Preparing for your Spray Tan Session:
- Shower, exfoliate, and shave before your tanning session. Do NOT use a moisturizing soap or body wash (especially Dove) before you tan. The reason for this is that anything moisturizing leaves a layer on the skin that the tanning solution won't penetrate through, and you won't get a good, even tan. Use either a clear body wash or a bar soap that is a bit drying, like Ivory, Dial, Irish Spring, Lever 2000, or Zest. Scrub your entire body well with either nylon exfoliating gloves or a washcloth.
- Shave at least 4-6 hours before your appointment. If you tan right after shaving, your pores may be wide open, and you may get little dots on your legs! If you must shave close to the time of your appointment, please make sure to splash cold water on the area to close your pores as much as possible.
- Be sure to wash off any hair conditioner residue from your body. (with soap!)
- If your appointment is later in the day, you may need to shower before coming to remove any sweat and oils from the day. Please be aware that even sweat can inhibit the tanning solution from soaking into the skin.
- Skin should be clean and dry before being sprayed. Don’t apply moisturizers, deodorants, antiperspirants, oils, or makeup before your tanning appointment. They can effect tan development. If you feel that you tend to sweat a lot without antiperspirant, you may wear a small amount so that you don't sweat out the tanning solution.
- Wear dark, loose fitting, easily cleaned clothing to appointment (like cotton or polyester). Wear loose shoes. Bring an old swimsuit or undergarment to tan in, if you wish. (Be aware that wool, lycra, nylon, spandex, silk, rayon, and leather may stain.) We have disposable panties, or you may tan topless or nude if you prefer.
- Style hair in a hair clip or ponytail so it will be off of face and neck.
- Remove all contact lenses and jewelry before being sprayed. (if you can't remove contacts, just make sure to close your eyes)
- You will not be able to get wet or sweaty for at least 8 hours (until you shower) – so please plan your day accordingly.
- Bring a towel to cover leather or light colored seats, especially if you are wearing shorts or a skirt.
- If it is raining, be sure to bring an umbrella and/or "hoodie". If you get rained on, you will streak or spot!