BEFORE YOUR TAN
Exfoliate your skin paying particular attention to elbows, knees and ankles
Shave or wax at least 24 hours before your tan
Do not use any other self-tanning products 1 week before treatment.
On the day of your tan do not wear deodorant, perfume, aftershave, make up or moisturiser - this can act as a barrier
Wear dark, loose clothing and remove all jewellery
DO NOT expose yourself to harmful UV rays. Always protect your skin using a high SPF sunscreen. I will not be able to tan sunburnt skin.
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AFTER YOUR TAN
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Allow your tan to develop for 8 hours..
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If using our express tan please see below development times.
Express tan - aka “it’s about time”
-Receive your spray tan, rinse off your tan at the specified time and watch your tan develop.
1 hours - 6%
2 hours - 8%
3 hours - 12%
4 hours - 14%
5 hours - 16%
6 hours - 18%
7 hours 19%
8 hours 20%
Darker skins can be brave and keep on for the full 8 hours.
N.B Although you wash off the guide colour after a shorter time, the tan does need to full 8 hours in many cases to fully develop
Avoid any form of exercise that may cause you to perspire for at least 8 hours
As your tan develops, avoid touching or rubbing your skin..
Avoid swimming, as chlorine can affect your tan
Long hot baths, showers and excessive use of soap will cause your tan to fade quicker, pat skin dry
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Moisturise regularly with an oil free moisturiser to maintain your tan. Avoid Dove products they can cause your tan to fade.
Tan extenders are available upon request - please ask for more details.
Stay hydrated.
Following the correct pre care and after care advice, your tan should last 7-10 days
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CONSULTATION
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The following local contraindications will not prevent treatment but your therapist will avoid the contraindicated area:
Cuts/Abrasions
Breastfeeding
Recent Body Piercing or Tattoos
Pigmentation Disorders/patches
Sun burn
Please seek medical advice prior to booking a Spray tan treatment if you have any of the following:
Respiratory problems
Chemotherapy
Radiotherapy
Active Acne
Vitiligo
Diabeteics
HRT - changing levels in hormones can leave your tan with an uneven finish. I will be happy to apply a small amount of tanner to a larger inconspicuous area to check for any adverse effects, like streaks or irregular patches of colour.
Please do not book for a Spray tan treatment if you currently have any of the following:
Skin disorders (a flare up of Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis) please wait until these broken areas have healed.
Recent heat treatment (waxing, electrolysis, Sauna, steam room)
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First trimester of Pregnancy
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PATCH TESTING
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A patch test is required for clients who have a known skin condition, had a previous sensitivity or are under the age of 18. Please let me know if you need a patch test as this will need to be carried out at least 48 hours prior to your appointment.