How it works
Prep and aftercare play a major role in the outcome of your tan. How you care for your skin before and after your appointment will directly affect how your tan develops, how evenly it wears, and how long it lasts. Taking these steps ensures your results are smooth, streak-free, and long-lasting!
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Begin exfoliating and moisturizing in the days leading up to your tan.
Focus on dry areas like elbows, knees, ankles, and shins.
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Consistent hydration—inside and out—helps your tan apply more evenly and last longer. Drink plenty of water and moisturize daily.

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Do not exfoliate or apply moisturizer the day of your appointment.
If your skin is very dry and you need to moisturize, make sure it’s done at least 4 hours before your appointment.

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Shower no more than 4 hours before your tan.
If you absolutely need to rinse closer to your appointment, use lukewarm water only—no soap, no scrubbing.

Be sure to remove ALL self-tan or previous spray tan before your appointment.

Hair removal should be done 24–48 hours before your appointment.
If you shave, do so at least 4 hours prior.

Schedule your other appointments first.
Mani/pedi, facials, massages, waxing, and laser should all be done before your spray tan—ideally 1–2 days in advance.
TIPS
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Come to your appointment product free.
Remove makeup, deodorant, perfume, moisturizer, sunscreen, and any other products. (wipes are available at the studio if needed.)

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Remove all jewelry before your appointment.

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Wear dark, loose clothing and loose shoes such as slides or UGGs.
Do not wear jeans, tight activewear, or light-coloured clothes.
If it’s raining, please wear closed loose shoes and bring an umbrella or hood. Loose socks are okay if needed.

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Avoid cream and oil-based products leading up to your appointment such as Dove and Olay.

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Avoid using active ingredients such as AHAs, BHAs, retinol, glycolic acid, and other exfoliating serums for 7 days prior to your tan. Vitamin C can be used leading up to your appointment, but should not be applied the day of.
What do I wear during my spray tan appointment?
We want our clients to feel as comfortable as possible! For our female clients, they are free to wear whatever they feel most comfortable in, or not wear anything at all. Disposable bottoms are provided at every appointment. For our male clients, we ask that they wear some type of underwear for their comfort and the comfort of our staff.