Things you should know

Prior to and on the day of your tan – In the morning of your tanning appointment (or the night before) you should exfoliate your entire body.

Shaving or waxing - It is best to shave or wax at least 12 hours before your tanning appointment. Waxing during the life of your tan will remove it!

Cremes and lotions – DO NOT apply moisturisers or use any roll-on deodorants until after your post-tanning shower (see below), lotions can act as a barrier and prevent the Tanning Lotions from contacting with the skin. The same applies to your face and the wearing of make-up.

What to wear – Wear dark, loose fitting clothing, along with sandals to your tanning appointment. The Tanning Lotion washes out of most clothing very easily, but tends to stain light nylon materials.

Following the application – Immediately following your tanning application, for at least 5 hours, you should:

•    Not wash your hands or wear tight clothing
•    Not exercise.
•    Not swim or immerse yourself in water
•    Not apply moisturiser
•    Not wear shoes or socks after your tanning session if your feet sweat.

Post-Tan Shower – Wait at least 8 hours after your tanning application before showering or bathing. You need to allow enough time for the reaction to take place – the longer the better. Do not be alarmed if you see colour washing off the first time you shower as this is just the surface colour application. Your skin will continue to tan as the self-tan reaction works on your skin.

Maintenance of your Tan - Apply moisturiser, morning and evening, after your post-tan shower. A well hydrated skin is essential in maintaining a longer life to your tan.

Note: Lotions containing Alpha Hydroxyl Acids are used to increase exfoliation; therefore their use will accelerate the fading process of your tan.

Side effects - There are no known harmful side effects reported from the use of the Air Brush Tanning, and it is a safe alternative to the harmful effects of tanning in the sun or on a sun bed. In fact all the active ingredients have been FDA (Food and Drug Administration, USA) approved. A very small percentage of people are allergic to DHA and may break out in red spots. If you have reacted badly to sunless tanning lotions before, please advise us prior to your tanning session, and advise us upon your return. We always recommend that you have a trial run 4-6 weeks before any important occasion, in the rare case of allergies or unexpected results.