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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:

1. 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.
2. Avoid friction, sweating, and water during development time.
3. Use pH-balanced, soap-free cleansers when rinsing—never exfoliate immediately after tanning.
4. Moisturise daily with an oil-free lotion to extend the tan and prevent patchiness.
5. 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.

• Access to trade-only pricing
• Fast nationwide shipping
• Top brands trusted by industry experts
• Professional education and training support