To prolong your tan we advise the following guidelines for before and after your treatment
Pre Tan
On the day of your spray tan, exfoliate the full body paying close attention to the more drier areas of your body (elbows, knees, etc). Ensure the skin is left clean and dry with no soap residue.
Do NOT apply moisturiser, perfume or deodorant to the body prior to your tan.
Avoid using body washes and soaps that contain moisturisers as these can act as barriers to the solution.
Any waxing treatments must be performed at least 24hrs before your spray tan.
Any shaving must be performed at least 8hrs before your spray tan.
Wear loose fitting, comfortable clothes to yor appointment, preferably dark colours and not nylon or silk.
Do not wear make up to your appointment.
Tie long hair back.
Remove all jewellery.
Serenity provide hair caps to prevent overspray and also disposable thongs but please feel free to wear an old pair of underwear if this is more comfortable.
After Tan
Wait at least 8-10 hours before showering/bathing after your treatment. A small amount of colour will wash off but this is just excess residue and is perfectly normal.
Allow your skin to be completely dry before dressing, your therapist will advise you of this is.
Avoid tight clothing for 24hrs to allow the solution to pentrate.
It is recommended that you allow at least 4hrs before wearing a bra.
Do not rub or scratch your body as this can also remove the solution.
Avoid strenuous exercise or actvity immediately after the tan as this will promote sweating and affect the process.
Do not apply creams or deodorant until after the first shower/bath.
When drying your skin always remember to pat and not rub.
Avoid chlorinated pools, saunas and steam rooms.
Leave at least 24hrs before waxing or shaving after your tan application.
Approximately 3-5 days after application the tan will begin to fade, to help promote exfoliation and an even fade, gently exfoliate your skin with a exfoliating sponge. Lighly buff the uneven areas to remove any build up.
Remember to wear an SPF as spray tans do not protect the skin from harmful rays.
And finally the most important piece of advise is to apply a moisturiser or body lotion twice a day. This slows down the natural exfoliation process therefore prolonging the life of your tan.
In conclusion the the rule of thumb for the best possible tan results are the longer before the first shower/bath and the more moisturiser that is applied after the first shower/bath, the longer the tan will last and the better the tan will fade.