Tanning Prep
Shower at least 6 hours prior to your appointment, preferably the day before or on the morning of if your appointment is in the evening. Use water only—no shampoo, conditioner, soap, shaving, or exfoliating during this shower.
Complete any exfoliation, shaving, hair washing, and other beauty routines the day before your appointment. Only schedule hair blowouts/styling and makeup appointments after your spray tan has been rinsed off and fully developed.
If your shower is more than 8 hours before your appointment, you can apply a light layer of lotion. Otherwise, avoid moisturizing after your shower.
If you typically have dryer skin, keeping moisturized daily, other than the day of your spray tan, is recommended.
Arrive for your tan without wearing deodorant, makeup, lotion, or any other barriers on your face or body.
For optimal exfoliation the day before your appointment, use our exfoliating mitt. Alternatively, you can use a loofa or a non-oil-based exfoliating scrub.
Ensure your Organic Tan appointment is booked 1-2 days (maximum) before your tropical vacation or 1-3 days (ideally 2) before your special event (wedding/graduation).
During Your Session
What to wear during your tan:
Feel free to wear whatever makes you feel comfortable! Some clients opt for nudity, while others prefer underwear or a swimsuit during their spray tan session. For women, it's entirely your decision. Men are required to wear a thong, boxers, or shorts. Just remember, whatever you choose, tan lines will result. Consider this, especially for special events like weddings or graduations.
What to wear after your tan:
After your tan, wear dark, loose clothing. You can dress right after your spray tan session. It's strongly advised to choose dark, loose-fitting attire afterward to prevent any rubbing or disturbance to your Organic Tan from tight clothing. Refrain from touching your body, sweating, or exposure to water. Your airbrush artist will provide detailed guidance on these points and more during your session.
Post-Care
TAN RESULTS can be expected when you let your tan develop for a FULL 24 HOURS.
Avoid any skin to skin contact prior to your first rinse. Be especially mindful of your hands.
SWEATING: avoid any activity that would result in sweating until after your initial rinse.
SLEEPING: Wear loose, dark clothing to bed. The bronzer may rub off on your bedding and clothing, however, nothing will stain. Do not rest your fingertips on your face or body, and limit skin-to-skin physical contact with others (cuddling, breastfeeding) to avoid colour transfer. Socks and mittens can help prevent color transfer to hands/feet.
SHOWER at the recommended time instructed by your airbrush artist
Do NOT wait longer than you have been advised to avoid over processing. (The bronzer, not your tan, will rinse off during your first shower.) You may not see any colour after your first rinse, do not panic!
This is a RINSE ONLY, do not use any soaps until 24 HOURS after your tan. YOU WILL CONTINUE TO DARKEN AFTER YOUR FRIST RINSE, your full tan will appear at 24 HOURS.
PAT your skin dry and avoid any excessive rubbing with your towel.
You can still shave while you have a tan; however we do not recommend doing it daily.
MOISTURIZE twice a day with an alcohol-free, paraben-free lotion. Use lotions that are without synthetic fragrance and alcohol. Face cleansers and moisturizers containing AHA’s and BHA’s are not recommended. We always recommend our tan safe products.
PROLONG your tan by using our easy-to-use sunless tanning extenders, or use them on their own for a DIY glow.
Spray perfume on your clothes, rather than directly onto your skin.
Your airbrush tan does not protect you from the sun. Please use an alcohol-free sunscreen.
When your tan is beginning to fade, use an exfoliating glove to help even out your skin tone and prep for your next airbrush tan
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a spray tan safe if I am pregnant or nursing?
We have many clients who spray tan using our solution while pregnant and/or breastfeeding. While our solution is made with natural & organic ingredients, it's just one of those things where we do advise you to discuss it with your doctor.
What's the active ingredient?
DHA is approved by the food and drug administration for use in sunless tanning products. DHA (dihydroxy acetone) is derived from sugar; synthesizes with the skins proteins, including amino acids in the outermost layer of the skin. The organic spray tan works with your natural pigments; in the epidermis (top layer) of the skin to produce a safe, natural tan.
Why didn't I get as dark this treatment as I did with my last session?
Due to the ever-changing chemistry of the body, there are times of the month that the body may be less receptive to DHA. Some people can even be DHA resistant. If a client perspires excessively during development time, this may dilute the solution and thus will not allow the DHA to absorb into the skin properly. Lastly, if the skin has residual oil or moisturizer on it, this will block the DHA and prevent the skin from reacting and changing colours.
What products should I AVOID to make my tan last longer?
Bar soaps, products with Sodium Laureyl Sulfate (SLS) and mineral oil as well as petroleum based product, will all contribute to your tan fading more rapidly. Avoid long hot baths, and exposure to chlorinated water. Any skin care products with Alpha Hydroxy, Glycolic or Salicylic Acid, Retin-A and Retinol will fade your tan more quickly as well. We recommend our products & extenders to help extend the length of your tan.
How long does the tan last?
Your tan can last between 5-10 days, depending on how often you maintain your skin care such as moisturizing and how well you've prepped. Ask us about our face and body lotion extenders for purchase at your appointment. These extenders will help you extend your tan past 10 days.
When can I shower?
The depth of your tan relies entirely on the duration before you shower, which can range from 1 to 8 hours. We'll advise you on the best shower time based on your plans for the remainder of the day after your tan.
Will the colour rub off or stain my clothes or sheets?
Before your rinse. The bronzer may slightly rub off on lighter clothing and sheets. If it does, being a natural sugar-based solution it should wash out very easily. We recommend dark bed sheets and clothing