Pre-Tan Steps for Success
Step 1
Exfoliate within 8 to 24 hours (this ensures all pores are closed) before your scheduled airbrush tan. Tanning solution (only affects the top. layer of your skin( the dead skin cells) and we need a smooth canvas to work with. Neglecting to exfoliate will leave you with poor results. This can include streaking, a quick faded tan and the tanning solution clinging to dry spots. (I recommend using a exfoliation mitt, or glove.
Step 2
Waxing and shaving need to be completed within 8 to 24 hours of your airbrush spray tan. This ensures that all your pores are closed. If pores are open, the tanning solution can get into your pores and may make your tan appear "spotty"-
Step 3
Plan your nail service before your airbrush spray tan. Acetone during your manicure or lotions during your pedicure can remove or weaken your tan.
Step 4
DO NOT wear any deodorant, make-up or mositurizers during your tanning appintment. Many products will act as a barrier and stop the atanning solution from going through to the skin. Some deprdorants can even turn your arm pits green.
Step 5
if possible do not shower right before you tan. If you have a morning appointment shower the
night before and if you have an evening appointment shower that morning-lf you must shower the day of make sure it is at least a few hours before your appointment and do not use harsh soaps or shampoos that contain oils and alcohol- They will leave a barrier on your skin. It is best to not use any soaps or shampoos at all ( Luke warm water)
Step 6
During your airbrush spray tan wear as much or as little you want. You can wear your bathing suit, a thong and go topless, or completely bare. Whatever you prefer. Your tanning appointment is a judgement free zone! (I do have disposable thongs and bando's available)
Post-Tan Steps For Success
Step 1
Wear loose-fitting clothing after Clothing after your tanning appointment, this ensures nothing rubs. off while your tan is going through the setting/drying process.
Step 2
Tanning solutions can stain light-colored clothing and bed sheets. but most of the time it will wash out. Just in case, make sure your clothing or under garments are dark and the same with your bed sheets if you plan on sleeping in your tan ( regular tans require 8 to 12 hours before you can shower) .
Step 3
After your airbrush spray tan appointment, DO NOT al low your skin to get wet With in 8 to 12 hours, unless you rapid tan ( 1 to 4 hours). Water will stop the tanning process. This includes doing laundry and washing the dishes! Take advantage of this and enjoy the night off :)
Step 4
During your first rinse/shower (post tan), avoid using ANY soaps or shampoos and shower with cool or luke warm water (NOT HOT) water. You may notice the water coloring , but don't panic! Obsidian tanning solutions have a cosmetic wash off bronzer that is used as a color guide for your spray tan artist. Rub your body with your hands and get all the bronzer off and the water runs clear. Always pat dry and avoid rubbing while towel drying. During the week of your spray tan do not use any harsh soaps in the shower (especially Dove, Dial, and Irish springs) it will diminish your tan . (Aveeno Active natural is a great choice)
Step 5
To prolong your tan & keep the fading process smooth: moisturize, moisturize, & moisturize. Avoid products that contain mineral oils, alcohol, fragrances , and dyes. These ingredients will diminish your tan. This includes body washes , face washes and sunscreen.