pre-tan prep

2-3 Days before your appointment

  • EXFOLIATE: The more you exfoliate your skin in the shower during the days leading up to your tan appointment, the more even your tan will be. This is the best way to get rid of dry, dead skin cells. Ideally, exfoliate for 2-3 days before your appointment followed by moisturizer. We recommend using our exfoliating gloves for best results.

  • Shave or Wax:  We do not recommend waxing until your tan has completely faded. pre-appointment waxing should be done at least 24 hours before your tan so the skin has time to settle. If shaving prior to the tan, try and do so the night before or at least 6 hours before your appointment so the skin has time to settle. Keep in mind if you shave the day of your appointment, you can't apply any lotion to your skin afterwards.

  • Nails: If you are planning on getting your nails done, always get them done before your spray tan! If you get your nails done the day of your appointment make sure they do not use lotion or oils on your skin. Your skin must be completely clean before the tan is applied.

  • All other beauty treatments: False lashes, facials, and all other spa related treatments need to be completed 24 hours before your tan so that any product residue will be completely gone and your skin won't be compromised or irritated in any way. 

The Day Of Your Appointment

  • Make sure you're ready for your appointment by having absolutely NO products on your body. This includes: lotion, deodorant, makeup, essential oils and perfumes.

  • It's best to take a quick shower and rinse off any products an hour before your appointment. This way you don't have to wait an extended period of time with no products on your skin. 

  • We highly recommend that you do not have wet hair for your appointment. Wet hair can drip and cause damage to your developing tan. 

  • Have dark loose fitting clothes ready for you to wear after your appointment. We recommend long loose pants, oversized shirts, sweatshirts, and long sundresses in 100% cotton if possible. The more your skin is covered, the less likely you will have any damage to your developing tan. This applies to what you should wear if you're sleeping in your tan as well.

  • Avoid pants with tight waistbands or elastic ankles. Avoid bras and tight underwear after your tan as these can cause your tan to rub off in those areas. Avoid sneakers, tight shoes, and sandals with lots of straps. We recommend wearing flip flops in the summer and soft slide on boots in winter until your tan is fully developed.