SPRAY TAN TIPS for a Lasting Tan
Spray tanning works best with a quality sprayer
Now that you have scheduled a spray tan appointment there are a few steps that you should take to ensure that the spray tan session will go smoothly. We will review spray tan tips for a lasting tan.
Exfoliate Your Skin
Perhaps the most important step in the process is exfoliating. The spray tan will be attracted to dry and rough skin parts more than smooth, soft skin. As a result, the tanning session will cover your body unevenly. To avoid this, try to exfoliate your skin at least 12 hours before the appointment. Use a gentle body wash, a loofah, or a body scrub with sea salt to remove dead skin cells.
Shave and Wax Before
More spray tan tips for a lasting tan. If you must shave your skin, do so at least the night before. Attempting to shave immediately after the procedure will ruin the integrity of the tan. Wait at least 12 hours after the appointment before shaving again. If you prefer to sugar/wax, no need to wait before the tanning session.
Avoid Lotions
Products such as lotions, creams, deodorants, and perfumes create a layer of film on top of your skin. This can present a barrier that may prevent the tanning solution from adhering to your skin. Avoid these products the night before, and do not apply them for at least five hours after tanning.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
On the day of the appointment, make sure you wear dark, loose clothing. The tanning solution will take a few minutes to dry completely but if you do not have time to wait, the loose clothes will help to ensure that none of the fresh dye will rub off. If your clothes do get smeared, darker fabric is less likely to stain. Choose South Bay Wax Spa for your spray tanning needs. Contact us or call (310) 347-2012 to schedule an appointment.