PREP + CARE

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SPA TREATMENTS

Complete manicures, pedicures, lashes, brows, facials and massages 24-48 hours before your appointment. Complete Botox and fillers at least 3 days before your appointment.

HAIR REMOVAL

Remove unwanted body hair (shaving, waxing) 24-48 hours before your appointment, for pores to close on time. Complete laser hair removal 1 week before your appointment.

SHOWER & EXFOLIATE

Shower and EXFOLIATE 12-24 hours before your appointment using an exfoliating mitt or dry brush. Focus on the neck, collar bones, chest, under/side arms, inner elbows, wrists,  knees, back of the knees, and ankles. Ensure no product residue remains on the skin. Avoid showering the same day as your spray tan.

HYDRATED, BARE SKIN

Drinks lots of water to hydrate your skin. Arrive to your appointment with clean, bare skin (no lotions, serums, oils, makeup, deodorant or perfume). 

REMOVE JEWELRY

Remove all jewelry, along with your watch, glasses or contact lenses.

WHAT TO WEAR DURING APPOINTMENT

Dress down to your comfort level, and to whether or not you want a tan line (underwear/bikini bottom and top, topless or nude). Men must wear bottoms.

WHILE THE TAN IS DEVELOPING

WHAT TO WEAR AFTER APPOINTMENT

Bring loose, dark cotton long sleeve/pants, and slides to wear after your appointment. No leggings, jeans, tight tops or bras. Bring an umbrella if it is raining.

AVOID MOISTURE

Avoid getting your skin wet or sweating (i.e. working out, spending time outdoors) before your initial rinse, as it may cause streaks or blotchiness.

AVOID TOUCHING

Avoid skin-to-skin contact with yourself or with others to prevent streaking, blotching or bronzer colour transfer. You may use baby powder in high-friction areas.

THE INTIAL RINSE

RINSE

Rinse with lukewarm water and NO SOAP! Rinse the bronzer off your entire body until you see the water running clear. Air or pat dry; do not rub the skin.

MOISTURIZE

Moisturize twice a day with spray tan safe (oil-free) lotion to prolong your tan and keep your skin looking smoother. This also allows the tan to fade evenly. I recommend Hempz, Cetaphil, Cerave, Aveeno or Native lotions.

TO MAXIMIZE LONGEVITY OF TAN

LIMIT TIME IN WATER

Limit time in ocean, pools and hot tubs. Air or pat dry. Use oil-free, waterproof sport sunscreen (no aerosols) 15 minutes before getting into water. Opt for quick, lukewarm showers. I recommend Sunbum, Bask or Coola lotion sunscreens.

USE SPRAY TAN SAFE PRODUCTS

Avoid creamy body wash (i.e. Dove, Olay) or other products containing mineral oil, fragrances or harsh chemicals that can strip the tan. I recommend Raw Sugar bodywash.

HYDRATE

Drink lots of water! Hydrated skin looks more plump and healthy, less oily, and it is less itchy and irritated. Makeup will also adhere a lot better.

USE A NEW RAZOR

If shaving is required, use conditioner, coconut oil or clear shower gel. Shave lightly with a new razor, instead of a dull one, to help protect the tan.

USE A TAN EXTENDING LOTION

Face, hands and feet fade sooner. Use a facial tanning mist or tan extending lotion to extend your tan by 3-5 more days.

SPA/BODY TREATMENTS

Review the advised waiting period before or after getting treatment(s) done with your spray tan artist.

TO REMOVE A FADING TAN

HOT SHOWERS & EXFOLIATE

Take long, hot showers or baths to moisten the skin. Exfoliate the dead skin and fading tan using an exfoliating mitt or dry brush.

USE A TAN REMOVER

Apply tan removing lotion on stubborn areas of your skin, and gently rub to remove the tan.

MOISTURIZE

Continue to moisturize your skin daily to ensure the remaining tan fades evenly, and keep skin smooth. I recommend Hempz, Cetaphil, Cerave, Aveeno or Native lotions.