Question 1

DEVELOPMENT PERIOD - WAIT THE RECOMMENDED LENGTH OF TIME FOR YOUR SPRAY TAN TO DEVELOP

Accepted Answer

The development period varies depending on the solution used and the colour you want to achieve. For a REGULAR tan, wait a minimum of 8 to 12 hours and no longer than 24 hours before rinsing. For a RAPID tan, wait 1 to 5 hours before rinsing. This is the period of time required for the development of NUDA spray tanning solutions. Your spray tan artist will be able to clarify this at your appointment and provide details about when you should rinse to achieve the perfect glow.
 
***Avoid touching your skin during this time. The topical bronzer that sits on top of the skin can transfer to the palms of your hands, which will result in your hands looking dark and very unnatural.

Question 2

STAY DRY - AVOID SWEATING OR GETTING YOUR SKIN WET WHILE YOUR TAN IS DEVELOPING

Accepted Answer

Following your spray tan application, it is so important to keep your skin as dry as possible DURING THE DEVELOPMENT PERIOD. Perspiration, contact with liquids, and/or the use of products can disrupt the development process — the DHA in the sunless solution will not properly absorb into the skin, causing an uneven or lighter result on the body.

Avoid contact with liquids - DO NOT wash your hands, be careful not to spill on yourself when taking a drink, no swimming, no heavy cleaning, and do not do the dishes (yay!!).

Avoid activities that provoke sweating — for example: working out, doing outdoor work, taking a dance class, etc.

If it is raining or snowing outside before and/or after your appointment, make sure your body is completely covered. Bring an umbrella or a garment that has a hood and cover your feet.
 
Do not apply cream, makeup, or any other products on the skin during the development period.

***The first time the body can get wet is for the initial rinse (see ‘RINSING’ section), which is done at a specific time. This varies depending on the type of sunless solution used and the depth of colour you want to achieve.

Question 3

THE FIRST RINSE - GENTLY USE YOUR HANDS TO THOROUGHLY RINSE THE BRONZER OFF THE FACE AND BODY - USE WATER ONLY AND PAT DRY

Accepted Answer

Your alarm has gone off! You’ve waited the recommended length of time for your tan to develop and now it’s time to rinse! The first rinse is intended to simply wash off the cosmetic bronzer, leaving you with your sunless glow. 
                                                                                  
                                                                           *This is not a full shower*
 
When you get in the shower, gently use your hands (or a removable shower head) to rinse the entire body and face. USE WATER ONLY. Lukewarm water is suggested. Do not use any soaps or other products and avoid washing your hair. At this point, soaps and hair products may be too harsh on a fresh tan and could affect the final result.

As soon as the water hits your skin you will begin to see the cosmetic bronzer run off the body right away. This is exactly what should happen; you are not washing away your spray tan. 
 
Be very thorough as you are rinsing to prevent the cosmetic bronzer from leaving streaks on the skin. Pay attention to areas that are harder to reach and easy to miss: behind the ears, back of the neck, underarms, in between the legs, back of the legs, etc. Don't forget to rinse your face! Seems like an obvious place, but this is a reminder just in case. Tip - cup your hands and gently splash water onto your face to rinse.

Rinse until the water runs clear. This should take 5 minutes tops! Do not stay in the shower too long.
 
After you rinse, PAT THE SKIN DRY — DO NOT RUB! Rubbing the skin with a towel when the skin is wet will cause the spray tan solution to pill or ‘ball up’ on your skin.
 
***It is recommended you take your first full shower (using product and washing your hair) after your your spray tan has reached its full colour. This is usually at least 24 hours following the first rinse. For example — you received a spray tan in the evening, rinsed off the cosmetic bronzer first thing in the morning, then took a full shower before bed or the following morning. For more details, see ‘Maintaining Your Airbrush Tan.’

Question 4

EVENING APPOINTMENTS AND OVERNIGHT DEVELOPMENT TIME

Accepted Answer

It is always best to schedule your appointment when you have little to no plans following your session. The less you do while your spray tan develops, the better. The best advice we could give would be to go home, lay in bed, and watch a movie. Drinking wine and eating peanut butter cups is also recommended...just don't spill liquids on your skin!
 
For some, the most convenient time to schedule a spray tan is in the evening, so you may be sleeping while your spray tan develops. If this is the case for you, here are some important things to keep in mind.
 
It is strongly recommend that you wear loose clothing or pajamas that cover your chest, arms, and legs. You should already have on loose-fitting clothing following your spray tan session, so we suggest staying in those clothes for the night while your spray tan develops. Avoid wearing shorts, t-shirts, and tank tops, and DO NOT sleep fully nude. The more skin you have exposed, the higher the risk of skin-to-skin contact, which could cause your tan to develop unevenly and create unwanted marks on the skin. Plus...you do not want to wake up to very dark palms and a hand print on your leg!
 
Keeping your skin fully covered will also help to avoid spreading the topical bronzer onto your bedsheets. Using a large towel to lay on to protect your sheets is recommended but not necessary. The accelerators present in the NUDA products could temporarily soil your clothing or bed sheets, but a laundry wash will remove all product.
 
Be mindful of the position you sleep in. Try to find a position that will allow you to move as little as possible while you sleep. 
 
If you tend to sweat while you sleep, wear something on the lighter side, open a window, or have a fan blowing throughout the night. As mentioned above, staying completely dry is necessary for the development of your spray tan until the first rinse.
 
***KEEP IN MIND: You might notice marks, deeper colour in fine lines, and/or unevenness on the skin while your spray tan develops - DON’T PANIC!! What you are seeing is just the topical cosmetic bronzer moving around while your actual tan is setting underneath. This cosmetic bronzer will wash away during the first rinse. Know that how you look BEFORE you rinse is not a strong indication of what the final result will be. Wait until after the rinse to see your final results and feel free to contact us should you have any concerns at that point.