Four Reasons Why Your Tan is Orange & Tips to Avoid
With the stigma surrounding spray tanning of making people look like Oompa Loompas off of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, many people can be hesitant to get a spray tan in fear their perfectly bronze glow may turn into fake tan orange.
At Celebrity Skin Chicago, the best tanning salon and waxing studio in Wicker Park. We offer organic airbrush tanning complete with pre and post-tan treatments to maximize the length of your airbrush tan. Follow these spray tan tips before your next visit:
Why do Spray Tans Turn Orange?
Orange spray tans should be a thing of the past due to advancements in skin-matching technology, but unfortunately, if your airbrush artist isn’t highly skilled or mixes the wrong tone — the orange could appear. Be open with your spray tan artist about your skin type.
How to Properly Prep Your Skin
Preparing your skin is essential for the spray tan color to properly absorb:
- Shower, shave, and exfoliate 4 hours before your appointment
- Don’t use a moisturizer or wear any makeup
- Wax 24 hours before your appointment
Post-Tan Care Tips
By properly taking care of your skin post-spray tan, you can maintain your glow free of streaks and orange tones:
- Wear loose-fitting clothing to and from your appointment
- Don’t wear a bra or undies right after your tan
- Don’t exfoliate until your next appointment
- Stay away from moisture (showers, workouts) for at least four hours
- Use oil-free moisturizer twice a day after day three
How to Fix an Orange Spray Tan
If your spray tan does turn orange here are some helpful tips:
- Apply baby or coconut oil before soaking in a hot bath
- Use a gentle exfoliant
Schedule Your Spray Tan Session
The best way to prevent an orange spray tan is to go to the best spray tanning place in Illinois. At Celebrity Skin Chicago, we offer the highest-quality organic airbrush tanning to give you the best spray tan. Contact us today to make an appointment!