How Long Does a Professional Spray Tan Last?
A professional spray tan typically lasts 5 to 10 days, depending on factors such as:
- Your skin type
- The DHA concentration in the tanning solution
- How well you maintain your tan
- To extend the life of your spray tan, it's essential to:
- Exfoliate thoroughly before your appointment
- Avoid using oil-based products afterward
- Moisturise daily to prevent patchiness
- Limit exposure to chlorinated water or excessive sweating
At Salon First, we stock a wide range of premium tanning solutions that deliver long-lasting, even colour. Whether you're a professional spray tan technician or maintaining a tan at home, proper prep and aftercare make all the difference.
Why Use a Tanning Tent?
A tanning tent provides a clean, professional environment for spray tanning—making it an essential tool for mobile technicians and salons alike.
Key Benefits:
- Contains overspray and protects walls and floors
- Helps maintain hygiene and cleanliness during sessions
- Offers clients a private, comfortable space for application
- At Salon First, we offer a range of pop-up tanning tents that are:
- Lightweight
- Easy to clean
- Ideal for travel or studio setups
Using a high-quality tanning tent not only ensures a mess-free experience but also enhances your professional presentation.
What aftercare should I follow to maintain results?
To ensure your clients get the longest-lasting, most flawless results from their professional spray tan, we recommend following a strict aftercare routine:
- Wait before showering: Instruct clients to avoid showering for 6–8 hours after a standard tan, or 1–4 hours if using an express solution.
- Avoid friction, sweating, and water during development time.
- Use pH-balanced, soap-free cleansers when rinsing—never exfoliate immediately after tanning.
- Moisturise daily with an oil-free lotion to extend the tan and prevent patchiness.
- Avoid chlorine, long hot showers, and abrasive body scrubs, as these will fade the tan faster.
At Salon First, we stock a full range of professional tanning aftercare products, including moisturisers, tan extenders, and pH-balanced cleansers—ideal for retailing to clients post-treatment.
When should I schedule a spray tan before an event?
For the best results, we recommend clients book their spray tan 1–2 days before their event. This gives the tan time to:
- Fully develop and settle into the skin tone
- Be rinsed, moisturised, and perfected
- Avoid any last-minute issues such as patching or streaking
For brides or first-time tanners, we suggest a trial tan 2–3 weeks before the big day to test the solution and shade. As a wholesale distributor, Salon First equips salons with a variety of customisable tanning solutions, making it easy to deliver a tailored result for each client’s skin tone and event needs.
We offer a range of machines suited for both in-salon services and mobile tanning professionals, along with compatible accessories, spare parts, and maintenance support to keep your equipment running smoothly.
Where can I buy beauty salon supplies wholesale?
You can shop directly from us at Salon First, Australia’s trusted destination for wholesale beauty salon supplies. We supply professionals with high-performance products across waxing, skincare, brows, lashes, salon furniture, hygiene, and more.
Our account holders enjoy:
- Access to trade-only pricing
- Fast nationwide shipping
- Top brands trusted by industry experts
- Professional education and training support
Register today for a wholesale account at salonfirst.com.au and unlock exclusive access to the tools you need to grow your business.