If you just got a spray tan, you may want to know how to care for and maintain it. People pay big bucks sometimes for a good spray tanning session, so it might be worth taking a little time to learn how to get the most out of it. A tanning spray can last 2 days or it can last 10 days, it all depends on how you store it. Right after a session, there are things you need to keep in mind to get a good tan, like the clothes you wear, exposure to water, and shaving. You also need to know how to maintain it to prolong it as long as possible.
Immediately after a spray tan, you should not wear anything close to your skin. Do not wear socks or shoes. You should wear loose fitting clothing and a bucket of slippers or flip flops will be great. Wearing loose-fitting clothing will not wash away the tanning solution. Just be sure to choose dark clothing so that tan spots aren’t obvious.
Do not go swimming or showering until at least 6 hours after treatment. Excess sweating can also interfere with the results. If you shower early or not at all, it will stop darkening and you will not get optimal results.
For a long-lasting tan, take quick cold showers. Using hot water and taking long baths will shed dead skin cells faster for a shorter tan. After taking cold showers, you shouldn’t rub your skin dry because it will rub off the tan as well. The best way is to air dry or pat dry.
Do not swim in a chlorinated pool and do not swim in salt water. Salt and chlorine will make your tan fade faster.
You also need to hydrate your skin to keep your tan vibrant and long-lasting. Preserving skin condition by keeping it moist will prevent dead skin from shedding faster and therefore a longer tan. If you drink a lot of water, this should be good too.
Tanning can make many people look their best. Not everyone can look good with a tan and not everyone likes to tan. You’d be surprised how many people would still prefer to sunbathe even with all the risks of the sun. A spray tan can look very natural depending on how well it has been applied and can last as long as you are careful how you dress when you leave the salon or spa. You need to remember not to shower immediately and how to properly maintain it.