How long can you lay in the instant bed at Sun Tan City?
In fact, it may continue for up to 24 hours! To nurture your skin and make sure your tan reaches its full golden color, consider investing in one of our specially formulated tan-extending lotions before you leave Sun Tan City.
What level tanning bed gets you the darkest?
While 4-6, referred to as our “Higher Level” beds, tan on the surface level of your skin. They are great for getting you a dark color quickly because they tan the melanin found at the surface of your skin.
How long should you wait to shower after a spray tan Sun Tan City?
4-6 hours
Don’t shower for 4-6 hours following your spray tan. Don’t exercise until after your first shower—at least four hours after you tan. Shower using only shower gel and your hands. After showering, apply our tan extenders to make your spray tan last longer!
Should you shave before a spray tan?
Don’t wax or shave.
While both hair removal techniques might seem like a harmless part of your grooming routine, they should be done at least 24 hours before you get a spray tan, and ideally one to two days after.
Do you have to rotate in a tanning bed?
Sun tanning uses two different UV rays – UVA and UVB. UVB is used to help stimulate melanin production for a base tan while UVA oxidizes your melanin for deeper, darker, longer lasting color. For best results, always rotate to a bed with higher UVA output every 3 sessions.
Why am I not getting tan in the tanning bed?
You may have reached a tanning plateau. Everyone has a limit to how dark they can get, but to try to get past your current color we recommend switching the types of beds you use every few tanning sessions.
What’s better lay down or stand up tanning?
Since the UV rays in stand-up booths are stronger, you can get a quicker tan. 10 to 15 minutes in a stand-up booth can give you a deep tan. Lay-down tanning beds, on the other hand, require almost double the time. It takes around 20 minutes in a tanning bed to achieve the same results.
Should you shower after tanning?
You can immediately shower after sunbed tanning if you didn’t use any bronzer or spray tanning treatment. Have you used a bronzer? Wait for two hours before showering.
Will shaving ruin my spray tan?
Shaving Tips for Before a Spray Tan
If you shave any closer to your appointment, you run the risk of your spray tan turning out streaky because razors leave a film on your skin which makes it harder for the solution to adhere to your skin.
What not to do after getting a spray tan?
Avoid wearing perfumes, deodorant or makeup that can create a barrier for absorption. Avoid wearing tight clothing and shoes such as boots, socks or tights, which may rub off some of the spray tan and cause uneven results. 4. Wear dark, loose-fitting clothes.
Do you wear a bra for a spray tan?
When deciding what to wear to a spray tan session, always choose loose clothing that won’t rub on your skin. Flowy dresses and skirts, or loose-fitting jumpsuits without elastic are ideal. If you’re comfortable, avoid wearing a bra or underwear, which tends to cling to skin and may cause discoloration.
What do I sleep in after a spray tan?
IF YOU SLEEP WITH YOUR TAN STILL DEVELOPING: it is crucial to sleep in a long sleeve shirt and long pants that are loose fitting clothing after your tan. If you do not do this, you run the risk of too much smudging or having the tan absorb into your hands or other parts of your body incorrectly.
What should you bring to a tanning bed?
Consider these options:
- A moisturizer is vital because tanning will dry your skin out.
- If you are looking for more color, then you may want to try a lotion with a bronzer or intensifier as well.
- Other types of lotions include maximizers, accelerators, tingle lotions, and cooling lotions.
How many times a week should I use a tanning bed?
2-3 sessions a week
Moderate tanning of 2-3 sessions a week is OK for everyone else but ensure you rest the skin for a minimum of 24 hours between each session and at least 48 hours for skin type 2. The European Standard advises not to exceed 60 sessions per annum.
Are stand up tanning beds better?
Stand-up booths are capable of giving you a deeper tan. The bulbs used in them give off stronger rays compared to a tanning bed. The higher intensity of the UV rays increases melanin production which results in a darker complexion. For those who want more than just a “sun-kissed” look, stand-up booths are better.
Do tanning beds help you lose weight?
Tanning Sessions Can Reduce Weight
Being exposed to sources of UV-light ensures that the metabolism in a person’s body is increasing. This is done so by nudging the thyroid gland for being even more active. This increase in the metabolism more often than not reflects in a substantial weight loss for you.
Do you have to flip in a tanning bed?
Flip onto your stomach halfway through your tanning session.
Since this position can feel uncomfortable, you can bend your arms to prop up your chin. If you are getting your tan in a vertical booth, you do not have to worry about rotating your body to receive an even tan.
What do you wear when you go to a tanning bed?
So what (if anything) should you wear? There are a lot of different views on this particular question, and it all comes down to one very simple answer: wear whatever you are comfortable in. If you wear your bathing suit every time, you will have tan lines that reflect that, but that’s your choice.
Why do you smell after tanning?
First and foremost, it is not “burnt skin.” That smell is known as the “after tan odor” and it is caused by friendly bacteria on the surface of the skin. The smell is the result from the bacteria when your body/skin gets hot from a tanning bed.
How should you shower after a spray tan?
How to Shower After a Spray Tan
- Don’t Shower for 8-10 Hours. This rule applies to getting a regular solution spray tan (as opposed to a rapid solution spray tan, in which the wait time is 2-5 hours).
- First Shower = Warm Water Rinse.
- Use Paraben-Free & Sulfate-Free Products.
- Always Pat, Never Rub.
Do and don’ts of spray tan?
SPRAY TAN DOs & DON’Ts
- DO shower, exfoliate and shave.
- DO use moisturizers and lotions specially formulated exclusively for spray tanning.
- DO wear loose-fitting, dark clothing and flip-flops or sandals to avoid rub-off.
- DON’T wear makeup, deodorants or perfumes. They can create a barrier for absorption.
Can I shave 2 hours before spray tan?
When it comes to shaving before your spray tan, ideally you should shave at least 24 hours before your tan. The soonest you should shave before your tan is four hours, and make sure to end your shower with a nice cold rinse to close up your pores.
How do you sleep after a spray tan?
Do they spray your face in a spray tan?
When you’re in the tanning ‘tent’ (a one-person pod with an open front) the therapist will usually start by applying the formula, dispersed through a spray gun, to your face. As advised, take a deep breath and close your eyes.
What day does a spray tan look best?
Spray tans always look best at least a day or two after your appointment so make sure to give yourself enough time between your appointment and the big day. We recommend getting your wedding spray tan about two days in advance.