How Long Does a Spray Tan Last?
A professional spray tan typically lasts around 5 to 10 days, depending on your skin, preparation, aftercare, and daily routine.
Want your spray tan to stay smooth and even for as long as possible?
It starts before you ever step into the spray tan room.
What Makes a Spray Tan Last Longer?
Spray tan solution works with the outermost layer of your skin.
As your skin naturally sheds, your tan gradually fades with it.
That means anything that causes your skin to exfoliate faster can make your spray tan fade faster.
Hot tubs, long baths, aggressive exfoliation and frequent shaving can all shorten the life of your tan.
Does Showering Remove a Spray Tan?
Your first rinse is an important part of your spray tan.
Your spray tan artist will tell you when to rinse based on the solution used during your appointment.
When you first rinse, you may see brown color going down the drain.
Don’t panic.
Much of what you’re seeing is the cosmetic bronzer rinsing away — not your entire spray tan.
Your developed color remains on your skin.
How Can I Make My Spray Tan Last Longer?
Once you’ve completed your first rinse:
Keep showers short.
Avoid extremely hot water.
Pat your skin dry instead of aggressively rubbing.
Moisturize regularly.
Avoid scrubs and exfoliating gloves until you’re ready to remove the tan.
Limit long baths, pools and hot tubs when possible.
Why Does My Spray Tan Fade Faster in Certain Areas?
Hands, feet, face and other high-contact areas may fade faster.
Frequent handwashing, skincare products, sweating and friction can all affect how quickly different areas fade.
Your tan probably won’t disappear perfectly evenly from head to toe — and that’s normal.
Professional Spray Tanning in Windham, NH
At The Skin & Waxing Studio, spray tans aren’t one-size-fits-all.
We take the time to assess your skin and desired result so we can create a customized color instead of simply spraying everyone with the same solution.
Whether you’re tanning for vacation, a wedding, an event or simply because you want some color, we’ve got you.
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