Air Brush Sunless Tanning
Spray tanning Questions and Answers:
It is a UV free airbrush method to quickly provide you with a natural golden brown color.
How Does it Tan the Skin?
The active ingredient in the sunless spray is dihydroxyacetone (DHA). DHA reacts with the proteins in the top layer of the skin to produce a tan and darkens with repeated applications.
How Safe is DHA?
DHA has been used safely in cosmetics for years. Many sunless tanning products contain this active ingredient, but because of the method of application it often produces an orange tint, especially on hands, feet and elbows. The airbrush method eliminates these drawbacks and gives a beautiful, natural bronze color.
When will I Notice Results?
You will begin to notice color within 2-3 hours after your session. The color will continue to get darker for up to 24 hours.
How Long Does It Last?
A good base spray lasts 5-7 days. It should be repeated at least once a week to keep a golden tan. Exfoliating and moisturizing prior to application will yield best results.
How Long Does it Take?
It normally takes 5-8 minutes to apply the sunless solution to the full body. Allow 5-10 minutes for solution to dry before dressing. This ensures that no streaking will occur. You can use a hair dryer or a few minutes in a standup booth to help activation.
Will I Notice Immediate Results?
Depending on your skin type, you may or may not see immediate results. People with fair skin are more likely to see immediate results than those with darker skin or an established tan.
How should I prepare for the Spray Session?
Shower, exfoliate, shave and moisturize for maximum results, but this needs to be done the day before you get your spray tan. Do not moisturize or shave the day of the spray tan, as this may effect your final results. Wear loose fitting clothes and no pantyhose when you come in. Avoid silk or dressy clothes. Contact us at By The Beach for the exfoliation scrubs, and lotions to enhance your tan! Our staff will offer body drench and a John Abate salt scrub.
What if the Spray gets on my Clothes?
A small amount of spray may rub off on your clothes but it will easily wash out.
Can I Shower, Swim or go to the Gym after finishing my Sunless Session?
You should not shower, swim or go to the gym for 6 hours after your session to avoid streaking and loss of color.
Will this Tan Provide Protection From Sunburn?
NO, this is a totally cosmetic tan and does not provide the sun protection gained from a UV produced tan.
How do I Maximize the Life of my Sunless Tan?
Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize! Since DHA colors the surface cells, the slower your skin cells turn over and are shed the longer your color will last.
Can I use the Sunless System and Tan in a UV Bed on the Same Day?
Yes, however, if you choose to do this you should use the UV bed first. This will avoid altering your sunless results due to perspiration.
Who can use the Sunless System?
Anyone! Very fair people who have trouble developing a tan in the sun; pregnant women; people who want to be tan immediately; people with hard to tan spots; people who want to enhance their current tan.
Is It Expensive?
NO, it is reasonably priced. Full body, legs or face sprays are priced differently. Call for details on pricing.
How to prepare....
Night before- Exfoliate your skin, shave, & moisturize
(visit our salon for exfoliators and moisturizers)
The Day of- Shower, do not apply any lotions or perfumes to skin
*Remember to wear loose fitting clothing.
What happens After Sunless Spray?
1. Let spray thoroughly dry before dressing.
2. Do not shower, swim or exercise (get sweaty) for 6 hours.
3. To maintain maximum spray results, moisturize, frequently with a rich moisturizing lotion
3 minutes in Standup will help activate spray result |
