How should I prepare for my spray tan 1–2 days before?

Gently exfoliate your entire body focusing on dry areas. Shave or wax at least 24 hours before to allow pores to close. Hydrate with a light, oil-free lotion.

What should I do the day of my spray tan?

Take a quick shower 3–4 hours before your appointment with a gentle, non-moisturizing soap. Come with clean, dry skin. No lotion, makeup, deodorant, perfume, or oils. Wear dark, loose-fitting clothes and remove jewelry.

What should I do in the first 1–5 hours after my spray tan?

Do not shower, sweat, swim, or get wet. Avoid touching or rubbing your skin. Wear loose, dark clothing. Stay cool — excessive heat or sweating can affect development.

How should I take my first shower after a spray tan?

Rinse with warm (not hot) water only — no soap, scrubs, or shampoo. Gently use your hands to remove excess bronzer. The water may look brown at first — keep rinsing until it runs clear. Pat dry with a towel, do not rub.

How do I make my spray tan last longer?

Moisturize twice daily with a gentle, oil-free lotion. Wait 24 hours before using soaps, lotions, or deodorants. Skip oil-based products, bar soaps, and exfoliants. Hydrate — drink plenty of water.

What should I avoid after a spray tan?

Chlorinated pools and hot tubs (they strip the tan fast). Long, hot showers and baths. Aggressive scrubbing, shaving, or waxing. Tight clothing — especially in the first 24 hours, friction creates patches.

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Spray tanning is a cosmetic process that uses a fine mist of sunless tanning solution to create the appearance of a natural tan. The results can be stunning — but the outcome depends heavily on how well you prepare before and care for your skin after.

Quick answer

Prep: exfoliate 24–48 hours before, shave or wax 24 hours before, and arrive clean and dry with no lotion, makeup, or deodorant on the day of. Aftercare: stay dry for 1–5 hours, then rinse in warm water until the water runs clear. Wait 24 hours before applying soaps or lotions. Moisturize twice daily and avoid chlorine, oils, and tight clothing to make the tan last 7–10 days.

Before your spray tan session, it’s important to understand that proper preparation is key to getting the most out of your tan.

Follow these, and expect —

✔Even color development
✔Maximum longevity (typically 5–10 days)
✔A smooth, streak-free finish
✔Better absorption and fading without blotchiness

Skipping or altering these steps can lead to patchiness, uneven fading, or a shorter-lasting tan.

Pre-tan

Before your appointment

1–2 days before your appointment

Exfoliate
Gently exfoliate your entire body, focusing on dry areas (elbows, knees, ankles). Avoid oil-based scrubs.
Hair removal
Shave or wax at least 24 hours before your session to allow pores time to close.
Moisturize
Hydrate your skin with a light, oil-free lotion (avoid on the day of your tan).

Day of your spray tan

Shower
Take a quick shower at least 3–4 hours before your appointment, using a gentle, non-moisturizing soap.
No products
Come with clean, dry skin. Do not apply lotion, makeup, deodorant, perfume, or oils.
Loose clothing
Dark, loose-fitting clothes and sandals are best to avoid rubbing the tan while it sets.
Remove jewelry
Take off necklaces, rings, and bracelets before your appointment.

Post-tan

After your appointment

First 1–5 hours (as determined during your appointment)

Don't get wet
Do not shower, sweat, swim, or get wet.
Hands off
Avoid touching or rubbing your skin.
Loose, dark clothing
Wear loose, dark clothing to avoid smudging or transferring the tan.
Stay cool
Excessive heat or sweating can affect development.

Your first shower (1–5 hours after application)

Warm water only
Rinse with warm (not hot) water only — no soap, scrubs, or shampoo.
Rinse until water runs clear
Gently use your hands to remove excess bronzer. The water may look brown at first — keep rinsing until it runs clear.
Pat, don't rub
Pat skin dry with a towel. Do not rub.

Post-shower & daily care

Wait 24 hours
Before using soaps, lotions, or deodorants.
Moisturize twice daily
Apply a gentle, oil-free moisturizer twice a day to keep skin hydrated.
Skip the oils
Avoid oil-based products, bar soaps, and exfoliants — they fade your tan faster.
Hydrate
Drink plenty of water. Hydrated skin holds your tan longer.

Things to avoid

Chlorinated pools & hot tubs
They strip the tan fast.
Long, hot showers & baths
Short and warm is better than long and hot.
Aggressive scrubbing, shaving, or waxing
Exfoliation of any kind speeds fade.
Tight clothing
Especially in the first 24 hours — friction creates patches.

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