Wax + Shave:

Waxing should be completed at least 48 hours before your appointment and shaving should be done with a razor that lacks a moisture strip.

Exfoliate:

Stay away from a body scrub/loofah combo as most are oil-based and will leave a residue. Instead, use an exfoliating mitt.

Spa Treatments:

Tanning should always be the last beauty treatment completed due to the barriers that spa treatment products can create. Complete all facials, and massages the day prior.

No Barriers:

Forgo any lotions, oils, deodorant, perfumes, or makeup on the day of your appointment. All these can create a barrier on the skin that the tan will not adhere to.

Clothing:

Wear Dark, loose-fitting clothing with open-toed sandals. Please note the bronzer in solution may transfer to your items, but is water soluble and should wash out.

Mani + Pedi:

Complete manicures + pedicures the day prior. If completed day-of tan, please forgo any oils/lotions that your nail technical might apply on you. If completed days after your tan, your tan may become uneven due to soaking, acetone, oils, lotions, etc.

Showering:

Any bar soaps/aroma-based body washes (Dove specifically) are known to leave a residue on the skin and can create a barrier that the tan cannot penetrate through. Any gel-based body wash is best. Showering should be completed at least four hours before tanning to allow your PH levels to neutralize. If you must shower within four hours, run cold water at the end of your shower.

Before Rinsing:

Wait to get wet or sweat until your initial rinse. This means no showering, working out, lotions, or liquid foundations on the skin until you take your initial rinse. If you have pets, do not let them lick you. Overnight colors wait 8 hours before showering, and rapid shades between 3-6 hours.

No Touching:

If you touch yourself while your tan is developing, this could result in stained palms.

Initial Rinse:

If you do not rinse at your designated time, your tan may develop too light or too dark. Do not use soap, just water; the temperature should be lukewarm. If you see streaks after getting out of the shower, hop back in and use your hands to guide the leftover bronzer off. Rinse until the water going down the drain is clear and pat dry with a towel. Your tan will continue to develop deeper and darker for 24 hours.

Stay Hydrated:

The more hydrated your skin is, the longer your tan will last. Your moisturizer should be free of mineral oil and artificial fragrance. You may use a tan extending lotion that contains DHA after day three. In addition, be sure to drink lots of water.

Future Showers:

Avoid using any loofahs or wash rags during your showers. It is best to rinse with hands only in areas where needed (pits + privates) to ensure a long-lasting tan. A gel-based body wash is best.

Activity Check:

Avoid swimming in the pool/ocean for long periods, hot showers/baths, saunas, and excessive sweating. You can, of course, do these activities, but please note your tan may not last as long with them.