A little homework
Pre-Tan Prep
Wondering when to exfoliate or what to wear? Start here. We’ve put the before-appointment essentials in one place. If anything’s unclear, ask us before your visit—we’re happy to help.
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Professional application
Clean, smooth, product-free skin is where it starts.
Step by Step
Your prep timeline
Evening appointment? Try to prep that morning. Coming in the morning? Prep the evening before.
Exfoliate
Use a washcloth with Cetaphil or CeraVe only. No oily scrubs, no bar soap, no Dove or similar.
Shave
Use a razor with minimal moisture strips. No shaving cream.
Arrive Lotion-Free
Come with no lotion on your skin. Makeup and deodorant can be removed at your appointment.
Dress for After
Wear long, loose, dark clothing post-appointment. Flip-flops or Uggs are great — no tennis shoes. No leggings, denim, or tight clothing while your tan develops.
Stay Dry
No sweating or getting wet until after your first bronzer rinse.
Skip Exfoliating Skincare
Whenever possible, skip exfoliating skincare for 7 days before your appointment, including retinol, glycolic acid, AHAs, and BHAs. Avoid exfoliating products while maintaining your tan, too. For prescription skincare, check with your prescriber before making changes.
What to wear
Keep it loose and comfortable while your tan develops.
Wear
Long, loose, dark clothing
Flip-flops or Uggs
Soft cotton
Skip
Tennis shoes
Leggings or denim
Tight clothing
Light colors
Make It Last
Extend your glow.
Our self-tanning-infused line tops up color between visits. Shop the collection.
Gentle, color-building daily cleanse.
Moisturize daily to hydrate and build color.
Keeps your face glowing.
Refresh or deepen your glow at home — Light, Medium, Dark.
Plus
Quick cool showers. Pat dry, don’t rub.
Be gentle with your glow
Saltwater, chlorine, hot tubs, long soaks, scrubbing, and exfoliating actives (retinol, acids) all cause uneven, faster fading.
Ready to glow?
A few easy steps, then you’re in our hands.