Get That Flawless Finish

Before Spray tanning

•  Exfoliate thoroughly 24 hours beforehand paying particular attention to drier areas - elbows, knees, heels and hands. Try to use a non-oil based scrub and abrasive mitt - Exfoliating helps to provide an even coverage and prolongs your tan.
• ​Make sure any existing fake tan is removed completely. 
• ​Any shaving or waxing should be done at least 24 hours before your treatment.
• Use a PH balanced shower product wash when washing before your tan. 
• ​Do not use DOVE soap
• Be completely free from deodorant, moisturizers, perfume and make-up before your session.
• Paint nails and toenails if bare, as tan solution can cause staining. 
• Please let us know if you are on any medication, have any skin conditions or severe asthma.
• Make sure you have loose, dark clothing available for after your spray tan. 

Immediately after tan

• Wear loose, dark clothing. Should you need to go out, sandals or flip flops.
• Do Not wear trainers or any footwear including slippers, which may cause your feet to get hot/sweaty.
• Keep skin completely dry and avoid water contact whilst your tan is developing.
• Do not exercise or take part in activities that cause you to sweat.  
• Avoid other beauty treatments whilst your tan is developing.
• Do not wear leather or sit on a leather seat as there is a risk of staining.
• Take care when drinking hot beverages or out of a  bottle, it can damage the tan around your mouth and risk spilling liquid on yourself.
• We all love pet cuddles, but if your fur baby is a licker, best avoid till you've showered.
• Development time will vary depending on which spray solution is used, you will be advised by your tan tech when to rinse off the guide colour​, if unsure leave on for 8 hours.
• Rinse off  guide colour with warm water (Not hot) only for the first rinse. 
• Wait till your first normal shower (after 8 hours) to use shower gel and to moisturize. 

Maintaining your tan

• Avoid products that are oil based as they run the risk of ruining your tan. So oil free moisturizers and sun creams are best.
• Try to avoid swimming pools, hot tubs and long hot baths, they can fade your tan prematurely.
• Have showers, avoid scrubs and/or exfoliating bath mitts, a PH balanced soap or gel is best to prolong your tan.
• Do not use DOVE Soap! Its very drying and not PH balanced. 
• Pat yourself dry with a towel (no rubbing).
• To prolong your tan, keep your skin well moisturized - this includes keeping hydrated by drinking water. 
• Avoid products that contain alpha hydroxide acids (AHAs) as they can strip colour.
• After 5 days or if your tan starts to look patchy, lightly exfoliate around your feet, ankles, knees and elbows with a damp flannel or tan specific mitt only. 
• Top up face and hands with gradual tan or lotion as required.