• Exfoliate skin 24 hours prior to spray tan.  We recommend an exfoliating mitt in the shower or bath. Avoid any chemical exfoliants as this could cause blotchiness and early fading.  Also avoid oil based exfoliants as those can leave a residue on the skin for a few days.  Shaving should be done 12 hours before your spray tan. Streaks may be an issue with your final tan if you shave right before with a moisturizing strip razor.
• Waxing MUST be done PRIOR to getting a spray tan
• Manicure and Pedicure should be done prior to getting a spray tan.  If you don’t have time, then it can be done the following day but only a polish change
• Stop using acne creams etc a few days prior to your appointment. You must notify your technician if you are taking any prescription acne medications, either oral or topical, PRIOR to starting as these can seriously effect the outcome of the tan on the face
• Bring loose fitting clothing to wear home from your appointment
• You should hydrate your body in the days leading up to your appointment, Drink water!

Schedule your mani/pedi before your spray tanning appointment. Don’t worry, your spray won’t stain your new nail color!

Any waxing needs to be done 48 hours prior to your tanning appointment. The bikini area is sensitive and needs time to recover for a flawless tan.

Exfoliating your skin is the absolute key to a great spray tan. Removing dead skin cells with an exfoliating mitt and sugar scrub for a couple of days leading up to your tan is ideal.

Shave whatever you normally shave 24 hours before your tanning appointment for best results. Shaving immediately before your appointment can cause imperfections in your tan.

• All DOVE products should be avoided, as it leaves a film on the skin that blocks the solution from absorbing. Refrain from using AVEENO lotion 24 hours prior to your appointment
• Avoid having lotion, makeup, body oil, deodorant, perfume, soap residue, sweat, adhesives (band aids, nipple covers, surgical tape, can all block the tan and leave a mark if not properly removed from skin). All of these can act as a barrier between the skin and the solution and result in an undesired outcome
• Arrive with your hair styled up and with no jewelry.  Please leave your jewels at home. We can work around jewelry that can’t be removed. IE- Cartier Love bracelets.
• Bring loose fitting, dark clothing to wear home from your appointment.  Please avoid putting on tight clothes post spray
• Bring flip flops to wear home
• If you wear shorts and not pants, please bring a towel to sit on for your ride home

The day of your spray tan, avoid lotions, perfumes, or deodorants. Excess oils can prevent absorption during application. If tanning your face, you will also want to remove makeup (eye makeup is okay).

Bring loose clothing to wear after your appointment. During your appointment you may wear what you are most confortable in. Anything worn will create a tanline.

If you’re stuck between a few shades, it’s always better to go with the lighter one. Remember that as your tan develops, it’ll deepen in color. This is one of the best spray tan tips for pale skin, but it’s advice anyone can benefit from.

Yes we still do spray tans if it’s raining or snowing! So please bring the appropriate shoes and covering so that you do not get wet leaving the appointment.

• Rinse at the time given to you by your spray tan artist.
• Rapid Tan- 2-4 hour rinse time. 2 hours light, 3 hours medium, 4 plus hours dark
• Custom Tan- 8 hours
• Avoid getting wet during the development period.  Do not try on tight clothing or do any activities that would make you sweat.  This could cause the tan to not develop properly.
• During the first rinse, with the Rapid tan, do not use soap, unless you use our GLOW SHOWER GEL. That is the only soap approved to use during the first rinse.  Take a slow rinse with lukewarm water. Only use your hands to remove the bronzer and focus your attention to your legs, behind your arms etc.  The #1 cause of streaks is that the bronzer was not rinsed off properly and can stain the skin for a few days.  Pat dry after shower.
• Rapid Tans- do not use lotion for 8 hours after your spray tan appointment. Custom 8 hour tans, you may use a mild soap or body wash during your first rinse and mild lotion after your shower.  Rapid tans take a full 18-24 hours to fully develop. It is normal to look like you did not get a tan after your initial rinse. Don’t worry, give it time and you will see the tan darkening to your desired shade
• Moisturize daily once the tan is developed with a spray tan safe moisturizer such as our GLOW VELVET SOFT lotion.  It’s important to use products free of mineral oil, parabens, sodium laurely sulfate, high alcohol content as well as petroleum based poducts and chemical exfoliants.
• Tans should last 7 days on average. By using GLOW after care products, you will get 4-5 more days out of your tan.