To get the best tan possible please follow our prep guidelines below.
Spray Tans only goes on the top layer of our skin so if the dead skin is not exfoliated off your tan will not last past 5 days give or take.
DO NOT PREP LESS THAN 4 HOURS BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
PS: Your Prep & Aftercare is 80% YOU, 20% is the application, DHA & Color.
Spray Tan Prep
Step 1:
Get your spa services done , nails and pedicure done the day before. Doing them same day can result in color not sticking to the body.
PS: do not get a pedicure after your tan. Doing it after tan will result in color loss. We do charge a $30 fee to fix it.
If you plan on waxing get this done 24 hours before the tan to avoid irritation / color loss.
Step 2:
Exfoliate your body. From neck to feet. Do not use a oil based scrub. This will leave a barrier. By not exfoliating your skin your tan will not last as long as, spray tan only goes on the top layer of your skin so EXFOLIATE!
We do recommend exfoliating with a exfoliating sunless mitt (we do sell ones at the studio for $5)or Mix sugar with a spray tan friendly body wash as an exfoliating scrub or get one at your local drugstore.
Make sure to scrub the following areas of your body:
Feet | Legs | Knees | Behind your knees | Hands | Elbows | Arms | Armpits | Neck | Chest | Stomach | Back | Face
Body Wash Brands you can use: we do sell aftercare products at our studio. Please do not use DOVE , OLAY , VS , BATH & BODY, DR Teals
USE : Raw sugar | Hempz | Shea Moisturize | Jasön | Renpure | TonicTan | Summer Eve | Aveeno | Bfresh Bliss |- if your unsure of your brand send us a text 210-802-1964
Step 3:
Shave if you did not wax. ( Make sure you exfoliate then shave)
Wash your hair if needed then wash your body with a spray tan friendly body wash to remove any residue off your skin. Even if you don't wash your hair still wash your body
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(to all our male clients please know you do not need to shave, but we do recommend to exfoliate)
Step 4:
Apply lotion if you have dry skin the night before, please do not use it same day. Again must be a spray tan friendly one.
Hempz | Raw sugar| Renpure | Bliss | TonicTan| Jasön| Grapseed oil|Jojoba oil | almond oil | Btan | BIO oil
Step 5:
Pack your spray tan bag for your appointment. Needs to be dark and loose fitting. No Leggings, No Tennis Shoes, No sports bra's, No Workout shorts (Biker shorts), NO Jeans
Below is a link to our aftercare information : we do recommend to browse the link
PRODUCT Information : Body wash & Lotion
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Your aftercare products DOES matter.
Please don't use certain brands as it can affect how your tan fades and how long it last.
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(Friendly note: if you do use drugstore brands please understand we are not responsible for the outcome of our tan, the fade or the color. We do have retail brands that are meant for tanning. Drugstore brands are not designed for spray tans)
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Avoid the following ingredients:
Body Wash
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3 or more sodiums
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Sodium lauryl sulfate
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Sodium laureth sulfate
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High levels of fragrance -(within the first 5 ingredients)
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Lotion
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Mineral oil
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Petroleum / Petrolatum
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High levels of fragrance (within the first 5 ingredients)
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Ethanol, methanol, ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, SD alcohol, and benzyl alcohol- (within the first 5 ingredients)
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If your soap and lotion has this in AVOID using it
Questions:
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Can i prep my skin before i arrive?
No ! You need to prep your skin NO less than 4 hours before your appointment. Prepping to soon will result in a lighter tan and can affect the way the solution sprays on your skin. If you don't have time to prep we advice not to prep at all.
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Can i use a wash cloth or loofah to exfoliate ?
No. We advice to use exfoliating mitt or exfoliating glove instead. Loofah's and wash cloth's does not remove dead skin.
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I got laser hair removal done, what is the wait time on it ?
With anything laser we do advice to consult with your provider first, we do recommend to wait 1 week before coming back for a tan.
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I will be coming from work, is that okay ?
Definitely. We do have face wash cleaner for you to use to remove makeup and deodorant.
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Can i wear leggings ?
No. we advice against leggings and sports bras's while your tan is developing to avoid unwanted lines and lighter spot from the item rubbing the bronzer. Loose clothing items is ideal.
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I have dry skin an I apply lotion ?