Shave & Exfoliate

• Shave and exfoliate the day before or at least 4 hours before your tan. Use exfoliating gloves and soap (avoid oily scrubs).

Shower

• Do not shower right before your appointment; wait at least 4 hours. Use body wash or scrub after rinsing any conditioner out of your hair as it can leave a film that blocks the tanning solution.

Avoid Products

• Do not use creams, lotions, makeup, or deodorant before your tan.

Treatments & Workouts

• Schedule any hair, nail, waxing, or spa treatments, and workouts before your tanning appointment.

Clothing

• Put thought into what you wear to tan. Do you want tan lines?

• Wear dark, loose-fitting clothes and flip flops. Tight clothes can rub or smear the bronzer.

• If tanning topless, avoid wearing a bra for at least 8 hours after your tan to prevent lines. If you wear a bathing suit or bra during the tan, it’s fine to wear it after.

• Some form of underwear, swim bottoms, or a thong is required. Disposable underwear is available if you forget.

Hair

• Put your hair in a high ponytail or bun to avoid contact with your skin.

Wait 10-12 Hours

• Stay dry and avoid sweating (no exercise, cleaning, or showering). Your tan develops during this time.

• You can shower after 12 hours, but the longer you wait (up to 18-20 hours), the darker your tan will get.

Clothing

• If you tanned without a bra, avoid wearing one for 8 hours. If you wore a bathing suit top or bra, you can wear it right away.

• On your way home, keep your seatbelt loose to avoid smearing your tan.

Showering

• Take short, warm showers with mild soap (sulfate-free is best). Avoid Dove soap.

• Expect some brown water in your first shower—that’s the bronzer, not your tan fading.

Avoid Exfoliation

• No scrubs, toners, benzoyl peroxide or astringents (especially on the face).

• Shave lightly to prevent fading.

Moisturize

• Pat skin dry and moisturize daily with a mild lotion (Shea/Cocoa Butter, or Coconut Oil works best). This helps extend your tan.

Sleep

• Wear long sleeves and pants to protect your tan while sleeping. Sleeping on your back is ideal.

Fragrance & Chemicals

• Apply perfume to clothes, not directly on your skin.

• Avoid ocean and chlorinated pool water, they can fade your tan.

• Bug spray should be applied to clothes or sprayed in the air before walking through it.

Sunscreen

• Always wear sunscreen (waterproof, non-aerosol is best) to protect your tan and skin.

Tan Longevity

• Your tan will last 5-7 days with proper care.