Spray Tanning

The tanning solution is professionally applied by a trained operator. This takes approximately five minutes. You will experience an immediate natural looking tan that will continue to develop over the next 12 hours, or a minimum of 4 hours for RAPID spray tan.

Will My Tan Be Orange or Streaky?

NO! An orange spray tan may be the result of the tanning solution applied being too dark for your skin type or may be an indication of low quality solution. In very rare cases it may be due to an imbalance of the skin's PH levels.

Champs-Elysees Day Spa uses the highest quality tanning solution and personalises the solution level just for you so you will end up with a beautiful natural tan without a hint of orange!

A streaky tan is generally a result of poor application or possibly a layer of moisturiser or deodorant is present on the skins surface.  Read on to see how to prepare for a spray tan to avoid this...

How do I prepare for a spray tan?

Exfoliate your body thoroughly before application of your spray tan. Pay attention to rough areas like knees, elbows, ankles and the tops of your toes.

Any exfoliating, including waxing or shaving, should ideally be carried at least 24 hours before your spray tan to avoid open pores. We recommend you don't apply moisturiser, deodorant or make-up before your spray tan as doing so may reduce the final result.

How do I make my tan last longer?

Allow your tan to dry before putting on dark loose clothing and ensure no water gets near your tan for at least 6 hours after the tanning session. Showering the following morning is the best option. We also recommend you don't exercise or perspire excessively during the 6 hours following your spray tan session.

When showering don't be concerned if some of the initial bronzer washes off. This is part of the tanning process. Apply a good moisturiser twice daily after showering. This reduces the rate at which your skin exfoliates and will keep your tan looking better for longer.

Other considerations in maintaining your tan are to avoid long baths or hot spas and avoid products designed to exfoliate the skin.

Important Advice

Skin: If you feel you have highly sensitive skin we recommend  a small localised test spray to check your skin compatibility before having a spray tan.

Clothing: We recommend you have dark, loose clothing to put on after your spray tan. Any minor rub-off will wash out of most fabrics but some lighter coloured materials may stain.

Sunscreen: SunFX spray tanning solution does not contain a sunscreen. Please make sure you apply sunscreen to prevent sunburn.

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