We always recommend prepping the skin one week prior to achieve the best results. Exfoliate your skin whilst in the shower or bath to remove any dry dead cells to allow a freshly prepared skin for the tan application. Moisturise your skin daily to soften any areas of dry skin such as elbows and knees, this will prevent colour grip on those areas. However please be aware that thickened or dry patches of skin present when tanning may absorb the tan quicker and cause darker colouring.

All hair removal must be performed at least 24 hours prior to tanning however IPL treatments will require a longer waiting time.

DO NOT apply moisturiser or body lotion, oil can act as a barrier, stopping your tan from developing. Also avoid wearing make-up or deodorant as this will have to be removed prior to the application (Exfoliation plus tanning treatments will include a cleanser to remove make-up)

Avoid wearing any tight clothing, avoid skinny jeans, bra’s, socks, and tight waistbands. Ideally wear dark loose clothing.

Be prepared for rain when leaving the salon as you do not want to get water on a freshly sprayed tan! Avoid any water until your tan is fully developed. Your guide tan colour with St Tropez is vegetable based and may transfer onto clothing or bedsheets however this will wash off however probably best to avoid using your best satin sheets!

In order to keep your tan lasting as long as possible there are a few things you can do to help:

Having quick tepid showers or baths (ultimately when you are in water, you are washing away your tan).

Avoiding Chlorine pools as this is a bleach and will remove your tan quicker.

After 5/6 days giving your skin a light exfoliation will help give you a natural glow and boost your natural colour.

Using a tan enhancer and self-tan boost will aid in the longevity of your tan.

patch test will reveal whether you are allergic to any ingredients in our tanning products. It’s very rare for clients to react to tan solutions or show signs of sensitivity but we care about your safety and will ALWAYS insist on a patch test. This will be carried out at the same time as your consultation and at least 24 hours prior to your treatment. Please don’t be offended if we ask as this is the only way we can safeguard against any possible reactions.

If you have not had a treatment within 12 months or have experienced changes in your health since your last treatment within a 12-month period, then please do ask for another test. Reactions can occur if medication or body changes happen. I.e. pregnancy. We care about you.