"Can you make me DARK?!"
Especially this time of year, this seems to be a very common desire, and understandably so. It is not quite sunbathing weather, and yet it is warm enough for skirts and short sleeves. We also understand that if a person cannot tan naturally, it is a huge temptation to want to be as dark as absolutely possible. However, there are a few drawbacks to going super dark.
First of all, especially if it is the first time to tan with us, we don't want you to go from glowing white to brazilian babe in a matter of minutes. (You might scare your friends! ;))
Second, and perhaps most important is the fact that the tan will not wear off as evenly or smoothly as it would with a nice light to medium color. Certainly, if your skin type is very fair to fair, the tan will look beautiful only for about 5 days, instead of the week to 10 days it is designed to last. Then, it will begin to wear off in patches instead of just gradually fading away. We just find it better to forewarn anyone dreaming of a Bronze-a-licious tan before going with that dark setting. Our philosophy is that you can always add to, but you cannot take away.
However, if you absolutely have your heart set on dark, there are ways to overcome this problem with a tan extender. It will take a bit more effort in applying the tan extend immediately when you begin to notice the first signs of "patchiness". But, with any luck, you should be able to get the rest of the life out of your tan. Talking this over with your Spraytopia airbrush artist is a great way to determine what is the best setting for your skin type.
Answering all the airbrush or spray tanning questions you can come up with...
Monday, February 20, 2012
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Tell Me About the Parties...
Why host a party?
The main reason for hosting a party is that the hostess' tan is FREE! Another benefit is that those in attendance receive a discounted rate on their tans as well. And, last but not least- it's just plain fun to get together with a group of friends, whatever the reason!
What is required to host a party?
It really can be as simple or elaborate as the hostess wants it to be. The hostess is responsible for refreshments of their choice, as well as choosing a date and inviting their friends to attend. That is really it! Simple!
What are the rates for the party participants?
$25 per person if up to 5 party participants
$20 per person if 6 or more party participants
Ideas for groups of participants:
Cheerleaders
Wedding Parties
Prom Parties
Graduation Parties
Teacher Parties
Office Parties
Dance Team Parties
Spa Night Parties
Formal Dance Parties
Tween/Teen Birthday Parties
or any group of friends the hostess chooses!
Call or text Spraytopia Airbrush Tanning at 254-716-8437 with more questions or to schedule your party.
The main reason for hosting a party is that the hostess' tan is FREE! Another benefit is that those in attendance receive a discounted rate on their tans as well. And, last but not least- it's just plain fun to get together with a group of friends, whatever the reason!
What is required to host a party?
It really can be as simple or elaborate as the hostess wants it to be. The hostess is responsible for refreshments of their choice, as well as choosing a date and inviting their friends to attend. That is really it! Simple!
What are the rates for the party participants?
$25 per person if up to 5 party participants
$20 per person if 6 or more party participants
Ideas for groups of participants:
Cheerleaders
Wedding Parties
Prom Parties
Graduation Parties
Teacher Parties
Office Parties
Dance Team Parties
Spa Night Parties
Formal Dance Parties
Tween/Teen Birthday Parties
or any group of friends the hostess chooses!
Call or text Spraytopia Airbrush Tanning at 254-716-8437 with more questions or to schedule your party.
Monday, December 12, 2011
When should I get a tan for my event?
How early should I get a tan for my special event?
Weddings, dances, parties and even just a date night are special events in this thing we call life. Of course, when an airbrush spray tan is to be part of the event, timing is important.
In our opinion, the very best time to get an airbrush tan from Spraytopia is 1-2 days before the special event. Even though our particular solution will last at least a week to 10 days, it looks the brightest and most beautiful the 2 days following the spray. This will also ensure that the bronzer has been washed off of your skin, and will not rub off onto that special clothing. In the event that 1-2 days before is not an option, contact your spray tech professional as soon as possible to discuss alternative plans.
Weddings, dances, parties and even just a date night are special events in this thing we call life. Of course, when an airbrush spray tan is to be part of the event, timing is important.
In our opinion, the very best time to get an airbrush tan from Spraytopia is 1-2 days before the special event. Even though our particular solution will last at least a week to 10 days, it looks the brightest and most beautiful the 2 days following the spray. This will also ensure that the bronzer has been washed off of your skin, and will not rub off onto that special clothing. In the event that 1-2 days before is not an option, contact your spray tech professional as soon as possible to discuss alternative plans.
Friday, November 25, 2011
How to remove leftover spray tan spots?
How can I get ALL of the spray tan residue off of my skin?
Since we have already established that the way to get the best airbrush tan is to have perfectly exfoliated skin, getting all of the spray tan residue off is a really important step in the process. There are a couple of things that can be done when you are ready for the tan to come off. First, soaking in a good long hot bath, while scrubbing with a loofah or old thin washrag is the best thing you can do to remove the tan. However, if there are still a few places with residual tan, you might try using a body scrub.
Attached is a recipe for a completely natural homemade citrus body scrub that we like. We hope you will enjoy the exfoliating qualities as much as we do.
Citrus Body Scrub:
1/2 cup sea salt
1/2 olive oil
1 or 2 slices of lemon
1 or 2 slices of oranges
Put all of the above ingredients into a blender, and blend. According to your preference, you can either leave the citrus slices unpeeled or peel them. Either way, the scrub is great smelling, and leaves the skin feeling smooth and free of any spray tan residue. Enjoy!
Since we have already established that the way to get the best airbrush tan is to have perfectly exfoliated skin, getting all of the spray tan residue off is a really important step in the process. There are a couple of things that can be done when you are ready for the tan to come off. First, soaking in a good long hot bath, while scrubbing with a loofah or old thin washrag is the best thing you can do to remove the tan. However, if there are still a few places with residual tan, you might try using a body scrub.
Attached is a recipe for a completely natural homemade citrus body scrub that we like. We hope you will enjoy the exfoliating qualities as much as we do.
Citrus Body Scrub:
1/2 cup sea salt
1/2 olive oil
1 or 2 slices of lemon
1 or 2 slices of oranges
Put all of the above ingredients into a blender, and blend. According to your preference, you can either leave the citrus slices unpeeled or peel them. Either way, the scrub is great smelling, and leaves the skin feeling smooth and free of any spray tan residue. Enjoy!
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Can I wear shoes and socks after the tan?
With winter weather approaching, it is very tempting to want to wear those warmer shoes or socks to your spray tan appointment. However, unless you want to look like you are wearing permanent socks, it is best to wear shoes without absorbent qualities to the tanning salon. Leave those cute UGGs at the house, and go for the spray tan's best friend- the flip flop, instead. It is only for a little while, so that the tan can completely dry. We have found that after about an hour or so,and from then on- it does not harm the tan to put on warmer shoes.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Can I exercise after my spray tan?
This week we have been asked numerous times: "Can I exercise after I get my tan?".
The answer is that the tan needs to fully set first. The first 8-12 hours after receiving the tan are the most critical in terms of not getting it wet. If at all possible, you (the client) need to wait at least the full 8 hours before sweating profusely. Otherwise, the sweat will act just as water to the tan, and will cause it not to fully develop.
After the tan has fully developed, however, exercising is not really cautioned against, unless it is excessive. This is due to the fact that excessive sweat can have a bit of an exfoliating quality. So, if you do sweat alot, you might notice a little bit of wear and tear on your underarms or places that perspiration sits. If this is the case, simply use the tan extend in those places to get the most out of the life of your tan. Also, if exercise is causing you to shower more than once per day, the showering alone will cause the tan to fade faster. Remember, the more showers you take while having a spray tan, the quicker it will fade.
The answer is that the tan needs to fully set first. The first 8-12 hours after receiving the tan are the most critical in terms of not getting it wet. If at all possible, you (the client) need to wait at least the full 8 hours before sweating profusely. Otherwise, the sweat will act just as water to the tan, and will cause it not to fully develop.
After the tan has fully developed, however, exercising is not really cautioned against, unless it is excessive. This is due to the fact that excessive sweat can have a bit of an exfoliating quality. So, if you do sweat alot, you might notice a little bit of wear and tear on your underarms or places that perspiration sits. If this is the case, simply use the tan extend in those places to get the most out of the life of your tan. Also, if exercise is causing you to shower more than once per day, the showering alone will cause the tan to fade faster. Remember, the more showers you take while having a spray tan, the quicker it will fade.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
What To Do About Places That Wear Off Faster?
What do I do about the spots that seem to wear off faster? Almost every woman has places or spots that tend to wear off a little faster than the rest of her body. According to research, one of the most common reasons is our hormones, along with excessive sweating, and long, hot showers. You might notice between the breasts, the bend of the elbow, back of the knee, or the top of the back seem to be places that the tan fades fastest (It's different for each woman).
The problem that is easily remedied is the top of the back, caused by the long hot shower. If you can stand away from the shower head a bit, and take a little shorter (maybe cooler) shower, the top of the back should last much longer. Obviously, we can't just change our hormones over night; and for those that exercise, excessive sweating is difficult to avoid. So, what to do? First of all, with our particular solution, patting dry with a towel, instead of rubbing dry will definately help extend the life of the tan. However, the best thing that can be done is to use tan extender of some sort. There are a variety of products on the market today that will help you get the most out of the life of your tan. By simply applying the extender to the particular place that wears off on YOUR body, the life of your tan can be extended by several days. Results will typically be seen in 4-6 hours. If an immediate result is needed, bronzing powder can be used to "fill in" those places while waiting for the extender to react with your skin.
The problem that is easily remedied is the top of the back, caused by the long hot shower. If you can stand away from the shower head a bit, and take a little shorter (maybe cooler) shower, the top of the back should last much longer. Obviously, we can't just change our hormones over night; and for those that exercise, excessive sweating is difficult to avoid. So, what to do? First of all, with our particular solution, patting dry with a towel, instead of rubbing dry will definately help extend the life of the tan. However, the best thing that can be done is to use tan extender of some sort. There are a variety of products on the market today that will help you get the most out of the life of your tan. By simply applying the extender to the particular place that wears off on YOUR body, the life of your tan can be extended by several days. Results will typically be seen in 4-6 hours. If an immediate result is needed, bronzing powder can be used to "fill in" those places while waiting for the extender to react with your skin.
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