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How
spray tan works - The specially made airbrush atomises
the "Sun Spray" into a cooling vapour onto the skin ensuring an
even application. One of the active ingredients in the spray tan
is, Dihydroxyacetone (DHA), causes a chemical reaction with the
amino acids on the outermost top layer of skin to produce a bronzed
tan - much like the sun does but without UVA and UVB damage to the
skin. With absolutely no sun exposure at all, the tan usually lasts
between 4 - 10 days. The way the tan fades and the length of time
it lasts is dependent on how each person naturally loses his or
her skin. Regular moisturising is essential to prolong the duration
of the tan, especially during hotter months or in dry climates.
Booking for a "double application" ensures an even longer lasting
and more natural looking tan and offers a cost saving. Scroll down
for more information.
Prior to and on the day of your tan - In the morning of your tanning appointment (or the night before) you should exfoliate your entire body. Exfoliation will remove dead skin that would otherwise flake off and helps to promote even coverage and lengthen the duration of your tan. When you exfoliate, pay particular attention to the lower half of your legs, knees, ankles, top of feet, toes, elbows and knuckles. You may use an exfoliating lotion, face cloth, scrubbing mitt or loofah. Use a pumice stone on feet if necessary. Shaving or waxing - It is best to shave or wax at least 12 hours before your tanning appointment. We are unable to offer any waxing treatments on the same day of your tan. Waxing during the life of your tan will remove it - therefore we recommend that you do not wax for at least 7 days after the application. Cremes and lotions - Do not apply moisturisers or use any roll-on deodorants until after your post-tanning shower (see below), lotions can act as a barrier and prevent the Sun Spray from contacting with the skin. The same applies to your face and the wearing of make-up. What to wear - Wear loose fitting clothing, preferably a sundress, along with sandals to your tanning appointment. Plan to spend about 30 to 40 minutes at the salon. The actual tanning takes about 15-20 minutes but you will need to allow about 10 minutes for drying time. Wear a dark coloured costume or garment of your preference. The Tanning System solution washes out of most clothing very easily, but tends to stain light nylon materials. Following the application - Modern spray tans have eliminated most problems associated with self-tanners, however, a few stubborn challenges remain. Immediately following your tanning application, for at least 5 hours, you should:
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Post-Tan
Shower - Wait at least 8 hours after your tanning application
before showering or bathing. You need to allow enough time for the
reaction to take place - the longer the better. Do not be alarmed
if you see colour washing off the first time you shower as this is
just the surface colour application. Your skin will continue to tan
as the self-tan reaction works on your skin. |
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| Tel:
01304 225633 Mobile: 07859 034347. 105 Barton Road, Dover, Kent. 2 mins from St Edmund's School. |
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Conjunction with The
Kent School of Beauty Offering Kent beauty courses to the beauty industry |
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