Spray tan
A spray tan is a soft, natural-looking glow without a minute in the sun. Your shade is matched to your skin, misted on by hand in a private session, and develops over the hours that follow.
Your shade
There is no single tan colour that suits everyone. Before your session we look at your skin tone and undertones, ask how deep you would like to go and what it is for, then choose the solution that fits.
Original N°9, medium
Our everyday shade: a golden, sun-kissed colour for light to medium skin that lasts up to 10 days.
Luxe N°12, dark
A deeper, richer brown for olive to dark skin that lasts up to 7 days.
Original Rapid
For busy days: rinse after 1 to 5 hours instead of 8. Rinse sooner for a lighter glow or later for a deeper one. The colour keeps developing for up to 24 hours.
A booster lets us fine-tune the depth of any shade, and we note what we used so your next tan matches.
The setup
Sjolie Apollo Mini Mist Deluxe® Premier
A professional spray tan system: the Apollo Mini Mist turbine with the precision T5020 applicator, full-size 32 oz Sjolie tanning solutions and a pop-up tent, so every tan goes on fine and even.
Your session
Private and unhurried
Your tan happens in a private room, inside a pop-up tent that catches the overspray. Wear as much or as little as you like. Every body is welcome here, and we will make sure you feel at ease, especially on your first tan.
A fine, even mist
We spray in sections and guide you through a few simple poses, so the colour reaches everywhere evenly, with extra care on hands, feet, elbows and knees.
Dry and go
The solution dries in a few minutes, then you slip into loose clothes and you are on your way. The bronze you see straight away is a guide colour: your real tan develops over the next hours.
Time and booking
Session length
Sessions take about 30 minutes, including a quick consultation on the shade that suits you.
How booking works
Pick a day and time and send your request. We confirm it by phone or email, and a time that is already requested can not be booked twice.
Before your tan
The day before
- Shave and exfoliate, using a mitt or a gentle scrub, so your tan goes onto fresh, smooth skin.
- Wash with an oil-free body wash. Bar soap and creamy, moisturising washes leave a film that can make a tan patchy.
- Afterwards, a light, oil-free moisturiser is fine.
On the day
Come with clean, dry skin: no deodorant, perfume, makeup, body oil or leftover self-tanner. If your hands or feet need moisturiser, put it on at least four hours before your session.
What to wear
Loose, dark clothes and flip-flops or slides. Tight jeans, leggings, bra straps and socks can rub or mark a fresh tan.
After your tan
Until your first rinse
Keep your skin dry and free: no workouts, swimming or showers, and nothing that makes you sweat. Skip makeup and moisturiser, choose loose clothes over tight bras or leggings, and watch out for little things like washing dishes. Bronzer can rub off onto fabric. Most of it washes out, but keep silk, wool and leather away for now.
Your first rinse
With our standard solutions, wait at least 8 hours. With Original Rapid, rinse after 1 to 5 hours, depending on how deep you want your colour. We will tell you the timing for your tan. Use lukewarm water only, no soap, and pat dry. Brown water running off is normal: that is the guide colour, not your tan.
The days after
Your colour keeps deepening for about 24 hours. From then on, wash with a gentle, oil-free body wash using your hands instead of a loofah or scrub. Pat dry and moisturise every day with an oil-free lotion. Shorter, cooler showers help it last.
How long it lasts
Usually about a week, and up to ten days, depending on your skin, your shade and your aftercare. It fades gradually as your skin renews itself. Exfoliate well before your next tan for an even start.
Good to know
When should I book my tan?
For an event, about two days before, so a Thursday tan for a Saturday wedding or party. That gives the colour time to develop fully and settle. For a trip, book as close to leaving as you can, ideally the day before, so your tan is fresh when you arrive.
Will it look orange?
No. We match the solution to your skin tone and undertones and keep it natural, unless you ask to go deeper.
Do I need more than one tan to get the colour I want?
No. One tan in the right shade looks better than layering several. Tell us how deep you would like to go and we will choose the solution and depth to get you there in one session.
Is my face included?
Yes, a full-body tan includes your face, but it is up to you. If you would rather skip it, we blend lightly along your neck so the colour still looks natural. Just tell us about any other areas you want left out.
What do I wear during the tan?
Whatever you are comfortable in: underwear, a swimsuit or nothing at all. The room is private. Anything you wear will leave a line that can't be fixed afterwards, so choose something with the shape you like.
Can I float and tan on the same visit?
Yes, in that order: float first, tan afterwards. You can't use the float pod with a spray tan on your skin, so once you have a tan, wait until it has fully faded before your next float.
Should I get my nails done before or after?
Before. The same goes for waxing, facials and massages: book them a day or two ahead of your tan. If you come straight from another appointment, wash off any lotion or oil first. If your nails really have to come after, wait until your first rinse and ask your nail tech to skip the scrub and massage.
Can I shave once I have my tan?
Shave before your appointment. After your tan, wait at least 24 hours and shave gently, since every pass of the razor exfoliates a little colour away.
Can I sleep in my tan?
Yes. Wear loose, long clothes to bed and use an old sheet or towel. Try to avoid skin-on-skin contact: friction and warmth cause sweat, which can mark your tan. If you sleep warm, ask about our rapid solution, so you can rinse before bed.
Will my tan last on vacation?
It will, but sweat, salt water and pool chlorine make any tan fade faster. Book the day before you leave, moisturise every day, and rinse off after swimming.
Is spray tanning safe?
Yes. The colour comes from DHA, a sugar-derived ingredient that reacts with the very top layer of your skin. It is approved by the FDA for use on the skin, and dermatologists recommend sunless tanning over the sun or a tanning bed. Our Sjolie solutions are paraben-free, gluten-free, cruelty-free and PETA-approved. A spray tan has no SPF, so keep wearing sunscreen.
Can I get a spray tan while pregnant?
Many people do, for a photoshoot, a baby shower or just a glow. Please check with your doctor first, and mention it in your booking request.
Can I get a spray tan while breastfeeding?
Yes. Wear a strapless bra or breast pads during your tan, and keep your baby from touching the colour until you have rinsed. Our rapid solution lets you rinse after a few hours, so you can get back to feeding sooner.
Can teenagers book?
Yes. Anyone under 18 needs a parent or guardian with them.
