Spray Tan Prep + Post Care
Prep and post-care are the secret to smooth, glowing skin! Prepping allows us to deliver the most even, radiant results, while post-care keeps your skin happy, healthy, and silky-soft long after your spray tan.
Before Your Spray Tan Appointment
Follow these simple steps to make your tan last up to 14 days
Hydrate!
Keep your skin and body hydrated! Drink water and moisturize. This is one of the most important steps.
Exfoliate
Shower and exfoliate the day prior to your appointment (rather than immediately before your session). Use an S+B Prep Wipe at your appointment for a final cleanse.
Dark Loose Clothes
Wear (or bring) dark, loose-fitting clothes and slip-on shoes. We also have options to purchase in store.
Skip
Avoid oil-based skin products 24 before hours of your tan, and do not use products with salicylic acid or retinol for at least 1 week prior. Schedule sugaring or nail appointments PRIOR to tanning.
Bronzing Prep Products
Pair these with your prep for best results
After Sunless Tanning
Follow these easy steps for flawless results that last
1-8 Hours After
If showering 1–8 hours post-session, avoid using soap when you rinse. Note: The tan won’t appear fully developed yet, but this is normal! The tan will continue to develop several hours post-shower.
8+ Hours After
If showering 8+ hours post-session, soap is okay to use. Immediately follow with moisturizer — we recommend S+B Hocoba Oil.
Don't Sweat It
Avoid sweating (even ligh perspiration) until after your first shower.
No Streaks
To prevent water streaks, use your hands to guide the makeup layer off your skin. Let the water run clear for at least 2 minutes before exiting.
Bronzing Post Care Products
Pair these with your post care routine for best results
Maintain
Tips to help maintain the results
Extend Your Tan
Apply moisturizer post-shower while skin is still damp to lock in moisture. Try our S+B Sunless Tanning Lotion to give an extra boost to your tan.
Water Bound?
Avoid spending extended periods of time in water as this will accelerate the rate at which the tan fades.
Traveling?
Airplanes and dry/cold/windy weather contribute to skin dryness so it's best to continue drinking water & moisturizing especially if traveling.
Protect Your Skin
Always use sunscreen as airbrush tans do not provide UV protection
Make it monthly
Our memberships are the easiest way to keep your skin looking it's best all year. We offer several membership options that can save you up to 42% on services and 10% on retail. Our flexible memberships can be used at any of our nationwide locations, and best of all no contracts. Freeze your account anytime, and never miss out on benefits with rollovers.
Got questions?
We’ve got answers! Explore our FAQ page for all the details on prepping, aftercare, appointments, and everything you need to know to make the most of your S+B experience.