Airbrush Tanning Q&A
How do the Sunless Tanning Products Work?
The active ingredient in almost all modern sunless tanning products is dihyroxyacetone (DHA). A colorless sugar, DHA interacts with the proteins and amino acids in the outer layer of your skin to produce a golden brown color.
Can the color and fragrance be customized to meet individual tastes and skin tones?
The Scentual Sun tanning system is the only fragrance and color customizable tanning system available. You can choose the color you desire from light to a dark tropical tan. In addition, our products are fragrance customizable as well. Choose from unscented, Tropical Mango, Fresh Green Apple, Chamomile Cucumber, Nature's Rain, Vanilla, and Baby Powder. At Spa Adagio we can satisfy the most discriminating tastes. From the business man or woman to professional bodybuilders, the Scentual Sun Airbrush Tanning System can be tailored to meet the individual needs of our clients.
Is it safe?
Yes. Dihydroxyacetone has been FDA approved for use in the personal care industry for years. No adverse effects have been reported other than minor skin irritations on allergic people. Allergic reactions are extremely rare and can usually be eliminated by showering. Although no problems have been reported, we do not recommend use by pregnant women. Your natural glow will have to suffice until you deliver.
Is there anything I need to do to prepare for my tanning session?
Yes. The evening prior to being tanned you should exfoliate using a body brush or quality scrub. Removing any dead cells will help the sunless tanner penetrate your skin and give you the best results. Do not use moisturizers prior to being tanned as they can clog pores and prohibit proper penetration. Makeup and deodorants can also prohibit absorption but they can be removed prior to your session at the salon.
If you choose to be tanned in a bathing suit, we suggest you buy one especially for use while tanning or use an older one. During the tanning process there is always a chance that some of the mist may get on whatever you're wearing. You should also wear loose fitting dark colored clothing as some of the bronzer can rub off on your clothes after you've been tanned. Natural fibers like 100% cotton sweats or Baggies are best. Any color that rubs off can be washed out during a normal wash cycle.
