Preparation, the key to the perfect Spray Tan
If possible, exfoliate before your treatment to remove dry, flaky skin that causes uneven tanning. Dead skin cells absorb more color in some areas and prevent the application of color to the fresh skin beneath. For extremely dry skin we suggest using Sea Coral Salt Scrub a minimum of 24 hours before your session.This allows time for the oil in the scrub to be fully absorbed. The oil in the scrub blocks DHA penetration.
DHA is the active ingredient, which your body already has and is the ingrediant that tells your skin to tan, is what will produce your sunless tan. Before spray tanning, your skin should be clean. However, avoid antibacterial soaps that stop the DHA bronzing reaction. The day you tan, try an exfoliating body wash like Norvel's Tune-Up shower gel/exfoliant that can be used anytime before you tan.
Do not apply lotions or perfumes prior to spray tanning. Use deodorant very sparingly. You should shave the day before you tan. Remove make-up and jewelry before the tanning process to avoid blocking the spray mist.
Wear loose fitting clothing. Tight clothes can rub off the DHA bronzer and smear the cosmetic bronzer. Ask your salon professional about clothing options. We will apply a pre-spray over your entire body to balance your skin's pH level to help generate a browner, more natural color eliminating the orange look.
Maintenance
Immediately after your spray tanning session avoid activities that may cause you to sweat excessively to avoid streaking of the cosmetic bronzer. Use the air conditioning in your car on a hot day. Remember, you have just been painted with a water soluble solution.
Important:
You must avoid water entirely for at least four hours or you will stop the tanning action of the DHA! Wait at least eight hours (or more) before showering or bathing with any kind of soap or shower gel. We recommend a gentle shower gel like our Cool Mint Sorbet or Ocean Breeze.
If you absolutely must shower before the eight hour period, wait at least four hours, then use plain water only to allow your tan to continue to develop. We spray both Clear and Cosmetic Bronzer (instant gratification). The instant color from the cosmetic bronzer will wash off in your shower just as it is designed to do, your color comes from the clear solution. Chlorine is a bleach so avoid swimming in chlorine treated water for at least 24 hours after your session. Maintain your tans freshness by washing daily with one of Norvel's shower gels. Ask your Certified Tanning Consultant about the complete line of tan maintenance and skin care products.
