Spray Tan FAQ

• Excessive sweating or working out for 24/hrs
• Dove, Dial, Oil of Olay, Jergens, SoftSoap. Nivea, Irish Spring or any moisturizing
  liquid/bar soap
• Anti-aging/Acne treatments
• Spot Treatments
• Retinol (discontinue use 3 days before)
• Toners containing alcohol
• Loofas/Scrubs
• Bandaids/Adhesive tape
• Waxing
• Soaking skin (when doing mani/pedi)
• Oils and products containing mineral oil 

• Shave/Wax at least 12 hours before your at home spray tan, make sure to exfoliate off any wax/razor residue
• Make sure you exfoliate your skin with an exfoliating mitt or dry brush to remove any dead skin and to prevent a blotchy tan. NO loofah or wash cloth as these are NOT rough enough to remove dead skin.
• Moisturize your skin before you go to sleep the evening before
• Avoid Dove
• Products others with mineral oil
• Mani/pedi must be done 12-24/hours prior 

• Do not shower immediately before your appointment. Must be air least 4 hours before
• Remove any deodorant/lotion/make-up/oils/perfume
• After your tan is complete wear loose cotton loungewear or t-shirt/sweatpants

• Adhere to rinse times discussed with your artist. Standard rinse times are between 3- 5 hours
• No soap or shampoo for the first 24 hours
• Rinse evenly with warm water (no soap) be gentle + use hand (in circular motions) to
  gently remove bronzer apply moisturizer after your 1st rinse
• Do not apply any makeup or perfume after your first rinse or before your first shower
• Do not shave at least 12 hours after your spray tan
• Do not wax for the full duration of your tan
• DO NOT USE Dove, Dial, Oil of Olay, Jergens, SoftSoap, Nivea, Irish Spring or any
  moisturizing liquid/bar soap before or after your tan
• Recommended products Aveeno Restorative Skin Therapy, Native, CeraVe, Dr. Bonners
• Avoid lotions soap/body washes with mineral oil, alcohol or perfumes
• Use our glōtion to keep your skin moisturized and make your tan last longer
• Avoid Scrubbing/Rubbing for the duration of your tan 

• Shower, shave, and exfoliate at least 24 hours before your appointment to give your pores time to close to avoid discoloration,

  streaks or an uneven tan.

• Discontinue use of all Retinols + Acids 3 days prior to your tan + remember to exfoliate that neck!

• Complete all other beauty services first, like nails, waxing (24/hrs before), facials, and massages

• Since your tan will be done in your home, we suggest a loose cotton breathable PJ set to process in.

If you’re using a retinol, or any face or body products that have AHAs in them, like glycolic, lactic, and citric acids, avoid them for at least 3 days before your spray tan.

• Steer CLEAR of ALL forms of moisture until your first rinse; for example no showers, no working out, no sweating, no cleaning, no make-up or lotions.
• Do your first rinse 3-5 hours after your appointment. This is WITHOUT soap. Only use your hands. in circular motions to remove the bronzer, focusing your attention to your legs, behind your arms, etc.
• After 24/hrs you will then take a full shower with spray tan safe body wash. Use light pressure + top not scrub your skin.  
• Do not wash your hair until your body wash shower24/hrs after you’ve been sprayed. 
• Avoid harsh scrubbing, hot water, and bar soap.
• Pat yourself dry, don’t rub.

Yes, it will remove majority of the tan and/or lighten it. Seawater, chlorine, and hot tubs can accelerate the fading of the tan. I recommend wearing waterproof sunscreen to help repel the water.

You will want to tan 1-3 days before your event. For brides, I suggest tanning 2 days before the big day!

YES!!! You set the tone for your appointment and how dark you’d like to be!

Wait 24 hours for it to fully develop after rinsing. If it’s still not dark enough, you can use our tan extender to deepen the color.