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Spray Tan Tips for Clients with Fair Skin

4/14/2014

 
We spray tan many light skin clients and most of these clients may be a little apprehensive about spray tans since they have never been able to get a natural tan.  We know that having light skin puts you at greater risk of getting skin cancer.  Instead of rolling the dice and risking burning your skin in the sun, opt for a faux glow with a spray tan.

Our fair-skinned clients are amazed at the results of a spray tan.  Most have the misconception that there is only one shade of spray tan solution, dark.  This is not the case and the majority of the time we will use our lowest percentage DHA solution which is typically 8.5%.  Our spray tan technicians are trained to lightly mist our fair-skinned clients which will produce a beautiful glow.  

Here are some tips to help fair skin clients with their first spray tan:

Exfoliating is a Must

Taking a step to prep before your spray tanning session can help ensure an even tone and absorption. Exfoliate your body everywhere that you plan to tan. This will remove the dead skin cells and make it easier for you to get a more even tone. This is especially important for fair-skinned clients who may show slight variations in color than those who are starting with a darker base.  You can use a sea salt or sugar exfoliator or an exfoliating sponge to slough off the cells before you fake bake. 

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Top Spray Tanning Tips for Your Wedding Day

4/10/2014

 
Your wedding day is approaching and of course you are stressed out!  There is nothing easy and stress free about a wedding.  You want the perfect dress, make up, flowers, food and of course you want to look flawless.  This is what makes our job so much fun to give the bride that final touch before she goes off for her dream wedding.  

Over our years spray tanning for weddings at STOP and GLOW, we have compiled a small checklist of tips to make getting a spray tan the easiest part of your wedding planning.  

1.  Always do a test spray. For many women, spray tanning is still an uncertainty and brides want to make sure the formula looks flawless on their skin before the wedding day.  By doing a test spray, you can see how the formula develops on your skin and make sure the color tone is the right one for you. If it’s too dark or too light, it’s an easy fix – but you’ll only know by testing first.  We are trained to determine the right shade for you but we get it perfect with practice!

2.  Test multiple days before a fitting. It’s a great idea to get a spray tan before a fitting to see your perfectly tanned skin against your white dress. Since fittings can be snug and stressful, it’s best to spray at least 2-3 days prior to prevent the formula rubbing onto the dress. 
Show your groom to be. Most likely your future husband will say "whatever makes you happy" but let be sure to let him know you are spray tanning for your wedding day.  You don't want to shock him a day or two before.  Show him the final product after your test, so he can see how radiant and glowing you look! Everyone has heard of a spray tan gone bad, so let your man see how far the technology has come and how gorgeous you look and feel. He’ll fall in love all over again.  Take it from us, your man will love how it looks.  Most guys like tan women.
4.  Get your bridesmaids involved. Tell your bridesmaids, mother, sister, future mother-in-law or any other wedding guest about getting a group together for a spray tan party.  It's a great time to get the girls together for a relaxing night of pampering.  We do countless wedding parties so it's a great excuse to introduce the newbies to this service and it will make you more comfortable in your own skin.  Read our tips on how to host a spray tan party

5.  Wear your tan out. Test out your tan.  Pay attention to how the color looks on your skin and how quickly and evenly it fades.  Even though we don't typically recommend it the day after your tan, wait a day or two and go the gym and sweat.  See how much comes off and how it looks after a little wear and tear.  If you like the color on a particular day, let your spray tan technician know so they can adjust as needed for your wedding day.

6.  Spray a few days before the wedding. You did your test spray tan, got another for your bachelorette party and now it’s time for the big day! Book in advance and plan to do your spray tan 2 to 3 days before the wedding. The color is the deepest during these initial days and hasn’t had significant exposure to sweat or competing beauty products. Alcohol- and fragrance-based products speed up the fading process, as well as chlorine so no swimming allowed!  Here is our advice on how far in advance to schedule a spray tan before an event.



7.  Most important of all.  Enjoy the big day!  You will look beautiful and everything will come together so don't sweat the small stuff.  Just picture yourself with a glowing spray tan and your beautiful white dress.
Those are the basics, but be sure to ask us if any specific questions arise.   We have knowledgeable staff with years of experience and we look forward to spraying you before your big day!

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White Spots After a Spray Tan?  No Problem We Have a Fix for that!

4/9/2014

 
The preparation that goes into preparing for a spray tan can be just as important as the technician spraying you and the solution used.   Skin that isn't properly washed or exfoliated prior to a tanning appointment can lead to unwanted spots, spots that become more noticeable as the skin darkens over the following 24 to 48 hours. Instead of scrubbing your skin relentlessly or asking to get sprayed over, fix the white spots at home to even out your skin's color.

Step 1: If you have noticed white spots on your skin 24-48 hours after your spray tan these are simply spots where the tan did not adhere to your skin.  Your first step will be to take a shower and gently rinse, then pat dry using a towel.

Step 2: Rub an exfoliating cleanser into the white spot. Pay attention when applying the cleanser to only rub it into the white spot and not the surrounding tan skin. Exfoliating helps to remove the dead skin cells, dirt and oils that originally caused the white spots.

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Spray Tan Glossary | Spray Tan Terms for the First Time Client

4/3/2014

 
Active Ingredient

The ingredient found in sunless solutions that produces the appearance of tanned skin, e.g. Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) and Erythrulose.

Airbrush Tanning

A cosmetic, temporary tan that is personally applied by a skilled technician. The technician uses a specially designed applicator and a liquid tanning formula that is sprayed on the skin. Also called Airbrush Body Bronzing, Airbrush spray tan, Body Bronzing.

Amino Acids

Found on the outer most layer of the skin (epidermis), these are cells that shed about once every 2 weeks. Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) adheres to Amino Acids to produce the appearance of tanned skin.

Application Technique

The act of applying sunless tanning solution on a person's body in specific choreographed strokes.

Applicator

The instrument used by a technician to apply sunless solution. Can also be called a gun applicator, mist applicator, pen gun, airbrush gun, misting tip and misting gun.

Barrier Cream

The term originated as a treatment for medical issues. The tanning industry refers to barrier cream as a lotion used on certain areas of the body (ankles, feet, finger nails, toe nails, knees and elbows) that is drier than other areas and has a tendency to absorb excess sunless solution.

Bronzers

Temporary coloring often used in tanning solutions. Used to assist the techinican when applying solution and gives an immediate pop of color while the active ingredient develops into a longer lasting tan. ?These produce a short-term effect, similar to certain types of makeup, and washes off immediately when exposed to moisture. Also referred to as cosmetic bronzers or temporary cosmetic bronzers.

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