Spray Tan Prep + Aftercare
Instructions for Our Spray Tan Services
Get ready to glow! Preparing for your spray tan and taking care of it afterward is essential for achieving that perfect, sun-kissed look. Let’s dive into the ultimate spray tan prep and aftercare routine that will leave you feeling fabulous!
Before your Tan
- Do not use ANY non-spray tan approved products to prep with.
- No products that contain glycolic acid, lactic acid, retinol or aha/bha's before & the full duration of your tan.
- Waxing must be done 24/hours before your spray tan.
- Mani/pedi must be done 12-24/hours prior
- Discontinue Use of Following 3 days prior to your tan:
- Anti-aging/Acne treatments
- Spot Treatments
- Retinol (discontinue use 3 Days Before)
- Toners containing AHA, BHA
- Bandaids/Adhesive Tape
- Oils or Products containing Oil
Prep
- Exfoliate + Shave at least 12 hours before your appointment, make sure to exfoliate any leftover wax/razor residue
- Do not shower or exfoliate immediately before your appointment. Must be at least 4 hours before
- Make sure you exfoliate your skin with mitt or dry brush to remove dead skin, to prevent a streaky or short lived tan.
- No Dove Products + others with mineral oil, parabens, sulfates or petroleum by-products. Also products with Retinols, Glycolic/Lactic Acid, Aha/Bha's
- NO loofah or wash cloth as these are NOT rough enough to remove dead skin.
- Remove any deodorant/lotion/make-up/oils/perfume
- Rule of thumb is, if your appointment is the next day in the AM moisturize before bed. If its in the evening, you may apply lotion that morning.
After-Care
- No soap or shampoo for the first 24 hours
- Rinse evenly with warm water (no soap)
- No makeup or perfume after your first rinse or before your first shower
- Do not shave at least 12/hrs 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, Native, CeraVe, Dr. Bonners
- Avoid lotions + soap/body washes with mineral oil, alcohol or perfumes
- Use a spray tan approved moisturizer
- Avoid Scrubbing/Rubbing for the duration of your tan
- NO tight jeans or leggings for 24/hours as your tan is still developing
- Steam rooms, long hot showers, hot tubs + chlorine
- Massages, products containing acids, fashion tape + bandaids
- SWEAT + MOISTURE. Stay away from ANY moisture for 24/hours. No excessive sweating. Your tan needs 24/hours to fully set.
Prep & Aftercare Products
We understand that navigating all the Prep & Aftercare instructions can feel a bit overwhelming, so we’ve made it simple for you. We’ve curated a collection of our favorite spray-tan-safe products, all conveniently available on Amazon or at your local drugstore