SPRAY TAN PREP + AFTERCARE GUIDE
Proper preparation helps your spray tan develop evenly, last longer and fade more naturally. Follow these simple steps before and after your appointment for the best possible results.
BEFORE YOUR SPRAY TAN
7 DAYS BEFORE
Pause retinol, retinoids, AHAs, BHAs and exfoliating acids. Let us know if you use prescription retinoids or take acne medication, as these may affect how your spray tan develops and fades. Do not stop prescribed medication without consulting your healthcare provider.
48 HOURS BEFORE
If you wax, schedule it at least 48 hours before your spray tan to give your skin time to settle.
24 HOURS BEFORE
Exfoliate: Your most important prep step. Use an exfoliating mitt (not a loofah) to remove dry skin and any remaining self-tan.
Shave: Use an oil-free shaving product and rinse thoroughly.
Nails: Complete all manicures and pedicures before your spray tan.
THE NIGHT BEFORE
Take your final shower the night before your appointment. If needed, shower no later than six hours before your spray tan. Use lukewarm water and avoid oil-based soaps or body products.
DAY OF YOUR TAN
Arrive with clean, completely dry skin. Skip lotions, oils, deodorant, perfume, makeup, sunscreen and skincare products.
DRESS LOOSELY
Wear loose, dark clothing that covers your arms and legs. Avoid dresses, shorts, tight waistbands, straps and socks while your tan develops. Keeping all limbs covered helps prevent skin-to-skin contact, smudging and uneven development.
STAY DRY
Avoid showering, swimming, rain or any contact with water.
KEEP COOL
Avoid exercise, sweating and activities that generate heat. Keep air condition on during hot summer months
FOLLOW YOUR RINSE TIME
Your artist will give you a specific time for your first rinse. This timing must be followed exactly, as rinsing too early or too late can affect how your spray tan develops.
YOUR FIRST RINSE
Use lukewarm water only. No soap, body wash or scrubs. Rinse thoroughly and gently pat your skin dry.
WHILE YOUR TAN DEVELOPS
SPRAY TAN AFTERCARE
ALLOW YOUR COLOUR TO DEVELOP
Your spray tan will continue developing after your first rinse, with the final colour appearing
within 12–24 hours.
HYDRATE INSIDE + OUT
Drink plenty of water and apply a tan-friendly moisturizer daily to support hydrated skin
and a smoother, more even fade.
USE TAN-FRIENDLY BODY CARE
Avoid Dove soap, bar soaps and heavily moisturizing or oil-based cleansers, which can leave residue on the skin and contribute
to uneven fading.
KEEP SHOWERS GENTLE
Choose short, lukewarm showers, avoid
scrubbing and always pat your skin dry.
AVOID TAN FADERS
Exfoliation, shaving, retinol, acids, hot baths, saunas, chlorine and prolonged sweating can cause your spray tan to fade faster.
A spray tan tends to last anywhere 7 to 10 days, depending on your aftercare and frequency of exfoliating. It's possible for your spray tan to last up to 12 days if you take extra good care of your skin. Spray tans only affect the top layer of skin, and since the body constantly sheds dead skin cells to regenerate new ones it fades accordingly. Drink water and moisturize at least 2x a day to ensure an even fade.
Ideally, we recommend you book your spray tan treatment 48 hours prior to any event as it takes a spray tan 24 hours to fully develop.
The short answer is NO. There are two concerns with spraying over sunburned skin. first, the red burned skin will change the overall look of the spray tan. The second is peeling of the skin or bubbling. The spray tan will be coming off in pieces along with the peeling skin.
Your spray tan application will usually take 15–20 minutes, but we can’t get enough of you. So we allocate a full 30 minutes for your post tan tan care session.
Your tan should be as unique as your skin. That’s why every Bronzefx Sunless tan is custom-blended by a certified technician—not a machine. We tailor each shade to your natural undertones and desired depth, ensuring a flawless, natural-looking glow every time. Whether you're prepping for a wedding, vacation, or just because, your artist will guide you to the perfect tone.
Absolutely. We proudly welcome all humans, every body and every identity. For the comfort of our artists, male guests must wear boxers, briefs or a tanning sock throughout their session.
Because research on inhaled spray-tan mist during pregnancy and breastfeeding is limited, please consult your healthcare provider before booking. Breastfeeding guests must wear nipple covers, and solution will not be applied to areas that may contact the baby’s skin or mouth.
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2084 Pine St, Burlington, ON L7R 1G2
Located Lower Level @ Hair Love
DOWNTOWN BURLINGTON
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