PRICING
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TAN
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Try to book other routine services prior to your tan; e.g. manicure/pedicure, waxing, facial, hair treatments, etc.
Be sure to EXFOLIATE 24 hours before your appointment! Shave 12 hours before your appointment. Stay away from cleansing oils. After showering, DO NOT apply lotions, oils, or perfumes.
THE DAY OF YOUR APPOINTMENT
Take a basic shower - no oils, no lotions/creams, nor perfumes. Use deodorant sparingly. Wear or bring dark, loose clothing and open-toed sandals like flip flops or slides. Avoid restrictive, tight clothing such as workout clothes, bras, etc.
DURING YOUR TAN
At arrival we will establish your skin type and desired shade to ensure you get the best customized glow. We will address any questions you may have and confirm that your consent forms are complete. You’ll be provided with a hair cap to protect your hair and offered disposable underwear & eye/nose/ear coverings. These are optional and offered as a courtesy, recommended but not required (unless by your healthcare professional*).
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You will disrobe to your comfort level. Most people tan nude or topless, but it's completely up to each individual client. We like to remind our clients that any covered areas will not tan and will produce tan lines. Once you’ve disrobed, you will enter the tanning area & your hands/feet will be prepped. An extraction fan is used inside the tent to minimize overspray.
You will be guided throughout the entire tanning process on how to stand and position yourself. Once complete, you will be dried thoroughly and blended in areas with bending skin (elbows, wrists, ankles, etc.) Your hands and feet will be cleaned. Once completely dry, you will dress in loose clothing or a robe. The session only takes about 20 minutes, but the tan will continue to develop over the following hours. It is important to follow post tan instructions to achieve optimal results!
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
It is very important to refrain from showering and sweating for 6 - 8 hours after tan.
The first shower is a thorough lukewarm water-only rinse - no soap, no loofahs! Use your hands to remove the bronzer. Pay attention to legs, back of arms, ankles, etc.
The #1 cause for streaks is that the bronzer was not rinsed off properly and can stain the skin for a few days.
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Wait 12 hours AFTER your initial rinse before applying any kind of lotion. Cetaphil & CeraVe are our favorites. Keep the skin moisturized to prolong your tan. Apply moisturizer at least twice a day. Avoid AHA, BHA, retinols. Avoid saunas, chlorinated water & saltwater if possible. Shaving is okay 3 days after your tan if needed. Workouts are okay16 - 24 hours post-tan and we recommend an additional rinse off prior to working out. Avoid non-Dolce Glow self-tanners, as they may cause yellowing.
The length of your spray tan really depends on the maintenance afterwards. Moisturizing and staying hydrated are two important factors to support the length of your tan!