People often ask me why I love spray tanning so much and my answer is always the same; It’s not just about making you look good, it’s about making you feel good too! Spray tanning is so much more than just a solution being applied to your skin, it’s a mindset game changer! In a survey carried out by Sienna X last year, 90% of women said they felt more confident just by having a spray tan… 90%, that’s amazing don’t you think? So, whether you are completely new to spray tanning or have had a few in the past, here are a few really important things I want you to know…
I’m Not Judging Your Body…
I appreciate the thought of getting semi naked in front of a complete stranger and then being sprayed with a solution that isn’t exactly warm, can fill you with dread. However, hand on heart, I only see a blank canvas that I can paint! It really is as simple as that, please don’t apologise to me for your body, you are beautiful just the way you are!
Tell Me Your Story…
I’m a complete people person, therefore I love to hear about you! When you come to me for a spray tan, I carry out an in-depth consultation because it’s important I get as much information about you as possible. Is your tan for a special occasion? Have you had spray tans previously? Do you use self- tan products at home? How well do you tan naturally? This all helps me to create the perfect tan for you.
Preparation Is Key…
For the best results, there are a few things that you’ll need to do before your spray tan. You will need to wax or shave at least 24 hours before your treatment. If you are choosing to be waxed, please ensure all residue is removed and exfoliated away so it doesn’t block the tan. If you are shaving, then open pores will need time to close, as the guide colour can sit in them. You will also need to exfoliate fully, paying particular attention dryer areas, such as knees, elbows and ankles.
Avoid Moisturiser Before… (No Matter What You May Of Heard)
It’s important to be completely free of moisturiser, make up and deodorant prior to your spray tan. These products can create a barrier on the skin and will affect the tan’s application. I do apply a small amount of barrier cream to elbows, hands, knees and ankles to avoid the tan being to heavily absorbed in these areas, but other than that, be completely au naturel!
I Promise, You Won’t Go Orange…
There is a real misconception around this, there are only two reasons that make a spray tan or a self tan look orange and they are; the tanning solution is to dark for that person’s skin tone and the second is the application of the tan has been applied to heavily. I am proud to work with the market leaders within the tanning industry; Sienna X. Their tanning solutions allow me to choose from five different shades and give my clients a natural, flawless and bespoke tan every time.
If you have any questions, I would love for you to get in touch. You can leave a comment below or pop over to my Facebook page. In the meantime, enjoy being the beautiful you!
Love, Nina x
Nina! I absolutely LOVE your approach to your work and the way you want to (and absolutely DO!) put your clients at ease 🙂 xx
Ah, thank you Anna, that means so much to me! Look forward to seeing you next week lovely lady xx