!
Please view the Tan Care section to find out the proper steps that need to be followed before your spray tan.
We recommend waiting 12 hours before your initial shower.
The entire process takes about 10-15 minutes, from start to finish.
The typical spray tan will last 7-10 days with proper care and upkeep. It is important to follow the steps listed on our Tan Care section to get the best quality tan possible.
It is best to avoid showering, swimming, sweating, or any water contact for at least 8 hours after your appointment. This allows the solution to fully develop and achieve the best results.
Tan Care
Plan all hair removal services 24-48 hours before spray tanning. This will minimize possible irritation and allow open hair follicles/pores to close. This will minimize a dotted tan appearance. We recommend waxing and laser services always be done 48 hours in advance.
Skin should be clean, dry, and well exfoliated before your spray tanning application. Please use a clear/transparent GEL soap (brand does not matter but do avoid DOVE or opaque milky looking products - no bar soap please) Please remove all cosmetics, scrubs, lotions, soaps, hair conditioners, shampoos, hair removal product or shave product residues from the skin. These can coat the skin and effect tan application.
If the skin has been waxed, remove all wax residue. Please use an exfoliation mitt, cloth or glove on all body surfaces, including arm pits, chest, back, focus on dry areas such as knees, elbows, hands and feet.
Showering is recommended to remove sweat, skin oils, cosmetics, anti-perspirants, lotions and perfumes from the skin. Skin should be clean, dry, sweat and product free for the best tanning absorption, and even results. Wear a tight dark garment, that you do not mind getting tanning solution on for your spray session. Keep in mind, Nylon, Lycra, Spandex, Silk and Wool may all stain from self-tanning products. Please advise your technical of any known allergies, health concerns or if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
During tan development, wear loose, dark comfortable clothing, that will not be damaged from spray tan rub off. Tight garments, jeans, undergarments, socks, and shoes can rub against your fresh tan, and create lines. Wear house shoes, loose thong shoes or sandals. Use an umbrella if weather is rainy and avoid splashing the skin with water.
Please protect car seats, fabrics and leather, or porous surfaces you may sit on, with a towel to prevent staining. Clean toilet seats post use, if needed to prevent stains. Use dark sheets on bedding before your shower, to prevent color guide bronzer transfer stains.
Avoid sweating, or water exposure, post tan for 8 hours, or until your post tan shower. Hands may be cleansed by wiping palms only with a wet cloth or wet wipe. If make-up application is desired, limit products to powder based items only, until post tan shower. If wearing a scented spray or perfume, please spray air (not skin surface) and walk through the cloud, to minimize tan damage. Scented body powders may be used freely.
Avoid touching your freshly tanned skin, during development time. Clean palms if product transfers to them, using alcohol based facial toner, or nail polish remover.
Please shower based on the information provided to you by your Spray Tanning Technician. Your tan will take 24-48 hours approximately to completely darken, no matter which product blend you have used. Color will continue to darken after showering.
During your first shower, you may see a brown tint wash away in the shower water. This is the temporary cosmetic bronzer colorant, that allowed the tan to be seen when first sprayed onto the skin. This is not your sunless tan, but only a cosmetic “guide”. It is normal for this to wash away upon showering.
You will see, when viewing your pale tan line, the depth of color of your tan. This will not be the exact tone or darkness, as when the temporary bronzer color was on the skin. This is perfectly normal, as your sunless tan reacts with your unique skin chemistry, creating an individualized color, that is unique to you. Note, do all color checks 24-48 hours AFTER your spray tan application, and AFTER showering to see the true results of your tan.
Regular moisturization will help prolong the wear of your tan. We recommend you apply moisturizer products to damp skin (fresh from the shower) to help lock in the moisture from your shower. Many brands work well, and you DO NOT need to avoid all oil containing products, nor avoid all oils. Many oils can be used without Tan harm, based on the type used, and formulation. Please discuss this with your Tanning Technician.
Avoid all bar soaps which can be drying, and harsh to a spray tan. Many may create a coating on the skin surface, this can alter how a freshly sprayed tan absorbs. Your Tanning technician can advise you of recommended products.
Wash with a mild soft sponge, or shower poof ball or soft wash cloth. Pat skin dry when toweling off. Scrubbing or abrasion on the skin surface will remove some of your fresh tan.
When shaving use and electric razor, or a fresh triple or quad blade razor with new blades and plenty of lubrication to minimize spray tan removal.
Hot tubs, and pool swimming can lighten or remove your tan. Use of a water resistive lotion-based sunscreen, and limiting soak time to shorter sessions can help lessen tan fade. Please pat dry when toweling off.
On roughly day 4-5, you can lightly exfoliate skin, and reapply a DHA containing product at home to help maintain and rebuild color. Please speak to your tanning technician about recommended products.
Before your next spray tan visit, please exfoliate the skin per the prep steps above. Try to do this before the tan has fully broken down or become very patchy. For each person, this day can differ slightly, as it controlled by your skin health, dryness, habits, DHA level used, product used, age. Environment, etc. For most people this is once every 5, 7 or 10 days. During exfoliation, you will not be able to completely remover your tan. This is normal, as some tanned skin is still attached to the skin surface, this can take 2-4 weeks to fully separate.
Rather you are simply trying to lighten, and even out the tan and remove the loose cells that can easily be removed, without harming or irritating your skin.
If you would like to completely remove your tan, this will require repeated exfoliation, paired with tub soaking, and will take a period of days to complete. Please discuss this with your spray tanning technician for additional information.
Please discuss your needs, any concerns, or questions with us prior to your tanning session.
