All spray tans are by appointment only. Please call the salon at 773-941-5486 or book online

01 - How do I prepare for my spray tan?

• Exfoliate for several days leading up to your appointment with an oil free scrub. Exfoliating helps the skin become an even canvas and will help your tan last longer. No exfoliating on day of appointment.

• Hydration from the inside (drinking lots of water) and moisturizer on the outside (oil free) leading up to your appointment are the best conditions for your skin to be in. However, no moisturizing after your prep shower is complete.

• Shower the night before your spray tanning appointment. No later than 10 hours prior to your appointment. Showers can leave a soap residue on your skin, while shaving and hot water temps enlarge your pores and leave unwanted moisture in the skin, which all can lead to tan development issues. NO Dove products!

• Arrive with clean skin free of lotions, oils, deodorant, and perfume. If you spray your hair with any products post shower, understand that can land on your skin and have a negative effect on results. Be sure this doesn't happen!

• Waxing done atleast 48 hours prior to your appointment. 

• Shaving done atleast 24 hours prior to appointment.

• Manicures, Pedicures, Lashes, Massages, Threading and all other beauty services should be done no later than 24 hours prior to your appointment. Spray tans are always your last stop on the beauty train.

02 - What do I wear?

• Loose clothing, long sleeves, long pants, and flip flops are beyond ideal!

03 - What do I do post session?

• Once your spray tan session is complete, you will want to refrain from getting wet, sweating, and avoid skin to skin contact until your first rinse. 

• Do not touch your body with the palms of your hands while bronzer layer is still on. 

• Rinse time is based on desired color/product. If you choose to sleep in your tan prior to showering, make sure you sleep in long loose fitted clothing to avoid skin to skin contact.

• Sleep with the air or fan on to avoid sweating.

04 - When can I shower?

• This depends on which solution you choose.

• If you choose Original Custom Airbrush, you may shower anytime after 8 - 10 hours post tan.

• If you choose Rapid Tan, the solution is rinse time sensitive. Color level will be determined by your rinse time. 

  • • 2 hours rinse = Light

    • 3 hours rinse = Medium

    • 4 hours rinse = Dark

• If youRinse at desired time. First shower is rinse only. Soaps, Shampoos and Conditioners can effect results. Cold or lukewarm water is best.

• Use the palm of your hand to thoroughly glide off all bronzer from body, refrain from using a loofah as they tend to be too abrasive for a new airbrush tan.

• Pat dry, do not rub.

• Soap shower may be taken 8-10 hours post sunless solution. 

• Moisturize 2 times a day after first soap shower.

05 - How do I maintain my spray tan?

• Moisturize 2 x's a day after first soap shower. A water based + fragrance free moisturizer is recommended. Coconut oil is also a great choice.

• Stay hydrated.

• Avoid shaving as much as possible. When absolutely necessary, please shave using razor without moisture strip.

• Pools and salt water always decrease the life of a spray tan.

• Avoid products with exfoliants, synthetic fragrance, mineral oils, essential oils, Dove, and Olay.

• Avoid spraying perfume directly onto the skin.

• Use SPF. Some spray tan friendly sunscreens are Sun Bum and Coola Brand!

06 - How long will my spray tan last?

• Your spray tan will typically last 1 week with proper care.