tips + tan care
While your 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙯𝙚𝙛𝙭 𝙎𝙪𝙣𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 experience is quick and easy, your glow is going to need some love! We want to ensure that by following these preparation instructions, you can help ensure a flawless tan with an even fade. If you have any additional questions or concerns, feel free to ask your tanning specialist for personalized advice.
before
exfoliate
Shower + exfoliate 24 HRS before your appointment.
Avoid using products that may contain essential oils. This will prepare your skin, leaving it clean with an even surface,
but giving it time to gain some natural body oils. We advise against using a body scrub/loofah combo as most are oil-based and will leave a residue.
shave/wax
Wax/Shave Any Unwanted Body Hair
If you shave, this step should be done at least 24 hours before your spray tan session. If you wax, this step should be done 48 hours before your appointment as waxy residue will block tanner absorption.
manicure/pedicure
If getting your tan the same day as your nail appointment, avoid any oils or lotions your nail technician may use. If getting your nails done after your tan, be aware that soaking, acetone, oils, and lotions can cause uneven fading. Manicure and pedicures are HIGHLY recommended 24 hrs before your appointment.
lotions/creams/oils
Do not apply any lotions, oils, deodorant, perfumes, or makeup before your appointment. These products can create a barrier on your skin, preventing the tan from adhering properly. If you have any on, use a Micellar Wipe to remove them. Avoid Neutrogena Makeup Wipes, as they contain oils that can further block the tan.
retinols
Avoid using retinol on your face or neck at least 7 days prior to your appointment. Retinols are known to promote cell turnover and exfoliation, which can cause the spray tan to fade faster. The accelerated exfoliation process can lead to uneven or patchy tan results
wash your hair
Make sure to wash your hair prior to your appointment (or plan out your hair washing schedule) as to avoid washing your hair during your first rinse. Ingredients in shampoo + conditioner can interfere with development of your sunless tan
no showering before tan
Showering before your spray tan appointment will wash away amino acids resulting in a lighter tan. You may also streak from the water marks and your pores will open causing the solution to get trapped in pores resulting in black dots on skin.
sunburns
You cannot get a spray tan if you have an active sunburn (even 1 month old) spraying on sunburned skin will result in a cracked and uneven spray tan. You must wait until the damaged skin is healed before your spray tan appointment.
during
do not touch
Do Not Touch Your Body. If you touch yourself while your tan is developing, this could result in orange palms.
If you accidentally touch your body, use a Bronzier Exfoliating Mitt to lighten your hands.
sweating
Try to keep skin dry + cool, no sweating or water contact while developing, this can result in blotching. Avoid skin to skin contact (intimacy or breast feeding etc.) Absolutely no water contact on your skin.
loose clothing
Dress for the weather and bring a change of dark, loose clothing. No tight-fitting light clothes (no yoga pants/tight jeans) Please note that your clothing may pick up some of the spray bronzer, but it will not stain and easily washes out. NO BRAS! Long sleeves and long pants will keep your fresh tan protected during your development time
avoid water contact
While your tan is developing please avoid water contact:
If water accidentally gets on your skin—whether from a spill or a pet licking you—gently buff the area using a fluffy makeup brush in circular motions. For extra blending, apply a tiny amount of self-tanner with the brush. The bronzer may not look flawless immediately, but once rinsed, your tan will even out seamlessly.
after
moisturize
Keeping your skin moisturized is key, we recommend a spray tan friendly moisturizers at least 2x a day. Do not apply body sprays/perfumes or colognes directly on your skin as they contain high levels of alcohol + will dry out your skin + will leave your skin patchy (try spraying on clothes or hair instead of skin)
drink water
A spray tan can make your skin very thirsty so its super important to drink plenty of water to hydrate your skin from the inside out! This will help keep your smooth skin glowing and your spray tan lasting and fading evenly.
excessive heat
Avoid long, hot showers or baths, excessively sweating, + scrubbing the skin as this can result in a patchy or uneven fade. Swimming pools, jacuzzis, saunas, + steam rooms may all shorten the length of your tan.
If you plan on being in chlorine or natural salt water, a thick layer of SPF lotion should help protect your tan.
dove soap
Absolutely no DOVE products on your tanned skin, the pH balance in this soap will strip your tan. It may become blotchy and fade much faster. Please avoid.
FAQ
When should I get my spray tan?
Ideally, we recommend you book your spray tan treatment 48 hours prior to any event.
Can I get a spray tan with a sunburn?
The short answer is NO. There are two concerns with spraying over sunburned skin. first, the red burned skin will change the overall look of the spray tan. The second is peeling of the skin or bubbling. The spray tan will be coming off in pieces along with the peeling skin.
How long will my tan last?
A spray tan tends to last anywhere 7 to 10 days, depending on your aftercare and frequency of exfoliating. It's possible for your spray tan to last up to 12 days if you take extra good care of your skin. Spray tans only affect the top layer of skin, and since the body constantly sheds dead skin cells to regenerate new ones it fades accordingly. Drink water and moisturize at least 2x a day to ensure an even fade.
Can I tan while pregnant?
Due to the natural and organic derived ingredients in our premium solutions we can and have sprayed pregnant women. However, we do recommend you consult a doctor.
How long does the appointment take?
Your spray tan application will usually take 15–20 minutes, but we can’t get enough of you. So we allocate a full 30 minutes for each client.
Can I still tan in the sun with a spray tan?
You can, but why age prematurely and damage that beautiful skin of yours?! Seriously, wear SPF babe. Spray tans provide no UV protection.
Do you travel outside of the GTA
Our Service areas cover:
𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗮 (all areas)
𝗠𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗼𝗻 (all areas)
𝗢𝗮𝗸𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 (all areas)
𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻 (all areas)
Hamilton (all areas)
Ancaster
Stoney Creek
For appointments outside of our travel zone, we require 4 or more people (𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘺!) plus a $25 travel fee. This applies for the 𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗼 area/Downtown Toronto area/ Liberty Village Area, North York areas etc.
If your location is more than 3 hours each way, we require a hotel for the night.
We travel out of province and to destination weddings.
Email info@bronzefx.ca for travel inquires.
How do Mobile appointments work?
You don’t need to worry about anything! We bring everything we need and will come wherever you need us to. As long as there is ample space for us to set up a standard spray tan pop-up tent (5 x 8 ft) and have access to outlets, we can work from anywhere. It is also very helpful if we are able to set up somewhere where we can work in natural lighting such as near a window or door.
What we bring: a spray tan tent, extractor fan, disposable hair nets, barrier cream, feet pads, lighting, towels, makeup remover, hand wipes, and a spray tan machine.
**for Clear Bronze Tans, poorly lit areas are not ideal.
CANCELLATION POLICY
PLEASE READ
Please note that in order to confirm your booking for in-studio or mobile services, a credit card is required to hold your booking as its necessary to reserve the time slot and artist for your service.
This IS NOT A deposit, its a credit card hold in the event that you are a no-show or cancel in less than 12 hours before your appointment time.
If you are unable to make your scheduled appointment, we kindly ask that you reschedule at least 24 hours in advance. You can reschedule up to 90 days in advance; however, rescheduling beyond this timeframe will require a new appointment and deposit.
If you miss your appointment or make changes to it within 12 hours of the original time, your credit card will be charged $50
If you're a no-show or cancel within 8 hrs of your appointment, your credit card will be charged the full amount