What makes your spray tan different than a machine booth?

Custom blended formula suited to your skin type, sweat resistant formulas, post-tan hydration spray, hand blended areas to avoid noticeable lines and creasing, drying powder to help those tricky spots stay even, and my knowledge and experience to guide you thru the process comfortably.

How do you know what formula to use for my tan?

During the consultation we always test your skin to compare it to the Fitzpatrick Scale and combine that knowledge with your preference and desires for your tan to create a shade that looks natural while still achieving your tan dreams.

What should I wear to my appointment?

Dark colored, loose clothing that doesn't sit directly on the skin is best. Think Adam Sandler vibes. Long sleeves and pants that are slightly baggy with open toed shoes that do not rub.

What if it's raining the day of my appointment?

No worries! wearing long sleeves, possibly a hood or hat, and long pants is the best option. If you have loose fitting closed toed shoes like slippers, rain boots or UGGs, those work well for inclement weather. Anything to protect your exposed skin post-tan, that still does minimal rubbing to the skin. I also always do my best to walk every client to their car with an umbrella when its rainy!

Why do I need to rinse my tan at a specific time?

Your first rinse post tan should be a quick, water-only "shower" to stop the DHA absorption to achieve the color/depth suggested by your artist. Rinsing too early or with soaps/shampoos can jeopardize your tan. Rinsing too late can result in unrealistic, unappealing looking color.

I won't have time to rinse after my tan until the next day, can I still get sprayed?

Yes! Always discuss your schedule with your artist. Solar Flair offer's an overnight solution made to sleep in. Rinsing doesn't need to happen until 8+ hours after your spray.

No. This is not common with quality solutions. Solar Flair uses many formulas with olive and violet bases in attempts to eliminate that orange-ish hue.

What products should I avoid before my tan?

Products with Mineral Oils, Victoria's Secret Body, Dove or Curel brand products, heavy lotions or perfumes, deodorant, foundation, concealer, face bronzer or blush. Always arrive to your appointment with clean, product free skin.

What products can strip my spray tan?

Products with mineral oils, or sulfates, accutane, retin-A, chlorine (pools or hot tubs), steam rooms or saunas, exfoliating scrubs, bar soap, witch hazel or ispropal alcohol, hair removal products, baby oil, insect repellents, petroleum jelly, make up remover wipes, nearly anything from brands like Victoria's Secret body, Dove, Curel, or Jergens.

All my lotions have mineral oil in them, what can I use?

Some common brands easy to find at the store that are spray tan safe include, Aveeno dialy moisturizer, Cerave, Shea Moisture, and Maui Babe After Browning Lotion.

I'm going on a vacation, when should I schedule my tan?

For vacations I recommend a rapid tan booked the day before you travel, still leaving time for your post-spray rinse. Or you and your artist can decide on an overnight solution that you won't need to rinse until arriving at your destination.

I'm getting married/I'm in a wedding, when should I schedule my tan?

wedding schedules are tight, book your tan for 2-3 days before the wedding to ensure your tan is at it's peak color the day of your event. Always allow time in your schedule for a post-spray rinse.

What is a Spray Party?

a spray party is a great way to save money if you have a group that all need to be sprayed. a 4 guest minimum is required for a party, and each person pays $50 instead of the usual $65 mobile price. This is great for Wedding parties, bachelorette parties, group vacations, photo shoots, or just when the squad wants to step out for the night!

I put deodorant on this morning before my tan, what do I do?

Tell your artist! Let's wipe that off and blend the underarm areas really well after your spray. We will figure it out!

How is my spray tan sweat resistant?

Our solutions all contain an ingredient called DMI. DMI is an organic, naturally sourced compound made from renewable corn sugar! It helps the DHA (natural tan ingredient) penetrate the deepest layers of the skin and enhance absorption of the product. DMI helps to boost color development and longevity, blocking those sweaty streaks from compromising your tan.

Are your spray tans only for white/caucasian skin?

No! Solar Flair takes great pride in offering solutions for EVERY skin type/tone. One solution I stock is formulated specifically for skin types 4-6 on the Fitzpatrick scale. Even if your skin is naturally a deep tone, spray tans can be a great addition to beauty routines by balancing skin tones, and evening out any inconsistencies giving you a healthy looking glow that blends with your natural base!

Why don't you use a Ph Balancing spray before the spray tan?

Ph spray or any prep spray seems to interfere with the absoption of DMI that is in all of our solutions, compromising the sweat resistent component of our formulas. All the solutions we stock are packed with Skin-Loving ingredients to ensure a flawless glow without a prep spray.

What's the difference between the rapid solutions and the others?

I consider any of our Formula's with a 14% DHA or higher a rapid. But this term isn't a one size fits all, it's based on your skin and tan wishes! Remember, it's rapid rinse, not rapid development!