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Spray Tan Tips

You’ll find all your most pressing spray tan questions answered below. We dispel popular spray tan myths and have advice on how you can embody your true colors for even longer. But if there’s anything we missed, make sure to reach out to your local Tanning Experts - they’ll be happy to help!

Before

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Prepare Your Skin

  • Exfoliate before your session. Focus on dry areas like elbows, knees, hands, feet and backs of ankles. Try an exfoliant from our Premier Collection®
  • Avoid moisturizers unless specifically formulated for spray tanning.
  • Avoid waxing or other spa treatments on spray day.

What To Wear to a Spray Tan

  • Wear dark, loose-fitting clothing on spray day.
  • Wear nail polish if possible — even a clear coat can help protect nails from discoloration.
  • Avoid perfumes, deodorant and makeup, which can create a barrier for absorption.
  • Avoid tight-fitting clothes, shoes, boots, socks and tights, which can rub skin and cause uneven results.

During

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The Naked Truth

  • Spray tan in the privacy of your own tanning room and feel free to get as naked as you like.
  • If you’re not spray tanning nude, wear something you don’t mind staining or ask your Tanning Expert for a disposable undergarment.
  • Remove all jewelry.
  • Wear a protective hair cap.
  • Apply your favorite Premier Collection® Sunless Primer before tanning.

Prep and Protect

  • Apply barrier cream lightly to rougher areas like hands, fingers, feet, toes, sides of feet and cuticles, which absorb more spray solution.
  • Palm Beach Tan provides hair caps, protective eyewear, nose filters, lip balm and cotton balls for your protection — just ask your Tanning Expert.

After

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Wait for It ...

  • Avoid bathing, swimming or activities that work up a sweat for at least 4 hours after your session.
  • Avoid chlorine as it can break down a spray tan.

Keep Your Shine Longer

  • Moisturize daily with a post-spray product like those from the Premier Collection®.
  • Use oil-free lotions — products with oils can shorten the life of your spray tan.
  • Avoid using pore strips, bandages and exfoliants.
  • Avoid body washes with harsh soaps or oils. Use a daily body wash from our Premier Collection®.

Let’s Spray Those Myths Away

Let’s be real: there can be some negative preconceptions around spray tanning. From orange anxiety to worries about smell, spray tanning hasn’t gotten the best press. But we’re here to tell you that at PBT, with our exclusive Premier Collection® sunless solutions bronzers and fragrances, you’ll leave looking fabulous and smelling great. So buckle up and get ready—we’re about to blow away some spray tan myths.

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Out With the Orange.

No Orange Undertone

Spray tans at PBT are formulated to counter orange undertones. They’re customized to match your skin and meet your tan goals. You can breathe easy — with our Premier Collection sunless products, you’ll have complete control of your look.

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All Chic, No Streak.

Even, Streak-Free Results

Some self-tanners (not ours!) can leave unsightly streaks. But when you spray at PBT, you’ll receive a flawless, even tan. You’ll have to do a little prep before: exfoliate, shave and make sure your moisturizer is designed for sunless tanning. If you’re looking for a moisturizer, the Premier Collection® by Palm Beach Tan has you covered!

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Let’s Talk Scents.

Add a Post-Spray Fragrance

Add a fragrance to your spray tan session and say goodbye to that post-spray smell. You’ll step out of the booth feeling great and smelling like… Well, that depends on what fragrance you choose!

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Naturally Stunning.

Sunless & Skin-Friendly

Dihydroxyacetone (DHA for short) is the active ingredient in all sunless tanners. It’s a colorless, natural, plant-derived compound that has been approved by the FDA for external application for over 50 years. Palm Beach Tan uses only eco-certified DHA solutions, and we provide protective eyewear, nose filters and lip balm. Additionally, all of our spray tan systems are cleaned and sanitized immediately after each session.

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