Sunless Tanning FAQ
How long does the tan last?
This is a tricky one to answer. Let’s look at the variables first.
The solution plays a role depending on the quality and strength of the
solution. The application method also plays a part in how long it last,
too little or too much can hurt your results. Remember too much of a good
thing is not always good. The age of the skin definitely plays a role;
younger skin exfoliates at a slower rate. Is the person hydrated internally,
do they drink enough water throughout the day consistently. Did they exfoliate
properly before the applying? Do they moisturize properly with quality
products? A good standard answer is it lasts 6-8 days on healthy well-maintained
skin. Explain some of the variables to the customer. I believe that its
better to under estimate the life of the tan and when it does last 10-12
days instead of 6-8 the customer’s expectations have been exceeded.
Under promise over deliver!
Does it turn you orange?
A quality product applied properly will not turn orange. Orange is something
that has hung on to self-tanning since the Coppertone QT days in the 60’s.
DHA is much more refined and gives off much better color than in years
past. Orange comes mostly from lesser quality DHA (which you still see
a lot of even today). DHA is the most expensive ingredient in tanning
solution. Many companies are cutting their manufacturing costs by trying
to buy cheaper DHA. However, even the highest quality DHA can turn orange
when over applied. Another reason that is still being researched is the
PH level of the skin. Tanning solution is acidic (low PH level) and if
the skin is too alkaline (high PH level) it could react and give a slightly
orange color.
Does it have a bad odor?
A quality product will have a much better odor and a poor quality product.
Some companies try and mask it with perfume, which smells good for about
5-10 minutes and smells worse as time goes on. Of course smell is very
subjective when dealing with a diverse group of people. Our solution is
very nice smelling before and after and has a very mild French vanilla
scent.
How long does it take to be airbrushed?
Application takes less than 5 minutes for two coats. It takes longer to
get dressed and undressed than it does to apply. The overall time is probably
shorter than going in a spray booth for 60 seconds. The reason for this
is there is a lot less work before prepping with more barrier cream taking
care of hands and feet and patting off or towel buffing after your spray.
There should be no need for this extra work after airbrushing because
of a far better more even application.
How long before I can take a shower?
DHA needs any where from 6-12 hours to set up properly and react with
the skin to give you the results that you desire. We generally recommend
that you wait at least 6 hours before showering.
Does your product have any sunscreen?
No! Just because you look extremely tanned does not mean you are protected.
Are solution does not have SPF (Sun Protection Factor) in it. You can
sunburn if you do not apply sunscreen over your UV Free Tan (after the
recommended time).
Should I moisturize my skin before or
after I get sprayed?
You should be moisturizing your skin at least once per day with a high
quality lotion. This will slow the exfoliation rate thus extend the life
of your tan. It will also allow your tan to wear more evenly as well.
However, you should not apply moisturizer directly before having tanning
solution applied to your skin, at 2-4 hours before. This could impede
the penetration of the solution into the skin. Also, you should not apply
moisturizer for at least 6 hours after being sprayed; this could cause
it to streak.
Will it rub off on my clothes or bed
sheets?
There is a very good chance of the cosmetic bronzers coming off on clothing
and bed sheets and pillowcases. This should wash out very easily, however,
we always recommend that the client wear darker colored older loose fitting
clothes. There are some fabrics such as silk that this may not wash out
of, so caution is always recommended.
Will the solution discolor my hair?
Most salons offer some kind of hair caps; this is mostly to get the hair
out of the way while spraying. Tanning solution will not penetrate the
hair follicle and therefore will not discolor hair.
Will the solution discolor my nails?
We always recommend protecting the nails via some sort of barrier cream.
This slows the penetration of the solution to the nail and keeps it from
staining. If you have nail polish on it will not penetrate as well, just
take caution with cuticles. This is more prevalent with spray booths because
of the broadcast spray. Airbrush units are more controlled and therefore
the operator can stay clear of such areas.
Why did the solution wash off in the
shower?
Cosmetic bronzers are temporary bronzers that give you immediate color.
The real color is the result of the DHA reacting with the proteins in
you skin. The real color develops behind the cosmetic bronzers in 6-12
hours. It is the cosmetic bronzers the customer will see washing off in
the first shower, the lasting color is what is left behind. Cosmetic bronzers
have two very big reasons for being in the product. 1. This allows you
to see how the product is being applied and where which minimized application
errors. (Otherwise you wouldn’t see errors for about 4 hours later).
2. The customer usually likes to see immediate results; people want it
now. We can also produce solution without cosmetic bronzers for isolated
instances.
Can I workout after being sprayed?
Same answer as with showering. You must give the DHA time to react with
the skin before disturbing the application. You should wait at least 6
hours before sweating.
Will my swimming pool fade my tan faster?
Chlorine has a tendency to fade spray tan faster. Many swimming pools
are using salt for filtration these days and will not affect your tan.
Is this solution dangerous to your health?
When using DHA-containing products as an all-over spray or mist in a commercial
spray "tanning" booth, it may be difficult to avoid exposure
in a manner for which DHA is not approved, including the area of the eyes,
lips, or mucous membrane, or even internally. Consequently, FDA advises
asking the following questions when considering commercial facilities
where DHA is applied by spraying or misting:
1. Are consumers protected from exposure in the entire area of the eyes,
in addition to the eyes themselves?
2. Are consumers protected from exposure on the lips and all parts of
the body covered by mucous membrane?
3. Are consumers protected from internal exposure caused by inhaling or
ingesting the product?
If the answer to any of these questions is "no," the consumer
is not protected from the unapproved use of this color additive. Consumers
should request measures to protect their eyes and mucous membranes and
prevent inhalation.
Can I spray tan and UV Tan in a tanning
bed?
Absolutely! UV Free tanning looks great over a base tan and gives the
customer better color than they have ever experienced, especially for
people that tan redder normally. We recommend tanning in the bed first
(avoiding sweating after being sprayed). Tan like you normally do using
a good quality indoor tanning lotion in the bed making sure you take extra
care rubbing it all in evenly. A shower is best after tanning, using a
good clean body wash. If this is not possible be sure to wipe the body
down clean, using a cleaning towel, getting all the perspiration and excess
lotion off the skin before spraying. This will minimize the risk of streaking
the tanning solution.
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