Your tan is mostly
decided before we meet.

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.

Before your first rinse

• 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 will affect development.

Your first rinse (this will be determined during your appointment)

• 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.
• Moisturize after
  Once your skin is dry, apply a light, oil-free moisturizer to lock in hydration and keep your glow even as it develops.

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.
• Lotion sunscreen, not spray
  When you need sun protection, reach for a lotion-based sunscreen. Spray sunscreens use alcohol-based propellants that can strip or streak your tan.
• 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. Watch out for socks!