What is Spray Tanning and What are the Advantages?

What is spray tanning?

Most of us may be aware that tan can bring a healthy glow to our skin. If you get a complete body tanning, it can help hide any patchy areas on the skin or give an even tone to the skin. The most natural way to get a tan is to bask under sunlight, but you may not have time sometimes to get a tan naturally. Sitting under the sun all through the day can harm your skin with the UV rays of the sun. People who want a healthy looking and glowing tan in a very short time can choose a spray tan.There are many local salons that have spray tanning machines that you can visit to get a glowing tan.

Spray Tan

This is a sunless way to get tanned and is popularly called UV free tanning. In this method spray tanning solution or chemicals with color pigment is applied on the on skin. Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is generally an ingredient of spray tanning solution which reacts with the skin to get a tanned glow. This type of tan is temporary and can last from anywhere 3 to 7 days based on your skin type and tanning solution quality.

Advantages of Spray Tan

Spray tanning is used by people of all ages but is most popular with the younger crowd due to a number of reasons. Here are some benefits of spray tanning:

• You don’t have to sit under the ultra-violet rays of the sun to get a healthy glow on your skin.
• It highlights your features and gives a radiant look.
• Spray tan is really fast to apply and will take about 10 to 15 minutes to tan the complete body.
• The tanning technique is accurate and even when compared to the patchy do-it yourself tans
• You can cover up your stretch marks, varicose veins or any irregularities with spray tanning.

Spray Tanning Tips

Best Practices and Spray Tanning Tips

When you go in for in-salon option, you can have a private spray booth or a personalized spray tan done by a technician with a spray tanning system. Getting it done in a booth is fast but there are some chances of missing out some areas. If you want precision, it is best to get the application done from a professional spray tan artist. On an average this application can take about five to 15 minutes and can be customized to your needs.

Get a test spray done once you decide on your method. It can require some payment but it is better to ensure that you like the color all over your body. Get the small part of the leg or tummy sprayed first to ensure that you like the color.  In case you are getting the tanning treatment for a big event, it is best to go for the test trial three or four weeks before the big day to make sure that you get a natural, desired shade.

Preparation for Tanning

If you want a clean smooth, effect for your spray-tanning experience, exfoliate with a body scrub that is oil-free and remove all unwanted hair. Do not apply any lotion as the cream can in fact become a barrier for the solution and the spray will not develop and color fully.

Give time for the tan to rest

It is a big mistake to have several layers of spray tans without allowing the earlier tan to fade away evenly. It is a good idea to mildly polish your body after every few days to ensure a natural, even fading.  Based on the turnover of your own skin cell turnover, a spray tan can last from five to almost nine days. If you want to delay the tan, keep away from water for long periods and to dry off pat your skin without excessive rubbing.

Spray Tanning Systems for Your Home

Home Spray Tanning Systems

Two new light and mobile systems have been introduced by hvlpTAN™ powered by fujisprayTAN™ to apply tanning solution products skillfully.

It is possible to achieve a flawless tan effortlessly with hvlpTAN™ Spray Tanning Systems.  The hvlpTAN™ series are very simple to use and have been especially designed to apply tanning solutions consistently and professionally.

Turbine of the hvlpTAN™ is light and durable that runs on a 450 watt motor. It has been designed with a safety feature, the breaker switch sitting at the base of the turbine, which is not seen in most other turbines in this category. The turbine is reliable and portable for ease of use almost anywhere including road, home, important show or in a salon.

Some tips to help you prefect tan with a home spray tan machine:

Exfoliate: You will get a splotchy look even with the finest tanners if the dead skin cells are not scrubbed off first. It is best to use an oil-free exfoliator as oil can prevent penetration of the tanner.

Preparation: Remove any deodorant on you as it can react with the tanner, turning your underarms green for the short time. Hair should be pulled away from the face and wear a shower cap. Moisturizer should be applied on the eyebrows to safeguard them from turning orange. Apply a thin layer of body lotion on your hands, elbows, heels and feet so that the tanner is not absorbed by the dry areas.

Work on: To avoid creating uncanny tan lines while bending begin with your lower part of the body. The can should be held a minimum of eight inches away from the body. Spray in a steady, slow and even up to down motion from your thighs to calves to feet. Less tanner can be used for the ankles and feet, as skin here is more absorbent as compared to your legs.

Get in the middle: For back and front of your torso spray in three sections, first in the middle then each side. Be light between the breasts as typically the skin here is superabsorbent due to constant bra friction. Then go for the arms, slow under the armpits, as tan here will be naturally lighter. Wrists should be sprayed very lightly, to make sure that it doesn’t give the look of wearing tan gloves.

On the Face: Spray your face lightly in parts rather than covering the whole face at one go.  Top of the hand should be taken last and finally, mist the inner wrists. To complete the whole process, use a dry cloth to wipe your nails.

Dress up: When you are dry, wear dark and loose clothes as the tanner can rub off a little initially for eight hours. In case any part of the body looks dark after that, rub some lemon on it.