Frequently asked questions
The most common questions we get from our clients
No, absolutely not! Our spray tan solutions not only provide amazing color and double as a skin treatment. We use many Anti-Aging ingredients and Antioxidants in all of our formulations. We use Paraben and Gluten FREE, Fragrance FREE, Cruelty FREE, hypo-allergenic solutions. Only the highest quality ingredients in our solutions.
To ensure you get the best tan possible, remember these steps:
- Take a shower as normal and be careful to rinse off ALL of the shampoo and soap: also, do NOT apply any deodorant, moisturizer, lotion, cream or makeup before your spray tan.
- EXFOLIATE with an oil-free product! This is the single most important aspect of your before-appointment regimen. By exfoliating, you are turning your skin into a clean slate for your spray tan consultant. Properly exfoliating with an oil-free product can increase the life of your tan by up to three days!
- What to wear to your appointment: We suggest you wear dark loose clothing so that your clothing does not rub against the spray tan while it is setting.
Wear something loose afterwards and preferably dark color. Tight clothes will ruin the spray tan! Some acceptable clothes are:
• Sundress
• Loose sweat pants
• Loose t shirt or tank top
• Loose shorts
• Flip flops
Unacceptable clothes are:
• Yoga Pants
• Jeans
• Tight spandex tops or bottoms
• Clothes with elastic waist bands
• Socks
• Sneakers
• Closed shoes or boots
To ensure you get the best tan possible, remember these steps:
- Do not get wet, sweat or work out during the hours that your tan is setting to ensure that the tan is given enough time to properly develop. 8-12 hours for our Traditional Tans and 1-4 hours for our Rapid tans.
- For your first shower: RINSE ONLY! Soaps and shampoos can lessen the quality of your spray tan.
- MOISTURIZE! A spray tan's worst enemy is dry skin: a spray tan's best friend if a fantastic moisturizer with DHA infused into the formula. By using moisturizers on a daily basis, your skin will stay soft, supple, and most importantly tanned for days longer!
The entire process takes about 30 minutes, from start to finish.
The typical spray tan will last 7-10 days with proper care and upkeep. It is important to follow the steps listed on our Tan Care page to get the best quality tan possible.
The key to a perfect, long-lasting, and glowing spray tan also includes using the right products before, during and after your spray tan.
We carry Tan Extender, Spray tan safe Soap, Moisturizer infused with DHA and Exfoliant all of which help extend the life of your tan.
We are located on the west side of Pittsburgh in Oakdale, PA. I service Pittsburgh, Oakdale, Imperial, Robinson, McDonald, Imperial, Moon, North Fayette, South Fayette, Bridgeville and surrounding areas. I will travel up to 30 miles from Oakdale, PA. We will consider traveling further at an additional cost. Please contact us if you would like to know if we would travel to you!
YES!
The key to a perfect, long-lasting, and glowing spray tan also includes using the right products before, during and after your spray tan.
We carry Tan Extender, Spray tan safe Soap, Moisturizer infused with DHA and Exfoliant all of which help extend the life of your tan.
Using these spray tan safe products as well as proper pre-post spray tan care can prolong your tan for 3-5 more days!
Please contact us if you would like services outside of my normal business hours. There are many times we can accommodate special requests.
There is a 30% charge for cancellations within 24 hours of the appointment. A Credit Card is required for all new clients to make an appointment.
Any manicures and/or pedicures should be done at least 24 hours before your spray tan application.
We want you to be 100% satisfied with your spray tan. If for some reason you are not, please let us know within 48 hours.
99% of unsatisfactory issues are due to improper pre/post tan care. Please read our Tan Care page to ensure best results.
We cannot always guarantee our tans without a photo of the issue within 48 hours.
Spray tans are not guaranteed when products that are not "spray tan safe" are used. Please see our Tan care page for tan safe products to prolong your tan.
No, in fact, having a spray tan on your face helps to even out skin tone and give you a glow!
Your makeup artist will have the know how to match your foundation to your spray tan.
You may want to book your spray tan a day or two before your trial makeup.
The active ingredient is DHA (dihydroxyacetone) and is approved by the FDA for external use. It is the active ingredient in all self-tanners.
Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is derived from sugar beets or cane sugar and is a key active ingredient for natural self-tanners. The skin-browning effect is the result of a nontoxic chemical reaction between DHA and the amino acids which are part of the keratinous layer of the skin’s surface, much like the browning effect in food caramelization. The resulting color is called melanoidins, similar in color to the melanins our bodies produce naturally when exposed to UV rays.
DHA creates a more naturally-looking tan, and fades more evenly, than chemical tanners and is now considered the most effective sunless tanning ingredient. It is also considered the safest form of tanning over chemically-derived self-tanners and sun exposure. The tan will fade gradually over the course of 3-10 days. (Wiki)
Origin: Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is obtained by the fermentation of certain sugars, like sugar cane and beet sugars.
You will see instant color due to the cosmetic bronzer however the actual tan takes 9-12 hours to fully develop. With the regular tan option you cannot sweat or get wet until that time or you risk washing off the spray tan! With the rapid tan option they will rinse in 1-4 hours (determined by the spray tan professional) but full color still takes 9-12 hours to fully develop and color for both will continue to darken over the next 24 hours.
No, do NOT use any commercial bar soaps prior to the session and afterwards. Especially Dove soap, This is the worst thing to use and will cause the tan to fade and become patchy. Most times when a client has an issue it is the result of using Dove soap.
Also refrain from any exfoliating soaps or body washes. Use a gentle body gel made for spray tanning or free of SLS and alcohols.
Tan Care
To ensure you get the best tan possible, remember these steps:
- Take a shower as normal and be careful to rinse off ALL of the shampoo and soap: also, do NOT apply any deodorant, moisturizer, lotion, cream or makeup before your spray tan.
- EXFOLIATE with an oil-free product! This is the single most important aspect of your before-appointment regimen. By exfoliating, you are turning your skin into a clean slate for your spray tan consultant. Properly exfoliating with an oil-free product can increase the life of your tan by up to three days!
- What to wear to your appointment: We suggest you wear dark loose clothing so that your clothing does not rub against the spray tan while it is setting.
You should wear an old, dark swimsuit, or undergarments, during your session. Some clients purchase an inexpensive swimsuit dedicated to their tanning sessions. Wear dark, loose clothing, and sandals to wear after your session. Tight or restrictive clothing will damage your developing tan. A jogging suit or long cotton sun-dress, and flip-flops are ideal.
To ensure you get the best tan possible, remember these steps:
- Do not get wet, sweat or work out during the hours that your tan is setting to ensure that the tan is given enough time to properly develop. 8-12 hours for our Traditional Tans and 1-4 hours for our Rapid tans.
- For your first shower: RINSE ONLY! Soaps and shampoos can lessen the quality of your spray tan.
- MOISTURIZE! A spray tan's worst enemy is dry skin: a spray tan's best friend if a fantastic moisturizer with DHA infused into the formula. By using moisturizers on a daily basis, your skin will stay soft, supple, and most importantly tanned for days longer!
