Prep/After Care Instructions
In the Days Before your Appointment
*Stay Well Hydrated
*Apply Moisturizer
*Wax, Manicure, Pedicures, and Facials should be done 24-48 hours before your appointment
*Any shaving should be done 24hrs before appt. Use a newer razor and avoid moisture strips as they can leave a residue on the skin.
* Exfoliate using a oil-free scrub, or exfoliating mitt. (I personally recommend a exfoliating mitt.)
*Use Oil Free Products-Avoid products that are heavily Fragranced, bar soaps, and acne/ Retinol or acidic Products
Day OF Appointment
*Avoid wearing Lotion, Oils, Perfumes
*You may do a rinse off shower( no soap or moisturizer) 3 or more hours before your appointment
*Remove Deodorants and Makeup
*Bring Loose fitting Clothing nothing tight that can rub against the skin and loose sandals or flip flops
*avoid getting wet or sweating before First Rinse
*Bring whatever you plan to tan in -Disposable undergarments are available at request.
After Your Spray Tan
*Wear dark, loose-fitting clothing until your first shower.
*DO NOT apply any products to your skin before first rinse.
*DO NOT swim, or use a hot-tub. before fully Developed 24hrs No sweating before first rinse
*Rinse at your discussed time with a Warm Water Rinse Only. Rinse until the water runs clear. Pat dry.
.*Shower with an approved body wash 24hrs after tan application and Use a spray tan safe lotion Brand Examples for lotion and body wash: Hempz, Cetaphil, Cerave, Shea Moisture, Aveeno, Method, or Native. Avoid Dove, mineral oil, sulfates, and alcohols that can dry out your skin .
*If you sleep in your spray tan please sleep in loose fitting pants and a tee shirt to avoid transfer of any bronzer to your sheets and hands.
Maintaining your Tan
*Avoid scrubbing when showering or when towel drying(just pat dry).
*Moisturize Twice Daily with an approved moisturizer ( No mineral oils or alcohol based with heavy fragrances. no Dove or bath and body works).
*If swimming apply a water-resistant Lotion sunscreen preferably organic or( We like Sun Bum), and rinse with fresh water.
*Shave using a brand-new razor and hair conditioner.
*Avoid getting a manicure or pedicure, if you need to do a polish change only
*Spray perfume on clothes avoid spraying directly on the skin
.* Spray Tan longevity is based on many factors and cannot be guaranteed. However with proper care and maintenance you can get the most out of your spray tan.