prepping for the best tan of your life.
So you want to glow like the bronzed babe you were meant to be? Your spray tan results don’t just happen in the studio, they start at home! Here’s how to prep so we can create that flawless, even finish that lasts:
Exfoliate like it’s your full-time job
Two days before your appointment, give your skin some TLC with a good scrub. A loofah won’t cut it - think sugar scrubs and exfoliating mitts. The goal? A smooth, blank canvas. Dry, flaky patches = uneven tan. We don’t know her.
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
Moisturize daily leading up to your tan, with your final lotion sesh preferably being the evening before (no less than 8hr prior to) your appointment. Hydrated skin holds color better and will appear much smoother. Dry skin will drink up your tan in weird patches and fade unevenly. Not cute!
Shave or wax
Shave at least 24 hours before your tan, and wax 48 hours before. This will give your pores time to close so we don’t end up with “strawberry legs”.
Day-of rules
Show up with clean, bare skin. No lotion, perfume, deodorant, or makeup. Any barrier on the skin will prevent your tan from absorbing optimally.
Wear or bring loose, dark clothing and consider your preferred tan lines. Will you tan in your fav bikini or will you go nude? We also offer disposables in the studio. (Pro tip: sweatpants and a baggy tee or crewneck to throw on after your appointment. Glamorous? Maybe not. Comfortable? 100%.)
Remove jewelry before your appointment. If you forget, no problem. But your belongings are 100% un-leave-behind-able in the safety of your home or vehicle!
Remember - your spray tan results are 50% dependent on your artist (I’ll do everything in my power to uplift your spirits and your skin) and 50% on you. You do your part and I’ll do mine!