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Plan That Tan! Spray Tanning Tips for Brides, Part I

The fall Wedding Expo season starts this month and it has me thinking of brides and all the (wanted and unwanted) advice they get! I thought I'd make a bridal spray tanning tip sheet to hand out at the Tan2you booth so brides can refer back to it and "Plan That Tan!" Here is an expanded version Enjoy~

Plan That Spray Tan!

Spontaneity is great- especially on your honeymoon or at your wedding reception. Not so much though when it comes to your bridal beauty regimen. Having a plan will help things fall into place in a more stress free way during the little days leading up to The Big Day. Here is a guide for how to find a talented professional spray tanner, prepare for a custom handheld spray tan and ensure your tan develops perfectly.

Three Months Before- The Test Run Tan

Pick three to four certified spray tanners, don't waste time on self-tanners and spray booths for a wedding or special event tan. (Sorry, they have their place, but it's not at a wedding). Find your short list by doing some research. Ask your wedding planner, attend a Wedding Expo and look at online reviews. Any talented spray tan consultant will have photos of their work available on their website or by request. Include at least one or two mobile spray tan technicians in your list. Tanning at home or at your hotel is the best way to get perfect, photo ready results. More about that in Part III.

Making the Appointments

When you make your trial run appointments notice if the person on the phone asks you any questions. If not, ask a few yourself.

Try:

• What do I need to do to prepare?
• Is the person doing the tan spray tan certified? How long have they been spray tanning?
• Do you have a tanning solution for my skin type?
• Who is your emergency back-up?

You're looking for a couple things here. If the person booking the appointment isn't knowledgeable or helpful they should be able to get you to someone who is. Experience isn't always a good indicator of talent, but bad spray tan stylists don't last long- word gets out. Especially in a small town like St. Augustine! As the sole proprietor of Tan2you I have cultivated reliable back ups for when I get too swamped or, god-forbid, get sick. Every responsible salon or solo tan tech should have a back up technician! Finally, if they only use one type of solution on everyone take that as a warning. Tanning solutions should be tailored to the client's skin tone. Period. Click here to see where you fall on the Fitzpatrick scale: Fitzpatrick Skin Type Quiz. Stagger the appointments about two or more weeks apart.  

During the Spray Tan Appointment

Using the directions they gave you, prepare for your appointment. Common directions should be: 

• Shower before your spray tan
• Use no soaps or scrubs with oil, lotion or deodorant 
• Exfoliate, shave/wax

Take a full length before picture before you begin. If the wedding will be outdoors, take the photo outdoors.The spray tan consultant should spend some time with you before begin. No two people approach the appointment the same, but every consultant should take a moment to get to know their client and make sure they feel comfortable. Notice if they ask about any special skin concerns and discuss your expectations. You should also have a clear understanding of what to do after your tanning session before you leave the salon or the mobile spray technician leaves your home. If you ask questions, or ask for something to be corrected during or after the tan notice how they respond to feedback. This will be huge as the big day approaches and your tact, energy and patience are flagging. A tech that doesn't take feedback or questions well shouldn't work with brides.

After the Test Run Tans

Before and After Spray Tan

Take an "After" photo each time, preferably 48 hours after the appointment. Try to match the poses and lighting as best you can. Think of it like a science experiment! Write down anything you notice about each experience both positive and negative. Notice if the spray tan tech follows up the next day to see if you were satisfied. Pick your spray tan consultant based on how well you clicked with them and how well your tan turned out in the photos. Don't wait to book the bridal appointments. It's best to book two, one two weeks prior to the wedding and the final one two days prior to the wedding. If there was anything you didn't like about your trial tan discuss it and make sure it is improved upon next time. There are many brands, colors and application methods a spray tan stylist may have in their tool box. Finally, be sure to ask about any special offers for brides or bridal parties! 

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