Airbrush tanning has become one of the most popular and effective methods to achieve a beautiful tan without the exposure of harmful UVA rays. As opposed to the spray tan machine that automatically “sprays” your body in a potentially uneven and streaky manner, the airbrush tan is applied by a professional and is done with complete care and tact. The most important thing to note about this form of sunless tanning is the fact that it is completely risk free. It’s fast and easy too! Does it get any better than that?

When the airbrush tan is applied, you can expect to receive a nice, albeit temporary, bronzing of your skin. It is specifically the DHA, which is short for Dihydroxyacetone, that creates this gorgeous glow, which is great news because DHA is derived from natural sugar cane. That’s right, you are essentially having natural sugar cane applied to your skin, and that is the necessary (and natural) component responsible for interacting with the amino acids and proteins found on the outer layer of your skin. This interaction is what produces your instant golden glow. Gone are the days of baking away for hours under the harmful sun rays and the potentially dangerous suntan beds.

Now, once your skin achieves the warm bronzy tone that you were so excited to achieve, you want to ensure that you take the proper precautions to make it last as long as possible. So, be sure to take note of the following airbrush tan aftercare tips:

Don’t shower or exercise for at least 8 hours

When you do take your first post- airbrush tan shower, avoid any and all cleansers (shampoo and conditioner included).

Once the brown water on the bottom of your shower subsides, you are ready to end your shower. It is necessary to shed some brown because it is simply the super temporary cosmetic bronzer that must come off. It’s completely normal and to be expected, so don’t fear that you’re washing away your beautiful glow because you are not.

Moisturize your skin as often as you can! The more you apply that precious lotion to your skin, the longer your airbrush tan will last! If that isn’t the ideal incentive, we don’t know what is!

To read even more helpful airbrush tanning tips, to watch our online demos and to browse our extensive menu of sunless tanning products, simply browse through our website. We are always happy to answer any of your questions and concerns directly as well, so be sure to call us directly at 540-265-9035. Our friendly and knowledgeable sunless tanning reps are standing by during our normal business hours and will be very happy to speak with you. Until then, make it a great day and don’t forget to wear your sunscreen. After all, you only have one set of skin, so treat it well and it will treat you well in return.