Frequently asked questions

What you need to know

My application in routine is flawless. No streaks or disasters. When you leave your appointment you will see a beautiful tan! Make sure to follow all prep and aftercare guidelines for your most flawless experience.
Your tan should last you 7-10 days. This is dependent on the products you use at home, how you care for your skin, activities you participate in, and your skins natural shed cycle.
When it comes down to shade I make a judgement call based on your needs. The first tan is always a trial tan. By your next appointment you will be able to gage if we need to go darker or lighter.
When booking the appointment you agree to my cancellation/no-show/rescheduling policy-a $20 fee will be charged for failure to show up or cancel/reschedule with at least 48 hours in advance. If you are more than 10 minutes late to your appointment your appointment will be canceled/rescheduled and you will be charged the $20 fee. Please do not be late.

I offer 2 types of tans- Rapid and Standard.

Rapid is a tan that allows you to rinse with no soap 3 hours after your initial appointment and the color develops for 24 hours.

Standard requires you to shower 8-10 hours after your initial appointment.

The only real difference between the two is the rinse time stated above. In most cases the length the tan lasts is the same for both.

I personally use both products and believe everyone should try both to decide which works best for their skin and lifestyle. Both Rapid and Standard tans have varying shades and colors so there is plenty of room for adjustments with both products.

Airbrush Prep:

Do not shave or wax 24 hours prior to appointment.
Exfoliate well.
Do not apply lotion 8 hours leading up to your appointment.
What you do or do not wear is up to you! But if you do decide to wear something during your application please wear something dark or that you don’t mind getting dirty. Men are required to wear bottoms.
In efforts to be a "Think Green" salon please bring your own reusable spa headband or reusable hair cap if you don't want product touching your hair. If you have extremely bright blonde hair and tan consistently you will want to cover your hairline. I do have spa headbands available for purchase at your appointment if needed.
Please bring dark loose clothing to wear after your appointment.
Appointments last 10-20 minutes.
Come clean, dry, free of deodorant and make up with your hair pulled up and out of your face.
Plan according to weather, protective gear for rain and snow.

Standard Tan Aftercare:

Shower 8-10 hours after your appointment.
When you shower you will see cosmetic bronzer washing off, NOT your tan. Please be thorough and completely wash these bronzers off. If you get out of the shower and see streaks, please get back in the shower and rub the area with your hand and soap.
Do not use loofas, towels, beaded soaps in the shower with your tan.
Lotion well. Use a lotion with no fragrance. My personal favorite: Cetaphil. Try to lotion morning and night.
Avoid products such as coconut oil, baby oil, etc. Oils make your tan dissolve and fade quicker. Please also avoid lotions such as Bath and Body Works, Victorias Secret or any other highly fragrant lotions (these cause more harm than good to your skin)
Make it last! Pair your airbrush tan with a Tan Booster and Cucumber Mist. These products truly make your tan last longer, fade beautifully- you will not regret adding these products to your home care.

Rapid Tan Aftercare:

This routine is only for those who receive my RAPID TAN application.

3 hours after your appointment take a warm water shower/rinse. NO SOAP.
When you shower you will see cosmetic bronzer washing off, NOT your tan. Rapid bronzers are strong! Be quick, rinse with water and your hands. If you get out of the shower and see streaks it is your bronzers not your tan. Hop in and rub them off. In some cases they will appear until your tan has finished processing.
16-24 hours after your appointment you may resume regular showers with soap.
Lotion well. Use a lotion with no fragrance. My personal favorite: Cetaphil. Tyr to lotion morning and night.
Avoid products such as coconut oil, baby oil, etc. Oils make your tan dissolve and fade quicker. Please also avoid lotions such as Bath and Body Works, Victorias Secret or any other highly fragrant lotions (these cause more harm than good to your skin)
Make it last! Pair your airbrush tan with a Tan Booster and Cucumber Mist. These products truly make your tan last longer, fade beautifully- you will not regret adding these products to your home care.

Membership Details

I offer memberships! They are a great way to take care of your skin all year long!

Memberships are set up as an automatic withdrawal from your debit or credit card on the 1st of every month, committing to a membership has many benefits including: glowing skin all year long, rewards, and the steepest discount on tans that I offer.
2 month commitment, after 2 months it is a month to month benefit.
Tans must be used within each month and do not carry over into other months.
To cancel you simply let me know 30 days prior to the 1st of the month.
Clients responsibility to schedule appointments.
Zero refunds. Cancellations and rescheduling (with less than 48 hours notice) and No shows will either forfeit that tan for the month (1 less tan from your membership) or you will receive a $20 fee.
Please only schedule in advance if you are confident you can make the appointment time. I've had a lot of issues lately with memberships booking far in advance and moving things last minute, which creates gaps in my schedule and makes it difficult for me to fill.

Pregnant and Nursing Women:

Pregnant?

I’ve tanned many pregnant women, including myself! The products I use are not harmful and are paired with a technique and equipment offering ventilation and barely any product in your air. I DO NOT give permission, if you have concerns please talk with your doctor.

Nursing?

Please plan on cleaning your breast post appointment before feeding your child to avoid product in milk or transferring to child. If its an option for you pumping and bottle feeding until your first shower is a great alternative and helps avoid ruining your tan or getting your baby dirty. You want to avoid skin to skin contact until you’ve showered so if you plan on breastfeeding please make sure your arms and any other typically exposed area other than the breast is covered to avoid transferring your tan.

17 and under:

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