Sunless Tanning Preparation: Essential Tips for a Flawless Tan

To ensure a flawless sunless tan, follow these tanning appointment guidelines: make sure to moisturize your skin thoroughly during the week leading up to your appointment and afterward. Most importantly, focus on exfoliation tips by exfoliating your body 24 hours prior to your session. If you don't exfoliate properly, the sunless application will adhere to dead skin cells that will shed within a day or two! Properly exfoliated skin guarantees that new skin is ready to absorb the sunless solution. A warm shower, a good exfoliating mitt, and a gentle, oil-free body wash should do the trick! Recommended scrubs include Pro Tan Get Buffed Pre Tan Body Scrub (pH balancing) and Tanceuticals Pre Tan Exfoliator Scrub.

Arrive at your appointment with NO deodorant, NO oils, NO moisturizer, and NO perfume. It's crucial that absolutely no residue is left on your skin! Avoid using Dove bar soap or any soaps with oily or waxy buildup. Wearing loose, dark clothing on the day of your appointment is recommended. During the summer months, ensure the area is well air-conditioned for the application, as sweating can lead to uneven coloring.

Complete any beauty treatments, such as shaving, waxing, or facials, at least 24 hours before your appointment. If you get your nails done on the day of your appointment, ensure that all oils are removed beforehand or consider a quick polish change.

Discontinue the use of any self-tanner lotions several days in advance. Remember to moisturize your skin well in the week leading up to your appointment.

Please allow at least 4 hours between your shower and your sunless tan. A helpful tip is to wash your hair first, then wash your body, ensuring that no shampoo or conditioner residue remains on your skin.