Post by Bronze Heels on May 14, 2013 19:23:09 GMT -5
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Where can I buy fake tanning sprays and lotions?
You can buy them from drugstores, online, or even from a tanning salon (although these are generally the more expensive fake tanning lotions that are made by tanning lotion companies like Designer Skin or Playboy). Fake tanners range in price from $5 to $50.
What are the types of professional spray tans available?
Some tanning salons offer staff-applied spray tans. For these, one of the salon personnel will manually spray you with fake tanner. You will wear a bathing suit during the application. If you prefer to have less hassle and be able to receive your spray tan in the nude, then you will want to seek out a salon that has one of the three popular spray tan booths: VersaSpa, Mystic Tan, and Mystic HD. These are automated spray tan machines that you can use while you are alone in the room. The machine itself will direct you on what to do, such as turn around, etc. Different people have different preference as to which is “the best,” but all three are great.
How long must I wait to shower after applying my fake tan?
You must wait a minimum of 8 hours to shower after applying any fake tan. However, it is best to wait as long as possible. Many tanners will shower right before going to get the tan, and then not shower again until the next day.
How long will my fake tan last?
A professional spray tan will last up to 7 days, but you will start to see some areas fading before then. Between the breasts is the most common area that starts to peel at around 4-5 days. Fake tanning lotions can last as long, but usually last 4-5 days before they start fading.
How can I make my fake tan last longer?
There are a few steps you can take to lengthen the lifespan of your fake tan, but in the end, it is just that—a fake tan. It will not last. That being said, you should gently exfoliate your skin the same day that you get your fake tan. This will rid you of any dead skin, so that you’re only tanning new skin that will not flake off the next day. Also, you should keep your skin moisturized with lotion each day. When skin is dry, the body will try to shed it in order to get new, healthier skin. This, of course, would shed your new fake tan. Another thing you can do is keep your showers to warm water, not hot. For example, a hot tub will ruin your fake tan in no time. Baths are even better than showers because the water pressure against your fake tan is much lighter. In addition to all of this, your salon may offer “prep” lotions. These are lotions which are intended to make your skin more susceptible to receiving the fake tan. It is up in the air about how well these actually work.
If my fake tan ends up looking uneven and/or horrible, how can I get rid of it more quickly?
There are a few “remedies” floating around the internet, such as applying Windex to your skin, but that’s just a terrible thing to do to your skin! The safest thing to do is just take hot showers and exfoliate every day, then cover up with long sleeves and pants. Although it may seem like it’s taking an eternity to go away, in reality, it will be gone in 4-5 days.
What should I bring with me to the salon when I get a spray tan?
Your salon may supply any of the items listed, but if it’s your first time, it’s best to be prepared. You will want a hair net/cap to cover your hair from the spray. Also, it is good to bring a pack of wet wipes. Some areas, such as the palms of your hands, will inevitably get sprayed, but it won’t look good if you let that spray dry. So you’ll want to wipe it off before it dries and gives you orange palms! If you are going while wearing nice dress clothes, bring a change of LOOSE clothing with you. While the machine will dry you, there will always be a spot or two that isn’t completely dry. You won’t want the spray to rub unevenly against your tight clothing. Additionally, you’ll want to make sure your clothing is not white as the spray tan will stain it. Bring flipflops to avoid rubbing the tan off your feet when you try to put your shoes on.
Where can I buy fake tanning sprays and lotions?
You can buy them from drugstores, online, or even from a tanning salon (although these are generally the more expensive fake tanning lotions that are made by tanning lotion companies like Designer Skin or Playboy). Fake tanners range in price from $5 to $50.
What are the types of professional spray tans available?
Some tanning salons offer staff-applied spray tans. For these, one of the salon personnel will manually spray you with fake tanner. You will wear a bathing suit during the application. If you prefer to have less hassle and be able to receive your spray tan in the nude, then you will want to seek out a salon that has one of the three popular spray tan booths: VersaSpa, Mystic Tan, and Mystic HD. These are automated spray tan machines that you can use while you are alone in the room. The machine itself will direct you on what to do, such as turn around, etc. Different people have different preference as to which is “the best,” but all three are great.
How long must I wait to shower after applying my fake tan?
You must wait a minimum of 8 hours to shower after applying any fake tan. However, it is best to wait as long as possible. Many tanners will shower right before going to get the tan, and then not shower again until the next day.
How long will my fake tan last?
A professional spray tan will last up to 7 days, but you will start to see some areas fading before then. Between the breasts is the most common area that starts to peel at around 4-5 days. Fake tanning lotions can last as long, but usually last 4-5 days before they start fading.
How can I make my fake tan last longer?
There are a few steps you can take to lengthen the lifespan of your fake tan, but in the end, it is just that—a fake tan. It will not last. That being said, you should gently exfoliate your skin the same day that you get your fake tan. This will rid you of any dead skin, so that you’re only tanning new skin that will not flake off the next day. Also, you should keep your skin moisturized with lotion each day. When skin is dry, the body will try to shed it in order to get new, healthier skin. This, of course, would shed your new fake tan. Another thing you can do is keep your showers to warm water, not hot. For example, a hot tub will ruin your fake tan in no time. Baths are even better than showers because the water pressure against your fake tan is much lighter. In addition to all of this, your salon may offer “prep” lotions. These are lotions which are intended to make your skin more susceptible to receiving the fake tan. It is up in the air about how well these actually work.
If my fake tan ends up looking uneven and/or horrible, how can I get rid of it more quickly?
There are a few “remedies” floating around the internet, such as applying Windex to your skin, but that’s just a terrible thing to do to your skin! The safest thing to do is just take hot showers and exfoliate every day, then cover up with long sleeves and pants. Although it may seem like it’s taking an eternity to go away, in reality, it will be gone in 4-5 days.
What should I bring with me to the salon when I get a spray tan?
Your salon may supply any of the items listed, but if it’s your first time, it’s best to be prepared. You will want a hair net/cap to cover your hair from the spray. Also, it is good to bring a pack of wet wipes. Some areas, such as the palms of your hands, will inevitably get sprayed, but it won’t look good if you let that spray dry. So you’ll want to wipe it off before it dries and gives you orange palms! If you are going while wearing nice dress clothes, bring a change of LOOSE clothing with you. While the machine will dry you, there will always be a spot or two that isn’t completely dry. You won’t want the spray to rub unevenly against your tight clothing. Additionally, you’ll want to make sure your clothing is not white as the spray tan will stain it. Bring flipflops to avoid rubbing the tan off your feet when you try to put your shoes on.