TIPS AND TRICKS
Problem
The solution is
sitting on the
skin or beading
on the client
The client has
tanning solution
in areas they
don’t wish to
tan
The client
appears orange
The spray tan
has not
developed as
dark as desired
Cause
Too much tanning solution has
been sprayed onto the skin
Client has not prepared their
skin correctly i.e. moisturiser
or perfume on the skin
Client maybe excessively
hot and perspiring
The technician has sprayed
the area incorrectly
Client has touched part of their
body with a spray tanned area
Too much tanning solution has
been sprayed onto the skin
The client may have left a
rapid tanning solution on
too long
The client may have low
toleranceto DHA
The spray tan solution used
may be old or heat affected
reducing the reaction in the
skin. Sometimes a green hue
will appear to indicate this
A different solution was
sprayed or the spray
application dial was set lighter
The client may have showered
or perspired before the tan
could develop
Other factors may affect the
tan’s development, including
diet, hormones and medication.
Please refer to the client
What to do
Dab area gently with a clean
dry towel and re-spray lightly,
blending the tan in
Exfoliate the area using tan
removing product for best
results or a cloth and soap
Exfoliate the skin before
re-spraying and ensure the
spray application is lighter
Be sure to keep the solution
in a cool dry place and ensure
the solution is fresh.
Ensure the client has followed
the correct recommendations
for preparation and post spray
tan care.
The client can be resprayed if
required after their minimum
8 hours and after a shower has
been taken
