Preparing for Your Spray Tan

By Sharon Polsky Wbff Pro

**Great Info for all preparing for a Spray tan! not prepping the skin properly can cause the skin to turn green or blotchy. Created by Sharon Polsky WBFF Pro. Had to share 

Prior to your tan, whether it be getting painted by hand or getting spray tanned, please be sure to follow these instructions before you get tanned. This in turn will give yourself a more smooth, radiant and beautiful skin for your tan to be even.

Make sure to exfoliate everyday to ensure your skin is to remove dead skin using :

• A loofah
• Exfoliating Brush
• Exfoliating Gloves

(make sure to use an exfoliating scrub and that you use gentle circular motions when exfoliating.)

Choose cleansers that have grainy textures which will help with exfoliation such as oatmeal, ground almonds or even sea salt but make sure that you use an non oil based cleanser and soap or you tan will not absorb well.

You can also use a washcloth for mild exfoliation.

The day of the tan please ensure you are completely dry, exfoliated and that you have not used any creams or oils on your skin so the tan will stay longer on your skin. If you plan on using a moisturizer please make sure it is not an oil based product.

24 to 48 hours before your tanning sessions shower exfoliate and remove excess body hair. (If you are not use to waxing make sure you give yourself ample time to heal and possibly try it a few weeks before show day incase you have a skin reaction to waxing. It is best to wax the day before the show.)

Remove all contact lenses and jewelry.

Do not do cardio, bathe, shower or exercise for at least 6-8 hours after your tan.

When you come for your tan please ensure you have loose fit clothing and flip flops. It is best to wear a light silk robe, strapless or thin strap sundress or large tshirt that you don’t mind getting tanning solution on and flip flops.

It is also recommended for you to bring an old bed sheet from home since you will be sleeping on the hotel bed and won’t want to stain the hotel sheets.  

Please do not use any perfumes or deodorants directly on the skin as this will cause a slight discoloration and may turn your skin yellow or green