6 WAYS TO PREPARE FOR YOUR PERFECT SPRAY TAN
1. EXFOLIATE AT LEAST 4 HOURS BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Exfoliating or shaving several hours before your appointment gives your pores time to close and avoid discolouration. Be sure to use oil free exfoliants.
2. WEAR LOOSE FITTING CLOTHING
We recommend our clients to bring a loose-fitting dark fabric linen or cotton dress, kaftan to slip on after their tan. Avoid satin, silk, leather, or lycra as these fabrics draw moisture from the body, resulting in leaving marks over the body.
3. SHOWER SEVERAL HOURS BEFORE YOUR SPRAY TAN
If your skin is wet and your pores are exposed, the spray tan formula will not stick to your skin properly. This will leave you with a patchy, discoloured tan. Finish off your shower with a cold rise to close your pores.
4. AVOID MOISTURISERS AND OTHER BEAUTY PRODUCTS
Come to your appointment with clean skin. Moisturises and makeup are likely to prevent our spray tan formula from sticking to your skin.
5. COMPLETE ALL OTHER BEAUTY SERVICES FIRST
Be sure to take care of all beauty services such a waxing, facials, manicure, and massages before your appointment. Getting these services done right after your tan appointment is a sure way to get your gorgeous tan rubbed off.
6. BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT 2 DAYS BEFORE YOUR EVENT
Your skin needs time to fully absorb your spray tan. If you are getting sprayed before a big event, give your body 2-3 days to adjust to ensure your skin glows in the spotlight.
7 SPRAY TAN AFTER CARE TIPS TO MAINTAIN YOUR GLOW
1. AVOID TIGHT CLOTHING
Tight clothing, such as denim, active wear pants, socks, and bras as they are more likely to rub up against your skin and remove the tanning formula. Please do not wear socks and stick to sandals or flip flops for as long as possible.
2. DON’T EXFOLIATE UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO SAY GOODBYE
When you’re ready to get rid of your tan, use a gentle exfoliater and exfoliating mitt to create the perfect canvas for your next spray tan.
3. STAY AWAY FROM ALL MOISTURE FOR AT LEAST THREE HOURS FOLLOWING YOUR APPOINTMENT
This includes showering, working out, moisturising and liquid foundations on the skin. Give your skin the time it needs to soak in the spray tan formula.
4. TAKE YOUR FIRST SHOWER AT THE RECOMMENDED TIME FOR YOUR CUSTOMISED SPRAY TAN SHADE
At The Society and Co we offer four shades each with varying levels of processing time, ranging from 3 to 8 hours however, please don’t wait any more than 24 hours to do so. Use warm water and only natural body washes when you shower. Avoid harsh, scrubbing, hot water and staying in too long as this will cause your skin to loosen it’s hold on the spray tan. Please be sure to pat yourself dry. Keep your hair way from water for at least eight hours.
5. MOISTURISE WITH AN OIL FREE MOISTURISER
Moisturise in the morning and evening with an oil free, paraffin free and fragrance free moisturiser.
6. STAY AWAY FROM ANYTHING THAT MAY STRIP YOUR TAN
Avoid harsh chemicals, such as chlorine in pools, hot tubs, products containing acids, massages, fashion tape, and bandages.
7. KEEP YOUR HANDS OFF YOUR HOT SELF!
Try not to cross your legs and arms to minimise skin contact.
PRE-TAN Q&A
Do you have staffed hours?
We are staffed 6 days, 9am-5pm and sometimes even 7 days! Stay up to date on our socials for current information as our afterhours vary each week.
How do I prep my skin?
To prepare for your bronzing experience, you should exfoliate all areas then cleanse with a gentle cleanser. Ending your shower with a cool rinse helps to close pores and then remember not to moisturise as this will create a barrier to your spray tan. Some people ask if they should use tan eraser, but as this does not remove dead skin cells, in order to best prepare your skin for your next spray tan, we recommend exfoliating.
Should I shave before my spray tan?
Shaving is best done 6-24 hours prior to your appointment to allow the pores to settle and reduce the chance of “black dots” forming.
What do I need to bring?
Just yourself! At The Society & Co we provide all you need for a flawless tan, our private room offers barrier cream, hairnets, G-strings, sticky feet and wipes. We try to be as environmentally conscious as possible and whilst some items need to be disposable for hygiene purposes (e.g. hairnets), we choose not provide other non-essential disposables. If there are other items you feel you require, please don’t hesitate to get in touch to discuss.
What should I do right before my tan?
Apply a generous layer of our barrier cream to your ankles and feet, knees, elbows and all over hands, including fingernails. Wear a hair net but remember to position it just above your hairline all around your head. Our spray tan booth also has an instructional guide to help you through the whole process.
Are your tans safe for people who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have sensitive skin?
Our products are Australian made and free from SLS, parabens and gluten. They are also vegan, cruelty free, non-comedogenic (non-pore clogging) and the active ingredients are eco-certified and natural. This means they are very gentle on the skin and suitable for most skin types, however if you have any concerns whatsoever, we recommend you discuss with your dermatologist or medical professional.
When should I get my tan?
We recommend 2 days prior for the best result but the day before will also be fine. This allows sufficient time for the cosmetic bronzer to leave the skin and not leave marks on your garnets. We recommend booking a trial tan for important events such as weddings at least 2 weeks before to ensure you’re happy with the colour.
DURING TAN Q&A
How does the experience work?
The process is very easy, when you sign up online, come in store during our staffed hours for you to collect your tag or casual users will use a code generated through the app. Once at the studio we’ll run you through how everything works. Our room also has an instructional guide, plus the spray tan booth includes AI voice guidance through every step and a position guide poster. Arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before you appointment time and enter your own private room. Customize your shade and select to add your complimentary priming solution if you choose. Step into the booth, which can detect your height, along with easy to follow prompts it can apply the perfect spray tan in as little as 4 minutes. Leaving you dry with no sticky residue, our focus is on convenience.
How long does it take?
The spray tan itself only takes around 4 minutes, this includes full coverage and drying. We do ask that you keep your time in the room to a maximum of 20 minutes to allow time for everyone to enjoy the society experience!
What do I do if I dont want to tan my face?
Place one of our disposable hairnets over your face. This does seem strange however they are see through and breathable whilst preventing product from being applied to your facial area.
What should I wear during and after my tan?
For your spray tan you should remove all jewellery and we recommend you do not wear any underwear to allow for a full and flawless tan. Each booth session includes full body drying so you can then get fully dressed straight away with no wet feeling or sticky reside. We recommend our clients to bring a loose-fitting dark fabric linen or cotton dress or kaftan to slip on after their tan. Avoid satin, silk, leather, or lycra as these fabrics draw moisture of the body resulting in leaving marks over the body.
Is there someone onsite/how do I get help if needed?
Whilst we do often have staff on site 7 days a week, our facilities are state of the art, so staff are not always required. If you need assistance whilst no one is on site, then please call us on 0412 393 734 where we can assist and guide you through any questions.
Can I bring a friend/partner/child with me?
You are more than welcome to bring someone along, but we do ask that they stay in our waiting area and do not go into any rooms with you. If you have a child you wish to take into the room, you may do so but please remember you are responsible for their safety at all times as well as any damage incurred. For the safety and security of all our members we have security cameras monitoring the public areas and our booth technology allows us to track the tan types and times. Any misuse whatsoever may result in instant membership cancellation and reports sent to the police.
POST-TAN Q&A
Can I get dressed immediately?
Yes! All our sprays include a warm pass of air, both between each spray and at the end (don’t worry, the voice guidance will walk you through this at the time). This means you can get dressed immediately and get on with your day. Remember we have several colour options and shades; these will give you an immediate colour and then develop. We also have our clear base which goes on transparent and then will develop over the next 6-12 hours, if you prefer to not have the immediate colour option.
What if my tan has missed hard to reach areas?
Our booth is designed to give everyone as close to a perfect tan as possible. however every body is different! under breasts and but cheeks can sometimes be tricky for our tans to reach.
after your spray tan please help yourself to our touch up station located within your private room which displays a convenient bottle of tan solution and blending puffs to use if you require.
How do I care for my spray tan?
Your tan will continue to develop after you leave the studio but remember to clean your hands using the wipes provided immediately after your tan. Because our tans are organic and the active ingredients are so gentle and natural, they do not contain chemical accelerators and so take a little longer to develop. Depending on your tan shade selection shower after the recommended time and only use water and no soap or shower gel. Always gently pat dry with a towel and moisturise well to ensure a long lasting spay tan.
How long will my spray tan last?
This depends on may factors, including your own skin type and how fast it renews. With the correct preparation and aftercare your skin can stay bronzed and beautiful for 5 to 10 days. All spray tans include a priming solution that is sprayed on prior to your tan if your choose.
What is the secret to a long lasting tan?
Hydration, hydration, hydration!
We cannot preach this enough – increased water intake helps your skin act as a sponge. This teamed with daily moisturising and short lukewarm showers, will result in an even fading, long lasting tan that is easy to remove!
Can I swim after my tan?
We recommend to avoid swimming, high intensity exercise and
moisturising within the first 24 hours as our rapid solution continues to develop after the initial shower.
Do spray tans protect me from the sun?
Absolutely not! You may have found that you don’t burn as much when you have a spray tan, but it’s all an illusion as spray tans do not contain SPF so underneath your are causing damage to your skin. So SLIP, SLOP, SLAP!
When are the spray tan booths cleaned?
Our state-of-the-art booths have a wash down feature which automatically activates after each spray tan, ensuring you have a clean and comfortable experience. We also manually clean them every day and undertake further deep cleaning weekly.