After Care Instructions for Spray Tanning 

MAINTAINING YOUR TAN

Lotion, Lotion, Lotion. Keeping your spray tan well hydrated is key to a great tan and fade. Please use a high quality, paraben free, body lotion daily. Hempz lotion is a good option. Shaving, exfoliating, and hot water will encourage cell renewal thereby fading your spray tan faster. Minimize exfoliation until day 3-4 of your spray tan. Using a “shower poof” is best. Continue with your regular routine, intensifying your exfoliation as you lead to the end of your spray tan. Spray tans will last on average 5-10 days, but will fade faster depending on your routine and hydration.

 

EXTEND

Need more than 7 days? There are tan extenders that double as a moisturizer.  I currently do not stock these, but I can obtain them with advance notice. Tan extenders contain small levels of DHA and should only be used every 2-3 days. They continuously refresh your color at a lower level than the spray tanning solution. With a high-quality tan extender, spray tans may last an average of 2-3 weeks.

 

PROTECTION

Spray tanning is NOT a base tan. Your skin may still be very fair and at risk for burning and skin damage. Be sure to protect yourself from damaging UVA/UVB rays from the sun at all times.

 

RENEW

Unfortunately spray tans will eventually be exfoliated away as new skin comes to the surface. Make sure to do a deep exfoliation after a spray tan has worn out. A deep exfoliation should ideally begin days before a new spray tan.  Exfoliator mits are great to use to exfoliate your body before and after a spray tan.

 

QUALITY TIPS

• Avoid body lotion, deodorant, and perfume for 24 hours after application. Makeup and face moisturizer are OK.

• Do not use Dove soap. It is very alkaline and can turn a spray tan brassy.

• Avoid mineral oil and products that contain it.

• Full length, dark, cotton clothing is best to sleep in.