Preparation 

Shaving and waxing needs to be done at least 24 hours before to allow pores to close.

Exfoliate well with a grainy salt scrub or similar exfoliant before your spray tan session. This removes loose, dead, dry skin cells and will ensure an even application and extend your tanning results. Spend extra time paying particular attention to dry areas such as knees, elbows and feet.

Remove your makeup, deodorant, moisturisers etc prior to your tanning session. The skin has to be completely natural. These products can sometimes act as a barrier or react to the tan. Ensure that you have a final rinse in clean running water to remove every trace just before your spray tan.

Remove all jewellery if possible.

Clients may choose to wear a bikini or bra/knickers for full body tans. Disposable knickers are available for those who require them - or of course you can be spray tanned naked.

Aftercare

Wear loose fitting dark clothes following your tanning session. The solution washes out of most clothing, but can discolour lighter clothing.

Allow your tan to develop for between 6-8 hours. Do not shower or bathe during this time. Limit your physical activity for 5-6 hours. Perspiration may adversely affect the results of your tan.

When you bathe/shower 6-8 hours later use your normal soap or shower gel. You will see some discolouration in the water. This is normal and just the tanning agent being washed away. You will then be left with your beautiful sunless tan.

Keep your skin moisturised. Use a tan extender daily as this will pro-long your tan.

Your new tan contains no sunscreen but can be used in conjunction with normal sunbathing provided sun protection is used at all times. Although you look like you have a tan remember this tan is fake and that you can burn! Always apply a sunscreen.

Remember that the preparation before a spray tan is very important and will ensure a all over even natural tan and will also extend the time your tan lasts!

Airbrush tanning can not be offered to clients during the first trimester of pregnancy as hormone changes can affect the colour. After the first 13 weeks spray tanning can continue as normal.