A beautiful spray tan should fade naturally and evenly, leaving your skin looking healthy the entire time. The good news? A few simple habits can help your glow last longer without needing constant reapplication.
At SunFX, we believe the secret to a long-lasting tan isn’t doing more – it’s doing the right things for your skin.
Here’s how to keep your glow looking fresh for as long as possible.
The longevity of your spray tan starts before your appointment even begins.
Exfoliating removes dry, uneven skin that can cause tanning solution to cling to certain areas and fade unevenly.
Focus on areas where skin tends to be thicker or drier:
• elbows
• knees
• ankles
• wrists
Using a gentle exfoliating product helps create a smooth surface so the tanning solution develops evenly.
Recommended prep product:
SunFX Grapefruit Body Polish – a gentle exfoliating scrub designed to smooth skin before tanning. Best used with SunFX Exfoliating Mitts
Heavy oils, lotions, or body butters can create a barrier on the skin that prevents tanning solution from developing evenly.
On the day of your appointment:
• Avoid moisturizers
• Avoid oil-based body products
• Avoid deodorants and perfumes on the skin
Clean, dry skin allows the spray tan solution to absorb properly for the best results.
After your spray tan appointment, your skin needs time for the color to develop.
During the development period:
• Avoid showering
• Avoid sweating
• Avoid swimming
• Avoid tight clothing
Your spray tan technician will recommend the appropriate development time depending on the solution used.
When it’s time for your first rinse, keep it short and lukewarm, and avoid soaps during that first shower if possible.
Moisturized skin holds onto a spray tan longer.
When skin becomes dry, it sheds faster, which causes your tan to fade more quickly.
Daily moisturizing helps maintain both skin health and color longevity.
Look for lightweight lotions that hydrate without clogging pores.
Recommended tan-safe moisturizer:
SunFX Body Milk – a lightweight hydrating lotion designed to support skin moisture while maintaining your glow.
Many body washes contain ingredients that can strip or break down spray tans faster.
To protect your color, avoid:
• sulfates
• harsh exfoliants
• alcohol-heavy cleansers
Instead, use a gentle, hydrating body wash that cleanses without stripping the skin.
Recommended product:
SunFX Hydrating Body Wash – a gentle cleanser designed to keep skin clean while helping maintain your spray tan.
Exfoliation is essential before your tan – but once your tan has developed, too much exfoliation can shorten its lifespan.
Scrubs, exfoliating gloves, or harsh towels will remove the outer layer of skin faster, causing your tan to fade prematurely.
Stick to gentle cleansing and allow the tan to fade naturally.
If you want to keep your glow going longer, a gradual tanning lotion can help refresh fading areas while keeping your skin hydrated.
Gradual tanning products add a small amount of color with each use, helping maintain a natural, even glow between spray tan appointments.
Recommended product:
SunFX Gradual Tan Extender – a hydrating lotion designed to refresh and extend your spray tan.
At SunFX, we believe a beautiful tan starts with healthy skin.
That’s why our products are designed to:
When your skin is balanced and cared for, your spray tan will always look better and last longer.
To get the most from your spray tan, explore our SunFX collection designed to prepare, protect, and extend your glow.
SunFX Grapefruit Body Polish – Pre-tan exfoliation
SunFX Body Milk – Daily tan-safe moisturizer
SunFX Hydrating Body Wash – Gentle cleanser
SunFX Gradual Tan Extender – Extend your glow
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